Ancient Georgia Private Tour: Mtskheta,Jvari, Gori, Uplistsikhe

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7 to 8 hours (approximately)
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Offered in: English

Mtskheta-Jvari is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the former capital of Georgia. The site is home to numerous historic churches and cathedrals, including the Jvari Monastery, which dates back to the 6th century.

The Stalin Museum-Uplistsikhe is a unique museum dedicated to the life and legacy of Joseph Stalin, who was born in Georgia. The museum showcases a variety of artifacts, including Stalin's personal belongings and photographs, and offers visitors a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most controversial leaders in modern history.

Uplistsikhe is another ancient Georgian city carved into the rocky cliffs, which provides a glimpse into the country's ancient past. It is an important archaeological site and a must-visit destination for anyone interested in history and archaeology.

What's Included

WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Admission to The Stalin's Museum -Admission is 15 GEL(lari) per person.
Admission to The Uplistsike -Admission is 15 GEL(lari) per person.
end of tour we visit restaurant, it's not included in tour food and drink salary

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Jvari Church

    The confluence of the rivers Mtkvari and Aragvi

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Svetitskhoveli Cathedral

    Svetitskhoveli sits at the heart of Old Mtskheta and is even more historically significant than Jvari. This is the ‘First Georgian Church’, erected on a spot chosen by Saint Nino herself. It houses dozens of precious relics, including (what is believed to be) Christ’s Mantle, a 4th-century baptismal font, and a piece of cedar wood salvaged from the original structure.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Mtskheta

    It is one of the oldest cities in Georgia as well as one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the World. Due to the historical significance of the town and its several outstanding churches and cultural monuments, the "Historical Monuments of Mtskheta" became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Stalin Museum

    State Stalin Museum is situated in Gori, the town where Stalin was born. The complex museum was opened in 1957. In the house, where Stalin was born, the memorial museum was opened in 1937, during Stalin’s lifetime.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Uplistsiche Cave Town

    Built on a high rocky left bank of the Mtkvari River, it contains various structures dating from the Early Iron Age to the Late Middle Ages and is notable for the unique combination of various styles of rock-cut cultures from Anatolia and Iran, as well as the co-existence of pagan and Christian architecture.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 6

    The origins of the fortress date back to the 7th century, when it was built by the Arab conquerors of Georgia. In the 16th century, the fortress was renovated by the Georgian king Rostom, and it was later taken over by the Ottoman Empire in the 18th century.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Time for transportation is already included in the total duration
  • Indulge in the rich flavors of Georgia with our team, as you sip on Chacha, a traditional Georgian brandy, and savor Churchkhela, a sweet and savory snack made of walnuts and grape juice
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