Tbilisi:Mtskheta,Jvari,Bazaar,wine tasting,Chronicles of Georgia
Description
There is not enough space in this paragraph to describe how unforgettable this 5 hours excursion is. We will visit 2 UNESCO sites,Chronicles of Georgia near Tbilisi,and have fun on the way. Everything about this tour is a hit. We take you to places older than most of the sites you will see in most other countries in Europe. 6th Century Monastery,11th Century Church, and the ancient capital of Georgia. You feel the Georgian history and culture in the beautiful countryside. The views from the all visited places are breathtaking. This short excursion is an excellent opportunity to meet other travelers and our fantastic, knowledgeable, super-cool guides. We try to tell you many exciting stories about the places and in general. Our guides are highly informative but also hilarious and fun.
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Itinerary
We'll meet you in front of the Bicycle Monument near Radisson Blu Iveria at 8:45AM (Rose revolution square. 50m from Rustaveli metro station) You will see our tour leader wearing a red scarf. If you are a group of more than four people, We will pick you up from your hotel at 8:15AM and take you to the old capital.
After 30 minutes drive, we will arrive at Jvari Monastery. The name of this monastery is translated as the "Monastery of the Cross." Jvari Monastery is a sixth-century Georgian Orthodox monastery near Mtskheta. Along with other historic structures of Mtskheta, it is listed as a World Heritage site by UNESCO. Jvari Monastery stands on the rocky mountaintop at the confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers, overlooking the town of Mtskheta, which was formerly the capital of the Kingdom of Iberia.
Mtskheta is one of the oldest cities in Georgia, founded by the ancient Meschian tribes in the 5th century. Due to its historical significance and several cultural monuments, it is recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. It was the capital of the early Georgian Kingdom of Iberia from the 3rd century BC to the 5th century AD. However, Mtskheta continued to serve as the coronation and burial place for most kings of Georgia until the end of the kingdom in the 19th century. The Svetitskhoveli Cathedral is currently the second-largest church building in Georgia, after the Holy Trinity Cathedral. Known as the burial site of Christ's mantle, Svetitskhoveli has long been one of the principal Georgian Orthodox churches and is among the most venerated places of worship in the region. We have around 1-hour of free time in Mtskheta, which you can use for shopping, wine tasting, boat trips etc.
The Chronicles of Georgia is a monumental masterpiece overlooking Tbilisi Sea, featuring massive 30-meter-tall stone pillars adorned with intricate carvings depicting Georgia’s history, kings, and religious figures. Designed by artist Zurab Tsereteli in 1985, this imposing yet lesser-known landmark offers a unique blend of ancient and modern art. The site provides breathtaking panoramic views of Tbilisi and is a must-visit for history and culture enthusiasts.
We return to Tbilisi at 14:00
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(1,067)
I’d really recommend this tour. Everything went great. Our tour guide Teja was really very kind and good in english and she told us a lot about the history and explained the legends to us. I was a solo traveler and i’d also recommend it to solo travelers, because you can just let go and enjoy yourself.
The guide Dea was great it have a trip with a lot of fun and informative!
Booked this tour on our week long trip to Georgia and it didn't disappoint. Our guide Dea was very informative and fun. Every stop was like a new adventure.
Our guide is Mrs.Dea. She is polite and educated woman. Love it tour. İ highly recommended❤️
Nice stops, first stop is a beautiful monastery with fantastic views of mountains and two merging rivers, and a sharp divide from grey to light bluein the middle of a river. Last stop was the stone monuments, also quite memorable. Our guide was Dea, she was very accommodating and helpful. The driver of our tour receives all the negatives for our rating, the cabin was not well air conditioned and felt musty. He also nearly rear ended a vehicle in front that was merely stuck in traffic. And at the end of our tour dropped us off in a different location and left in a hurry. I think our guide Dea was visibly shaken by his behavior. Thank you Dea! And good luck😊
Our guide Dea was excellent and had a lot of knowledge. This tour was well worth the money and adds much to a visit to Tbilisi!
It wasn’t my first trip, but it was the best ever! I really enjoyed it! Our guide, Dea, was so sweet. She answered all our questions and she was patient with all of us. She explained to us some of the history and the interesting culture of Georgia. We visited the most important and beautiful churches, and the huge Chronicles of Georgia. We also listened to traditional Georgian music, and it was really nice! Thank you for everything!
Good atmosfera. The guide Dea, was ameizing.
It was amazing! Dea was a very friendly and knowledgeable guide. It was good and bad because of the weather. Organisation was 5*!
Really nice day out, Dea our tour guide was really knowledgeable and keept us on track and on time all the time. You'll have chance to buy souvenirs and for a break during the tour. We did it on a eeekend so less traffic in the morning and we managed to be the secind group.on the first spot it can get really crowd. If it's your first time in Georgia bring a scarf to cover your head when you go into the Monestery and church's.
