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Uplistsikhe & Stalin Museum: Soviet Combo Tour

By Georgia Wanderers
Free cancellation available
Price is $39 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Explore Georgia’s history and culture on a full-day trip from Tbilisi. Visit the ancient cave town of Uplistsikhe, learn about Stalin’s life in his hometown Gori, and see two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Mtskheta. During the tour, enjoy a delicious Georgian lunch at Joseph Restaurant, where you can choose between vegetarian or meat dishes. It’s a day filled with history, local food, and the beautiful views that make Georgia unforgettable.

  • Discover the fascinating Uplistsikhe Cave Town, dating back to the Early Iron Age.
  • Enjoy a traditional lunch at 'Joseph Restaurant' in Gori, included in the tour price.
  • Visit the historic Jvari Monastery with panoramic river views.
  • Explore the UNESCO-listed Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, a revered Orthodox church.
Activity location
  • Uplistsiche Cave Town
    • Kvakhvreli, 15 km Eastwards to Town Gori
    • 1423, Gori, Georgia
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Rose Revolution Square
    • Rose Revolution Square
    • T'bilisi, Tbilisi, Georgia

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Day Tour: Uplistsikhe Caves, Stalin's museum & UNESCO Mtskheta
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English
Starting time: 9:00AM
Price details
$39.00 x 1 Adult$39.00
Total
Price is $39.00
Private Heritage Tour, lunch
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Private

Starting time: 9:00AM
Price details
$60.00 x 1 Adult$60.00
Total
Price is $60.00

What's included, what's not

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    Comfortable seating
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    WiFi on board
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    Bottled water
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    Entrance fee
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
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    Music or audio guide (optional)
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    Professional driver
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch (extra 45 GEL ≈ 16 USD) at Joseph Restaurant in Gori — authentic Georgian dishes with vegetarian and meat options, generous portions, and traditional Georgian lemonade.

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Uplistsiche Cave Town
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Walk through the ancient rock-hewn city of Uplistsikhe, dating back to the Early Iron Age. Explore winding tunnels, cave halls, and pagan temples carved into cliffs, while your guide explains how this site once served as a major trade and spiritual center.
Stalin Museum
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Discover the life of Joseph Stalin at his official museum, which includes his preserved home, personal railway carriage, and exhibits showcasing Soviet-era history. Your guide will provide historical context and highlight key stories during your visit.
Jvari Church
  • 30m
Marvel at the 6th-century Jvari Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site perched on a hill above the confluence of the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers. Enjoy panoramic views of Mtskheta and hear from your guide about the monastery’s unique cross-shaped architecture.
Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
  • 1h
The last stop of the tour is Mtskheta, the ancient capital of Georgia and one of the country’s most important historical cities. Here you will visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the only symmetrical church in Georgia. It is known as the burial place of Christ’s robe and is considered one of the most sacred places for Georgian Orthodox Christians. You will also have time to walk around the old town, see local markets, and enjoy the calm atmosphere before returning to Tbilisi.

Location

Activity location
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    Uplistsiche Cave Town
    • Kvakhvreli, 15 km Eastwards to Town Gori
    • 1423, Gori, Georgia
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    Rose Revolution Square
    • Rose Revolution Square
    • T'bilisi, Tbilisi, Georgia

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