How long does a Mtskheta tour take?

A Mtskheta and Jvari half day takes 3 to 5 hours. Combined tours with Gori and Uplistsikhe take 7 to 9 hours.

Is Mtskheta a UNESCO site?

Yes. The Historical Monuments of Mtskheta, including Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Jvari Monastery, are on the UNESCO World Heritage list.

Shoulders and knees should be covered. Women are usually asked to cover their heads, and scarves are often available at the entrance.

The churches are free. Uplistsikhe and the Stalin Museum in Gori charge entry fees. Each tour page shows whether tickets are included.

The site has uneven rock surfaces and some steps. Wear shoes with good grip. It is not suitable for wheelchairs or strollers.

On private tours, yes. On group tours you can wait outside or walk around Gori instead.

Mtskheta, Jvari Monastery, Gori and the Uplistsikhe cave town from Tbilisi. Half-day and full-day tours, group or private, with hotel pickup.

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