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2020-04-24/2020-05-01
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The great opportunity for horse riding in premier wine-producing area. It is a great location for wine lovers, as it is known for its wine culture, but wine is not the only thing Kakheti offers.
Horse riding through the vineyards and overlooking them from the Tsiv-gombori ridge is also a great experience. The ridge divides Kakheti into two parts – inner and outer Kakheti – the two main wine growing areas in Georgia. The former comprises the fertile Alazani River valley which is the longest river in Georgia, and the latter the Iori Plateau. Kakheti is also an area rich in history and was an independent or semi-independent kingdom for long periods. The ridge is used by Kakhetians as summer pasture for their livestock. Every now and then we come across to their summer farms and herds of sheep and cattle.
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Tbilisi - Alvani
3 hour drive to Kakheti - the main wine region of GeorgiaWe`ll drive to the eastern part of Georgia - Kakheti and get to the village of Alvani, located at the left embankment of Alazani river. It`s a winter village of Tush people. After arrival we`ll have a 3 hours introductory ride. In the evening we`ll go to the small family winery for early dinner and wine tasting.
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Alvani - Atskuri - Tetri Tsklebi
After breakfast we`ll head towards the village of Tetri Tsklebi. At first through the vineyards, after 2 hours through forest. Our destination, the village of Tetri Tsklebi is located on Tsiv-Gombori ridge and overlooks Alazani valley. Dinner and overnight at the local home stay. Total Distance: 22km Highest point: 1300m
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Tetri Tsklebi - Tsinandali
The longest day. In about 2 hours we`ll get on the ridge and continue along the ridge with the views on both sides, inner and outer Kakheti. After 24 km will start descent (not very steep), so we`ll have to walk about 5km and would be better if you have comfortable boots for walking. As soon as we get to the river bed we`ll continue by horses to the destination.Dinner and overnight in Kisiskhevi at the local guest house.Total Distance: 42kmHighest point 1970m
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Tsinandali - Eniseli
A lazy day 😊Late breakfast at the guesthouse. We`ll ride towards the river Alazani, cross it to the left embankment and continue towards the village of Eniseli. After we get to the destination we`ll visit Gremi - Royal citadel of the medieval capital of the Kingdom of Kakheti (XVIc).Dinner and Overnight at the local guest house.Total distance: 19km
5
Eniseli - Napareuli - Phshaveli - Kvemo alvani
We`ll ride to Alvani via several Kakhetian villages and vineyards. From the village of Pshaveli we`ll drive to Alvani (10mins)Total distance: 38km
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Alvani - Pankisi valley
We`ll ride to n of the picturesque valley of Pankisi valley - Home of the Kists, a minority group closely related to Chechens (north Caucasian Muslims). The region has become notorious in recent years after 1990s lots of Chechen refugees arrived and settled with the local Kists. Recently the valley attracted attention again because of radical Islamists who went to siria and fought there.But the valley is not dangerous at all, but opposite. The people are really hospitable and worm welcoming to any guests (last summer I had several groups, even Israelis). Theyr completely different ethno-culture and life style is really interesting.For dinner we`ll try traditional Kist dishes. Overnight at the local guest houseTotal Distance: 30km
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Pankisi valley - Alvani
Ride back to Alvani alongside the river Alazani
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Alvani - Tbilisi
Car transfer to Tbilisi
| Package | Trip Status | Price PP In a Group | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Confirmed Dates | Min.participant Number 3p / Max.participan Number 10p | 3 - 5 People Group | 6-10 People Group | |
| 25.04.2020 – 02.05.2020 | Bookable | €1375 | €1055 | |
| 16.05.2020 – 23.05.2020 | Bookable | €1375 | €1055 | |
| 10.10.2020 – 17.10.2020 | Bookable | €1375 | €1055 | |
| 24.10.2020 – 31.10.2020 | Bookable | €1375 | €1055 | |
| 07.11.2020 – 14.11.2020 | Bookable | €1375 | €1055 |
Price includes:
• All transfers from Tbilisi to Tbilisi
• Full board during the tour
• Horses and horse keepers
• Overnights at guest houses
• Guide
• Traditional dinner and wine tasting at the small family winery
• Visit industrial winery and wine tasting
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