The Bride of Khevi – Mt. Kazbegi (9 Days)

Conquer the best-known peak in the Caucasus At the border of Georgia and North Ossetia, on the divide of the Central and Eastern Caucasus, stands Mount Kazbegi, soaring to a height of 5054 m. Its white, pristine beauty wrapped in the rays of the rising sun almost fills the sky. Grand and dignified, it is at times capricious, even savage. Natives of Khevi often call this giant volcano looming over their homes “the Bride of Khevi”.

Total Touring Distance ≈ 410 km 
Longest driving distance per day ≈ 165 km
O/Ns by locations: 1+1+4+2 = 8 Nights
Total driving time ≈ 8 hours Longest driving time per day ≈ 3,5 hours 
Total vertical meters ≈ 4100

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Complete 9-Day Georgia Tour Itinerary

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9 Days
Detailed Daily Program
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Day 1: Arrival in Tbilisi

Day 1: Arrival in Tbilisi Day 1

Day 1 Arrival in Tbilisi

met and assisted at the airport.
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Day 2: Tbilisi - Stepantsminda

Day 2: Tbilisi - Stepantsminda Day 2

Day 2 Tbilisi - Stepantsminda

introduction of Tbilisi. Drive to Stepantsminda highlands. En route visit Mtskheta UNESCO sites.
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Day 3: Stepantsminda - the Bethlemi Hut

Day 3: Stepantsminda - the Bethlemi Hut Day 3

Day 3 Stepantsminda - the Bethlemi Hut

the Bethlemi Hut (Former meteorological station); get ready for a long, hard day. The difference in altitude between Stepantsminda village (1700 m) and the Bethlemi Hut (3675 m) is great.
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Day 4: The Bethlemi Hut - Peak Ortsveri

Day 4: The Bethlemi Hut -  Peak Ortsveri Day 4

Day 4 The Bethlemi Hut - Peak Ortsveri

Peak Ortsveri (4300 m, II UIAA); today’s route is a warm-up before climbing Kazbegi. We will practice ice and rope techniques in order to prepare for the big climb.
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Day 5: The Bethlemi Hut - Peak Kazbegi

Day 5: The Bethlemi Hut - Peak Kazbegi Day 5

Day 5 The Bethlemi Hut - Peak Kazbegi

Peak Kazbegi (5054m); rising at 4 a.m; traverse the base of the mountain and move onto the glacier. The sun rises as we reach the Maili Plateau (4500 m). From the plateau ascend to the saddle (5000 m); Hike the last ice slope leading to the summit. Enjoy magnificent view of plains of Southern Russia and the sweep of the Caucasus range. Descend to the Hut. In all, the route takes 9-10 hours.
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Day 6: The Bethlemi Hut

Day 6: The Bethlemi Hut Day 6

Day 6 The Bethlemi Hut

second attempt to hike the peak Kazbegi if needed.
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Day 7: The Bethlemi Hut - Stepantsminda - Tbilis

Day 7: The Bethlemi Hut - Stepantsminda - Tbilis Day 7

Day 7 The Bethlemi Hut - Stepantsminda - Tbilis

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Day 8: Tbilisi sightseeing tour

Day 8: Tbilisi sightseeing tour Day 8

Day 8 Tbilisi sightseeing tour

visit cultural highlights of the capital.
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Day 9: Departure

Day 9: Departure Day 9

Day 9 Departure

transfer to Tbilisi international airport.

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