Kutaisi: Bagrati & Motsameta Religious Heritage Tour
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Discover Kutaisi’s spiritual heritage on a guided tour to Bagrati Cathedral, Motsameta Monastery, and the Church of the Annunciation. Learn about Georgia’s culture, faith, and architecture. Start with Bagrati Cathedral, a symbol of Kutaisi and a masterpiece of medieval Georgian design. Admire its hilltop views and learn how it has been restored after centuries of change.
Continue to the Church of the Annunciation, a unique site blending Catholic and Orthodox traditions. Built in 1823 in the Baroque style on the site of a royal chapel, it once served Kutaisi’s Catholic community before returning to the Orthodox Church in 1989.
Then visit Motsameta Monastery, perched above the Tskaltsitela River. Hear the legend of the martyred brothers David and Konstantine and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and stunning views.
Your guide will share stories that bring Georgia’s spiritual and cultural history to life before you return to Kutaisi.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Motsameta Monastery
Another important monastery in Imereti region, near Kutaisi. This Monastery is a symbol of Georgian faith.
Bagrati Cathedral
Visit emblematic Kutaisi church - Bagrati cathedral. And enjoy the beautiful panorama of Kutaisi
What‘s Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
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Kutaisi: Bagrati & Motsameta Religious Heritage Tour
Reviews
29 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour to monasteries
Peter D,,Jul 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We started the tour with a trip to Gelati, the complex was closed because of restauration work in progress, but our guide Teona from Medgobari Tours showed us two churches and an old hospital, from where we has a great view. Then we visited Motsameti and Bagrati; the first with wonderful views over the greenery and river, the second with a perfect view over Kutaisi. Thank you, Teona!
Very nice way to easily see and learn about the 3 Monasteries
KarenBonavita,,Nov 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Teona was delightful on this 3-hour excursion to see 3 Monasteries in the area. It’s a great way learn even more about the history of Georgia as a whole along with the Monasteries. note: Gelati Monastery was completely covered in exterior scaffolding and non-accessible which was a disappointment, but Teona came up with another idea and we walked up the hill nearby and saw an absolutely adorable little church with ancient interior paintings. Recommend.
A very Pleasanton trip
lucianasY2702UP,,Oct 22, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00the tour was very pleasant and Eva was a kind, competent and attentive guide to all our needs. it allowed us to visit all the cathedrals in the area in a short time with very interesting explanation.
We leave friends
Lydiaarcos,,Aug 14, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience. IEVA drove very well and we were privileged for her explanations and careful treatment. It was an hour longer than we were comfortable with. Georgia is better known now. Thank you 🧡 IEVA
Excellent
664lydiaa,,Aug 11, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00IEVA is very prepared and was extremely attentive and dynamic, making the experience agile and enjoyable. He showed us part of Georgia's history through the monasteries we saw
Fascinating.
Christopher B,,Aug 6, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting and informative experience with an excellent guide. Highly recommended! The churches are full of history and Georgian culture.
BEST TOUR GUIDE EVER!
stephanieaS6280MQ,,Jul 3, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We are 4 adults and we travelled for a vacation in Georgia during the last week of June. We decided to book tours with Megobari and it was the best decision we ever made. Mikheili was our guide who received us at Kutaisi airport. We spent 2 nights in Kutaisi and 3 nights in Batumi. By the end of the trip, he wasnt our guide anymore, he became our friend. He was very friendly and helpful and we loved spending time with him. We would like to thank Eva as well from Megobari who arranged everything for us. The level of professionalism and friendliness this office has is beyond amazing! We definetly recommend using this tour agent for any trip you have in Georgia. We want to thank Mikheili and Eva for making our trip so memorable 💖
Convenient, breathtaking and fun half-day tour
paloma268,,Apr 14, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Vaso, our guide, was super kind, fun, and knowledgeable. Even though the weather was terrible he made sure that we could take our time to walk around the monasteries and stop whenever we wanted to. He catered to our needs (my mum is getting older and her pace wasn't exactly the fastest) and did his best to make the most of the day. Moreover, he went the extra mile to get to know us and took an interest in our trip to Georgia. Overall a very enjoyable experience and a convenient tour, since it would have been impossible for us to reach the monasteries on our own and we would have missed out a lot of details had it not been for Vaso's commentary. We will return, for sure! Madloba :)
Highly recommended
VKavasseri,,Mar 29, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Both Eva and her partner were fantastic and brilliant in explaining all the things we passed by. They went out of their way to make sure all was a wonderful experience and we were extremely impressed and comfortable.
Kutaisi monasteries: Gelati, Motsameta, Bagrati. 3 hour tour
570deepakd,,Mar 1, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was very good. As a christian 3 monasteries are very worth to watch. Its located in mountains very beautiful landscape. We went with our Tour Guide Mr. Michael and he was very gentle and good in English.
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