Mtskheta deep history tour: ancient sites & sacred monasteries

Tbilisi, Georgia

10 to 12 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

What's Included

Professional guide
Bottled water
Private transportation
Entrance fee - Entrance fee
Air-conditioned vehicle

Lunch
Gratuities
Booster seat

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

To ensure a smooth start to your deep-history journey, please provide your full hotel or apartment address, including the street name and building number, at the time of booking. Door-to-Door Service: We offer complimentary pickup from any central location in Tbilisi or Mtskheta. Stay Connected: For your convenience and peace of mind, we are available on WhatsApp at +995 599 044 390. Please feel free to message us if you have any last-minute location changes or questions. Identification: Your guide will arrive in a comfortable, climate-controlled vehicle and will contact you via WhatsApp or the hotel reception upon arrival.

Itinerary

Jvari Monastery

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Svetitskhoveli Cathedral

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Samtavro Church

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The City-Museum Reserve of Mtskheta

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Shio-Mgvime Monastery

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bebris Tsikhe Fortress

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Zedazeni Monastery

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infant seats available
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Near public transportation
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Archaeological sites like the Armazi Fortress and the paths around Shio-Mgvime involve walking on original stone, gravel, and unpaved dirt trails.
Reaching certain viewpoints at Zedazeni and the ruins of Armazi requires walking on steeper, unlevel ground.

Please note that access to certain sacred sites may be restricted without prior notice due to religious holidays, special liturgical services, or local events beyond our control.
Please note that our route may be adjusted on the day to account for local weather conditions or traffic, ensuring you have the most comfortable and seamless experience possible.
Please note that this is a comprehensive, fixed-price private experience; therefore, no partial refunds can be provided should you choose to skip any specific sites or shorten the duration of the itinerary.
This journey focuses on active Orthodox Christian sites. These are places of worship, not entertainment. We ask all guests to maintain a quiet and respectful demeanor.
Photography is strictly prohibited inside the churches and in certain areas of the monasteries to respect the privacy of the clergy and the sanctity of the service.
Summer Comfort: While Mtskheta is often hot, the mountain monasteries like Zedazeni can be surprisingly cool and breezy; we recommend carrying a light jacket even on sunny days.
Winter & Shoulder Seasons: Expect strong, sharp winds at Jvari and Zedazeni; a windproof coat, warm hat, and gloves are essential for your comfort.
We suggest wearing comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes with good grip and bringing a light jacket, as the mountain air at Zedazeni can be cooler than in the valley.
We suggest wearing comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes with good grip and bringing a light jacket, as the mountain air at Zedazeni can be cooler than in the valley.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate