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Tour over Tbilisi: Hiking on the Holly Mountainside
About Tour over Tbilisi: Hiking on the Holly Mountainside
Best time to visit:
Spring, Summer, April, May, June, July, September, October
This moderate hike rout is a great option for discovering Tbilisi from above. In good weather, it is possible to see the peak of the glacier, which rises on the ridge of Caucasus
This ascending route takes you through a beautiful forests and meadows with stunning views of the surrounding mountains through the Tbilisi national park.
The route runs along the ridge of "Mtatsmidna" (Holly Mountain) which is the highest and most famous mountain around Tbilisi, standing at 770 meters tall. when you climb up, you get a bird’s-eye view of the city which is replaced by breathtaking views of the gorges.
Two of the symbols of Tbilisi – the TV Tower (the Spindle) and the gigantic Ferris Wheel – stand atop Mtatsminda and you can see them from any point in the city before climbing up.
The surrounding pine forest is the perfect place to go for a walk too, the trail also runs along the almond orchard. There are several trails going towards Turtle Lake (Kus Tba), Sololaki neighborhood and Narikala Fortress.
You can plan your route design in advance so it will be the perfect trail for your next adventure!
Highlights -
Mtatsminda (Holly Mountain) trail network
bird’s-eye view of the city from different Panoramic view spots
Almond orchards trails going towards Turtle Lake (Kus Tba)
What to bring -
Daypack
Reusable water bottle
What includes -
Rout design
Guided service
Snack box (Local snacks)
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