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The 15 Best Gori & Uplistsikhe Tours

26 tours  ·  from $19

A rock-cut town from the first millennium BC and the museum in the town where Stalin was born, usually sold as one day. These 15 differ on guide, entry tickets and whether Mtskheta is bolted on, all priced.

Day Trip to Mtskheta Gori and Uplistsikhe - Gori, lunch, and the Stalin question
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Day Trip to Mtskheta Gori and Uplistsikhe

1.Day Trip to Mtskheta Gori and Uplistsikhe

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,801 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $29Our pick

Travel from Tbilisi to the rock-cut town of Uplistsikhe, Stalin’s birthplace in Gori, and UNESCO-listed Mtskheta. Expect a full day with a professional English-speaking guide, comfortable transport, walking on uneven ground, and optional lunch. Guides such as Nini, Dimitri, Tako, and Tota have been praised for lively historical storytelling.

“If the road to Kazbegi happens to be closed, be prepared to lose the rest of your day in a boring ski resort, just looking for people skiing for hours. This is not publicly informed, and I would have never booked this tour if I knew about this.”

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Mtskheta-Gori-Uplistsikhe - Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Georgia’s former capital
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Mtskheta-Gori-Uplistsikhe

2.Gori-Uplistsikhe

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 112 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $90

Travel from Tbilisi in a private air-conditioned vehicle to Jvari Monastery, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Gori, and Uplistsikhe. Guides such as Makho, George, Temo, Tariel, and Irakli provide lively commentary on Georgian religion, politics, and culture. Add the Stalin Museum or a winery visit if requested.

“Great tour. George was a great tour guide - very knowledgeable and easy to get along with. The tour was really interesting and well-organised.”

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Mtskheta, Jvari, gori, uflistsikhe, history and panorama (group tours) - Mtskheta and the power of Svetitskhoveli
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Mtskheta, Jvari, gori, uflistsikhe, history and panorama (group tours)

3.Mtskheta, Jvari, gori, uflistsikhe, history and panorama (group tours)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 107 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $19Best value

Spend about nine hours outside Tbilisi visiting Jvari Monastery, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Uplistsikhe cave city, and possibly the Stalin Museum in Gori. English service is offered, with guides such as Luka, Paata, Tornike, and Emilia praised for clear explanations. Bring sturdy shoes and extra cash for entry fees and lunch.

“Well organised and interesting trip. Tornike was an excellent guide telling a lot of information in very easy way. He was also very helpful.”

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Day tour to Chronicles of Georgia, Gori city, Uplistsikhe cave - Transport, group size, and the real pace
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Day tour to Chronicles of Georgia, Gori city, Uplistsikhe cave

4.Day tour to Chronicles of Georgia, Gori city, Uplistsikhe cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $34

Travel from Tbilisi to Uplistsikhe’s ancient cave town, Gori’s Stalin Museum, and the monumental Chronicles of Georgia. The tour lasts about eight hours, includes bus transport, a professional guide, and live commentary. Admission fees are extra, and guide arrangements can vary, so confirm whether your departure is English-only or bilingual.

“This place is amazing! Must see! Never saw anything like this! Breathtaking views! Highly recommended!”

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Ancient Georgia Group Tour: Mtskheta,Jvari, Gori, Uplistsikhe - Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Mtskheta
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Ancient Georgia Group Tour: Mtskheta,Jvari, Gori, Uplistsikhe

5.Ancient Georgia Group Tour: Mtskheta,Jvari, Gori, Uplistsikhe

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 73 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $24

Spend 9 to 10 hours visiting Jvari Monastery, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Stalin’s birthplace museum, and the rock-cut town of Uplistsikhe. An English-speaking guide such as David, Natalia, Omar, or Tami leads the day in an air-conditioned vehicle for groups of up to 15. Bring lunch money, church-appropriate clothing, and sturdy shoes.

“I had a great outing! Tami our guide was awesome, always very attentive and answering all of our questions. The tour itself was very well put together, the chosen sights were very much memorable!”

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Mtskheta - Jvari + Gori - Uplistsikhe Tour - Jvari Monastery and the meeting of two rivers
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Mtskheta – Jvari + Gori – Uplistsikhe Tour

6.Jvari + Gori – Uplistsikhe Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $54

This private, 8-hour trip from Tbilisi visits Jvari Monastery, ancient Mtskheta, the Stalin Museum in Gori, and Uplistsikhe cave town. Guides such as Gogi, George, and Giorgi provide English commentary, drive you between sites, and can adjust the pace for your group. Hotel pickup, drop-off, WiFi, and air-conditioned transport are included.

“An excellent trip from start to finish. All the different destinations visited were enjoyable and interesting. All credit to Gogi, the tour guide. He was friendly, helpful and very informative. The history and cultural context of the different places was well explained. I particularly enjoyed Uflistsikhe, which although out of my comfort zone due to the hillside nature of the 'cave city', has to be experienced. Also Gori, due to its place as the birthplace of one of the most important and controversial persons of the twentieth century. I would certainly recommend this tour.”

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Mtskheta - Gori - Uplistsikhe caves • Private tour - Jvari Monastery and the meeting of two rivers
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Mtskheta – Gori – Uplistsikhe caves • Private tour

7.Gori – Uplistsikhe caves • Private tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $90

Spend about eight hours with a private guide visiting the Chronicles of Georgia, Jvari Monastery, Mtskheta, Gori’s Stalin Museum, and Uplistsikhe cave town. Hotel pickup, private transport, and bottled water are included. Guide Giorgi is noted for clear explanations and patience, while lunch and the Stalin Museum ticket cost extra.

“One trip not to be missed when in Tblisi, really amazing! Our guide, Giorgi, was very professional, patient and cultivated who was the best explaining nd always a mile ahead. Communication with Giga was fluent and quick. Totaly reccomended!”

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Mtskheta, Gori & Uplistsikhe Private Day Tour from Tbilisi - Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and the heart of Mtskheta
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Mtskheta, Gori & Uplistsikhe Private Day Tour from Tbilisi

8.Mtskheta, Gori & Uplistsikhe Private Day Tour from Tbilisi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $90

Travel by private car from Tbilisi with a driver-guide to Jvari, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Uplistsikhe Cave Town, and the Stalin Museum in Gori. The 7 to 9-hour outing costs $90 per person, with hotel pickup, fuel, and guide included. George, Gio, Levan, or another team member may lead the day.

“Amazing views and we took amazing pictures. George, our tour guide, was the best companion along this trip. We most recommend him. He made our trip so special and never hesitated to help with literally anything. We are now good friends☺️. He planned the best itinerary with the best places and these sites were amongst them. We will surely come back again we had the best time here❤️❤️”

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Private Tour to Mtskheta Stalin Museum Uplistsikhe Caves - Jvari Church and the view over Mtskheta
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Private Tour to Mtskheta Stalin Museum Uplistsikhe Caves

9.Private Tour to Mtskheta Stalin Museum Uplistsikhe Caves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 8 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $110

Travel by private vehicle from Tbilisi to Jvari, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Gori’s Stalin Museum, and the Uplistsikhe cave town. Guides such as Khatuna and Aleksi add local stories and can adjust the day, including replacing church visits with Tbilisi’s Soviet-era Horizontal Skyscrapers. Expect 8 to 12 hours, uneven ground, and two optional entrance fees.

“We really enjoyed the day with Aleksi: perfect organisation, great mood, lots of stuff to tell about the places we visited and to all our questions about Georgia, Tbilisi and Georgian everyday life. Thanks again!”

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Mtskheta,Jvari,Gori,Uplistikhe(private tour) - Gori, local food and a difficult historical figure
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Mtskheta,Jvari,Gori,Uplistikhe(private tour)

10.Mtskheta,Jvari,Gori,Uplistikhe(private tour)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $125

You’ll visit Georgia’s ancient cave town of Uplistsikhe, Gori and its optional Stalin Museum, then the hilltop Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Mtskheta. A private English-speaking guide, air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water, and hotel pickup are included. Lunch and entrance fees cost extra.

“A great experience, but be warned - the listing is not accurate as far as lunch is concerned. The Viator listing literally says: "Arrive lunch in Local family in Gori. Unique possibility to feel as native. Visit a local family and Enjoy homemade, traditional, delicious dishes.”

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Mtskheta - Jvari + Gori - Uplistsikhe Private Day Tour - Jvari Monastery and the meeting of two rivers
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Mtskheta – Jvari + Gori – Uplistsikhe Private Day Tour

11.Jvari + Gori – Uplistsikhe Private Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $57

Travel privately from Tbilisi to Jvari Monastery, ancient Mtskheta, Gori, and Uplistsikhe Cave Town. Guides George and Gogi speak English and provide hotel pickup, private transport, and WiFi. The $57.80 price excludes $10 for the Stalin Museum and Uplistsikhe entrance fees.

“It was a special tour through the history of Georgia, with a very competent and attentive guide. The tour was carried out with a car and among the new tourist attractions we could also see part of this wonderful country. I recommend it.”

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Four Historical Places: Mtskheta-Gori-Uplistsikhe-Jvari Monastery- Private Tour - Jvari Monastery and the meeting of two rivers
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Four Historical Places: Mtskheta-Gori-Uplistsikhe-Jvari Monastery- Private Tour

12.Four Historical Places: Mtskheta-Gori-Uplistsikhe-Jvari Monastery- Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $113

Travel from Tbilisi with a private driver-guide, including Levan, in a clean air-conditioned petrol car. Visit Jvari Monastery, Gori and the optional Stalin Museum, Uplistsikhe cave town, and Mtskheta’s Svetitskhoveli Cathedral. Hotel pickup, fuel, guiding, and Uplistsikhe admission are included.

“Booked a Tour with Levan for the Old Town. The Driver Levan was prompt on time and very friendly. I was travelling with my Family of 2 children ans spouse and the Mini Van was clean comfortable and spacious. The guided commentary by LeRead more”

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Day Tour to Mtskheta, Gori (Stalin museum) and Uplistsikhe - Mtskheta, Georgia’s old royal center
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Day Tour to Mtskheta, Gori (Stalin museum) and Uplistsikhe

13.Day Tour to Mtskheta, Gori (Stalin museum) and Uplistsikhe

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $95

Travel from Tbilisi with a private driver in an air-conditioned vehicle, stopping at ancient Mtskheta, Gori’s Stalin Museum, Gori Fortress, and Uplistsikhe Cave Town. Drivers such as Giorgi are praised for flexible stops and useful local advice, but confirm whether your driver will guide you inside each site.

“Best...day...ever! Three amazing stops and a "bonus" unplanned stop that was special. Driver was super knowledgeable. Perfect”

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Mtskheta, Gori, Uplistsikhe Guided Tour - Jvari Church and the river view
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Mtskheta, Gori, Uplistsikhe Guided Tour

14.Mtskheta, Gori, Uplistsikhe Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $19

Start in Tbilisi at 8:45 am for a 9 to 10-hour English-language tour through Georgia’s spiritual and political past. See Jvari Church, Mtskheta, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Uplistsikhe cave town, and Stalin’s birthplace in Gori. Guides such as Jimmy and Russalina bring strong local insight, while lunch and entrance fees cost extra.

“Jimmy was the best guide! He really represented Georgia well. It was a very entertaining tour. Can definitly recommend joining this tour. The biggest negative point is the choice of restaurant. You get driven to a mediocore restaurant with high prices. Georgian Cuisine is great and there are a lot of nice restaurants. However, this one does unfortunately not represent that at all.”

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Sacred Sites and Ancient Wonders: Jvari, Mtskheta and Uplistsikhe - Mtskheta and the sacred heart of Georgia
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Sacred Sites and Ancient Wonders: Jvari, Mtskheta and Uplistsikhe

15.Sacred Sites and Ancient Wonders: Jvari, Mtskheta and Uplistsikhe

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $100

Travel from Tbilisi by private vehicle to Jvari Monastery, Mtskheta’s Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Gori’s Stalin Museum, and Uplistsikhe Cave Town. Guides such as Irakli and Davit have led this route, adding stories and helping shape the day when plans change. Tickets for the Stalin Museum and Uplistsikhe cost extra.

“In spite of Covid, I decided to visit Georgia, I choose this tour, because of its duration and wanted to be near Tbilisi. My guide Irakli was absolutely great man, we had pleasant communication during the day, he told me a lot of stories about thRead more”

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