Attention:
- Our events are organized in accordance with the limitations established by authorities, with respect to hygiene rules and social distancing measures applicable at the time of the event.
- The dates of the event are approximate and may vary +/- a few days depending on the availability of participants and flight tickets.
- Due to significant fluctuations in costs, the final price may vary slightly depending on the value of accommodation and transfers. Unfortunately, we live in times where there is not much predictable stability. For this reason, we will be extremely transparent with the participants.
Georgia fascinates with its landscapes, traditions, cuisine, and grandeur! We invite you to discover it in the true sense of the word, in an exceptional adventure. Together with Giolive, we will travel on two wheels from the heart of the Caucasus Mountains to the pearl of the Black Sea.
This event is primarily aimed at cycling enthusiasts. We will be pedaling nearly 500 km with a climb of 3500 m and a descent of 5500 m, from the foot of Mount Kazbek to the Black Sea coast. We will travel on both new and old roads, passing through villages and cities, visiting museums, historical ruins, admiring beautiful landscapes, and resting on the beach at the end.
For this expedition, we intend to visit:
- The capital of Georgia - Tbilisi - a weave of old and new buildings, many historical ruins, many restaurants where we can enjoy delicious Georgian dishes and wine.
- Gergeti Church - built in the 14th century at an altitude of 2170 m;
- Georgian Military Road through the enormous walls of the Caucasus - from where we can admire Kazbek in all its splendor;
- The ancient city of Uplistsikhe - a fortress town developed in the caves of a mountain;
- The city of Gori - here we find the Stalin Museum - history must be known;
- The spa resort of Borjomi with its famous mineral waters;
- Two ski resorts: Gudauri and Goderdzi;
- The city of Batumi - considered to be the most beautiful on the Black Sea coast;
- Many, many extraordinary roads with amazing landscapes.
PROGRAM:
Day 1, Saturday, July 8, 2023: We meet at the airport in Bucharest, take the plane and land in Tbilisi the next morning (for another airport, please contact us).
Day 2: The first part of the day is dedicated to the capital of Georgia. The interweaving of architectural styles, old with modern, the people, and of course, Georgian cuisine will leave a strong imprint on the soul. After lunch, we leave for Stepantsminda, accommodation, and briefing. In the evening, we will prepare the bikes for the next stage - the cycling one.
Day 3: In the morning, after breakfast, we will hike up to the old Gergeti church. From here, we can admire the peak of Kazbek. Afterwards, we will bike down a relatively straight road to warm up, passing through the Gudauri ski resort, ancient fortresses, and the Zhinvali reservoir. Incredible mountain landscapes will unfold before us. Distance: 130 km. Positive elevation difference: 880 m; negative: 2500 m.
Day 4: We will visit the ancient rock-cut city of Uplistsikhe, where we will discover various structures dating back to the early Iron Age and late Middle Ages. The unique combination of different styles of rock-cut cultures from Anatolia and Iran is remarkable. We will also visit the Stalin museum-house in his hometown of Gori. Distance: 120 km. Positive elevation difference: 630 m; negative: 430 m.
Day 5: If the name Borjomi doesn't mean anything to you, after this day, you will only want to drink Borjomi. The town, with the same name, is renowned for its balneotherapy and mineral water! Borjomi water is of volcanic origin, rising to the surface from a depth of 8-10 kilometers. Unlike other waters, it is rich in sodium bicarbonate. The solid rock of the Caucasus mountains enriches the water with over 60 mineral compounds obtained during the filtration process. We will stay in Ahaltihe. Distance: 80 km. Positive elevation difference: 520 m; negative: 200 m.
Day 6: We will face the most challenging part of the route. After a long climb over the Goderdzi ski resort pass, we will begin the descent towards the final part. We will pass by old churches, fortifications, and many other exceptional places. The mountains, rivers, and dreamlike landscapes will not disappoint. Distance: 60 km. Positive elevation difference: 1200 m; negative: 600 m.
Day 7: We will follow one of the numerous wine roads in Georgia. We will pass through authentic villages scattered on an extraordinary relief, where every turn opens up a new vision of Georgia. In the end, we will indulge in the sunset on the seaside and a refreshing beach at our final destination - Batumi, the pearl of the Black Sea. We will be tired and exhausted, but the sea water works wonders. Distance: 100 km. Positive elevation difference: 300 m; negative: 1700 m.
Day 8: We will have a full day of relaxation on the beach in Batumi. The city fascinates with its architecture, infrastructure, beach, and multiple activities. It fully deserves its name as the "pearl" of the Black Sea. We will also have time to find gifts for our loved ones back home. In the evening, we will pack our equipment, prepare our bags, and get ready for the journey home.
Day 9, Sunday, July 16: A long journey back to Romania, starting from the Batumi airport. We will arrive in Bucharest in the evening, tired, but with a new amazing experience in one of the most beautiful countries - Georgia!
DIFFICULTY: Requires a medium level of physical fitness and experience in cycling. To effectively recover, challenging cycling days will alternate with easier ones.
ACCOMMODATION: Guesthouses throughout the entire tour.
MEALS: Not included. Each participant has the possibility to eat according to their own preferences, especially since Georgia has excellent cuisine.
Minimum number of participants: 5.
PROMOTIONAL PRICE: 1190 EUR, which includes:
- Round-trip airfare from Bucharest to Tbilisi, Batumi - Bucharest (up to 430 EUR);
- All transfers;
- All accommodations;
- Special extreme sports insurance;
- Support car/luggage transfer;
- Guiding services;
- Common equipment necessary for a safe journey;
- Consultations regarding equipment, physical preparation, and support in the formation of a training program.
Additional:
- Food, excursions - optional (approximately 250 EUR/person);
- Bicycle transport (for the Bucharest - Tbilisi - Batumi - Bucharest flight, the price is 120 EUR);
- Rental of necessary equipment (if needed);
- Other personal expenses.
To REGISTER, establish contact, complete equipment and other necessary details:
You can join our team directly from the event, or call us at GSM/Whatsapp: 0758696060, or email us at: mad4nomad@gmail.com;
- Pay a deposit of 500 Eur. Full payment by 20.05.2023.
- If the event is cancelled/postponed at our initiative or due to restrictions in force at the time of the event, the deposit will be fully refunded.
Please note that if you withdraw from the event, for any reason, the amounts paid will be refunded under the following conditions: a. 100% of the full price of the event, if the withdrawal is made more than 30 calendar days before the start date of the event. b. 50% of the full price of the event, if the withdrawal is made within 30-15 calendar days before the start date of the event. c. 0% of the full price of the event, if the withdrawal is made within less than 15 calendar days before the start date of the event.
IMPORTANT:
- We will create a discussion group with all participants for various reasons:
- to provide all necessary information regarding: accommodation conditions, organization, weather conditions, physical preparation, individual equipment consultancy, guidance, etc;
- at the end of the event, it will be used for exchanging video impressions and photos among participants.
- Even though we don't want to, the number of spots is strictly limited.
- All necessary information will be presented to participants.
- In case of unfavorable weather conditions, for the safety of the group, the guide has the right to change the route. In case of TOTALLY UNFAVORABLE weather, we reserve the right to change the date of the event, which will be communicated in advance!
- Nobody guarantees the success of the event. This depends very much on factors such as the weather, the specificities of the body, physical condition, preparation, and previous experience.
This event is held in partnership with Giolive.
