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Overview

1 day

Explore Tbilisi’s Old Town, Narikala Fortress, Mother of Georgia, then continue to Mtskheta to visit Old Town, Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral.

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Tbilisi & Mtskheta

A cultural day tour combining Georgia’s vibrant capital with Mtskheta, the country’s ancient capital and spiritual centre.

  • 1 day
  • Easy pace
  • Culture
  • Tbilisi / Mtskheta
  • $110 – $130

About this route

This tour combines the main historical and cultural attractions of Tbilisi and Mtskheta in one day.

The programme begins in Tbilisi with a walk through the Old Town. Guests can visit Narikala Fortress, the Mother of Georgia Monument while enjoying panoramic views over the city.

The journey then continues to Mtskheta, one of Georgia’s oldest cities and the country’s former capital. The first stop is Jvari Monastery, located on a hill above the meeting point of the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers. Afterwards, guests visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, one of Georgia’s most important religious and architectural monuments.

The tour offers a balanced introduction to Georgia’s urban history, Christian heritage and traditional architecture.

Pricing

  • Price for 1-3 people$110–$130With car
  • Price for 4-7 people$130–$150With Mini-Van

Final price depends on season, group size, hotel choices, transport, and availability.

Best for

  • First-time visitors to Georgia
  • History and culture lovers
  • Religious heritage tours
  • Architecture enthusiasts
  • Couples and small groups
  • Photography enthusiasts
  • Half-day and full-day sightseeing
  • Day trips from Tbilisi
  • Private cultural tours

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Destinations on this route

Visited in this order. The final plan can be adjusted with the travel manager.

Tbilisi

Georgia's capital city with historic streets, viewpoints, and a lively food scene.

Old Tbilisi

Walk · ~50 min

Old Tbilisi

An ancient fortress overlooking Old Tbilisi, offering some of the best panoramic views of the city.

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Mtskheta

Discover Mtskheta’s historic churches, old streets, sacred landmarks and the famous viewpoint where the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers meet.

Jvari Monastery

Walk · ~55 min

Jvari Monastery

A 6th-century hilltop monastery offering a famous panoramic view over Mtskheta and the confluence of two rivers.

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