Samshvilde – Canyon and Ancient City
Explore ancient ruins perched on canyon cliffs, where the river's roar meets the whispers of history. This hike is an awesome journey through both nature and time!
-
120₾
Price per Person -
Easy to Moderate
Difficulty -
15 km
Distance -
750 m
Elevation Gain
Itinerary
09:00 - Meet the crew and head out from Tbilisi
10:30 AM - Start the hiking adventure
11:00 - Wander through the ruins and uncover the mysteries of an ancient city
12:00 - Head down into the canyon
2:00 PM - Hike up to the monastery and enjoy a lunch
6:00 PM - Head back to the city
7:30 PM - Arrive in Tbilisi
We aim to stick to the schedule, but occasional delays may occur (longer stops along the route, traffic, etc.), so please plan for an extra couple of hours in your schedule.
10:30 AM - Start the hiking adventure
11:00 - Wander through the ruins and uncover the mysteries of an ancient city
12:00 - Head down into the canyon
2:00 PM - Hike up to the monastery and enjoy a lunch
6:00 PM - Head back to the city
7:30 PM - Arrive in Tbilisi
We aim to stick to the schedule, but occasional delays may occur (longer stops along the route, traffic, etc.), so please plan for an extra couple of hours in your schedule.
Upcoming Hikes
April
No hikes scheduled for this route this month
120₾
Didn't find a date that works?
per person
in a group
in a group
We’ll design a hike just for you! No crowds, on a day that works for you. Just drop us a line and we’ll chat about the details!
FAQ
Our routes come in different difficulty levels:
• For easy hikes, you don't need any special physical training.
• For moderate routes, a baseline level of activity is enough — if you walk often and lead an active lifestyle, you're good to go.
• For tough routes, we recommend having at least some basic athletic background. Check the details before picking your trail.
• For easy hikes, you don't need any special physical training.
• For moderate routes, a baseline level of activity is enough — if you walk often and lead an active lifestyle, you're good to go.
• For tough routes, we recommend having at least some basic athletic background. Check the details before picking your trail.
Water and small snacks are a must.
Once you book, we'll add you to a group chat where we'll break down exactly what to pack. We tailor the list to the weather so you won't forget a thing.
Once you book, we'll add you to a group chat where we'll break down exactly what to pack. We tailor the list to the weather so you won't forget a thing.
The most important piece of gear is comfortable shoes with good grip. Trekking boots or trail running sneakers work best.
We recommend trekking poles for some routes. If you don't have your own, you can rent a pair from us for a small fee.
We recommend trekking poles for some routes. If you don't have your own, you can rent a pair from us for a small fee.
We always keep a close eye on the forecast before heading out. If heavy rain or dangerous conditions are expected, we offer a few options:
1. Reschedule the hike for another day.
2. Swap the route for a safer alternative.
3. A full refund.
We don't run hikes in bad weather if it's unsafe, but we can always adjust the route if you're still up for an adventure.
1. Reschedule the hike for another day.
2. Swap the route for a safer alternative.
3. A full refund.
We don't run hikes in bad weather if it's unsafe, but we can always adjust the route if you're still up for an adventure.
We provide the transport — minivans or minibuses (like a Mercedes Sprinter).
We treat our guests to cold snacks and hot tea along the way.
We always split our guides up: one leads the pack and another stays at the back to make sure no one gets left behind.
Our guides know these trails inside out and guarantee your safety as long as you follow their lead.
Every guide is first-aid certified and carries a fully stocked kit they actually know how to use.
Our guides know these trails inside out and guarantee your safety as long as you follow their lead.
Every guide is first-aid certified and carries a fully stocked kit they actually know how to use.
Ready for an adventure?
Sign up – we’ll take you on a hike you’ll be telling your friends about for ages!
Your personal kind of adventure
Leave a request – and we'll take you on a hike you'll be telling your friends about!