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15 Best Mtskheta & Uplistsikhe Tours

The history day trips: Georgia’s old capital at the river junction, the Jvari viewpoint above it and Uplistsikhe’s cave city carved before Rome existed. Gori’s Stalin museum adds the controversial chapter.

1.Tbilisi: Mtskheta, Jvari, Gori and Uplistsikhe Day Tour

Explore Georgia’s highlights on a full-day tour visiting Uplistsikhe, Gori, Jvari Monastery, and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral with expert guides.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“Everything was very great through our ther trip. Our guide Gabriel kept telling us all about the history and importance of different places like cave city of uplistsikhe, Svetitskhoveli Cathedra, Jvari etc”

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2.Day Trip to Mtskheta Gori and Uplistsikhe

Discover Georgia's highlights on this full-day guided tour from Tbilisi, visiting UNESCO sites, cave towns, and Gori, with expert guides and cultural insights.

★ 5.0

“Was a really educational tour and Nina our guide was very knowledgeable in Georgian history. Learning a lot of history and loved the cave town and Stalin museum. The lunch (paid separately) was really good. Overall a well worth tour.”

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5.From Tbilisi : Mtskheta, Jvari, Gori & Uplistsikhe Day Trip

Discover Georgia’s highlights with this full-day guided trip from Tbilisi to Mtskheta, Jvari, Gori, and Uplistsikhe, blending history, culture, and scenic views.

★ 4.8

“I really loved the tour. Our guide Misha. He was very nice and knowledgeable. Place for lunch was good, I enjoyed the food. Thank you very much 💕”

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7.From Tbilisi: Chronicles of Georgia, Jvari & Mtskheta Tour

Discover Georgia's UNESCO sites like Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral on a 5-hour guided tour from Tbilisi that blends history, scenery, and culture.

★ 5.0

“We had tour with George who was very knowledgeable about Georgian history and the places we visited, and he was also extremely kind and helpful. I recommend this tour.”

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8.From Tbilisi: Mtskheta, Jvari, Gori & Uplistsikhe Cave Tour

Discover Georgia’s highlights in a full-day trip from Tbilisi. Visit Mtskheta, Jvari, Gori, and Uplistsikhe with expert guides, stunning views, and rich history.

★ 4.7

“Tamara was a great guide. Very informative and very nice to our two children. Timing was perfect at each of the sights. There was mass on in Mtskheta when we arrived first and we weren't allowed in by the priests so Tamara and the driver…”

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10.Mtskheta-Gori-Uplistsikhe

Explore Georgia’s highlights on a full-day private tour visiting Jvari Monastery, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Gori, and Uplistsikhe with expert guides and stunning views.

★ 5.0

“This trio city/location trip is a must when in Georgia. And it was made perfect by our guide-driver Tariel. The kids (6 and 13) had a wonderful time. What I loved the most is it didn’t feel rushed. We took our time exploring and taking…”

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

Discover Georgia’s history and landscapes on this full-day group tour visiting Mtskheta, Jvari, Gori, and Uplistsikhe from Tbilisi for just $22.

★ 4.5

“They pick up me the liberty Square so need wait little bit. After we go with full bus of good people. we go first the top of the hill to Jvari Monastery After we gori the stalin museum. Honestly i not understand this museum okay…”

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12.Mtskheta-Jvari-Uplistsike-Chronicle of Georgia, PRIVATE Trip

Explore Georgia's highlights with this private tour visiting Jvari, Uplistsikhe, Gori, Stalin Museum, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, and the Chronicle of Georgia.

★ 5.0

“Our driver and guide, Nika, was excellent. This is a great way to see the sites nearby Tbilisi and learn more about the country. Having a private tour allowed us to go at our own pace. We really enjoyed the caves but everything on this…”

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13.Mtskheta: Ancient Capital of Georgia Half-Day Tour

Discover the charm of Georgia's ancient capital on a half-day tour visiting Svetitskhoveli, Jvari Monastery, and more—perfect for history buffs and culture seekers.

★ 4.9

“We had a fantastic time on the Mtskheta tour with Guram in Tbilisi! Guram was an amazing guide, full of interesting stories and insights about the area. His enthusiasm made the tour really engaging, and he went out of his way to make sure everyone…”

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

Discover Tbilisi and Mtskheta on this comprehensive hop-on hop-off bus tour. Enjoy professional guides, scenic stops, and authentic Georgian sights for $40.60.

★ 4.5

“The best tour of Tbilisi, Jvari and Mtskheta one can ever have! I strongly it, not because of its great price, but because of the fantastic tour guide that we had! Super knowledgeable and very friendly! We ended the tour with huge smiles on our…”

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

Discover Georgia’s ancient cave town of Uplistsikhe, the Gori Stalin Museum, and the grand Chronicles of Georgia monument in this 8-hour guided tour from Tbilisi.

★ 5.0

“We booked this tour as it offered both the Stalin museum and Borjomi, which we wanted to see. Unfortunately we were a bit disappointed by the tour, especially compared to other ones we took with different companies here in Georgia. Our guide Levani was nice,…”

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More Mtskheta & Uplistsikhe Tours

4.7From Tbilisi: Half day tour, Mtskheta, Jvari & Samtavro4 hours$15 4.5Ancient Georgia Group Tour: Mtskheta,Jvari, Gori, Uplistsikhe9 to 10 hours (approx.)$24.00 5.0Ancient Mtskheta and Chronicle of Georgia half day tour3 to 5 hours (approx.)$65.00 5.0Private Day Trip to Gudauri and Kazbegi from Tbilisi via Jvari and Mtskheta10 hours (approx.)$114.00 5.0Mtskheta-Jvari + Gori-Uflistsikhe Tour8 hours (approx.)$54.07 5.0From Tbilisi: Sabaduri, Bears, Jvari & Chronicle of Georgia4 - 5 hours$27 4.6Mtskheta, Ananuri, Gudauri and Kazbegi Tour from Tbilisi11 hours$80 5.0UNESCO Gems of Mtskheta – Old Capital of Georgia3 hours (approx.)$89.00 5.0Mtskheta – Jvari Private Tour + Chronicles of Georgia4 hours (approx.)$30.04 4.4Mtskheta: Day Tour to Oldest City in Georgia4 hours$41 4.5Mtskheta, Ananuri, Gudauri and Kazbegi Full Day Tour from Tbilisi11 to 12 hours (approx.)$90.00 5.0Private 4 days Food & Wine and Sightseeing tour to Kakheti, Kazbegi, Mtskheta.4 days (approx.)$10.00 4.8Mtskheta-Jvari, Gori and Uplistsikhe from Tbilisi10 hours$9 5.0Mtskheta – Gori – Uplistsikhe caves Private tour8 hours (approx.)$90.00 4.5Mtskheta – Jvari – Samtavro, the cradle of Georgian Christianity. (group tours)5 hours (approx.)$20.00 5.0Family Half-Day Tour: Sabaduri, Georgian Chronicles, & Jvari5 hours (approx.)$17.95 4.5Full Day Tour of Tbilisi and Mtskheta7 hours 40 minutes (approx.)$158.00 5.0Mtskheta, Gori & Uplistsikhe Private Day Tour from Tbilisi7 to 9 hours (approx.)$90.00 5.0Private Tour to Mtskheta Stalin Museum Uplistsikhe Caves8 to 12 hours (approx.)$110.00 5.0Private Full-Day Tour to Mtskheta and Kazbegi(stepantsminda) from Tbilisi9 to 30 minutes (approx.)$140.00 4.9From Tbilisi: Mtskheta, Uplistsikhe, Gori Day Trip8.5 - 11 hours$152 5.0Mtskheta,Jvari,Gori,Uplistikhe(private tour)$125.00 5.0Mtskheta Gori Uplistsikhe Day-Trip from Tbilisi10 hours$110 4.3From Tbilisi: Mtskheta and Jvari Monastery Guided Tour4 hours$15