From Tbilisi: Gori, Uplistsikhe and Mtskheta old capital
ID: GYG1208007-1854037
Category:
Country: Georgia
Duration:
1 days
Description
Explore Gori, walk through the ancient cave city of Uplistsikhe, and visit UNESCO-listed Mtskheta for a perfect day of Georgia’s history, culture, and panoramic views.
Travel back in time and explore some of Georgia’s most important historical and cultural landmarks on this unforgettable day tour.
Our first destination is Gori, the birthplace of Joseph Stalin. Here you will visit the famous Stalin Museum, where you can see his original house, personal railway carriage, and an extensive exhibition about his life and the Soviet era.
We then continue to the unique cave town of Uplistsikhe, one of the oldest urban settlements in Georgia, dating back to the early Iron Age. Walk through ancient tunnels, temples, wine cellars, and royal halls carved directly into the rock while enjoying stunning views over the Mtkvari River.
The journey finishes in Mtskheta, the spiritual heart of the country and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the magnificent Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, one of Georgia’s most sacred religious landmarks, and enjoy free time to stroll through the charming old streets filled with local souvenirs and traditional sweets
Highlights
- Travel back in time while exploring the birthplace of Stalin in Gori.
- Walk through the ancient rock-hewn city of Uplistsikhe with stunning river views
- Visit the UNESCO-listed Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Georgia’s old capital.
- Enjoy a perfect mix of history, culture, and beautiful panoramic landscapes.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Europe square, down Metekhi church
INCLUDED
- Comfortable transportation
- Professional English-Russian speaking guide
- Visit to Gori
- Guided tour in Uplistsikhe cave city
- Visit to Mtskheta
- Visit to Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
- Photo stops at scenic viewpoints
- Free time for walking and exploring
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
