What is waiting for you
You will find the history of Mtskheta in the oldest buildings in the city. You will get acquainted with the oldest historical monuments and unique Georgian architecture. You will discover the famous ancient city founded in the 5th century BC and get to know its main symbols.
Jvari – the famous temple of the 7th century. After visiting the temple and learning the history, you will understand why it is called the symbol of Georgia. They will talk about the features of the architecture of temple buildings. You will be amazed by its beauty and the surrounding landscape. Jvari is visible from all sides.
Svetitskhoveli – the first and main cathedral of the Georgian Orthodox Church, you will see one of the relics – the tunic of Jesus Christ and the Pillar of Life. In its grandeur and significance, it is equated with the Church of the Holy Sepulcher.
Prehistoric – the city of Uplistsikhe
You will visit the ancient cave city of Uplistsikhe, one of the oldest settlements in Georgia. A carved city in the rock, it arose at the end of the 2nd – at the beginning of the 1st millennium BC. A fortified city with an unusual view, it is one of the most important monuments of Georgian culture. On the tour, you will not only admire the extraordinary creation, but also realize its uniqueness and value – thanks to its structure, the city has preserved the remains of architectural and religious buildings built over several millennia. During its heyday, Uplistsikhe included more than 700 caves and cave structures, of which only 150 have survived to this day.
On Sundays, when services are held in churches, excursions are prohibited. If your trip is on Sunday we can change your tour.
PRICES ARE FOR THE WHOLE TOUR
Tour cost = 140 EUR (for a group of 2 people)
Tour cost = 160 EUR (for a group of 4 people)
Tour cost = 180 EUR (for a group of 6 people)
Tour cost = 190 EUR (for a group of 8 people)
The cost of the tour for 1 person = 20 EUR (for a group of 10 or more people)
For a more complete version of tours with descriptions and prices, please contact our company.
- The price includes the services of a guide and driver in a comfortable minibus.
- Additional expenses: lunch (average bill 25-30 GEL), tickets to Uplistsikhe (7 GEL per person).
- Start of the tour at your hotel.
