Daily Mtskheta, Gori & Uplistsikhe Tour from Tbilisi – UNESCO Sites & Ancient Cave City

Hotel Pick-up in Tbilisi

At 09:00 AM, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby in Tbilisi, holding a sign with your name. After a short introduction, the journey begins toward the historical sites of eastern Georgia.

Jvari Monastery

The first stop is the Jvari Monastery, a 6th-century masterpiece of early Christian architecture located on a hilltop above Mtskheta. From here you will enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers and the surrounding mountains.

Gori – Birthplace of Joseph Stalin

Continue driving toward Gori, a historic town located in the Kartli region. During the Middle Ages, Gori was an important military stronghold.

Visit the Joseph Stalin State Museum, dedicated to the life of the Soviet leader. The museum complex includes:

The main museum building with historical exhibits

Stalin’s childhood house, preserved under a protective pavilion

His personal armored railway carriage

Uplistsikhe Cave Town

Next, visit the remarkable Uplistsikhe cave city, located about 14 km from Gori. The name Uplistsikhe means “Fortress of the Lord.”

This ancient rock-hewn settlement once served as an important religious and cultural center of the pre-Christian Kingdom of Kartli.

Explore the fascinating complex featuring:

Ancient cave halls and chambers

Long corridors and carved streets

Pagan temples and ritual spaces

Remains of one of the oldest theaters in Georgia

Mtskheta – Ancient Capital of Georgia

After exploring Uplistsikhe, drive toward Mtskheta, one of the oldest cities in Georgia and the former capital of the Kingdom of Iberia.

Visit the magnificent Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most sacred places in Georgia.

Enjoy a short walk through Mtskheta Old Town, where souvenir shops and local sweets can be found along the charming streets.

Return to Tbilisi

In the evening, return to Tbilisi and drop off at your hotel.