Private Tour to Mtskheta and Georgian Wine Tasting from Tbilisi
Description
Visit Mtskheta town, ancient capital of Eastern Georgia, during full day private tour. Mtskheta is notable for its UNESCO World Heritage Site monuments – Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Jvari Monastery. During this tour you will have guided excursions in both UNESCO sites, wine-tasting session with snacks in Château Mukhrani Royal Estate and a lunch at Georgian restaurant with traditional dishes.
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Itinerary
In the morning the guide and driver will pick you up at your place of stay.
You’ll start journey to the ancient capital of Georgia - Mtskheta. Located on the crossroad of Europe and Asia, Mtskheta had very important strategic and economic advantages till late middle ages. It used to be the capital of the Eastern Georgian kingdom of Iberia from the 4th c BC through the 5th c AD. The town is also famous for its UNESCO World Heritage Site monuments – Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Jvari Monastery.
Your first stop will be Jvari Monastery located on the top of the hill. Enjoy truly breathtaking views from the site and learn about the legends connected to the monastery.
Next drive to Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (11th century), enjoy excursion at the site and see the interior and exterior of the Cathedral decorated with frescos and wall carvings.
Also visit Samtavro Monastery, located in ancient king family’s garden. The complex includes cathedral of 11th c and 4th c church.
Drive to Château Mukhrani – former estate of Ivane Mukhranbatoni royal family. Here you will have a guided tour at the estate, gardens, stable and old wine-cellars, learn the history of Georgian royal family, visit the contemporary winery and factory and find out how Château wines are made. The excursion will be followed by tasting finest Château Mukhrani wines with snacks. And here you have a wonderful opportunity to buy Château Mukhrani premium wines at a special price. In the evening drive back to Tbilisi, where the tour ends with a drop off at you place of stay. Note: Château Mukhrani Royal Estate image is the courtesy of JSC Château Mukhrani
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Reviews(3)
Our guide David was extremely accommodating, especially considering we were traveling with children. Despite our initial apprehension, we had a fantastic tour experience. David, our guide, was not only knowledgeable about the area's history but also very engaging. He was great with the kids and flexible with the schedule, which made the tour even more enjoyable. I would certainly recommend this tour to my friends.
<p>Tamara was a great guide. Highly knowledgeable and patient. </p> <p>Reliable tour operator and was well organized. The lunch included at Mtskheta was our first lunch in Georgia and it was lovely. </p> <p>Wine tasting was at the Chateau Mukhrani - this might be hit/miss for some that are used to better wineyards/chateaus, but for us it was a great experience. </p> <p>Would definitely recommend.</p>
<p>Tour was amazing the tour guides were very nice and friendly Lasha was one of their names. He was very informative too. <br/> Only drawbacks<br/> 1) is we seen other tours for a similar price that were for a longer duration <br/> 2) the wine tour should have shown us the vineyards and more</p>
