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Mtskheta - Jvari + Gori - Uplistsikhe Tour

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Tbilisi, Georgia
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8 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Discover the most ancient historical sites of Georgia in a single day tour from Tbilisi , visit Uflistsikhe - “Fortress of God” an ancient 3000 year old city carved into the rock, UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Mtskheta , as well as the house and museum of the Soviet leader Joseph Stalin in the city of Gori.

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off
  • Private guide/driver
  • Entrance ticktet to Stalin museum
  • Uplistsikhe Cave Town
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Your guide will pick you up by car directly from your hotel or any address in Tbilisi.

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Jvari Church

Our tour starts from Jvari Monastery ancient temple dates back to the 6th century nearby the ancient capital Mtskheta, located on the top of a high mountain, from where picturesque views of the neighborhood open, at the intersection of stormy waters of the Aragvi and Kura rivers. The temple attracts thousands of tourists because of its architecture, location and historical value. The name of the church is translated from Georgian as “the cross” and has its own history wich we will tell you there.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mtskheta

Next, we continue to the ancient capital of Georgia — Mtskheta, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Mtskheta has been inhabited for more than 2,600 years and once served as the capital of the early Georgian Kingdom of Iberia.From the parking area, we will walk to the historical center of Mtskheta, passing through its charming narrow streets filled with souvenir shops, wine tastings, and traditional Georgian sweets. The highlight of our visit will be the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, the burial site of Christ’s Robe and one of the most sacred and revered places in Georgia.
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50 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Gori

Our next stop is the city of Gori, the hometown of Joseph Stalin, the most famous Georgian leader of the Soviet Union. Here, you will visit the Stalin House-Museum and learn about his life. Guests will see his original house where he was born, his office, personal items like his pipe, cigars, and telephone, his railway carriage, and much more.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Uplistsiche Cave Town

Next stop is Uplistsikhe – “The Fortress of God.” It is one of the oldest places in the world, an ancient 3,000-year-old cave city carved into the rock. Long ago, it was an important center for Georgia’s culture, religion, and politics.Uplistsikhe is special because it still keeps buildings and caves from different times in history. Today, about 150 caves remain. During our tour, we will see some of the most interesting ones — the tunnel, the Sun Temple, the Royal Hall of Queen Tamar, the winery, the 6th-century church, the old library, and even an ancient pharmacy carved in stone.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mtskheta – Jvari + Gori – Uplistsikhe Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+04). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Private transportation
  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off
  • Private guide/driver
  • Entrance ticktet to Stalin museum
  • Uplistsikhe Cave Town

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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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