About this experience
Georgians are one of the oldest nations in the world, and we are proud of it. Through centuries and endless attacks of powerful enemies, this small country managed to preserve its culture, faith, and authenticity, vividly expressed in our numerous architectural monuments, with a special place occupied by the city of Gori.
Program
- One of the well-known temples of medieval architecture, Samtavisi (1030 AD) - a richly ornamented cross-dome basilica, a contender for inclusion in the World Heritage List.
- Stalin's House-Museum As the famous writer M.A. Sholokhov said: "There was a cult, but there was also a personality!" - a unique opportunity to unquestionably get acquainted with the most outstanding figure of the turbulent 20th century!
- Athens Zion - a remote monastery and a beautiful 7th-century church, most of the frescoes inside the church belong to the same era. A truly blessed place, imbued with centuries, where people have always lived to serve God!
- Uplistsikhe - one of the rarest monuments in the world, the ancient rock-hewn town-fortress! Several hundred different structures were carved in the ridge - temples, public buildings, houses, streets, squares, etc. The phenomenal rock architecture will give the impression of a journey into history, the stones will tell of past grandeur.
Organizational Details
- The tour includes full transfer and guide services
- Lunch and other expenses are paid separately
- Additional expenses: Uplistsikhe Museum-Reserve (15 GEL/person, children up to 2 years - free); Stalin Museum, including the inspection of the famous train carriage and the guidance of the museum's staff guide (15 GEL/person).
Sergey
February 20, 2024
Kostya is a dedicated traveler who knows perfectly well what tourists need from a guide in terms of format and depth. Pleasant, attentive, interesting, erudite, and open to communication. He is informative and correct, with a good sense of humor and clear language. Knowledgeable in photography, he g...
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Natalya
November 20, 2023
A very interesting tour. Uplistsikhe itself is an interesting place with a breathtaking view, there is even an audio guide. But with a good guide, it becomes much more interesting and informative. I recommend everyone to take this tour with Kostya, you won't regret it.
Alexander
March 6, 2022
An interesting and memorable tour around the Shida Kartli region with guide Kostya. We visited all the most iconic places of this region: the cave city of Uplistsikhe, the capital of the region - the city of Gori with the Stalin Museum and the Goritsikhe Fortress, the basilica of Samtavisi, and the ...
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