Ancient Georgia Group Tour: Mtskheta,Jvari, Gori, Uplistsikhe
- 9–10 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Mtskheta-Jvari is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the former capital of Georgia. The site is home to numerous historic churches and cathedrals, including the Jvari Monastery, which dates back to the 6th century. The Stalin Museum-Uplistsikhe is a unique museum dedicated to the life and legacy of Joseph Stalin, who was born in Georgia. The museum showcases a variety of artifacts, including Stalin's personal belongings and photographs, and offers visitors a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most controversial leaders in modern history. Uplistsikhe is another ancient Georgian city carved into the rocky cliffs, which provides a glimpse into the country's ancient past. It is an important archaeological site and a must-visit destination for anyone interested in history and archaeology.
Inclusions
What's included
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's not
- end of tour we visit restaurant, it's not included in tour food and drink salary
- Admission to The Stalin's Museum -Admission is 15 GEL(lari) per person.
- Admission to The Uplistsike -Admission is 15 GEL(lari) per person.
Itinerary
The confluence of the rivers Mtkvari and Aragvi
State Stalin Museum is situated in Gori, the town where Stalin was born. The complex museum was opened in 1957. In the house, where Stalin was born, the memorial museum was opened in 1937, during Stalin’s lifetime.
Lunch at local restaurant
Built on a high rocky left bank of the Mtkvari River, it contains various structures dating from the Early Iron Age to the Late Middle Ages and is notable for the unique combination of various styles of rock-cut cultures from Anatolia and Iran, as well as the co-existence of pagan and Christian architecture.
Svetitskhoveli sits at the heart of Old Mtskheta and is even more historically significant than Jvari. This is the ‘First Georgian Church’, erected on a spot chosen by Saint Nino herself. It houses dozens of precious relics, including (what is believed to be) Christ’s Mantle, a 4th-century baptismal font, and a piece of cedar wood salvaged from the original structure.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- To meet us for your pickup, please come to our office located at 15 Abano Street in Tbilisi. Our team will be waiting for you at the front entrance of the building.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 15 travellers
- Operated by
- Imperial Tours
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Time for transportation is already included in the total duration
How it compares in Tbilisi
- Its from-price is 70% below the median of the 633 day trips we list in Tbilisi.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 39 of 633.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Tbilisi
Tbilisi, Georgia's capital, spills along a river gorge beneath a fortress, mixing balconied old houses, sulphur baths and bold modern landmarks.
The old town gathers along the Mtkvari River, its narrow streets lined with carved wooden balconies, churches and wine bars. Abanotubani, the bath district, is crowned by brick domes over sulphur springs, and the walls of Narikala Fortress overlook it all, reached by cable car or a steep walk. The Mother of Georgia statue stands on the ridge holding a sword and a bowl of wine.
Top-ranked sights in Tbilisi: Metekhi Church, Narikala Fortress, Tbilisi Old Town (Dzveli Tbilisi).
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