Uplistsikhe & Stalin Museum: Soviet Combo Tour
Spend a full day discovering Georgia’s fascinating past. Wander through the ancient Uplistsikhe Cave Town, visit Stalin’s hometown and peek inside his House-Museum, and explore the UNESCO treasures of Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Mtskheta. Along the way, enjoy a hearty Georgian lunch at Joseph Restaurant and take in the stunning landscapes. History, culture,…
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Tour 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.
– Explore Stalin’s birth town and the House-Museum where you can see all soviet era in one hour
– 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.
Basic information
Pick Up Location
Rose Revolution Square, T’bilisi, Georgia
The meeting point is the Giant Bicycle Monument at Rose Revolution Square, on Rustaveli Avenue, right behind the Biltmore Hotel Tbilisi.
It’s a large silver bicycle statue — easy to spot from the main street.
Your guide will be waiting there with the company sign and badge (Georgia Wanderers)
Drop Off Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Additional info
Included in the tour
Not Included in the tour
Itinerary
Uplistsikhe Cave Town
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 cultural and religious center
Stalin’s Birth house and Museum
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 stories behind the artifacts. (Optional free time in Gori city center, we will meet right in front of the museum after one hour) 1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Jvari Monastery
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 learn about Georgia’s early Christian architecture.
Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
Visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Mtskheta, the ancient capital of Georgia. This UNESCO World Heritage site is one of the country’s most important churches, known for its stunning frescoes and deep religious significance.
End of the tour
This activity ends back at the meeting point