Tour in Mtskheta

Tour Overview

Day trip to Mtskheta offers escape from the bustling city and visit the old capital of Georgia, within just a few hours. During the tour, you can enjoy panoramic views of the mountain air around the monastery Jvari, observe the confluence of the Aragvi and Kura, and feel the power of the ancient city and see the old churches Svetistshoveli and Samtavro.

Mtskheta was the capital of the Eastern Georgian Kingdom of Iberia from the third century BC. Visit Jvari Church, a true architectural masterpiece of the early Medieval Period overlooking the confluence of Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers from the top of the hill and Svetitskhoveli, the main cathedral of Mtskheta and a sacred place where the robe of Christ is being kept..

45 USD

Per Person

Price Includes

  • Transport service with professional driver YES
  • Professional GuideYES
  • 1 bottle of water YES
  • Pick up and drop off from Tbilisi hotel YES

You will visit

  • Jvari Church, 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 – built in the 11th century, although the site itself is even older, dating back to the early 4th century and is surrounded by a number of legends associated primarily with the early Christian traditions. Svetitskhoveli, known as the burial site of Christ’s mantle, has long been the principal Georgian church and remains one of the most venerated places of worship to this day. The church is among UNESCO’s world heritage sites.
  • Samtavro – 11th century monastery complex where the first Christian king Miriani and his wife Nana are buried.

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Day trip to Gori/Uflistsikhe

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