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Day 1 In Tbilisi

The day begins with a meeting with your tour leader and members of the group. We begin exploration of Tbilisi with the largest Christian church in the Caucasus, Holy Trinity Cathedral, continue to Metekhi and on to the old town. Take a walk in the streets, feel the rhythm and pace of Tbilisi, new and old. After lunch we will drive via the Georgian Military highway to the North, Village Kazbegi . This is the center of a mountainous area Khevi, populated by stern and courageous mountaineers "mokheve" (distance 150 kilometers). The landscape you can view from your window will change all the time. Wooded edges of narrow ravines replaced by subalpine zone, continue to the alpine zone. In the evening enjoy a stroll through the village, with breathta king mountain views from every point.nt.

Overnight: Hotel in Kazbegi Meal plan: Breakfast

Day 2 Kazbegi Weather Station

In the morning we begin the phased conquest of the proud peak of the Caucasus. Climb from the village of Kazbegi up by Darial Gorge and on to the weather station. The path lies along picturesque rocky slopes and gorges. We rise to the meteorological station at the altitude of 3,650 meters, the length of today's trek is 12 kilometers, degree of difficulty is medium, horses carry our luggage. The weather station is a mountain refuge, a base camp used for overnight and acclimatization (basic conditions).

Overnight: Weather station Meal plan: Full board

Day 3 Acclimatization Treks

This day is dedicated to acclimatization and training of climbing equipment. Acclimatization takes place at the altitude of 4100-4200 meters. The group, accompanied by a mountain guide / climber, adapts and enjoys truly incredible views and the healing energy of the mountains. After the introductory walk around the camp, time for rest. In the evening, we check climbing equipment and get ready for the climb of the next day.

Overnight: Weather station Meal plan: Full board

Day 4 Summit day

In the morning we start the most important part of the trip, climbing Mount Kazbek (distance 12 kilometers, start at the height of 3600 meters, level of difficulty high). The upper slopes of 
Kazbek are permanently snow-covered and present a challenging objective for every mountaineer. Reach the summit of Kazbek at the altitude of 5,033.8 meters (Baltic system of heights). After time to take in the scenery and enjoy our achievement, we begin our descent using the same route.

Overnight: Weather station Meal plan: Full board

Day 5 A Reserve Day

This day is designed as reserve in case of adverse weather conditions and can be used as appropriate. In any event, the unsurpassed views of the mountains and challenging active experiences are guaranteed.

Overnight: Weather station Meal plan: Full board

Day 6 Back to Valleys

The day begins with preparing to move down to village of Kazbegi. We start the walk and the landscape changes as we progress back to civilization. Glaciers and moraines are replaced by rocks, we can now see a marked trail. Closer to the evening we reach the village where our car is waiting for us. We are coming back to the comfort and warmth of the hotel.

Overnight: Hotel in Kazbegi Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch

Day 7 Back to Tbilisi

After breakfast, we drive back to Tbilisi. In Tbilisi, check in at hotel and have a relaxing day enjoy the city at your own pace. For the late afternoon we have two unique options to choose from: Museum of Ethnography or Museum of Soviet occupation. The evening will see us relaxing in one of the shady terrace coffees along river Kura or medieval center Kala.

Overnight: Hotel in Tbilisi Meal plan: Breakfast