Mtskheta –UNESCO World Heritage Site
Discover UNESCO World Heritage treasures in Georgia on this private full day tour starting in Tbilisi. Explore old town of Mtskheta and discover UNESCO listed attractions such as Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Jvari Monastery. After traditional lunch in Georgian country style restaurant, head onward to Tbilisi and enjoy city landmarks such as Narikala Fortress 4th century, Metekhi Plateau, Meidan Square, GeorgianNational Museum and Funicular.
Highlights
Private full day tour
Mtskheta- UNESCO world heritage listed attractions
Lunch at local restaurant.
Tbilisi city tour
Visit Metekhi and Narikala Fortress
Vine tasting and 19th century family owned cellar
Guide service
What to expect
In the morning the guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Tbilisi and start driving to Mtskheta, the ancient capital of Georgia. You’ll visit two UNESCO World Heritage sites located in this small town. Jvari Monastery dating back to 6th century AD. Standing on the top of the hill, it overlooks the town of Mtskheta and the confluence of two rivers Aragvi and Mtkvari. After visiting the monastery drive down and reach Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, which is one of the most sacred places in whole Georgia, and is said to have Christ’s robe preserved in it. After excursions take a lunch break in one of the local restaurants. Leave Mtskheta and drive back to Tbilisi to explore the city. Visit Sameba Cathedral, Metekhi church from 13th century which presents one of the most important architectural monuments of old Tbilisi. Take a ride to Narikala Fortress by aerial cable car – one of the best places to enjoy panoramic views of the city. Then walk down to Sulfur bathe district and enjoy your free time there full of souvenir shops andcafes nearShardeniStreet.
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