Tour to old capital Georgia - city Mtskheta
Overview
Mtskheta is one of the oldest cities of Georgia near Tbilisi. Mtskheta was capital of the early Georgian Kingdom of Iberia from the 3rd century BC to the 5th century AD. Here Georgians accepted Christianity in 317.Jvari Monastery is a Georgian Orthodox monastery of the 6th century near Mtskheta.. The great church represents the peak of architectural typology. It is a true architectural masterpiece of the early Medieval period overlooking the confluence of Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers from the top of the hill.
Svetitskhoveli Cathedral was built in the 11th century, although the site itself is even older, dating back to the early 4th century.The monument has an elongated cross which appears to touch the sky. The cathedral is the second largest church building in Georgia and is listed as a UNESCO.
Samtavro Monastery Complex was built in the 11th century. It contains the grave of queen Nana and Mirian III, the king of Iberia, who established Christianity as the official religion in Georgia.
What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Live commentary on board
- Professional guide
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Meeting Location
44 Kote Afkhazi Street
T'bilisi 0105, Georgia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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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 are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Tour operate twice in a day ,Departure at 10:00 and at 15:00
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- Operated by a business
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- 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).
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
- Live commentary on board.
- Professional guide.
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Tour to old capital Georgia - city Mtskheta is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Live commentary on board
- Professional guide
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Tour operate twice in a day ,Departure at 10:00 and at 15:00
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- Operated by a business
