Tbilisi: Mtskheta, Jvari, Chronicles, Sameba Church & Wine

Begin at Jvari Monastery, where silence meets sweeping views. Feel the calm of Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, taste Georgian wine & sweets, visit a handmade arts shop, then continue to Chronicles & Sameba.
Step into the spiritual heart of Georgia on a journey where ancient faith, living traditions, and everyday beauty quietly intertwine. This thoughtfully designed tour invites you to slow down, look closer, and experience the deeper rhythm of the country beyond its surface.

Your day begins at the hilltop Jvari Monastery, a 6th-century sanctuary overlooking the meeting of the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers. Here, the vast landscape unfolds beneath you, and the silence carries a sense of timeless devotion that has shaped Georgia for centuries.

From this peaceful height, continue to the sacred city of Mtskheta and enter the revered Svetitskhoveli Cathedral. Known as the spiritual center of the nation, this cathedral holds centuries of prayer within its walls. Nearby, you’ll pause to enjoy a tasting of traditional Georgian sweets, where honey, churchkhela, tklapi, and gozinaki reflect the warmth and generosity of local culture. You will also visit a Georgian handmade arts shop, where craftsmanship and tradition come together in unique, meaningful creations.

For those seeking a quieter moment, an optional boat ride offers a gentle perspective of the surroundings, allowing you to absorb the atmosphere at your own pace.

The journey continues back to Tbilisi with a visit to the monumental Chronicles of Georgia. Rising high above the city, its towering pillars tell stories of kings, saints, and the enduring spirit of the Georgian people, blending history with symbolism in a striking architectural form.

Your experience concludes at the magnificent Holy Trinity Cathedral of Tbilisi, where the scale of the structure meets a deep sense of calm. As one of the largest Orthodox cathedrals in the world, it offers a powerful final moment of reflection, bringing together the spiritual threads of the entire journey.

This tour is more than a visit to landmarks. It is an invitation to feel the quiet strength of a culture shaped by faith, resilience, and a deep connection to its past - an experience that stays with you long after the day ends.

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.

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.