Mtskheta and Uplistsikhe: Historic Exploration of Pre-Christian and Medieval Georgia

Embark on a historic exploration of pre-Christian and medieval Georgia in one day. Visit Uplistsikhe and Mtskheta to trace the country’s journey from the ancient world to the era of early Christianity and the Middle Ages.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Jvari Church - Our walk begins A. Pushkin, M. Lermontov, P. Tchaikovsky, A. Dumas-father, L. Tolstoy and many others. Turning off the path, you will pass through the places where the events described by Lermontov in the famous poem “Mtsyri” developed, and go up to the Jvari temple of the VI century - from here you will see an enchanting view of…
What's Included
  • Comfortable service
  • Guide service
What's Not Included
  • Dinner
  • Uplistsikhi ticket is 17 GEL. Stalin Museum 17 GEL
Additional Information

In just one day, visitors can explore two remarkable sites in the region: Uplistsikhe, an essential glimpse into Georgia’s ancient, pre-Christian world, and Mtskheta, crucial for understanding the early Christian and medieval periods. As you tour these cities, you will visually follow Georgia’s journey from the early Bronze Age to the adoption of Christianity.

Location
3 Wine Rise
Wine Rise
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Y1751tdannal
May 14, 2026
Good choice made ✔️ - Well thought out tour, the first three locations are unimaginably beautiful! We really enjoyed it, suitable for all those who want to hook up many beautiful sights in one day 🩵
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J6366rksarah
May 12, 2026
A trip to the ancient city of caves and lots more! - A really good day with lots of interesting places to visit and an informative and friendly guide. Thank you, I would highly recommend!
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D2606odchristinac
May 12, 2026
Great day trip. Highly recommend. - This was an interesting and full day of wonderful sites. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable. Very happy with the whole experience.
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_x4872dz
May 8, 2026
Thank you so much for the tour! - We went to Kazbegi with Katie, we loved it all 🥰. The tour was very interesting and memorable. We came for the first time and we'll always remember our little trip!
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B2290kf_
May 4, 2026
Mtskheta, Uplistsikhe and Gori in one day! - Had a great day with tour guide Paata! Visited the oldest Orthodox church in Mtskheta, the cave town in Uliscikh and the amazing ancient defensive fortress on the mountain in Gori! Thanks to Paata, we have learned many new and interesting things! It was also time to take a walk around the local fair, buy spices, churchelas, wines. We had lunch at a restaurant with delicious local dishes! The tour was very informative and rich! Thank you, Paata!
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438iliyaa
May 4, 2026
A journey through eras: from antiquity to Soviet times - We were recently on a tour with Paat's guide - and it was a real journey through the eras. The route is structured so that you literally go from antiquity through the Middle Ages and gradually find yourself in the realities of the Soviet past. It's really cool how Paata connects different historical periods into one coherent story - without dry facts, but with living details, legends and unexpected twists. Separately, I would like to note that the tour took place in a mixed group, and Paata led it equally easily and interestingly in both languages - Russian and English - without leaving anyone behind. Travelled by comfortable minibus for about 15 people, which made the trip convenient and allowed to see more places without rush. We visited Jwari, Gori, Uplistsikhe and Mtskheta - and thanks to Paata's stories, these places are revealed as a single historical line, where each era logically flows to the next. Particularly liked that the tour is not overloaded with dates, but more about understanding context and feeling time - history really comes alive. Paata is a charismatic and attentive guide who can adjust to the interests of the group and answers any questions. Definitely one of those excursions, after which you take a different look at the history of the region. I recommend it!
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Abdulrahmank906
Apr 24, 2026
Best travelling - Fantastic tour with guide katty 🇸🇦🇬🇪🌹🙏
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Steffie_lim
Apr 13, 2026
A meaningful and educational trip to learn some history about Georgia - Joined the full day group tour in January 2026 with group size of approximately 20 people. The tour guide is patient, hospitable and knowledgeable. The visit to the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral is particularly memorable.
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O4822wxdanam
Mar 29, 2026
Wonderful. - Interesting tour, the guide told everything well, the only one, Stalin Museum got a very long time and therefore there is not enough time left for the caves, and therefore not everyone had time to explore. The café where we had lunch was delicious.
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Andiniedet
May 14, 2026
Day tour from/to Tbilisi. - A fantastic day tour that was completely rich with the places visited. There was also enough time to rest in between. The vehicle was comfortable. The driver was professional. The guide conveyed his extensive knowledge clearly and demonstrated a lot of patience. Thank you very much. 05/14/26
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).