Classic Tour to Mtskheta from Tbilisi

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

The tour is short, only four hours; easy to reach -the main attraction is only 19 km away from the capital city Tbilisi. Enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views from Jvari Monastery (6th c), overlooking the Mtskheta and the confluence of two rivers. Mtskheta town, once, the capital of former Georgian kingdom Iberia (until 5th c), and its sights are included in UNESCO World Heritage site list.

Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (11thc), the main landmark and a favorite place of pilgrimage, according to legend, is known as the burial place of Rob Christ.

Have a great day!

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

A maximum of 15 people per booking

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Georgian Holidays

Your guide and driver will meet you at your Tbilisi accommodations in late morning and start the drive to Mtskheta town.

Admission Not Applicable

The City-Museum Reserve of Mtskheta

Drive to Mtskheta town. According the archaeological excavations, people lived in the neighborhood of Mtskheta from 2nd millennium BC. Located on the crossroad of Europe and Asia, Mtskheta used to be the capital of the Eastern Georgian kingdom of Iberia from the 4th thru the 5th centuries when King Vakhtang Gorgasali moved his court to Tbilisi.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Bottled water

Transport by private vehicle

Professional guide/driver

Gratuities

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

Classic Tour to Mtskheta

Pickup included

Classic Mtskheta with Lunch

1 x Lunch
Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

5 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great tour guide!
Bryan B,Mar 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Lasha was a wonderful guide! We had great conversations about history and culture and Georgian wine making while driving. He was very knowledgeable about the sites and gave us a great understanding of the history and people of Georgia. Highly recommend
Amazing experience
ramachandrapandip,Mar 4, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We went to Jvari church and Svetitshkoveli cathedral. Places very beautiful. Mr.Lasha tourist guide explained very well and humble nice person. Thanks Georgian Holidays.
Excellent tour !!
Jean B,Aug 1, 2021
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent knowledgeable driver guide !!! The day was beautiful !! We went to everything that had to be seen and more !!! Memorable.
Mtshekhta visit
DrPawanGupta,Mar 5, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I went to Georgia with my friend and visited Mtshekhta. It's a beautiful Castle on the river bank with amazing views, very photogenic place, a must watch. We were on our way to Gadauri there.
Great experience
CarlosM12681,Aug 7, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The trip was amazing. Well organized. I loved specially the walking tour in the old town. Meggi the guide, she was very nice and explained everything perfectly. 5*