Mtskheta, Jvari, Gori, Uplistsikhe 9-Hour Group Tour from Tbilisi with History and Panoramas
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This full-day group day trip starts with a walk around Jvari Monastery, a 6th-century church overlooking Mtskheta. From here, travelers see where the Aragva and Kura rivers meet, an area linked to Georgian literary history. Next, the tour visits the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Mtskheta, known as the patriarchal cathedral of the Georgian Orthodox Church. Visitors learn about the cathedral’s historical role and view Christian relics including the tunic of Jesus Christ and the mantle of Elijah the Prophet. After Mtskheta, the tour drives northwest to Uplistsikhe, an ancient cave city dating from the late 2nd millennium BC to the early 1st millennium BC. The guide explains the layout of the stone rooms and passages, the pagan rituals practiced there, and Uplistsikhe’s trade relations with ancient Urartu and Media. Panoramic views of the Kura Valley are visible from the site. Entrance to Uplistsikhe requires a separate ticket. A stop at a local restaurant offers a chance to try regional food (restaurant cost not included). At the group’s request, the afternoon includes a visit to the Stalin Museum in Gori. The museum displays Stalin’s personal belongings, furniture, and a preserved sculpture, with a guided tour provided. Entry to the Stalin Museum is also ticketed separately. The entire trip lasts about nine hours and includes guide services and comfortable transportation.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Jvari Monastery
The tour begins with a walk near Jvari Monastery, a 6th-century church. Visitors pass locations linked to Lermontov’s poem “Mtsyri” and then climb to the monastery itself. From here, they see the meeting point of the Aragva and Kura rivers and a wide view over Mtskheta.
60 min
Mtskheta Church of the Holy Cross
At Mtskheta, the group visits Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, the main church of the Georgian Orthodox Church. The guide explains its history and significance. The cathedral houses relics including the tunic of Jesus Christ, the mantle of Elijah the Prophet, and those of St. Andrew the First-Called.
60 min
Uplistsikhe Cave City
The tour continues northwest to Uplistsikhe, an ancient cave city from the late 2nd to early 1st millennium BC. Visitors explore the stone labyrinths of living and utility rooms while learning about pagan rituals and the site’s trade with Urartu and Media. The site offers views over the Kura Valley. Entrance requires a 17 GEL ticket. A stop at a local restaurant provides an opportunity to try regional dishes (restaurant cost not included).
140 min
Stalin Museum
If the group chooses, the tour includes a visit to the Stalin Museum in Gori. The museum features Stalin’s preserved sculpture, personal belongings, and furniture. A museum guide leads the tour. Entry requires a 17 GEL ticket.
60 min
Meeting point
Opposite Avlabari Metro Station, Wine Rise Street, number 3
End point
Opposite Avlabari Metro Station, Wine Rise Street, number 3
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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Mtskheta, Jvari, Gori, Uplistsikhe 9-Hour Group Tour from Tbilisi with History and Panoramas
by Ushba travel to Georgia
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$130Overview
This full-day group day trip starts with a walk around Jvari Monastery, a 6th-century church overlooking Mtskheta. From here, travelers see where the Aragva and Kura rivers meet, an area linked to Georgian literary history. Next, the tour visits the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Mtskheta, known as the patriarchal cathedral of the Georgian Orthodox Church. Visitors learn about the cathedral’s historical role and view Christian relics including the tunic of Jesus Christ and the mantle of Elijah the Prophet. After Mtskheta, the tour drives northwest to Uplistsikhe, an ancient cave city dating from the late 2nd millennium BC to the early 1st millennium BC. The guide explains the layout of the stone rooms and passages, the pagan rituals practiced there, and Uplistsikhe’s trade relations with ancient Urartu and Media. Panoramic views of the Kura Valley are visible from the site. Entrance to Uplistsikhe requires a separate ticket. A stop at a local restaurant offers a chance to try regional food (restaurant cost not included). At the group’s request, the afternoon includes a visit to the Stalin Museum in Gori. The museum displays Stalin’s personal belongings, furniture, and a preserved sculpture, with a guided tour provided. Entry to the Stalin Museum is also ticketed separately. The entire trip lasts about nine hours and includes guide services and comfortable transportation.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Jvari Monastery
The tour begins with a walk near Jvari Monastery, a 6th-century church. Visitors pass locations linked to Lermontov’s poem “Mtsyri” and then climb to the monastery itself. From here, they see the meeting point of the Aragva and Kura rivers and a wide view over Mtskheta.
60 min
Mtskheta Church of the Holy Cross
At Mtskheta, the group visits Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, the main church of the Georgian Orthodox Church. The guide explains its history and significance. The cathedral houses relics including the tunic of Jesus Christ, the mantle of Elijah the Prophet, and those of St. Andrew the First-Called.
60 min
Uplistsikhe Cave City
The tour continues northwest to Uplistsikhe, an ancient cave city from the late 2nd to early 1st millennium BC. Visitors explore the stone labyrinths of living and utility rooms while learning about pagan rituals and the site’s trade with Urartu and Media. The site offers views over the Kura Valley. Entrance requires a 17 GEL ticket. A stop at a local restaurant provides an opportunity to try regional dishes (restaurant cost not included).
140 min
Stalin Museum
If the group chooses, the tour includes a visit to the Stalin Museum in Gori. The museum features Stalin’s preserved sculpture, personal belongings, and furniture. A museum guide leads the tour. Entry requires a 17 GEL ticket.
60 min
Meeting point
Opposite Avlabari Metro Station, Wine Rise Street, number 3
End point
Opposite Avlabari Metro Station, Wine Rise Street, number 3
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
More things to do in Tbilisi
- Kakheti Wine Region Day Trip from Tbilisi Including 9 Wine Tastings
- Kakheti Private Tour from Tbilisi: Manavi Fortress, Sighnaghi, Small Wineries, and Family-Cooked Lunch
- Full-Day Kakheti Tour from Tbilisi: Sighnaghi, Bodbe Monastery & Chronicles of Georgia
- Day Tour to Vardzia Cave Site and Borjomi Central Park in Georgia
- Kutaisi Canyons and Prometheus Cave Full Day Tour from Tbilisi
- Kazbegi and Gudauri Full-Day Private Tour from Tbilisi