Skiing & Snowing in Georgia: Top 4 Ski Resorts To Chose From

Stretching between the Black Sea & Caspian Sea, the country of Georgia is recognized for its traditional music, folklore and theatre, and also its reputation as a cultural melting hub of influences ranging from Iran and Roman empires to Soviet Russia. Come winter season, Georgia is also known to offer some of the best skiing & snowboarding to tourists. Wither fewer crowds, ample powder and of course lower prices, a ski and snowshoeing tour in Georgia certainly tops the list. Check out our list below if you want to know more about the best ski resorts Georgia has to offer.

1.Gudauri:

Situated 75 miles north of Tbilisi, Gadauri is one of the best ski resorts Georgia has to offer. A matchless view across the sweeping snow-covered landscape is absolutely guaranteed when you are in this ski resort. The resort is strangely free of rocks, which offers another-worldly vibe and lets you get imaginative with your riding. There’re runs for beginners and also offer great opportunities for heliskiing if you’ve some additional cash to spend.

2.Goderdzi:

If you want the excitement of winding through dense trees & creating your own run, then Goderdzi is the ski resort to check out in Georgia. This ski resort is a little lower in altitude & is full of trees that offer infinite fun to the skiers.

3.Bakuriani:

If a family friendly ski resort is what you are after, then Bakuriani has to be the resort. Located just 3 hours from Tbilisi, Bakuriani is a perfect family-friendly ski resort with a sort of veiled, backcountry cabin feel. With the first infrastructure constructed in 1932, Bakuriani is one of the oldest Georgina ski resorts which features a collection of 8 ski lifts, 18-square miles of ski runs, and a small town center. If you call yourself as an expert skier, there is a fair share of expert downhill runs as well.

4.Mestia:

Situated in the northwest corner of the country, Mestia is home to some of the snowiest mountains in all of Georgia. If other areas are undergoing from a particularly dry winter season, Mestia usually still has snow. The ski resort is not as built-up as Bakuriani or Gaduari, so it boasts more of a hometown vibe.

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5 Reasons Why A Trip To Georgia Should Be On Your Wish List.

In my opinion, a trip to the past Soviet republic of Georgia should be on every travel enthusiast’s bucket list. With miscellaneous architecture, incredible mountain backdrop and the famous wine-growing province of Kakheti, there’s so much to explore & discover. Below I have mentioned my top 5 reasons to plan a trip to Georgia.

To Savor Appetizing Food & Wine:

A fascinating fusion between the Mediterranean and Persian cuisine, Georgian foods are absolutely appetizing and worth tasting. Its mouthwatering Mediterranean style cuisine regularly involves yogurts, nuts, aubergines, cheese, and fish. Not to forget Khachapuri– cheesy bread; which accompanies just about every meal in Georgia.

Apart from its appetizing cuisines, Georgia is also believed to be the birthplace of wine. Their ancient winemaking procedure using clay jars has been incorporated into UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List.

To Enjoy The Captivating Mountain Scenery:

Runs between the Black Sea & the Caspian Sea, The Caucasus mountain range is so remote & impassable that rumors have it the great Alexander employed them as a massive natural prison for his boisterous rivalries. However, at present the mountain ranges are subjugated by gorgeous snow-covered glaciers, crystal clear lakes and rivers, and also offer the opportunity to spot wolves, eagles, and bears. Especially in spring & summer, the Caucasus Mountains are a perfect site for walking and trekking.

To Revisit It’s Fascinating History:

Dates back to the biblical eras, the history of Georgia are worth exploring. Its position between Islamic Asia and Christian Europe has ushered to a long string of attackers, all of whom have left their mark on Georgia’s culture & heritage. Even Georgia’s winemaking history dates back 7 thousand years.

To Witness The Out-Of-The-World Sights:

For a country of its size, Georgia is blessed with a massive variety of sights that will take your breath away. Some of the must-visit sights include but not limited to Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, cave towns of Uplistsikhe and Vardzia, Ananuri castle complex, Gergeti Trinity church, Stalin Museum, and David Gareja Monastery among others.

To Enjoy the Georgian Hospitality:

Last but certainly not the least; Georgia is perhaps best known for its great hospitality & toasting frame of mind. In fact, there is a proverb that every Georgian follow “every guest is God sent”. Any tourist to Georgia is certain to be invited into the homes of locals, where they’ll make friends forever.

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Full Day Wine Tour
to East Georgia

Duration 8-10 hours

All Year Around

Wine production in Georgia has 8000 years history. Georgia is a motherland of wine. In Georgia are grown about 500 varieties of grape and produced well-known red and white wines. Georgian way of wine production in ‘Qvevri” (clay tank planted in the ground) is included in UNESCO Intangible world heritage list. Almost every family in the countryside in Kakheti is also winegrower.

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Highlights:

• Alaverdi Cathedral (XI c)
• Twins wine cellar and museum in village Napareuli (Optional)
• Gremi fortress (XVI c)
• Wine tasting at Twin’s Cellar in Napareuli (Optional)
• Wine tunnels in Kvareli (under the mountains of Great Caucasus)
• Tasting of different sorts of factory wines “Khareba”
• Wien tasting in Prince Chavchavadze’s Palace
• Wine tasting in Schuchmann’s Chateau (Optional)
• Telavi – The main city of Kakheti region
• Gombori Pass on the way back to Tbilisi (1620 m)

In the Morning drive direction to Telavi, Kakheti region - East from Tbilisi, the largest wine producing region in Georgia. The first destination is Alaverdi Cathedral, (20 km Northwest from Telavi). Alaverdi Cathedral (XI c), is one of the important orthodox monument in Georgia. (Cathedral is in the tentative list of UNESCO since 2007).

Next visit of Twins wine cellar in village Napareuli. (This wine property is Optional and can be included in the trip due to your request). Here guests can find interesting wine museum where is available to learn Georgian method of wine production. In the several rooms of the museum you can see how Georgians make Qvevri (huge terracotta tanks), how they plant Qvevri into the ground, and all the steps of wine formation. At the end of the tour, the guests can taste different sorts of wines and Chacha – Georgian analogue of grappa.

Further on, on the way visit of Gremi fortress (XVI c). Till XVI c Gremi was the main city of Kakheti region. Nowadays, picturesque location of the fortress with tall bell tower and high walls makes the deep impression on guests and can be found as one of the popular photo stop location of the way.

Afterwards, the trip continues to wine tunnels built under the hills of Great Caucasus mountains. The total length of the tunnels is 8.000 m. Two main tunnels are more than 800 m each. The tunnels are used for ageing of wine. Above the wine-tunnels, one can find beautiful restaurant built on the top of the hill with a picturesque view of Alazani Valley and delicious Georgian meals.

Then, the root lays towards Prince Chavchavadze Palace (XIX c) in village Tsinandali with wonderful French park and wine cellar. Here in wine cellar guests can taste different sort of local wines.

After exploring of Palace, guests will visit Wine factory-museum “Shumi” for another wine tasting and if desired, it’s available to purchase some bottles of wines locally from the factory.

At the end of the tour visit of Telavi - main city and administrative centre of Kakheti region (100 km eastern from Tbilisi). Here you can find the local market in the town, where you can enjoy and buy a wide range of different fruits and vegetables, apples and peaches, grapes and pomegranates, tomatoes and cucumbers. Finally, through Gombori pass return to Tbilisi.

Duration: 8-10 hours
Driving distance: 330 km
Season: All year around

What's Included:
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off;
• Transportation In modern, air-conditioned coach;
• Petrol Costs;
• Qualified Guiding service (English, German, Italian, Russian);
• A bottle of water per traveler.

What's Not Included:
•Travel insurance;
• Meals and drinks;
• Costs for wine tasting.

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