From Tbilisi: Mtskheta, Gori & Uplistsikhe Private Tour
ID: GYG1469028-2243126
Category:
Country: Georgia
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Discover Georgia’s history and culture on a private day trip from Tbilisi. Visit Mtskheta, Jvari, Gori, and Uplistsikhe, and enjoy the freedom to explore each destination at your own pace.
Begin your journey in Mtskheta, one of Georgia’s oldest cities and the country’s former capital. Visit the impressive Jvari Monastery, dramatically located on a hilltop overlooking the confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers, and enjoy spectacular panoramic views. Continue to the historic center of Mtskheta and visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, one of Georgia’s most important religious landmarks.
Next, travel to Gori, the birthplace of Joseph Stalin. Explore the city and, if you wish, visit the Stalin Museum to learn more about his life and the history surrounding this controversial historical figure.
The final highlight is Uplistsikhe, an extraordinary ancient rock-hewn town carved into the cliffs. Walk through its tunnels, chambers, ancient streets, and remarkable rock formations while discovering how people lived in this unique settlement thousands of years ago.
Highlights
- Explore Georgia’s ancient history and culture on a private day trip from Tbilisi
- Visit the Jvari Monastery and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountains
- Discover the historic center of Mtskheta and the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
- Explore the ancient rock-hewn town of Uplistsikhe and its unique formations
- Enjoy a flexible itinerary and the freedom to explore each destination
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Private tour exclusively for you and your group
- Visit to Mtskheta, Georgia’s historic former capital
- Visit to Jvari Monastery and panoramic mountain views
- Visit to Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
- Visit to Gori and its historical landmarks
- Optional visit to the Stalin Museum
- Visit to the ancient cave city of Uplistsikhe
- Scenic countryside and photo stops
- Flexible itinerary with a private driver/guide
- Comfortable round-trip transportation from Tbilisi
NOT INCLUDED
- Food is not included in the cost
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.
