Weekend Guide · Georgia
Weekend in Mestia
Mestia — the gateway to the UNESCO-listed Svaneti region, a highland town of medieval stone defensive towers set beneath the glaciers and peaks of the High Caucasus..
2 days recommended Mestia, Georgia
Day 1
Arrive & Explore Mestia
Svan Defensive Towers
Medieval stone watchtowers scattered throughout Mestia, built by Svan families centuries ago for protection from invaders and blood feuds
Svaneti Museum of History and Ethnography
A rich collection of icons, manuscripts, and artifacts tracing Svaneti's isolated highland culture and Christian heritage
Chalaadi Glacier
A scenic half-day hike from Mestia leading to the base of a dramatic glacier tumbling down from Mount Tetnuldi
Day 2
Hidden Gems & Local Flavours
Mestia Cable Car (Hatsvali)
A scenic gondola climbing above town for panoramic views over Svaneti's towers, valleys, and snow-capped peaks
Local Tips
- 1Georgia is excellent value.
- 2Georgia is one of the safest countries in the region, with low rates of violent crime and a strong reputation for hospitality toward visitors.