Private Tour
Private Tour to Mtskheta Stalin Museum Uplistsikhe Caves
Overview
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In this one-day tour, you will visit Mtskheta – the ancient capital of Georgian kings. You will the amazing beauty of the architecture of such ancient monasteries as Jvari Church and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral. They are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Our tailor-made tour will continue to the ancient city of Uplistsikhe. Explore caves and rocky chambers once used for pagan worship in the medieval settlement.
You will also go to one of the oldest settlements in Georgia and end your journey in Gori. Here is the hometown of Joseph Stalin. Here you can visit the museum opened in his honour and learn the life story of one of the Soviet dictators.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Stalin museum reflects limited information about the life and crime of one of the biggest mass murderers.
The cave city Uplistsikhe is a complex of caves, be prepared for uneven surfaces
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Bottled water
Lunch
Wine tasting (around 8 USD) Optional
Joseph Stalin Museum (Optional, payment can be made by card or cash))
Gratuities
Uplistsikhe cave town (payment can be made by card or cash)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Jvari Church
The journey will start in Mtskheta Cross Monastery - Jvari - The monastery is located on a hill near Mtskheta, that opens up a breathtaking view of the ancient city and its natural beauty.
Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
After marveling Jvari you’ll continue your road and visit - Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (11th century). Location was chosen precisely because of the legend that says that the robe of Jesus is buried in the place where the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral was built and it is considered one of the holiest places in Georgia.
Options
Full-Day Trip
Full-Day Trip to Mtskheta, Gori & Uplistsikhe
Pickup included
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The caves were a pleasant surprise!
Adam K,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I really wanted to just go to the Stalin Museum but this tour had a few add-ons as well. I was pleasantly surprised with the Uplistsikhe caves! They were really well preserved and in tact unlike some of the other ruins you go to in some countries where you have to "imagine" what used to be there. We were able to climb around in the caves and I enjoyed the wine tasting as well! Stalin museum was really well done (it helps if you know Russian) and I was especially impressed with Stalin's personal train.. that was super cool to go on. Lunch was great at a Georgian cafe! **At this point I was happy with the excursion to be over but there were several other stops included. I wasn't personally interested in monasteries or churches as I am an atheist so we were able to skip these stops and substitute in a stop at the horizontal skyscrapers... REALLY a cool substitution if you're not super into churches and the like.
We had an absolutely...
Magdalena Z,
Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an absolutely wonderful experience! Khatuna is so knowledgeable and thoughtful. Despite the weather, we had so much fun! She was ready with raincoats and umbrellas and we braved the rain at each stop with excitement. She had so many cool stories and information about Georgia to share. We enjoyed the day so much. Thank you!
Great tour!
Alexander S,
Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We really enjoyed the day with Aleksi: perfect organisation, great mood, lots of stuff to tell about the places we visited and to all our questions about Georgia, Tbilisi and Georgian everyday life. Thanks again!
Great Trip
thomaspD3256MK,
Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed the trip very much, everything was great and taken care of, Iago was amazing. Will definitely book with them again, so kind and well organized!
Great way to start our visit to Georgia.
fredwC5003OR,
Jul 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Khato was perfect. She was early picked us up at our hotel and we were off to the Chronicle of Georgia. Khato was pleasure. She not only was knowledgable about the sights we visited but gave us insight into why these places are so important to Georgians. I felt like we got real insight into the mind and culture of Georgians. I cannot emphasize this tour is a good introduction to the places, symbols, and themes that are important and show up again and again all over Georgia. This may have been one of my wife's favorite things we did in Georgia. Thank you Friendly.ge and thank you Khato.
Very interesting tour!
charlotterT4825UU,
Jan 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a great day and have learned a lot - Thank you! Everything was very well organized and the guide had a lot to tell and to explain.
Great introduction to Georgia's history
JanetinParis,
Sep 15, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The 4 destinations covered different periods of the country's rich history. Aleksei was good company, explained all the sites & gave us a lot of background information about Georgia
Amazing tour with tremendous guide!
CrisLynMartin,
Jan 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful day-long private tour with Khatuna! She was a tremendous guide -- personable, knowledgeable and a good driver :) We covered so much ground in one day -- seeing the Stalin museum in Gori, the cave monasteries at Uplistsikhe, the churches of Mskheta and the Chronicles of Georgia statue. We do not have enough good things to say about our experience. Would absolutely recommend this tour/company to friends.
Highly recommended
juratewall,
May 2, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good day & extremely interesting. Guram was very efficient & prompt (early) for pick up. Excellent driver. An expert on Georgian history, legends & religion. Also wine making, farming, climate & environment. Guram stepped into the breach at the Stalin Museum when the English speaking guides mysteriously disappeared. He gave an excellent balanced tour. My Lithuanian wife refused to enter the museum on principle. We then had a very good meal expertly advised by Guram in a riverside restaurant. We visited the Cave City (much better than the Stalin museum) & three historic Georgian monasteries before returning on time & much more knowledgeable about Georgia. I am rather particular, but I would strongly recommend Friendly.Ge & Guram.
Great Tour Guide
David K,
Mar 21, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour guide! Gorum was very knowledgeable on all aspects of the trip. His English was great, and he had loads of stories that made the history come alive. Would definitely go on another tour with him
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