From Tbilisi: Mtskheta and Jvari Monastery Guided Tour
ID: GYG894084-1403599
Category:
Country: Georgia
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Discover the ancient capital of the Iberian Kingdom on a guided tour of Mtskheta and Jvari Monastery. Learn about the history of Mtskheta, the birthplace of Christianity in Georgia.
Discover the ancient capital of the Iberian Kingdom on a guided tour of Mtskheta. Visit the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, the Samtavro Monastery, and the Jvari Monastery.
Meet your guide and set off to Mtskheta, the ancient capital of the Iberian Kingdom from the 4th century BC to the 5th century AD. Discover the sacred and iconic place for every Georgian.
Learn how it was here, thanks to Saint Nino, that Christianity was declared the state religion in the 4th century. Immerse yourself in the legends and ancient history of this remarkable city.
Visit the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, the Samtavro Monastery, and the Jvari Monastery. After the tour, return to Tbilisi.
Highlights
- Discover the ancient capital of the Iberian Kingdom on a guided tour
- Visit the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and the Samtavro Monastery in Mtskheta
- Learn about the history of Mtskheta, the birthplace of Christianity in Georgia
- Explore the Jvari Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a guide
- Enjoy convenient round-trip transportation from Tbilisi with a guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Meeting at our office, 1st floor of restaurant Machakhela
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
