Mtskheta Tour – UNESCO World Heritage & Holy City of Georgia
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Duration
daily
Max Group Size
30
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
English
Age Requirement
11 - 99 Ages
Tour Overview
Discover Mtskheta, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Georgia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Inhabited since before 1000 BC, Mtskheta was the capital of the early Kingdom of Iberia (Eastern Georgia) and remains the spiritual heart of the country.
Located just 20 km from Tbilisi at the confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers, Mtskheta stood on an important ancient trade route and was once a major political and religious center. In 2014, it was officially declared the “Holy City” by the Georgian Orthodox Church.
This half-day cultural tour is perfect for travelers interested in history, religion, architecture, and scenic landscapes.
Route
Starts from
Tbilisi
Ends in
Tbilisi
Pickup Location
Tbilisi, 10:00
Dropoff Location
Tbilisi, 16:00
Highlights
Itinerary
10:00 AM: Pick up
Tour starts at 10:00 am. Guide and driver meets you in a lobby of your hotel and transfer to the start of the tour. Today’s tour includes the following:
Jvari Monastery
Svetitskhoveli Monastery
Samtavro Monastery
2
15:30-16:00 PM: drop off
After tour transfer back to the hotel.
⛪ Jvari
Monastery
A 6th-century monastery dramatically situated on a cliff above Mtskheta. Jvari
represents one of the finest examples of early Christian Georgian architecture.
From here, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over the confluence of the
Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers.
⛪ Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
Built in the 11th century on the site of Georgia’s first church, this cathedral
is one of the most sacred religious sites in the country. It houses the tombs
of Georgian kings and is associated with the legend of Christ’s robe. It is the
second-largest church in Georgia after the Holy Trinity Cathedral in Tbilisi.
⛪ Samtavro Monastery
Located within walking distance from Svetitskhoveli, this monastery complex
includes a 4th-century small church where St. Nino is believed to have prayed,
and an 11th-century larger church containing the graves of King Mirian and
Queen Nana, who adopted Christianity in Georgia.
15:30 – 16:00 PM – Drop-off
After the tour, transfer back to your hotel in Tbilisi.
Trip includes
Included
Professional guide
Guiding Method
Fully guided
EnglishEntrance fees
All taxes
Comfortable walking shoes recommended
Modest dress required for church visits
Suitable for families and seniors
Operates year-round
Moderate walking required
Excluded
Lunch
Vegetarian
Halal
MeatTravel Incurance
All Tour Transportations
Guide/driver gratuity (optional)
Tips
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