Tbilisi: Mtskheta Tour with Wine Tasting & Local Market

4.74 reviews
Duration
7 Hours
Location
Tbilisi Türkiye
Host or Greeter
English, Turkish
Pickup Optional
Please wait at the main security gate of your hotel 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.

About This Activity

Step into the birthplace of Georgia on an immersive storytelling journey through Mtskheta — the country’s ancient capital and spiritual heart. This is not just a sightseeing tour, but a carefully crafted cultural experience where history, religion, wine, and local life come together in one meaningful narrative.

Led by a passionate local storyteller-guide, you’ll explore UNESCO-listed landmarks, uncover legends of early Christianity, taste regional wines, and stroll through a traditional market — all tied together through Georgia’s identity as a land of faith, hospitality, and ancient traditions.

Stop 1: Jvari Monastery — The Birth of Christianity in Georgia

Begin your journey where Georgia officially embraced Christianity in the 4th century. Learn the powerful story of Saint Nino and how this hilltop church shaped Georgian culture, identity, and architecture. Enjoy panoramic views over the confluence of the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers — one of the most iconic landscapes in the country.

Stop 2: Svetitskhoveli Cathedral — Georgia’s Spiritual Heart
Walk into one of Georgia’s most sacred places and hear the legends of Christ’s robe, royal coronations, and medieval kings. Your guide shares hidden symbolism carved into the stone and explains why this cathedral remains the emotional heart of the nation.

Stop 3: Local Market Walk — Taste Georgia Like a Local
Stroll through a neighborhood market where locals shop daily. Learn how Georgians choose herbs, spices, churchkhela, cheeses, and wines — and what each ingredient means in Georgian cuisine and family traditions.

Stop 4: Boutique Wine Tasting — Ancient Grapes, Modern Craft 
Enjoy a guided tasting of regional Georgian wines, including Saperavi and local qvevri-style varieties. Learn about Georgia’s 8,000-year-old winemaking heritage and why wine plays such a central role in Georgian hospitality and religion.

Discover Georgia’s ancient capital through a story-driven cultural journey
Visit UNESCO-listed Jvari Monastery & Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
Enjoy boutique Georgian wine tasting (8,000-year-old winemaking tradition)
Explore a local market and learn about authentic Georgian ingredients
Small group experience for deeper connection

Meeting Point Options

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Meeting Point Options

This activity includes a designated meeting point. Please arrange your own transportation and arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the departure time.
Round-trip transportation from Tbilisi
Professional local storyteller guide
Wine tasting session
Market visit
Entrance fees to Jvari & Svetitskhoveli
Personal expenses
Tips (optional)
Wheelchair users
Smoking indoors
Comfortable shoes

Hotel Pickup Options

Check if your hotel/address is covered: Pickup service is available from selected areas.
You can add your exact address during checkout or up to 24 hours before your activity.
Duration: Approximately 5 hours
Group size: Maximum 8 participants
Please arrive 10 minutes before departure time
Wine tasting available for guests 18+

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Adult x 1, Child x 0, Infant x 0

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Arrival & Briefing

30 MinuteVisit

The Tbilisi: Mtskhe Experience

30 MinuteOptional

Lunch Break / Leisure Time

30 MinuteVisit

Return to Hotel

30 MinuteOptional

Customer Reviews

4.7
Based on 4 reviews
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Joseph D.
3 weeks ago
An brilliant time we had! Highly recommended. Definitely a highlight of our trip!
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Barbara A.
2 weeks ago
An amazing experience from start to finish. Definitely a highlight of our trip!
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Linda J.
2 months ago
An unforgettable experience from start to finish. Definitely a highlight of our trip!
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Thomas W.
1 week ago
An wonderful value for money. Everything was perfectly organized. Definitely a highlight of our trip!
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