Loaded with culture and a vast array of differing landscapes, mountain trails meander through centuries-old townships and monasteries straddle ridgelines against a peak-studded backdrop. Georgia is one of the most extraordinary and underexplored destinations on earth — and we have it almost entirely to ourselves.
Our journey begins in lively Tbilisi — reputed to be one of the coolest cities in Europe — where we get a slice of Georgian culture, good food and wine before heading to the mountain kingdom of Svaneti. Here we spend five core days traversing trails that dip in and out of picturesque mountain villages, alpine meadows and snow-capped peaks rising above 5,000m.
We experience the very best Georgia has to offer — glaciers, waterfalls and empty trails. Nightly accommodation is cosy local guesthouses with delicious Georgian cuisine and wine to ensure we're well rested and recovered for the next day's adventure.
One of the coolest capitals in Europe, Tbilisi has no shortage of classy modern hotels. The Glarros is amazingly located in the capital's old town — the perfect place to absorb Georgian culture, food and wine before and after the mountains.
Family-run guesthouses form the backbone of accommodation in the mountains — clean, charming and full of character, serving up ample amounts of delicious Georgian cuisine. In the remote villages of Adishi and Ushguli facilities are simple but provide everything needed for a night in the high mountains.
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Book Your Free Call →We specialise in arranging excellent trail running holidays but do not book international flights. There is a great variety of flights departing from all over the world to Tbilisi International Airport (TBS).
The vast majority of flights arrive in Tbilisi in the very early hours of the morning — usually around 4am. We will discuss our trusted and recommended ways to book international flights through excellent ATOL-protected partners who offer great value, ease of service and flight protection.
British, American and EU citizens can enter and remain in Georgia for a maximum of 365 days without a visa. We recommend checking the latest entry requirements for your nationality before booking.
Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory for every guest on this trip. Your policy needs to cover trekking and adventure activities, medical treatment, emergency evacuation and repatriation, and trip cancellation or curtailment.
We'll ask for your insurance provider and policy number as part of your pre-departure documentation — please check your policy carefully before you book, as some standard travel policies exclude adventure activities above a certain altitude or exertion level as standard.
The currency of Georgia is the Lari (GEL). ATMs are plentiful around Tbilisi, with major credit and debit cards also widely accepted. Once we're in the mountains, it becomes much more of a cash culture — we'll advise you on exactly what to bring once we're locally on the ground.
Georgian cuisine is one of the true surprise packages of travelling to the country. Situated at the historic intersection of Europe and Asia, the local food is a vibrant "Silk Road" fusion — fresh, zesty dishes featuring tomatoes, peppers, cabbage and walnuts, alongside an incredible array of local cheeses. You'll find freshly baked, cheese-filled khachapuri (Georgia's answer to pizza) served at almost every meal.
The menu shifts once we head to the mountains — lamb and pork feature heavily, often prepared mtsvadi style (skewered and barbecued over open flames) or slow-baked in traditional clay ovens, alongside thick vegetable soups, fresh salads topped with pomegranate seeds, and stone-baked breads.
All meals are included throughout the trip, and dietary requirements can absolutely be catered for with enough notice — just let us know in advance so we can plan accordingly.
This trip is suitable for all abilities of runner, but you should have a base level of fitness to handle several consecutive days of running. Worth paying attention to the elevation involved on each day too — expect a reasonable amount of both ascent and descent.
Our goal isn't to run a race, but for everybody to properly experience the journey — expect plenty of stops along the way to take it all in.
Every trip we run attracts a wonderful mixture of people and running abilities. These aren't training camps — they're adventures designed around the experience, with plenty of stops and a lot of laughter each day.
We provide two running guides on this trip, which means we can naturally split and regroup to suit everyone's pace. There's zero pressure regarding how fast or slow you choose to run.
Being a group of max. 10 runners with a mixture of ages and running abilities, we may decide to split into flexible groups — all of which will be supported by our Georgian running guides who travel with us throughout the trip.
Splitting the group allows everyone to move more fluidly, running at their own comfortable pace without feeling pressured.
Our guides carry a full first aid kit throughout the trip and are trained to handle everything from minor niggles to more serious issues. If you're ever not feeling right — fatigue, a niggle, anything at all — the priority is always telling your guide early rather than pushing through quietly.
Support vehicles travel with us between bases, so if you ever need to rest up or skip a section of trail, that's always an option without it affecting anyone else's day.
Trail running in Georgia is spectacular, with very few other groups delivering experiences in this style. The country is still well off the beaten path, with very few travellers making it to the Georgian Caucasus — so expect the trails to be empty.
We'll travel through alpine meadows, past waterfalls and glaciers, on quiet mountain trails. At times we will cross from one valley to the next, climbing steeper paths with boulder and dry rock sections. Our maximum altitude reaches around 2,970m.
Large luggage is transported by vehicle from point to point throughout the trip.
Travelling to Georgia in July is peak season and we can expect temperatures in the mid-20s°C. In the mountains the air is refreshing and a touch cooler, with very pleasant daytime temperatures. At night temperatures can drop to the high teens°C. We anticipate the conditions to be perfect for trail running.
Approximately three days prior to the start of your adventure, we set up a private WhatsApp group and invite you to join.
This is our essential communication hub — real-time updates, last-minute logistical details, and a chance to virtually meet your guiding team before you meet us in person in Georgia. It's also a great way to share photos and videos as the trip unfolds, so you can relive the highlights and stay connected with your fellow runners afterwards.
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