Full-Day Historical Private Tour from Tbilisi

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About this activity

I'm Zura, and I offer a full day excursion to some of the most iconic wonders of Georgia, starting from Tbilisi.

I will meet you at your hotel at 9AM, and we begin with a visit to the 6th century Jvari Monastery, an important religious center and architectural masterpiece from medieval Georgia. The church towers over the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mtskheta. We continue to Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, the burial site of Christ’s robe. In Gori, hometown of Joseph Stalin, we visit the impressive museum of the historically significant leader of the Soviet Union. Lunch after (not included). We then go to Uplistsikhe, an ancient cave town, one of the oldest urban settlements in Georgia.

Lastly, we see the Chronicles of Georgia, the largest monument in Tbilisi, with picturesque views of the Tbilisi Sea. You are then brought back to the initial meeting point.

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-Private local guide and driver in one

-Tickets to Stalin Museum and Uplistsikhe not included ($6 each)

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At a glance

Duration: 7–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: English
Operated by: Escape to Georgia.

Ages: Children (0–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Fuel fee
Included: Private driver and guide

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees: The Stalin Museum in Gori (15 GEL per person)(if option is not chosen)
Not included: Entrance fees: Uplistsikhe (15 GEL per person)(if option is not chosen)

Itinerary

Jvari Monastery

40 min

The name of this monastery is translated as the "Monastery of the Cross." Jvari Monastery is the 6th-century Georgian Orthodox monastery near Mtskheta. Along with other historic structures of Mtskheta, it is listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO. Jvari Monastery stands on the rocky mountain top at the confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers, overlooking the town of Mtskheta, which was formerly the capital of the kingdom of Iberia.
Svetitskhoveli Cathedral

one hour

A masterpiece of Georgian architecture from the 11th century. About 10-15 minute walk from the parking.

Mtskheta, one of the oldest cities in Georgia, was founded by the ancient Meschian tribes in the 5th century. UNESCO recognizes it as a World Heritage site due to it's historical significance and several cultural monuments. It was the capital of the early Georgian Kingdom of Iberia from the 3rd century BC to the 5th century AD. However, Mtskheta remained to serve as the coronation and burial place for most kings of Georgia until the 19th century.

Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (the Cathedral of the Living Pillar) is currently the second-largest church in Georgia, after the Holy Trinity Cathedral. Known as the burial site of Christ's robe, Svetitskhoveli has been one of the principal Georgian Orthodox churches and is among the most venerated places of worship in the region.
Stalin Museum

1 h 30 min Admission not included

The Stalin Museum in Joseph Stalins hometown Gori includes more than 60 000 artifacts, the tiny house where Stalin was born and an impressive bulletproof train that he used to travel to Yalta and Potsdam, which you are able to go inside.

Please note that entrance to the Stalin Museum is not included in the tour price. The ticket costs approximately 15 GEL and can be purchased on site if you choose to visit.
Uplistsiche Cave Town

1 h 30 min Admission not included

Uplistsikhe dates to the helinistic period and is notable for its unique combination of various styles of rock-cut architecture, including both pagan and Christian.

Entrance to Uplistsikhe cave town is not included. Tickets cost around 15 GEL and are paid on site if you wish to explore the area.
Chronicles Of Georgia

40 min

We stop by the Chronicles of Georgia on the way back. The huge monument also has incredible views over both Tbilisi City and Tbilisi Sea

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Ambassadori Tbilisi Hotel

We will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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

Options

Full-Day Historical Private Tour from Tbilisi

Pickup included
Tour including admission fees

Entrance fee museums: The Stalin Museum and Uplistsikhe each have a 15 GEL ($6) admission fee, which are included in this option

Pickup included