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The 15 Best Mtskheta Tours from Tbilisi

58 tours  ·  from $10

The old capital sits half an hour up the motorway where two rivers meet, and most trips pair it with Gori or Uplistsikhe. These 15 sort the half days from the full ones, with prices and what each one actually gets inside.

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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Tbilisi:Mtskheta,Jvari,Bazaar,wine tasting,Chronicles of Georgia - Guides, transport, and the group atmosphere
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Tbilisi:Mtskheta,Jvari,Bazaar,wine tasting,Chronicles of Georgia

2.Mtskheta,Jvari,Bazaar,wine tasting,Chronicles of Georgia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 730 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $20

This five-hour group tour links Jvari Monastery, Mtskheta’s Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, a possible wine, churchkela, and sweets tasting, and the Chronicles of Georgia. You travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with guides such as Freddy, Tanu, Toko, or George. Meet at Rose Revolution Square and return there around 2:00 pm.

“The Chronicles of Georgia is a very interesting and informative tour. I highly recommend it to tourists. Our guide Freddy, who is very enthusiastic, energetic and engaging made our tour very enjoyable. Thank you Freddy!”

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

3.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)

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

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

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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Mtskheta-Jvari-Uplistsike-Chronicle of Georgia, PRIVATE Trip - Uplistsikhe, Georgia’s ancient cave town
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Mtskheta-Jvari-Uplistsike-Chronicle of Georgia, PRIVATE Trip

5.Jvari-Uplistsike-Chronicle of Georgia, PRIVATE Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 105 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $68

Travel by private vehicle from Tbilisi with an English-speaking guide to Jvari Monastery, Mtskheta, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Uplistsikhe, Gori, and the Chronicles of Georgia. Guides such as Karlo, Nika, George, Racho, Gary, and Niko are praised for adjusting the day to your pace, interests, and mobility needs.

“Davit was an excellent driver and very knowledgeable guide. He made it a very memorable day. Amazing experience!”

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Tbilisi - Mtskheta - Jvari. Full City Tour on Hop On Hop Off Bus - Marjanishvili Square and Baratashvili Street
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Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Jvari. Full City Tour on Hop On Hop Off Bus

6.Mtskheta – Jvari. Full City Tour on Hop On Hop Off Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 91 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $40

This six-hour Tbilisi tour combines a city circuit with visits to Sameba Cathedral, Jvari Monastery, and Mtskheta. You ride an air-conditioned bus, hear recorded English and Russian commentary, and meet a live guide at the stops. Guides such as Mike and Nadjia have been praised for clear bilingual explanations. Water is provided, though snacks may vary.

“The trip was very informative and the guide was very good. I would recommend this trip to visitors of Tbilisi.”

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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

7.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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Ancient Mtskheta and Chronicle of Georgia half day tour - Antioquia Church offers a smaller, older stop
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Ancient Mtskheta and Chronicle of Georgia half day tour

8.Ancient Mtskheta and Chronicle of Georgia half day tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $65

Travel from Tbilisi to Jvari Monastery, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Antioquia Church, and the Chronicle of Georgia. Expect a private car, bottled water, hotel pickup within Tbilisi, and a guide such as Aleksi, Khato, Khatuna, or Tamar. Allow three to five hours, plus walking at each site.

“This was a great way to spend the day! The tour guide was knowledgeable. The car and driver were nice. It was just what I wanted.”

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Private Day Trip to Gudauri and Kazbegi from Tbilisi via Jvari and Mtskheta - Jvari Monastery and the view over two rivers
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Private Day Trip to Gudauri and Kazbegi from Tbilisi via Jvari and Mtskheta

9.Private Day Trip to Gudauri and Kazbegi from Tbilisi via Jvari and Mtskheta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $114

Travel from Tbilisi to Mtskheta, Jvari, Ananuri, Gudauri, and Kazbegi in a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Expect a long but rewarding day of churches, fortress walls, mountain roads, and views toward Mount Kazbegi. Guides such as Tsotne, Oto, Kakha, and Vaska have been praised for safe driving, flexible stops, and clear storytelling.

“This tour is one of the best tours I have taken !! Our guide Kakha was amazing. He went out of the way to make us comfortable while keeping the tour informative, exciting and fun ! I highly recommend this tour. An awesome lunch in a very nice hotel in Kazbegi is also included !!”

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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

10.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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UNESCO Gems of Mtskheta - Old Capital of Georgia - Jvari Monastery: the view that puts Mtskheta in context
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UNESCO Gems of Mtskheta – Old Capital of Georgia

11.UNESCO Gems of Mtskheta – Old Capital of Georgia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Travel privately from Tbilisi to Mtskheta with door-to-door transport and visits to Jvari Monastery, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Samtavro Church, and the local market. English-speaking guides such as Luka, Catherine, and Lela can add stories and adjust the day to your interests. Check the itinerary before booking, since some tour details also mention Gori and Uplistsikhe.

“The tour of the UNESCO cities is impressive. The history and what you feel walking through their spaces, churches, and everything they once represented for the people of Georgia and the history of the world is fascinating. Moreover, if you add the knowledge and willingness of Luka, the guide, who shares and comments on the stories of the sites, there is nothing more to ask for. It's a long story for a powerful tour.”

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Mtskheta - Jvari Private Tour + Chronicles of Georgia - Jvari Church and the meeting of two rivers
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Mtskheta – Jvari Private Tour + Chronicles of Georgia

12.Jvari Private Tour + Chronicles of Georgia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $30

Join George of Georgia Tour Factory for a four-hour private trip from Tbilisi to Jvari Monastery, Mtskheta, and the Chronicles of Georgia. Expect hotel pickup, an air-conditioned car with Wi-Fi, clear history and cultural context, time to explore, and views over the Aragvi, Kura, and Tbilisi Lake.

“George picked us up on time from our hotel. He drove us to three UNESCO listed churches/monasteries and knew all about the history of them. He gave us a lovely tour of Mtskheta and I got to try wine ice cream! We also saw the old Soviet neighborhood and the Chronicles of Georgia monument. We also were treated to a city tour of Tbilisi upon our return. A wonderful day out.”

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Mtskheta, Ananuri, Gudauri and Kazbegi Full Day Tour from Tbilisi - Mtskheta and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
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Mtskheta, Ananuri, Gudauri and Kazbegi Full Day Tour from Tbilisi

13.Mtskheta, Ananuri, Gudauri and Kazbegi Full Day Tour from Tbilisi

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 25 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $90

Travel from Tbilisi into Georgia’s Caucasus on a private 11 to 12-hour tour with hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, and a driver-guide. Visit Mtskheta’s churches, Ananuri Fortress, the Friendship Monument, Pansheti’s mineral spring, and Gergeti Trinity Church. Guides including David, Wako, Giorgi, Sandro, and Vakho have led this route.

“This was a well executed and well planned. Our tour guide Wako was great who gave us great information, drove safe. We covered all the spots with ease and learnt about the history, culture, music along the way. Well priced! Would highly recommend them!”

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Private 4 days Food & Wine and Sightseeing tour to Kakheti, Kazbegi, Mtskheta. - Mtskheta closes the trip with two major churches
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Private 4 days Food & Wine and Sightseeing tour to Kakheti, Kazbegi, Mtskheta.

14.Private 4 days Food & Wine and Sightseeing tour to Kakheti, Kazbegi, Mtskheta.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 4 days (approx.) · from $10Best value

Travel privately from Tbilisi through Kakheti, Kazbegi, and Mtskheta with an English-speaking guide such as Levan. Expect wine tastings, Georgian meals, bread baking, a khinkali class, monasteries, mountain viewpoints, and pickup from your Tbilisi hotel, hostel, or apartment. The pace is full but varied.

“awesome tour to Kakheti with tastings, lunch, sightseeing, vineyard visits. try this tour for sure with this company”

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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

15.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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