Itinerary
- Jvari Church: The journey will start in Mtskheta Cross Monastery - Jvari - The monastery is located on a hill near Mtskheta, that opens up a breathtaking view of the ancient city and its natural beauty.
- Svetitskhoveli Cathedral: After marveling Jvari you’ll continue your road and visit - Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (11th century). Location was chosen precisely because of the legend that says that the robe of Jesus is buried in the place where the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral was built and it is considered one of the holiest places in Georgia.
- Stalin Museum: The Joseph Stalin Museum is a museum in Gori, Georgia 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.
- Uplistsiche Cave Town: Uplistsikhe, the cave town is situated 7 km southeast of Gori on the left bank of the River Mtkvari. The site still amazes the visitors by its dimensions, extraordinary position, refined forms and the beauty of the landscape. You will find huge echoing halls, long meandering corridor-streets, chambers for pagan worship and even the remains of Georgia's oldest theater there. You will be impressed by the skill, knowledge, experience and physical and spiritual power of all those, who created this unique monument.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Wine tasting (around 8 USD) Optional
- Joseph Stalin Museum (Optional, payment can be made by card or cash))
- Gratuities
- Uplistsikhe cave town (payment can be made by card or cash)
Details
In this one-day tour, you will visit Mtskheta – the ancient capital of Georgian kings. You will the amazing beauty of the architecture of such ancient monasteries as Jvari Church and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral. They are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Our tailor-made tour will continue to the ancient city of Uplistsikhe. Explore caves and rocky chambers once used for pagan worship in the medieval settlement.
You will also go to one of the oldest settlements in Georgia and end your journey in Gori. Here is the hometown of Joseph Stalin. Here you can visit the museum opened in his honour and learn the life story of one of the Soviet dictators.
Our tailor-made tour will continue to the ancient city of Uplistsikhe. Explore caves and rocky chambers once used for pagan worship in the medieval settlement.
You will also go to one of the oldest settlements in Georgia and end your journey in Gori. Here is the hometown of Joseph Stalin. Here you can visit the museum opened in his honour and learn the life story of one of the Soviet dictators.
Know Before You Go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Stalin museum reflects limited information about the life and crime of one of the biggest mass murderers.
- The cave city Uplistsikhe is a complex of caves, be prepared for uneven surfaces
