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Mtskheta & Jvari half-day tour from Tbilisi

UNESCO heritage, a 6th-century hilltop monastery, and the famous view where two rivers meet — all within 4–5 hours from your hotel.

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Duration
4–5 hours
Tour type
Private day tour
Group size
Up to 3 guests
Ages
All ages
Languages
English
About this tour

Georgia’s spiritual heart, unhurried.

Discover Mtskheta, Georgia’s ancient spiritual capital, on a relaxed private half-day tour from Tbilisi. Visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, one of the country’s most important UNESCO-listed landmarks, walk through Mtskheta’s old town, and continue to Jvari Monastery for the iconic hilltop view over the confluence of the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers.

Tour highlights

Moments that make the day.

Svetitskhoveli Cathedral

You’ll visit the UNESCO-listed cathedral — Georgia’s spiritual heart since the 4th century, with centuries of royal history inside.

Mtskheta Old Town

You’ll walk through the charming old streets with local artisan shops and views over the river.

Samtavro (optional)

An optional visit to Samtavro Monastery, an important nunnery founded in the 4th century.

Jvari Monastery

You’ll visit the 6th-century hilltop monastery overlooking the confluence of the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers.

Full itinerary

Half a day in ancient Georgia.

  1. Hotel pickup in Tbilisi

    Your driver-guide meets you at your hotel.

  2. Drive to Mtskheta

    A short 30-minute drive to the ancient spiritual capital of Georgia.

  3. Svetitskhoveli Cathedral

    Visit the UNESCO-listed 11th-century cathedral, one of the most important churches in the Orthodox world.

  4. Mtskheta Old Town

    Walk through the old town with its charming streets and artisan shops.

  5. Samtavro Monastery (optional)

    Optional visit to Samtavro Monastery.

  6. Jvari Monastery

    Drive up to the 6th-century monastery perched above the confluence of the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers.

  7. River boat (optional)

    Optional short boat ride at the river confluence below Jvari (extra, arranged on the day).

  8. Return to Tbilisi

    Drive back to Tbilisi with drop-off at your hotel.

A note from us: timings are flexible. We adjust to your pace and to traffic or weather.

What's included

  • Private driver-guide and comfortable vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Tbilisi
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