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Mtskheta - Jvari - Samtavro, the cradle of Georgian Christianity. Private tours 20% OFF

Location Tbilisi, Georgia, Europe
$92
$115
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Overview

Mtskheta, the ancient capital of Georgia, serves as the nation's spiritual heart. Known as the second Jerusalem, this city is steeped in Christian heritage and cultural significance.

  • 🕍 A multitude of Christian relics can be found throughout Mtskheta, showcasing its rich religious history.
  • ⛪ The city holds deep religious significance for the Georgian people, making it a vital cultural site.
  • 📜 Visiting Mtskheta offers insight into Georgian culture, traditions, and the essence of its spirituality.
  • 🏛️ Your journey begins at Jvari Monastery, a 6th-century temple with breathtaking views of the city and surrounding rivers.
  • ⛪ Explore Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, the patriarchal cathedral of the Georgian Orthodox Church, and learn about its historic treasures.
  • 🌳 Visit Samtavro Church, where the first Christian king of Georgia, Mirian, and his wife, Queen Nana, are buried, along with the relics of Saint Gabriel.
  • 🗺️ The tour offers an air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi on board for a comfortable journey.
  • 🍽️ A delicious lunch is included, allowing you to savor local flavors during your visit.
  • 👶 Infants can sit on an adult’s lap, and specialized infant seats are available for added comfort.
  • ♿ Wheelchair accessible, ensuring everyone can enjoy this enriching experience.

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Mtskheta - Jvari - Samtavro, the cradle of Georgian Christianity. Private tours
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 5 hours

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • WiFi on board
  • Lunch

  • Jvari Monastery
    Our walk begins A. Pushkin, M. Lermontov, P. Tchaikovsky, A. Dumas-father, L. Tolstoy and many others. Turning off the path, you will pass through the places where the events described by Lermontov in the famous poem “Mtsyri” developed, and go up to the Jvari temple of the VI century - from here you will see an enchanting view of Mtskheta: “... where the merging noise, hugging, as if two sisters , the jets of Aragva and the Kura ... "
  • Temples of Mtskheta You will visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (Pillar of Life-Giving) - the patriarchal cathedral of the Georgian Orthodox Church. Get acquainted with its history and significant events of the past. Here is the burial place of the shrines of Christianity - the tunic of Jesus Christ and the mantle of Elijah the Prophet, as well as the relics of St. Andrew the First-Called.
  • Samtavro Church
    Then stroll to the Samtavro temple, where the grave of the first Georgian Christian king Mirian and his wife, Queen Nana, is located, as well as the relics of the holy elder Gabriel Samtavrii. You will also see a blackberry bush, under which she lived and preached. Nina. The “Blackberry”, repeatedly cut down by barbarians and arising again and again, is considered miraculous.

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Mtskheta - Jvari - Samtavro, the cradle of Georgian Christianity. Private tours 20% OFF

    Location Tbilisi, Georgia, Europe
    $92
    $115
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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