Svetitskhoveli cathedral

Ancient Mtskheta and Chronicle of Georgia half day tour

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300 minutes
English

Visit Mtskheta the ancient capital of Georgia. Tour to Mtskheta includes Jvari Church, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, and Georgian Stonehenge (Chronicle of Georgia). Tour takes 4 hours, in this time you will see the most important historical and cultural sites.

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Mtskheta private tour

Private tour: Flexible timing and additional benefits like door-to-door service.
Pickup included

From₱3,805.49Per Person

What's included in Ancient Mtskheta and Chronicle of Georgia half day tour

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

Tbilisi
Pass-by Only

Door-to-door service

Jvari Church

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.

Svetitskhoveli Cathedral

After marvelling 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.

Inclusions

  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (for the private tours)
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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
  • The group tour can be conducted by a guide in two languages at the same time - English and Russian
  • Please note that access to our churches, temples, and monuments is pedestrian-only. Vehicles cannot enter these areas. Regardless of age, prepare for a short walk to these sites.

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Pickup and Dropoff

You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points

Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.

Additional Information

If you have booked a private tour, then we will pick you up from your hotel or apartment within Tbilisi. On the eve of the trip, we will contact you and inform the guide's phone number and car number.

Meeting / End Points

  • Group tours start from Europe Square. If you want us to pick you up from your hotel or apartment, you will have to pay extra.

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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

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