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Tbilisi and Mtskheta Private Tour: Explore Ancient and Modern Georgian Capitals
4.7
12 Ratings
Mtskheta
Embark on a one day private tour to the timeless and contemporary capitals of Georgia, Mtskheta and Tbilisi, with a well-planned schedule. Each city abounds in archaic and modern landmarks like the bridge of love, clock tower and even the Tbilisi waterfall.
Embark on a one day private tour to the timeless and contemporary capitals of Georgia, Mtskheta and Tbilisi, with a well-planned schedule. Each city abounds in archaic and modern landmarks like the bridge of love, clock tower and even the Tbilisi waterfall.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Mtskheta - The tour will commence with a pickup from your hotel, leading to a private exploration of Mtskheta, the ancient capital of Georgia, situated just a 30-minute drive from Tbilisi.
Mtskheta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of Georgia’s oldest cities, with a history of continuous habitation spanning over 2,500 years. As the former…
- Mtskheta - The tour will commence with a pickup from your hotel, leading to a private exploration of Mtskheta, the ancient capital of Georgia, situated just a 30-minute drive from Tbilisi.
Mtskheta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of Georgia’s oldest cities, with a history of continuous habitation spanning over 2,500 years. As the former capital of the early Kingdom of Iberia, it is of immense historical and spiritual importance.
The vehicle will be parked at the city’s entrance, allowing for a delightful stroll through Mtskheta’s historic streets. En route to the cathedral, visitors will encounter charming souvenir shops, traditional snack vendors, and local wine tasting venues.
The highlight of this walk is the visit to the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, one of Georgia’s most sacred sites, believed to be the burial place of Christ’s robe.
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Memorial History of Georgia - The next destination is the Chronicles of Georgia, a monumental stone structure often referred to as the “Georgian Stonehenge” or “Georgian History Memorial.” This monument, depicting scenes from Georgia’s 3,000-year history, was designed by Zurab Tsereteli and comprises 16 large columns, each approximately 35 meters tall.
The monument was constructed in 1985 during Georgia’s time as part of the Soviet Union. The upper sections of the 30-meter columns feature prominent kings, queens, and heroes of Georgia, offering a stunning panoramic view of Tbilisi Lake. - Old Town (Altstadt) Tbilisi - The tour will proceed to the historic part of Tbilisi, where the following attractions will be visited:
- Tbilisi sulphur pools
- Bridge of Love
- Waterfall
- Meidan Bazar Tunnel
- Gorgasali Monument
- Mother of Georgia
- Bridge of Peace
- Tbilisi clock tower
- Anchiskhati
- Monument of Tamada
- Shardeni Street
The tour will also include a drive through the main streets, passing:
- Freedom Square
- Rustaveli Avenue
- Hero Square
- Agmashenebeli Avenue
- President House
What's Included
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
Location
Mtskheta
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(12 Ratings)
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Jon_l
Jul 29, 2025
George the guide was... - George the guide was great. Great way to explore and get a history lesson. The Chronicles of Georgia was worth the trip on its own.
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Amira_s
Jun 12, 2025
Two wonderful places to... - Two wonderful places to visit and see. Our guide Badir ( Bubu ) showed us what true Georgian hospitality was and was extremely knowledgeable and even went out of his way to accomodate our plans. Highly recommended.
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Alex_e
Apr 9, 2025
Great tour, good car , great guide. - Its was my first tour in Georgia. I realy enjoyed. Guide George is very polite , knowledgeable , he explained everything well. I visited lots of places in one day. 100% recommended tour. Special thanks to Big George for wonderful day.
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Sergo
Apr 6, 2025
Thanks to George - Special thanks to George, it's was wonderfully tour , we visited lots of places old and new capital , tood gorgeous photos, George was very polite and knowledgeable.
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Nurzhan_k
Feb 10, 2025
Best tour - Our tour guide was George. He was soo knowledgeable. It was so interesting. We have visited so many historical places. I definitely recommend this tour to the people who want to ser historical places of Georgia. Thank you again to George for amazing trip!
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Clayton_r
Dec 15, 2024
Fun and informational... - Fun and informational tour. Gogi has a passion for his country and clearly knows his stuff. Moreover, he was flexible with our time allowing for shopping, roaming, and deviations from the script. Recommend.
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Alliahricci_c
Nov 14, 2024
Wonderful trip - We had a very nice experience and this all wouldn’t be possible without our tour guide Gogi. He’s friendly and nice, even though the tour is supposed to be only for 6hrs but he accompanied us for like 8hrs which we really appreciate. We’ll definitely be back here! Tbilisi is such underrated place.
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Kate_f
Jun 13, 2024
Highly recommend! A good mix of the sights - Going was an excellent guide. Very helpful and knowledgeable.
He adapted the tour to suit our needs which we greatly appreciate.
Highly recommend!
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Sem_k
May 11, 2024
Georgia in 3 Days Offers more than What one may Expect - Mtskhete was special. So was the old town Tbilisi, the Slohur baths, the optional cable car and every single image I engraved in my memory. Our guide was a very punctual, highly professional very knowledgable George. The more we inquired the more he opened up his history, geography, literature and art related treasure chest. He always kept his client- guide distance but as we bombarded him with our detailed inquiries regarding the ancient, old and current Georgia, he lowered his gard and let his amateur side accompany his professionalism. He is worth what Viatour standards require. Thanks for your reliable services.
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Kat_m
Apr 5, 2025
Disappointing Tour Experience: Concerns Regarding Safety and Expertise - Our experience with the tour guide was disappointing. While we appreciated the opportunity to see the sites, there were several areas where the tour fell short of our expectations. We found the guide's attention to be frequently diverted by personal phone calls and texting while driving, which raised safety concerns, particularly in heavy traffic.
We also felt the historical information provided was somewhat superficial. We often had to prompt for more detailed explanations, which were not always forthcoming. In comparison to other tours we've taken, the depth of historical knowledge and passion for the subject were noticeably lacking.
Furthermore, there was an uncomfortable exchange regarding our nation's history. Despite our attempts to clarify the inaccuracies, the guide remained insistent, creating an awkward and unprofessional atmosphere.
Overall, we would hesitate to recommend this tour. We believe that a more attentive, knowledgeable, and professional guide would significantly enhance the experience.
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