Mtskheta-Gori-Uplistsikhe Full-Day Private Tour from Tbilisi
by The driver guide in Georgia Makho/Гид водитель в Грузии Maxo/ექვსკურსიამძღოლი მახო
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Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$180Overview
This private full-day tour lasts about 6 to 8 hours and starts with a hotel pickup in Tbilisi around 10 AM, with some flexibility for an earlier or later departure. Travel in a left-hand drive, air-conditioned vehicle while the driver-guide shares detailed information about Georgian history, culture, and cuisine based on your interests. The first stop is Jvari Monastery, a 6th-century Georgian Orthodox site perched atop a mountain with broad views over Mtskheta and the meeting point of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers. This monastery has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1994. Then you visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Mtskheta, which is the country’s second-largest church and a pilgrimage destination due to its religious relics, including the burial site of Christ’s robe. This cathedral is also recognized by UNESCO. After Mtskheta, the tour passes through Gori, where you can stop briefly to photograph Joseph Stalin’s birthplace and his bulletproof carriage or visit the Stalin Museum if you choose (museum tickets are not included). The last main stop is Uplistsikhe, an ancient cave town carved into rock since the 8th century BC, which requires a short uphill walk of moderate difficulty. There is an option to visit a family-run winery or Chateau Mukhrani nearby if desired. After the final visit, the vehicle returns to your Tbilisi hotel. Bottled water is provided, but lunch is not included. This tour is designed for your group only and offers personalized attention throughout.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Mtskheta Church of the Holy Cross
Jvari Monastery dates back to the 6th century and is a Georgian Orthodox site located on a mountain top. It offers a wide view over the old capital, Mtskheta, and the confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers. The monastery was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994 and the visit here lasts about 40 minutes.
40 min
Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
Svetitskhoveli Cathedral is the second-largest church in Georgia, situated in Mtskheta, one of the country's oldest cities and former capital. It is a well-known pilgrimage site due to its religious importance and because it houses the burial place of Christ's robe. Along with Jvari Monastery, it is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors spend approximately 90 minutes here.
90 min
Gori
The tour passes through Gori, where there is an opportunity to stop for photos of Joseph Stalin’s birthplace and his personal bulletproof carriage. Visitors may also choose to visit the Stalin Museum, though tickets for the museum are not included. The stop here is about 20 minutes.
20 min
Uplistsiche Cave Town
Uplistsikhe is an ancient cave town carved into rock dating back to the 8th century BC. The site requires a moderate uphill walk and offers extensive views. Visitors spend around 60 minutes exploring the caves. There is also an option to visit a family winery or Chateau Mukhrani during this part of the tour if requested.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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Mtskheta-Gori-Uplistsikhe Full-Day Private Tour from Tbilisi
by The driver guide in Georgia Makho/Гид водитель в Грузии Maxo/ექვსკურსიამძღოლი მახო
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$180Overview
This private full-day tour lasts about 6 to 8 hours and starts with a hotel pickup in Tbilisi around 10 AM, with some flexibility for an earlier or later departure. Travel in a left-hand drive, air-conditioned vehicle while the driver-guide shares detailed information about Georgian history, culture, and cuisine based on your interests. The first stop is Jvari Monastery, a 6th-century Georgian Orthodox site perched atop a mountain with broad views over Mtskheta and the meeting point of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers. This monastery has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1994. Then you visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Mtskheta, which is the country’s second-largest church and a pilgrimage destination due to its religious relics, including the burial site of Christ’s robe. This cathedral is also recognized by UNESCO. After Mtskheta, the tour passes through Gori, where you can stop briefly to photograph Joseph Stalin’s birthplace and his bulletproof carriage or visit the Stalin Museum if you choose (museum tickets are not included). The last main stop is Uplistsikhe, an ancient cave town carved into rock since the 8th century BC, which requires a short uphill walk of moderate difficulty. There is an option to visit a family-run winery or Chateau Mukhrani nearby if desired. After the final visit, the vehicle returns to your Tbilisi hotel. Bottled water is provided, but lunch is not included. This tour is designed for your group only and offers personalized attention throughout.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Mtskheta Church of the Holy Cross
Jvari Monastery dates back to the 6th century and is a Georgian Orthodox site located on a mountain top. It offers a wide view over the old capital, Mtskheta, and the confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers. The monastery was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994 and the visit here lasts about 40 minutes.
40 min
Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
Svetitskhoveli Cathedral is the second-largest church in Georgia, situated in Mtskheta, one of the country's oldest cities and former capital. It is a well-known pilgrimage site due to its religious importance and because it houses the burial place of Christ's robe. Along with Jvari Monastery, it is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors spend approximately 90 minutes here.
90 min
Gori
The tour passes through Gori, where there is an opportunity to stop for photos of Joseph Stalin’s birthplace and his personal bulletproof carriage. Visitors may also choose to visit the Stalin Museum, though tickets for the museum are not included. The stop here is about 20 minutes.
20 min
Uplistsiche Cave Town
Uplistsikhe is an ancient cave town carved into rock dating back to the 8th century BC. The site requires a moderate uphill walk and offers extensive views. Visitors spend around 60 minutes exploring the caves. There is also an option to visit a family winery or Chateau Mukhrani during this part of the tour if requested.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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- Full-Day Kakheti Tour from Tbilisi: Sighnaghi, Bodbe Monastery & Chronicles of Georgia
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