Georgia Day Trip: Mtskheta, Jvari, Uplistsikhe & Gori
ID: GYG777450-1248089
Category:
Country: Georgia
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Uplistsikhe, visit the hometown of Joseph Stalin,
Small group experience
Carefully planned route with enough time at each stop
Friendly local guide with deep knowledge of Georgian history
Explore Georgia's ancient history on this 10-hour guided day trip from Tbilisi.
Visit the Jvari Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site with stunning views of the rivers. Then, discover Mtskheta, Georgia's ancient capital and religious center, home to Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, one of the most revered landmarks in the country.
Travel through time at Uplistsikhe, an ancient rock-hewn city that dates back to the early Iron Age. Explore its cave dwellings and churches carved directly into the rock.
Your tour will end in Gori, the birthplace of Joseph Stalin, where you can visit the Stalin Museum and walk around the historical town.
Your experienced local guide will provide fascinating insights into Georgia’s rich culture, history, and traditions. With a well-paced itinerary and plenty of time for sightseeing, you’ll experience the best of Georgia in one unforgettable day.
Tour Highlights:
Explore the UNESCO-listed Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
Visit the ancient cave city of Uplistsikhe
Discover Gori, the birthplace of Joseph Stalin
10-hour guided tour with plenty of free time for photos
Comfortable transportation from and to Tbilisi
Highlights
- Explore the ancient cave city of Uplistsikhe and its labyrinthine tunnels
- Visit the hometown of Joseph Stalin and see his original house and railway car
- See the Jvari Monastery, a 6th-century Georgian Orthodox monastery near Mtskheta
- Visit the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Mtskheta
- Enjoy comfortable transportation in a minivan with a maximum group size of 19
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Bring water and sunscreen for the day
Camera is recommended for capturing the scenic views
Hat and sunscreen are advisable due to outdoor exposure
INCLUDED
- Transportation in a comfortable van
- Visit to Uplistsikhe cave-town
- Visit to Jvari Monastery
- Visit to Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Mtskheta
- Visit to the Stalin Museum
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch
- Entrance fees to Stalin Museum
- Entrance fees Uplistsikhe cave-town
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.