From Tbilisi: Shindis Heroes & Uplistsikhe Private Day Trip

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ID: GYG1466811-2239525
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Country: Georgia

Duration: 10:00 hours


Description

Discover Georgia’s rich history and culture on a private day trip from Tbilisi. Visit the Shindisi Heroes Memorial, explore Uplistsikhe, and see the UNESCO-listed Svetitskhoveli Cathedral.
Begin your journey at the Shindisi Heroes Memorial, dedicated to the Georgian soldiers who fought during the 2008 Russo-Georgian War. Learn about their courage and sacrifice while visiting this meaningful memorial site.

Continue to the Yakob Gogebashvili House Museum, dedicated to one of Georgia’s most influential educators and writers. Discover more about his life, work, and contribution to Georgian education and culture.

Next, explore Uplistsikhe, one of Georgia’s most remarkable ancient rock-hewn towns. Walk through its carved caves, tunnels, chambers, and ancient structures while learning about the history of this fascinating archaeological site.

The tour then continues to the Joseph Stalin State Museum in Gori, where you can learn about Stalin’s early life, the historical period in which he lived, and explore the museum’s collection of photographs, personal items, and historical exhibits.

After Gori, travel to Mtskheta, one of Georgia’s oldest cities and an important center of Georgian Christianity. Visit the magnificent Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, one of the country’s most significant religious and architectural monuments.

Finish your journey at Jvari Monastery, dramatically positioned on a hill overlooking Mtskheta and the meeting point of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views and take memorable photographs.

Highlights

  • Discover Georgia's rich history and culture on a private day trip from Tbilisi
  • Visit the Shindisi Heroes Memorial and learn about the 2008 Russo-Georgian War
  • Explore the ancient rock-hewn town of Uplistsikhe and its carved caves
  • Learn about Stalin's early life at the Joseph Stalin State Museum in Gori
  • Visit the UNESCO-listed Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Jvari Monastery

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour is private and customizable
Entrance fees are not included
Food and drinks are not included
INCLUDED
  • Private day trip from Tbilisi
  • Visit to Shindisi Heroes Memorial
  • Visit to Yakob Gogebashvili House Museum
  • Visit to Uplistsikhe ancient rock-hewn town
  • Visit to Joseph Stalin State Museum in Gori
  • Visit to Mtskheta Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
  • Visit to Jvari Monastery
  • Private vehicle
NOT INCLUDED
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fees to museums and sites
  • Tickets not included

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.