Description
Combined Enduro Circuit through Western Georgia
On this enduro tour through the western regions of Georgia, we can test our motorcycles on absolutely all types of roads. Our tour starts in Batumi, the relaxed tourist metropolis with a warm, subtropical climate on the Black Sea, and ends in the imposing mountain landscape of the mighty Caucasus. The most spectacular part of the motorcycle journey awaits us in the Svaneti region, boasting the country’s highest peaks and most beautiful landscapes.
Georgian Hospitality
‘Guest is a gift from God’ – in line with this motto, visitors are received in Georgia. These are not just empty words but an exceptionally warm and unconditional hospitality that has shaped Svaneti for millennia. The ever-welcomed guest is granted every wish, and no effort is spared to fully satisfy them. It is in the nature of Georgians to take life lightly and turn even the most inconspicuous events into a celebration. They do not seek a special occasion to celebrate but live the cheerful mood daily in their lives, despite often challenging life situations. In Georgia, humanity comes first, and you can be sure that in case of a breakdown, you will never be left alone by the roadside. Amidst all the good cheer, food and drink are essential. Georgian cuisine entices with hearty dishes, accompanied by spicy wine and local spirits like Chacha. What guest could refuse an invitation to such a feast of the senses?
Delicious Georgian Cuisine
It’s amazing how delicious dishes can be conjured under simple and modest conditions! The secret is clear: it’s the combination of fresh ingredients and local herbs, prepared with love and care! On our tour, you’ll indulge in Svanetian cuisine with its traditional dishes. Our special extra: amateur chefs on our motorcycle journey through Georgia get the opportunity to showcase their culinary skills under local guidance and prepare a delicious mountain dish themselves.
Travel Program
Day 1. Arrival and Transfer
Upon arrival at Kutaisi Airport, a bus transfer to Batumi (approximately 1 hour) followed by check-in at the hotel. You’re free to take a break or alternatively explore the city. The modern metropolis of Batumi on the Black Sea is Georgia’s number one holiday destination, and the relaxed holiday atmosphere combined with a mild subtropical climate invites relaxation and sparks interest in exploring more of the city. In Batumi, we find a peaceful mix of different nationalities, cultures, and religions. There’s harmony between old and new in architecture, with modern skyscrapers meeting ancient structures. In the afternoon, there’s a test drive to ensure each motorcycle is tailored to its rider. At the end of this exciting day, we’ll have dinner together at a local restaurant.
Motorcycle Trip Around Batumi
After breakfast, there will be another motorcycle check followed by a terrain test ride towards the Turkish border, cutting through subtropical forests and local settlements. Batumi experiences up to 90% humidity, with frequent and heavy rainfall. Our enduro trip today involves single tracks through lush vegetation on red, partly rocky clay soil. It should be noted that the off-road test ride is weather-dependent.
Special Note: To spend this day in the forest, we need passes from the local border police. Please bring your passport, preferably in a protective cover.
Return to Batumi in the evening.
Day 2. Batumi – Goderdzi Pass (Little Caucasus)
Today starts early, bidding farewell to Batumi at sunrise, venturing through subtropical forest areas towards the Semo-Adjaran region. The first 50 km are on an asphalted mountain pass road along the Adjariszqali River, lined with lush green vegetation and scenic natural landscapes. While Adjara’s mountains may not reach the imposing heights of the Caucasus, they offer plenty of thrilling diversity during the ride. Our motorcycle tour is rich with uphill and downhill rides and refreshing river crossings. We pass numerous picturesque mountain villages and reach the Goderdzi Pass (3,000 meters) in the Little Caucasus by evening.
Day 3. Goderdzi Pass – Abastumani – Kutaisi
Today, we ride our enduro motorcycles to Kutaisi. The road conditions vary greatly, demanding your riding skills. Until noon, you’ll ride through the Little Caucasus, passing numerous shepherd villages with their characteristic regional wooden houses. You’ll encounter alpine meadows with a splendid view of the idyllic landscape of the renowned Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park. The route then descends towards the resort town of Abastumani, where we’ll have a lunch break by the Baratkhevi River to recharge for our further enduro ride. Here, we’ll enjoy a feast of freshly caught and tastefully prepared river trout. By evening, we’ll reach Kutaisi, the second-largest city in Georgia. Over its long history, the city was once the capital of ancient Colchis and later of modern Georgia. Kutaisi boasts a compact and cozy historic old town, well worth exploring. Upon arrival, you can optionally visit the ‘Gelati’ monastery complex, where one of Georgia’s most significant kings, ‘David the Builder,’ is buried. The monastery is one of the most important Georgian architectural landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 4. Kutaisi – Mestia Region, Svaneti
Today awaits us the most stunning day in terms of landscapes because one of the country’s most beautiful motorcycle routes leads us to the heart of the Caucasus Mountains in Svaneti. However, before we set off into the high mountains, we’ll visit the famous Prometheus Caves known for their stalactites and stalagmites. After this intriguing stop, it’s time to conquer the mountains.
The Svaneti region is located in the northwest of Georgia is one of the country’s most popular tourist areas. The picturesque town of Mestia has turned into a real tourist magnet in recent years, offering a wide range of attractions and services increasingly tailored to motorcycle tourism. You’ll surely agree that Mestia is at the top of the list of must-see sights for every motorcycle enthusiast! Despite its popularity, the town has remained down-to-earth, and in the evenings, you might encounter local herds of cows casually strolling through the streets on their way home. Along our motorcycle route, we’ll visit authentic villages where time seems to have stood still, and the way of life has remained virtually unchanged for centuries.
More than half of today’s journey will be off-road, traversing the breathtaking landscapes of Svaneti in the mountainous region of the Greater Caucasus.
Day 5. Mestia – Ushguli – Mestia
Our enduro destination today is Ushguli, the highest inhabited village in Europe at around 2200 meters. Here stand the famous defensive towers of Ushguli, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Ushguli’s high altitude offers us a breathtaking view of the spectacular surroundings, with its steep slopes and the snow-capped peaks of the Caucasus Mountains. Around 5:00 PM, we return to Mestia and can once again admire the highest mountain in Georgia, the breathtaking Shkhara (5,200 meters).
Day 6. Mestia – Kutaisi
Our enduro journey through Georgia is coming to an end. We ride downhill, enjoying final views of the mountain landscape of Svaneti. After a 5-hour ride, we reach Kutaisi, the final stop of our tour.
Day 7. Departure Flight
