Sacred Sites and Ancient Wonders: Jvari, Mtskheta and Uplistsikhe

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7 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Embark on a captivating day tour from Tbilisi, exploring some of Georgia's most historic and picturesque sites. Begin with the stunning Jvari Monastery, perched on a hill with breathtaking views. Discover the ancient city of Mtskheta, home to the majestic Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Journey to Gori, the birthplace of Stalin, and delve into the history at the museum dedicated to him. Finally, wander through the ancient Uplistsikhe Cave City, an extraordinary rock-hewn complex. This tour offers a unique blend of spiritual, historical, and architectural wonders, all set against the backdrop of Georgia’s scenic landscapes.

What's Included

Private vehicle
Hotel pick up/Hotel drop-off
Fuel surcharge
Driver/Guide
Food and drinks
Lunch
Any extra ticket or entrance fee
Tickets p.p : Stalini Museum (15 GEL) Uplistsikhe (15GEL)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We Pick up and Drop off you from Any Location inTbilisi

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Jvari Church

    Jvari Monastery - a sixth century Georgian Orthodox monastery near Mtskheta, with the eye-catching view on the city and Aragvi-Mtkvari meeting place.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Svetitskhoveli Cathedral

    Mtskheta - was founded in the 5th century BC. It was capital of the early Georgian Kingdom of Iberia from the 3rd century BC to the 5th century AD then capital moved to Tbilisi, but it stayed as the coronation and burial place for most kings of Georgia. Svetitskhoveli Cathedral - a masterpiece of the Early Middle Ages, it is recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, Christ’s robe is believed to lie beneath here.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Stalin Museum

    Stalin Museum - house where the leader of the Soviet Union was born and grew up, you can also see his armored train.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Uplistsiche Cave Town

    Uplistsikhe - 'Fortress of the Lord', is an ancient rock-hewn town stood directly on the path of the old Silk Road and was a strategic and commercial center. At the peak of its prosperity the city had a population of 20 000. ​

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infant seats available on request
Supplied by BB Georgia Travel

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Day Trips
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Cultural Tours
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