Georgia · Religious & Spiritual

3-Hour Mtskheta Monastery Tour from Tbilisi with River Confluence Views

3 Hours Round trip from Mtskheta Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Admire Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, a masterpiece of Early Middle Age architecture
02 Take in charming views over Mtskheta from Jvari Monastery
03 See the confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers from the monastery viewpoint
04 Explore Mtskheta, the old capital of Georgia and one of the world's oldest cities

Embark on a journey from Tbilisi to Mtskheta, the old capital of Georgia and one of the oldest cities in the world. Visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, the second-largest church in Georgia and a masterpiece of Early Middle Age architecture, then continue to Jvari Monastery, which is under UNESCO's Enhanced Protection list. From the monastery viewpoint, enjoy a fantastic view of the city and the confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers.

The viewpoint opens a charming view of the entire city and the confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

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

Day 01

Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Jvari Monastery in Mtskheta

Meet your tour guide and get picked up from your hotel in Tbilisi.
Visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, a masterpiece of Early Middle Age architecture and thought to be the holiest place in Georgia. It is currently the second-largest church building in Georgia, after the Holy Trinity Cathedral.
Drive up to Jvari Monastery, built in the 6th century. The viewpoint opens a charming view of the entire city and the confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers.
Get dropped off at your hotel in Tbilisi.