Private Tour to Mtskheta Stalin Museum Uplistsikhe Caves
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.
Description
Itinerary
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Stop At: Jvari Church, Mtskheta Georgia
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.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Arsukidze, Mtskheta 3300 Georgia
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Stalin Museum, 32 Stalin Avenue Stalin Park, Gori 1400 Georgia
The Joseph Stalin Museum is a museum in Gori, Georgia dedicated to the life of Joseph Stalin, the leader of the Soviet Union, who was born in Gori. The Museum retains its Soviet-era characteristics.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Uplistsiche Cave Town, Kvakhvreli 15 km Eastwards to Town Gori, Gori 1423 Georgia
Uplistsikhe, the cave town is situated 7 km southeast of Gori on the left bank of the River Mtkvari. The site still amazes the visitors by its dimensions, extraordinary position, refined forms and the beauty of the landscape. You will find huge echoing halls, long meandering corridor-streets, chambers for pagan worship and even the remains of Georgia's oldest theater there. You will be impressed by the skill, knowledge, experience and physical and spiritual power of all those, who created this unique monument.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
Exclusions
- Lunch
- Wine tasting (20 GEL = 8 USD) Optional
- Entrance fees to Joseph Stalin Museum (15 GEL = 5,5 USD) Optional
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees to Uplistsikhe (15 GEL = 5,5 USD)
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- 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
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- 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
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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