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Description
Sign up for an exciting tour and cycle through the challenging ascents and thrilling descents of Nari Khole Pass, Abano Pass, Dartlo, and Diklo grazing Dagestan border. Follow the trails of the crew who filmed the “Trail to Kazbegi” and visit to explore Keselo Towers, an ancient fortress located in higher Omalo.
Highlights
- Ride to the Vake park in Tbilisi, crossing rock gardens and pine forests
- Climb 300 meters at Abano Pass to see the old trails used by Tushetian shepherds
- Follow the tire trails of the crew who filmed the “Trail to Kazbegi”
- Head up to the valley above Dartlo to see superb views
- Visit Keselo Towers, an ancient fortress located in higher Omalo
Itinerary Expand All Collapse All
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Day 1- Arrival in Tbilisi expand_more
Meet your tour guide at Tbilisi International Airport and will get to your hotel in Old Tbilisi.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Tbilisi.
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Day 2- Ride to the Vake Park in Tbilisi expand_more
Ride your bike to the village of Kojori- the highest village in Tbilisi- around 1,600 meters above the city.
Get ready for an action-packed descent to the main park in Tbilisi, Vake. The bike ride route is one of the best, with off-camber rock gardens, twisting single-track sections through pine forests, and eventually winding along rough dirt trails, descending for about 20 km.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Tbilisi (breakfast and lunch included).
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Day 3- Descent to Tusheti expand_more
Transfer to Tusheti.
Climb for 300 meters on At Abano Pass before we start a thrilling single-track descent on the old trails used by Tushetian shepherds.
- Start for a 30 km descent to Tusheti.
Have dinner and enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at a traditional guesthouse in Omalo (breakfast, Lunch and dinner included).
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Day 4- Off to Darto expand_more
Have a breakfast full of carbs and get ready to take the vehicles up to the village of Shenako and from there to Diklo, which is only a couple of kilometres from the border of Dagestan.
Set out for a short but challenging hike-a-bike up to a vantage point located at 2,400 meters, overlooking The Republic of Dagestan.
Take a break to rest and have snacks before descending through dense pine forests on serpentine switchbacks down to the river (800 meters below).
Climb around 300 meters to Chigo, an ancient and remote village accessible only through these narrow trails.
End the day with a 25 km single-track descent to Dartlo.
Overnight stay at a traditional guesthouse in Dartlo (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
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Day 5- Follow the trails of the expand_more
Start following the tire trails of the crew who filmed the “Trail to Kazbegi”.
Reach the starting point of your ride (at 2,250 meters) before climbing up for 10 km along a ridge, reaching the Nari Khole Pass at 3,017 meters.
Enjoy one of the most incredible descents as you cycle down to the Alazani River (at 1,800 meters), followed by a steady ride back to the comfort of your guesthouse.
Overnight stay at a guesthouse in Dartlo (breakfast, lunch and dinner).
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Day 6- Explore the Valley above Dartlo expand_more
Ride to the villages high up in the valley above Dartlo. This short loop is less technical and rewarding as it offers superb views.
Start the descent back to the village of Dartlo on technical switch-backs. Those who wish to take things easy can relax, eat and drink, or explore this historical village.
Overnight stay at a guesthouse in Dartlo (breakfast, lunch and dinner).
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Day 7- Visit the Ancient Keselo Towers expand_more
Start the journey to Omalo, where you visit Keselo Towers, an ancient fortress in higher Omalo.
Take the vehicles up to the Abano Pass in the afternoon, and from there, start a descent (42 km long) down to Kakheti Plains.
Transfer to your hotel in Tbilisi for an overnight stay (breakfast and lunch included).
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Day 8- Departure expand_more
Have breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Tbilisi International Airport.
What's Included
Transportation: 2xairport transfers
Transportation: x4 (support vehicle) during the tour
Accommodation: all included, as given in the itinerary
English-speaking professional guide as per program
Entrance fees to the museums and historical sites
Meals: as mentioned in the itinerary
What's Excluded
Flights
Medical insurance (mandatory)
Alcoholic beverages
What to bring
- Helmets
- Two inner tubes (unless renting)
- Spare rear mech hanger (unless renting)
- Basic first aid kit (a comprehensive kit available in the vehicles)
- Knee pads/Elbow pads (recommended)
- 2ltr - 3ltr bladder (not necessary when touring with vehicle support)
- Spare brake pads (unless renting)
- Passport (The border guards will need to take a copy at our furthest point in Tusheti.)
- Trousers and thick socks
- Fleece or down jacket
- Comfortable walking shoes or boots
- Sleeping bag – (If camping is included in your tour, three seasons)
- Towel
- Head torch
- Adaptor for charging batteries and/or your phone (two-pronged)
- Basics like shower gel, toothbrush, sanitiser gel, hand tissues, clothes (preferable waterproof), sun cream, energy bars or energy food, and bike-specific spare parts.
Know before you go
- Flight information for Mogzauri Rent:
- Valid Passport – visas are not necessary for US citizens travelling to Georgia (However, check with your Embassy for any changes before your journey.)
Meeting Point
Tbilisi International Airport Building, Tbilisi, Georgia
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Standard | |
| 1 To 4 | USD 1180 Per Person |
This is a group tour | |