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Day Trip to Mtskheta Gori and Uplistsikhe
Day Trip to Mtskheta Gori and Uplistsikhe
Day Trip to Mtskheta Gori and Uplistsikhe
Day Trip to Mtskheta Gori and Uplistsikhe
Day Trip to Mtskheta Gori and Uplistsikhe
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Day Trip to Mtskheta Gori and Uplistsikhe

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Day 1

Meet at designated meeting point: მ/ს ავლაბარი ,Tbilisi,Georgia At 08:30, our guide meets you in front of Avlabari metro station with our company's branded flag.
Activities & Attractions: Traveler’s Meeting Point (Free entry) Traveler's Meeting Point - is a free space where you can meet new exciting people, play some board games, listen to good music or enjoy a glass of wine. 30 min(s)
Activities & Attractions: Uplistsiche Cave Town (At your own expense) 11:00 Arrive at Uplistsikhe. Uplistsikhe is an antique rock-hewn town in eastern Georgia. It was built on a left bank of the Mtkvari River, contains multiple structures dating from the Early Iron Age to the Late Middle Ages, and is notable for the unique mixture of various rock-cut cultures from Anatolia and Iran coexistence of pagan and Christian architecture. 1 hr(s)30 min(s)
Activities & Attractions: Gori (Free entry) 13:00 Arrive at a lunch place. Unique possibility to feel as native. Visit a local restaurant and enjoy traditional, delicious food. 1 hr(s)30 min(s)
Activities & Attractions: Stalin Museum (At your own expense) 14:45 Arrive at Stalin Museum. Stalin Museum is a museum dedicated to the life of Joseph Stalin, the leader of the Soviet Union, who was born in Gori. The Museum retains its Soviet-era characteristics, Stalin's Original house, and Stalin's railway carriage. In Case Of Free Time in Gori (Optional) Discover the city Gori, populated since the early Bronze Age. According to medieval Georgian annals, King David IV founded Gori. The fortress of Gori (Goris Tsikhe) appears to have been in use already in the 7th century, and archaeological evidence indicates an urban community in Classical Antiquity. In the 2008 Russo-Georgian war, the town came under aerial attack by the Russian air force from the outset of the conflict. 1 hr(s)
Activities & Attractions: Jvari Monastery (Free entry) 16:35 Arrive at Jvari Monastery. 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 at the confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers, overlooking the town of Mtskheta, which was formerly the capital of the kingdom of Iberia. 30 min(s)
Activities & Attractions: Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (Free entry) 17:25 Arrive at Svetitskhoveli In Mtskheta. 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 its 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 (literally 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. 19:00-19:30 Traveler's Meeting Point ( 50 meters from Avlabari metro station ) 1 hr(s)30 min(s)
Allow guests to leave on their own: მ/ს ავლაბარიEnd the tour on your own and bring your trip to a happy conclusion ,Tbilisi,Georgia At 08:30, our guide meets you in front of Avlabari metro station with our company's branded flag.


*Itinerary times are in the local time of the place of visit and may be subject to changes due to weather conditions, road conditions, and other factors. We appreciate your understanding.
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Anonymous User
Sun May 11 2025
5.0
Excellent
Very good tour , the tour guide was very knowledgeable. One downside was having random people joining the tour at the Stalin museum ( standing first row .. asking questions..and blocking us from the guide). Food was 5* and worth the money.
L***9
Sat Jul 27 2024
5.0
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Wonderful guide Ugno. Lots of history to learn from this tour to understand the history of Georgia since the pre—Iberia Kingdom era.
D***9
Tue Jul 23 2024
5.0
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Prepare to have a mind-blowing experience combining nature, villages, traditional food, architecture and history. Kat is a walking encyclopedia of Georgia and its fascinating historical relevance. I learned so much and had an amazing day that left me wanting to know more about the beautiful country of Georgia.
N***7
Thu Jul 25 2024
5.0
Excellent
Tota was an exceptional guide. Great information, perfect amount of things to see, it was a good tour and fun experience.
A***8
Tue Jul 16 2024
5.0
Excellent
Our family of 4, including boys age 10 and 12, had a great time on the tour and learned a lot. Our guide Ungo was knowledgeable, friendly, and energetic.
What to Expect
A diverse range well knows Kartli region of cultural sites, including several historical, cultural, and landscapes. Since the first half of the III millennium BC, the area dates from classical to medieval, including and altered several times. The region was the home of gods and their earthly embodiment – priests, chiefs, and kings. Every layer of the ground keeps a memory of epochs. The region was standing over the crossroads of cultures. The significance of this arterial road was connecting east and west. It’ rocky road still preserves a clear trace of wheeled transport moving here over centuries. The region was, from time to time, ruled by Mithraism or Zoroastrianism. Sovereign priests performed pagan rituals here. On this altar, they offered sacrifice, glorified female divinity, lighted holly fire. To be continued during the tour.
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What's Included
Transportation service
A professional guide service
Lunch in a local restaurant (45 GEL - about 17 USD per person) (optional)
Entrance fee to Stalin Museum in Gori (15 GEL - about 6 USD per person ) (optional)
Entrance fee to Uplistsikhe (15 GEL - about 6 USD per person)
Eligibility
Adult: 5 years old (inclusive) to 79 years old (inclusive)
How to use
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Change & Cancellation Policies
If a cancellation request is submitted before 12:00 AM, 1 day(s) prior to the date of use, no cancellation fee will be charged.
If a cancellation request is submitted after 12:00 AM 1 day(s) before the date of use, a fee of 100% will be charged.
If a discount is applied, the cancellation fee will be calculated based on the original price before the discount and will not exceed the amount paid.
Partial refund is not available.
Precautions

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

The minimum age of a traveler is 5.

The tour operates in all weather conditions. Therefore, please dress according to the weather.

Dress code for a church - It's not allowed for anyone to enter a church in shorts, and women need to cover their heads.

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