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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

“Our guide Tota was exceptional. Very knowledgeable about History, Architecture, Religion. It was a long day from Tbilisi but absolutely worth it. The highlight for me was the Stalin Museum and Jvari Monastery. The tour was unrushed and we had a lovely meal in Gori…”

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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

“All the sights were amazing, and it wasnt too long on the bus. I opted for free time in Gori (went to the fortress) instead of the set lunch. Those that went to the lunch said it was delicious and plentiful! The guide Shoti did…”

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3.Tbilisi: Mtskheta Jvari Bazaar, Chronicles of Georgia & Wine

Discover Georgia’s treasures on this half-day tour visiting Jvari Monastery, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, and the Chronicles of Georgia with wine tasting.

★ 5.0

“The tour was an interesting one, group members were pleasant and engaging, and our guide Kuna was nice and knowledgable about the locations we've visited. Recommended!”

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4.Tbilisi:Mtskheta,Jvari,Bazaar,wine tasting,Chronicles of Georgia

Discover Georgia’s highlights on this budget-friendly half-day tour, exploring UNESCO sites, tasting wines, and enjoying stunning views with knowledgeable guides.

★ 5.0

“George was a great guide. The tour is informative and the monument is amazing with beautiful views. There is time for shopping and a bit to eat. The van is comfortable and the locations are close enough to town to make for a relaxing day.…”

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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

“We really enjoyed it. Tamara our guide was excellent. WeIl-informed, friendly and helpful, she went out of her way to make sure we had a good time. She answered all our questions and allowed flexibility.”

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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

“Perfect day trip from Tbilisi. We saw a great range of sights and we especially enjoyed Uplistsikhe. Irakli was a great guide.”

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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

“Uflistsikhe is an amazing place. Very scenic. A must visit on your Tbilisi itinerary. The guide could have been better ... Actually guide was very short on explaination in English, but I guess Russian was ok)”

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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

“After six years, we finally get the opportunity to return to Georgia. Our recent journey to Georgia has increased our appreciation for the country's beauty. Karlo, our tour guide, demonstrated exceptional responsiveness and punctuality, as well as extensive knowledge of the historical sites we visited.We…”

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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

“It was an excellent half day tour trip. Khatuna is a tour guide with a lot of history knowledge about Georgia. She explained everything and made our trip fun! If you are looking for a positive, knowledgable person to guide you to Georgia look no…”

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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

“It was an excellent tour. Our guide was a young, bilingual, and friendly person. His knowledge of the places and sites was rich. He was efficient in everything: translation, giving instructions, and time management. My husband and I got a good understanding of Tbilisi and…”

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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

“Interestingly for me the most memorable part of the tour was the Stalin museum in Gori city. It surprised me that it affected me as well emotionally and thought provoking way too. I felt that the cave visit was rash though and to be honest…”

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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