Visit the first capital of Georgia – Mtskheta and with your experienced guide, learn about the city's fascinating history. Visit several of the city's main historical landmarks like the ancient Uplistsikhe cave town, the Stalin museum and many others.

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Duration 10 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide: English, Russian
Pickup included: Your accommodation in Tbilisi.
Private group

Highlights

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Mtskheta
Discover top attractions including Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
Visit historic caves and chambers in medieval Uplistsikhe
Immerse yourself in the history of this fascinating city

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Start your tour at your accomodation in Tbilisi where your driver/guide will be waiting to meet you. After a short meet and greet you will set-off to your first location, starting your sightseeing adventure for the day! After a short and scenic drive your first stop will be Jvari Church (6th -7th cc), the most important religious center and an architectural masterpiece of medieval Georgia. Enjoy the breathtaking view from the church that towers over the city of Mtskheta. Continue on to Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, known as the burial site of Christ's robe and the second largest church building in the country. The Cathedral has long been the principal Georgian church and remains one of the most venerated places of worship to this day. Take an excursion to Uplistsikhe Cave Town, an ancient cave town and one of the oldest urban settlements in Georgia. The town represents a complex of various structures dating from the 12th-century. BC to the 17th-century. AD. Finish your tour at the Stalin Museum in Gori, dedicated to the life of Joseph Stalin. This museum is the perfect location for any Stalin or politic enthusiasts. End your day in comfort with a relaxing car ride back to your accomodation in Tbilisi.

Includes

Bottled water
Professional guide
Wi-Fi onboard
Private tour (if option selected)

Lunch
Wine tasting ($8) optional
Entry to Stalin Museum (15 GEL per person)
Entry to Uplistsikhe (15 GEL per person)
Gratuities (recommended)

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users

Covid-19 precautions

You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

Safety measures in place

All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You will receive a mandatory temperature check
All participants who are 12 years and older must present a Reinforced Green Pass that is valid in the EU and has a verifiable QR code. Reinforced Green Passes can only be obtained by uploading either proof of full vaccination or proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months to either the Green Pass or Covid Certificate app

Important information

Know before you go

Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
A moderate amount of walking is involved
Not wheelchair accessible

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Overall rating

5 /5

based on 6 reviews

Review summary

Guide
5/5
Transportation
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Safety
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This excursion is without doubt one of the most interesting that we have done. The history of the country, its relation to religion, agriculture and wine is told to you in detail. The visit of the caves with its history with the invasion of Genghis Khan and subsequently the Soviet troops ... Everything is to be taken with very interesting anecdotes. The price is it derisory compared to the quality of the excursion. I end with a visit to the vineyard with a winemaker of incredible generosity! Marie was a fantastic guide! I wish you to meet her.

December 3, 2019

We had a really great day with Alexiv. The sights were very interesting, especially in the early morning sunlight of sunrise and Alexiv did a wonderful job of explaining them to us. He was a safe driver, very friendly and patient and a pleasure to be with. The cave sight was cool to visit but you have to be in good shape, have great balance and be a good climber to do it.

November 19, 2019

It was very helpful to have Lhasa on our tour. He was so friendly and we had vey interessting conversations.

June 12, 2019

Georgia: Day-Trip to Mtskheta, Stalin Museum & Uplistsikhe

Georgia: Day-Trip to Mtskheta, Stalin Museum & Uplistsikhe

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