Category Mtskheta & Jvari UNESCO Trips

Tbilisi · MTSKHETA & JVARI UNESCO TRIPS

The 15 Best Mtskheta & Jvari Day Trips from Tbilisi

18 reviewed

Georgia’s first Christian capital sits half an hour from Tbilisi. These Mtskheta and Jvari trips take in Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and the hilltop monastery above the two rivers — which pair in Gori and the Uplistsikhe caves, how long each takes, and what they cost, so you can go deep or keep it short.

Day Trip to Mtskheta Gori and Uplistsikhe

Day Trip to Mtskheta Gori and Uplistsikhe - Gori lunch and the Stalin Museum option: choose your pacing

1.Day Trip to Mtskheta Gori and Uplistsikhe

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

Tbilisi day trip to rock-cut Uplistsikhe, UNESCO Mtskheta sights, and Gori, with optional lunch and Stalin Museum visits.

“I love the cave city! It’s so unique and it’s the first time I saw something like this in my life. The church and the monastery were visited were also breathtaking. Shout out to the tour guide Tako. She speaks fluent English and is very passionate about her job. I understand more about the history of Georgia after this tour. The bus ride is also very comfortable. Huge thumbs up.”

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

Tbilisi:Mtskheta,Jvari,Bazaar,wine tasting,Chronicles of Georgia - The Tour Experience: Great Guides, Group Pace, and Photo Timing

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

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

Half-day tour from Tbilisi to Mtskheta: Jvari and Svetitskhoveli UNESCO sites, Chronicles of Georgia, plus optional wine tastings.

“The tour was super nice and entertaining, time passed very fast and it was very interesting. We were on the tour with Toko duo, both of them were great! Toko the driver did a great job, we were always on time but never racing, he drove very safely and Toko our tour guide was super charming with a happy and joyful personality, very knowledgable and you could always ask him if you had any kind of question - even if it was something which was not necessarily related to the tour. He really wanted to make us feel comfortable and have a great time. Would definitely recommend a tour with…”

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Mtskheta-Gori-Uplistsikhe

Mtskheta-Gori-Uplistsikhe - Jvari Monastery: the mountain-top viewpoint with UNESCO cachet

3.Mtskheta-Gori-Uplistsikhe

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

Private Mtskheta–Gori–Uplistsikhe day trip from Tbilisi with UNESCO churches, Stalin stops, cave-town views, plus optional upgrades.

“I can see why this is so well-rated on aviator. It’s an excellent day out and our guide, George, was informative and friendly and a pleasure to spend a day in the company of. Excellent communication and organisation from Makho at HQ too. I would heartily recommend.”

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

Mtskheta, Jvari, gori, uflistsikhe, history and panorama (group tours) - Svetitskhoveli Cathedral: where Georgian Orthodox tradition feels personal

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

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

A 9-hour guided day trip from Tbilisi to Jvari, Mtskheta, Uplistsikhe caves, and Gori, mixing faith history and big views.

“We had a great experience with Gorge! From the beautiful nature in Jvari to the historical story of the caves in Uflistsikhe! And, of course, we finished the tour with wine tasting and exploring the beautiful old city of Mtskheta. We highly recommend it!”

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

Mtskheta-Jvari-Uplistsike-Chronicle of Georgia, PRIVATE Trip - Uplistsikhe Cave Town: Pagan Rock-Cut City With an Extra Ticket

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

Tbilisi - Mtskheta - Jvari. Full City Tour on Hop On Hop Off Bus - Freedom Square to Baratashvili Street: where the city feels historic

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

Ancient Georgia Group Tour: Mtskheta,Jvari, Gori, Uplistsikhe - Start smart at 9:00 am: meeting point, pacing, and how the timing works

Ancient Mtskheta and Chronicle of Georgia half day tour

Ancient Mtskheta and Chronicle of Georgia half day tour - Where You Start at Europe Square and How Pickup Fits In

8.Ancient Mtskheta and Chronicle of Georgia half day tour

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

Half-day tour from Tbilisi to Mtskheta’s UNESCO churches and the Chronicle of Georgia monument, with great views and free entry stops.

“We had such a good time on our tour of Mtskheta and the Chronicles of Georgia with our excellent guide Tamar, and our driver Roma. They picked us up from a very convenient location, arrived early, and were super friendly. The transport was very comfortable and included water as promised. Tamar was super knowledgeable, and even went out of her way to find answers to the questions we asked her (about the engravings on the cross in Jvari, for example). She gave us some great restaurant recommendations in Tbilisi, and provided the perfect mix of historical and cultural information, even taking us to a local marketplace to try traditional Georgian…”

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

Private Day Trip to Gudauri and Kazbegi from Tbilisi via Jvari and Mtskheta - Jvari Monastery: a quick stop with a big payoff

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

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

Private day trip from Tbilisi covering Mtskheta, Jvari, Ananuri, Gudauri, and Kazbegi, with a mountain-road drive and Trinity Monastery visit.

“Me and my wife visited Georgia during the Eid holidays in Dubai and what an amazing experience it was thanks to Traffic Travel led by Mr. Tsotne.. He and his team organized two separate tours for us and both were incredibly amazing.. The trip started with an airport pickup which I requested from Tsotne and he arrived at the airport before time to pick us up.. from the beginning I was amazed at not only his knowledge of Georgian culture and history but about things happening outside Georgia as well.. Its super fun to have insightful conversations with him.. On the way to the hotel he gave us a lot…”

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Mtskheta – Jvari + Gori – Uplistsikhe Tour

Mtskheta - Jvari + Gori - Uplistsikhe Tour - Jvari Church: The Cross Above Aragvi and Kura

10.Mtskheta – Jvari + Gori – Uplistsikhe Tour

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

Private 8-hour tour from Tbilisi to Jvari, Mtskheta, Gori and Uplistsikhe with hotel pickup, driver-guide, and in-car Wi‑Fi.

“While the weather was very windy and not optimum for touring, George made a very enjoyable experience. Was very nice to our son and overall quite nice to interact with.”

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UNESCO Gems of Mtskheta – Old Capital of Georgia

UNESCO Gems of Mtskheta - Old Capital of Georgia - Svetitskhoveli Cathedral: coronations, burials, and a revered spot under the nave

11.UNESCO Gems of Mtskheta – Old Capital of Georgia

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

A short, private UNESCO circuit in Mtskheta: Jvari, Svetitskhoveli, a market stop, and Samtavro, with door-to-door pickup from Tbilisi.

“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

Mtskheta - Jvari Private Tour + Chronicles of Georgia - Jvari Church: The Cross Church With Big River Views

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

Mtskheta, Ananuri, Gudauri and Kazbegi Full Day Tour from Tbilisi - Stop 2: Jvari Monastery and the confluence viewpoint

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

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

Full day from Tbilisi to Mtskheta, Ananuri and Kazbegi with air-conditioned transport, an English-speaking guide, and classic mountain views.

“Our Tour guide was David. He is very patient, sweet and one of the most genuine people we met in Georgia. He helped in exploring all the best places and explained to us everything very calmly. I highly recommend him to any visitor coming to Georgia. Just book a tour with him and you’ll surely make a great friend by the end of your trip.”

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

Private 4 days Food & Wine and Sightseeing tour to Kakheti, Kazbegi, Mtskheta. - Kakheti Day 1: David Gareja, Bodbe Monastery, and Sighnaghi wine evening

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

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

Private 4-day Georgia food and wine tour: Kakheti monasteries, Khareba tunnel tastings, Kazbegi sights, and UNESCO Mtskheta.

“tour to Khareba winery with wine tasting, bread & churchkhela making is interesting and worth trying. Kakheti is beautiful with awesome views and food. Gremi and alaverdi churches have nice architecture.”

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Mtskheta – Gori – Uplistsikhe caves • Private tour

Mtskheta - Gori - Uplistsikhe caves • Private tour - Mtskheta old town: short walk, useful stops, easy browsing