Mtskheta Day Tour – Explore Georgia’s Spiritual Heart

Duration: 7 hours (12:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
Departure: Tbilisi (hotel or central meeting point)
Language: English / Russian
Group Size: Small groups (max 15–20)
Transportation: Private car or van

🌟 Tour Highlights

• Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites

• Experience centuries-old Georgian spirituality and architecture

• Discover breathtaking mountain and river landscapes

• Enjoy a peaceful lunch in a charming local restaurant

• Guided tour with historical insights and hidden stories

📌 Itinerary

🕛 12:00 PM – Departure from Tbilisi

Meet your guide at your hotel or designated meeting point. Short metro ride to Avlabari, followed by a scenic 30-minute drive to Mtskheta.

🏞️ 1. Jvari Monastery (Duration: 30 minutes)

Perched on a hilltop above the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers, this 6th-century monastery offers stunning panoramic views and is one of Georgia’s most iconic landmarks.

⛪ 2. Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (Duration: 1 hour)

Just a 15-minute drive from Jvari. This 11th-century cathedral is Georgia’s spiritual center and believed to be the burial site of Christ’s robe (the “Living Pillar”). Admire its architecture and sacred atmosphere.

🕍 3. Samtavro Monastery (Duration: 30–45 minutes)

A short 10-minute walk from Svetitskhoveli. Visit the monastery where Saint Gabriel of Georgia is buried and view a rich collection of religious relics and icons.

🍽️ 4. Lunch in Mtskheta (Duration: 1 hour)

Enjoy traditional Georgian cuisine at a local restaurant in the historic town center (lunch not included in the tour price).

🏞️ 5. Shio-Mgvime Monastery (Duration: 1 hour)

A peaceful 15-kilometer drive through nature brings you to a stunning monastic complex founded in the 6th century. Set in a rocky gorge by the Ktsia River, this hidden gem is perfect for quiet reflection and photography.

🕖 7:00 PM – Return to Tbilisi

Arrive back in Tbilisi with beautiful memories and photos of Georgia’s most sacred places.

✅ What’s Included

• Professional guide

• Comfortable transportation

• Bottled water

❌ Not Included

• Lunch

• Entrance fees (if any)

💡 Why Take This Tour?

This tour is perfect for travelers interested in Georgian history, religion, and scenic landscapes — all in one day. You’ll explore sacred sites, hear centuries-old legends, and see where Georgian spirituality was born.