Uplistsikhe, Mtskheta and Jvari - historical private day tour from Tbilisi

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7 to 8 hours (approximately)
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Offered in: English

Three eras of Georgian history in one day - the picturesque Mtskheta is the cradle of Georgian Christianity, while Uplistsikhe cave town was once the center of Pagan culture and Gori is famous for being the home town of the most infamous Soviet leader - J. Stalin.

The tour covers the main UNESCO sites, such as Svetitskhoveli cathedral, Jvari monastery, but also offers an optional wine tastings at an organic winery or a lunch with a local family in Mtskheta.

What's Included

Lunch at organic winery (optional)
Private transfers in a comfortable car with a/c
Professional English speaking guide
All entrance fees as per itinerary
Meals and drinks
Tickets to Stalin Museum (optional)

Meeting and pickup

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

Please share your hotel or Airbnb details for the pick up

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • Real Georgia Tours (Pass by)

    Discover the history of Eastern Georgia on a full day tour with Real Georgia Tours

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Uplistsiche Cave Town

    The rocky ruins of Uplistsikhe cave town attract photographers and history fans alike - just imagine that these rocks and caves used to be a vivid city of more than 20.000 people and a local center of Pagan culture

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Mtskheta Church of the Holy Cross

    The picturesque town of Mtskheta was once the flourishing capital of Eastern Georgian Kingdom and the starting point of Christianization of Georgia. Today the traces are still visible in the majestic cathedral of Svetitskhoveli and the convent of Samtavro - once residence of St. Nino.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Jvari Church

    The monastery of Jvari is mentioned in several poems and novels - its perfect location on a cliff, overlooking Mtskheta, the rivers of Mtkvari and Aragvi and the mountains leaves a lasting impression. One of the first churches of Georgia is a protected UNESCO World Heritage Site and an absolute must-see for visitors and locals.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    After the era of Paganism and Christianity came the time of Soviet atheism and Gori is deeply connected to that period as it was the birth place of the most infamous Soviet leader - J. Stalin.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket 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
  • Uplistsikhe cave town has uneven surfaces with elevation - it is recommended to wear comfortable, not slippery shoes
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