1-Day Tbilisi and Mtskheta Tour with Orthodox Monasteries

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Tbilisi's Old Town, Mtatsminda Mountain, and Narikala Fortress overlooking the Mtkvari River
• 02 Walk among the historic monuments of ancient Mtskheta
• 03 Visit the Orthodox Christian monasteries of Jvari and Samtavro
• 04 Pay your respects at the grand Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
• 05 Taste Churchkhela and Tklapi along Mtskheta's cobbled streets

Travel through two of Georgia's timeless historic cities as you explore Tbilisi's Old Town, Mtatsminda Mountain, and Narikala Fortress overlooking the Mtkvari River. Continue to the ancient town of Mtskheta to visit the Orthodox Christian monasteries of Jvari and Samtavro, and pay your respects at the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral. Stroll along cobbled streets lined with cafes, souvenir shops, and local eateries serving delectable snacks such as Churchkhela and Tklapi.

Visit scenic hotspots such as the Old Town, Mtatsminda Mountain, and Narikala Fortress overlooking Tbilisi and the Mtkvari River.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Tbilisi, Mtskheta

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Tbilisi and Mtskheta Heritage Excursion

• Head to some of the most beautiful and historic places in Tbilisi to explore Georgian architecture, culture, and traditions with your Georgian tour guide. Visit scenic hotspots such as the Old Town, Mtatsminda Mountain, and Narikala Fortress overlooking Tbilisi and the Mtkvari River.

• Go on a walking tour of the monuments of Mtskheta. Here, you will have a chance to explore some of the old Orthodox Christian churches and monasteries, such as Jvari and Samtavro. Also, gaze at the marvellous architecture of the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and pay your respects.

• Roam the cobbled streets of the ancient city, full of souvenir shops and eateries serving tasty snacks like Churchkhela and Tklapi.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Excursion in Mtskheta

• Excursion in Tbilisi

• Comfortable transportation

• Professional and certified English-speaking Georgian tour guide

• Georgian traditional snacks and water

• Insurance

What's Not Included

• Dinner (optional)

Know before you go

• The company is socially responsible. Sustainable tourism is provided, and all tours are eco-friendly. First aid training is provided to all tour guides.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Tbilisi, Georgia

Tour start

QQ3H+H7G, Tbilisi, Georgia

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.