Private Full-Day Trip of Ancient Mtskheta, Uplistsikhe and Grakliani from Tbilisi

Summary Description

In the morning guide and driver will pick up you from your accommodation place in Tbilisi and from there you'll start your journey. Travel will be by comfortable car on the road which connect east and west part of Georgia. middle country is famous with archaeological sites, cave fortress, temples and monasteries steel keep enormous cultural and historical legacy and wealth.

Uplistsikhe, rock-cut city in Georgia, first half of the first millennium B.C. It'is one of the most famous monuments in the world. it was used for temples paganism, worship of fire, defence city and market. Archaeologists have unearthed numerous temples and findings relating to a sun goddess, worshipped prior to the arrival of Christianity. It's Also known as the Bronze age archaeological site.

This fascinating and once enormous cave city sits 10km east of Gori above the north side of the Mtkvari River, with expansive views along the Mtkvari valley. Between the 6th century BC and 1st century AD, Uplistsikhe developed into one of the chief political and religious centres of pre-Christian Kartli. 

Ancient spiritual treasure town Mtskheta has been Georgia’s spiritual heart since Christianity was established here in about 327, and holds a near-mystical significance in Georgian culture. It had already been capital of most of eastern Georgia from about the 3rd century BC. former capital of Georgia, are outstanding examples of medieval religious architecture in the Caucasus. They show the high artistic and cultural level attained by this ancient kingdom. there is located to main UNESCO sites Jvari monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral 

Grakliani Hill is an archaeological excavation site in eastern Georgia near Kaspi, showing evidence of human presence possibly going back 300,000 years. The site contains a temple to a fertility goddess from the seventh century BCE, a pit-type burial cemetery from the early Bronze Age, and the remains of a building from around 450-350 BCE and more.

 

visiting

Armaztsikhe-Bagineti you can inspect the excavated residence of Iverian rulers, including bathhouses, a royal sarcophagus, a wine cellar, a six-apse temple and what may have been a palace.

Itinerary

• Jvari monastery (UNESCO site)

• Grakliani hill

• Uplistikhe cave fortress

• Bagineti

• Mtskheta city tour

• Svetitskhoveli Cathedral 

• Souvenirs street

Driving back to

Tbilisi

Description

Discover some of the major attractions on this full-day private tour of

Uplistikhe and

Mtskheta (

UNESCO

sites). Visit the Uplistikhe fortress,

Jvari monastery, Grakliani hill and Bagineti before continuing on to either Svetickhoveli Cathedral which is a spiritual treasure of Georgia. Your guide will accompany you and will share stories and legends as you explore each site.

Highlights

• Private guide for a more personalized experience

• Walking through history

• Informative, friendly and professional guide

• Full-day tour from Tbilisi to Mtskheta UNESCO sites, Uplistikhe, Grakliani Hill and Bagineti

• Visit archaeological, cultural heritage sites with a guide 

• Learn about the ancient Georgian culture

• Ideal place for couples and families

• Exclusive to Viator

Included / Excluded
What's Included
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Professional guide
  • Live commentary on board
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Coffee and/or Tea
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks (lunch)
  • Stalin's Museum in city Gori
Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Duration: 7-9 hours
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Cancellation

Cancellation Policy: standard

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

FAQ

What is the Private Full-Day Trip of Ancient Mtskheta, Uplistsikhe and Grakliani from Tbilisi cancellation policy?

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Private Full-Day Trip of Ancient Mtskheta, Uplistsikhe and Grakliani from Tbilisi cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

How much is Private Full-Day Trip of Ancient Mtskheta, Uplistsikhe and Grakliani from Tbilisi?

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Private Full-Day Trip of Ancient Mtskheta, Uplistsikhe and Grakliani from Tbilisi price starts from $139.81.

What time does Private Full-Day Trip of Ancient Mtskheta, Uplistsikhe and Grakliani from Tbilisi start?

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Private Full-Day Trip of Ancient Mtskheta, Uplistsikhe and Grakliani from Tbilisi will start at 9:00 AM.

Which attractions will I visit with Private Full-Day Trip of Ancient Mtskheta, Uplistsikhe and Grakliani from Tbilisi?

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During this experience, places you will visit include: