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Private Transfers

Getting around GeorgiaTo & From Mestia, Svaneti

Private vehicle
Up to 6 passengers
Hotel pickup in Mestia
Photo stops on request
All routes

Where do you need to go?

Each transfer is private - just your group, your driver, your schedule. Fixed price per vehicle, one way.

Leaving Mestia
Mestia - Kutaisi
⏰ ~4 hours📍 ~205 km
650 GEL
per vehicle
Mestia - Tbilisi
⏰ ~7-8 hours📍 ~450 km
980 GEL
per vehicle
Mestia - Batumi
⏰ ~5-6 hours📍 ~265 km
720 GEL
per vehicle
Mestia - Kazbegi
⏰ ~10-11 hours📍 ~500 km
1200 GEL
per vehicle
Mestia - Zugdidi
⏰ ~1.5-2 hours📍 ~93 km
350 GEL
per vehicle
Arriving in Mestia
Kutaisi - Mestia
⏰ ~4 hours📍 ~205 km
650 GEL
per vehicle
Tbilisi - Mestia
⏰ ~7-8 hours📍 ~450 km
980 GEL
per vehicle
Batumi - Mestia
⏰ ~5-6 hours📍 ~265 km
720 GEL
per vehicle
Kazbegi - Mestia
⏰ ~10-11 hours📍 ~500 km
1200 GEL
per vehicle
Zugdidi - Mestia
⏰ ~1.5-2 hours📍 ~93 km
350 GEL
per vehicle
All prices are per vehicle, one way, up to 6 passengers. Travelling with a larger group? We'll price it individually - send us the details on WhatsApp.
Within Svaneti

Local routes around Mestia

Need a ride to Ushguli, the ski resort, or a remote village? These are point-to-point transfers within Svaneti - no guiding, just transport.

Mestia - Ushguli
⏰ ~2.5 hours📍 ~45 km
280 GEL
per vehicle
Mestia - Tetnuldi
⏰ ~45 min📍 ~20 km
200 GEL
per vehicle
Ski season
Mestia - Adishi
⏰ ~1.5 hours📍 ~30 km
240 GEL
per vehicle
Mestia - Zhabeshi
⏰ ~30 min📍 ~12 km
120 GEL
per vehicle
All prices are per vehicle, one way. Return trips available - just ask when booking.
Why book with us

We know these roads.

TravelMestia is based in Mestia - not in Tbilisi, not on a booking platform. We've been running transfers since 2015.

Local drivers
Georgian drivers from the region who know every road, every shortcut, and every good stop along the way.
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Fixed price
You see the price before you book. No meter running, no fuel surcharges, no surprises at drop-off.
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Photo stops
Want to pull over at Enguri Dam or stop for a view of the Caucasus? Just ask - it's part of the ride.
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Hotel pickup
We pick you up directly from your guesthouse in Mestia. No finding a taxi, no dragging luggage across town.
How it works

Three steps, that's it.

No complicated forms, no waiting days for confirmation. We keep it simple.

1
Send us your details
Route, date, number of passengers, pickup location. WhatsApp works best - we respond within a few hours.
2
Get confirmation
We confirm availability and agree on pickup time. All details sorted directly - no third-party platforms, no automated emails.
3
We pick you up on time
Your driver arrives at the agreed place and time. Sit back and enjoy the drive through the Caucasus.
Ready to book

Need a transfer to or from Mestia?

Write us on WhatsApp - we usually respond within an hour. Tell us your route, date and number of passengers.

Book via WhatsApptravelmestia@gmail.com@travelmestia
Questions

Frequently asked

Do you offer return trips?
Yes. Let us know your return date when booking and we'll arrange both legs at the same price per vehicle.
What if there are more than 6 people in our group?
The prices listed are for up to 6 passengers in one vehicle. For larger groups we price individually depending on the route, vehicle size and number of people. Just send us the details on WhatsApp and we'll come back with a quote.
Can we stop along the way?
Yes. Short photo stops are always possible - just ask your driver. For a longer stop (e.g. Enguri Dam on the Kutaisi route), let us know in advance so we can plan the timing.
Is pickup from my guesthouse included?
Yes, for pickups within Mestia town. If you're staying outside town, get in touch and we'll confirm the exact meeting point.
How do I pay?
We'll share payment details after confirming your booking. We require a 50% deposit in advance to secure the reservation. The remaining 50% is paid in cash on the day of the transfer.
What vehicles do you use?
We use comfortable private cars and minivans suited for mountain roads. Your vehicle is not shared with other passengers.
Can we book a very early departure?
Yes. Early morning departures are common on the Kutaisi and Tbilisi routes. Just confirm the exact time when booking.
Do you also offer transfers within Svaneti?
Yes - we cover routes like Mestia to Ushguli and can arrange custom transfers to trailheads and mountain villages. Write us for pricing.

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