From Tbilisi: Private Tour to Gori-Uplistsikhe-Borjomi 1
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From Tbilisi: Private Tour to Gori-Uplistsikhe-Borjomi

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Tbilisi, Georgia

About this activity

A comprehensive 12-hour private day tour from Tbilisi combining three of Georgia's most significant sites: the ancient rock-hewn cave city of Uplistsikhe, Stalin's birthplace museum in Gori, and the natural beauty of Borjomi. Perfect for first-time visitors wanting to experience Georgian history, culture, and landscape in a single immersive journey.

Meeting point: Tbilisi ( the tour includes pick up from the hotel )

Endpoint: Tbilisi ( the tour includes drop off at the hotel )

Available dates: Every day

Pick up time: 09:00

End time: 21:00

Duration: 12 hours


Georgia is a unique county! It is known for its long and interesting history, cultural heritage, and fascinating nature! On this tour, you have an incredible possibility to get a taste of Georgia in one day. First, by visiting ancient Cave Town - Uplistsikhe, you will learn many facts about Georgian history! Also, you will visit Stalin Museum in the small town of Gori! And next, you will travel to Borjomi, known for its beautiful nature, fresh air and mineral water! You will be fascinated by the views.

09:00 Pick up from the hotel

Our guide picks you up from the hotel at 09:00 and takes you to our company for the check-in procedure, then an unforgettable trip begins.

11:00 Uplistsikhe Cave-town
Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes

Uplistsikhe is an antique rock-hewn town in eastern Georgia. It was built on a left bank of the Mtkvari River, contains multiple structures dating from the Early Iron age to the Late Middle Ages, and is notable for the unique mixture of various rock-cut cultures from Anatolia and Iran coexistence of pagan and Christian architecture.

13:00 Lunch in a Local Family
Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes

Unique possibility to feel as native. Visit a local family and enjoy homemade, traditional, delicious food.

14:45 Stalin Museum Or Free Time In Gori (Optional)
Duration: 1 hour

Stalin Museum is a museum dedicated to the life of Joseph Stalin, the leader of the Soviet Union, who was born in Gori. The Museum retains its Soviet-era characteristics, Stalin's Original house and Stalin's railway carriage.

In Case Of Free Time in Gori (Optional)

Discover the city Gori, populated since the early Bronze Age. According to medieval Georgian annals, King David IV founded Gori. The fortress of Gori (Goris Tsikhe) appears to have been in use already in the 7th century, and archaeological evidence indicates an urban community in Classical Antiquity. In the 2008 Russo-Georgian war, the town came under aerial attack by the Russian air force from the outset of the conflict.

17:30 Borjomi Central Park
Duration: 1 hour

Our next stop will be one of the most famous places in the Samtskhe-Javakheti region - Borjomi Mineral Water Park. This place has a history of more than 200 years. Here you can spend a wonderful, relaxing day with your family or friends, enjoy unique Georgian nature and taste uncomparable mineral water you won't find in any other country. "Borjomi" water is one more reason to be proud of it! It is born in volcanic depth and rises many kilometers up to the surface, and reaches our cups filled with carbons and minerals on the way. It's well-known worldwide and goes to export not only as soda but also as a medicine that includes dozens of vitamins for your body. The park by itself will take your breath away and will make you forget everything! But then, you'll find yourself in the middle of the mountains where the waterfall and river peacefully flow. This place is perfect for spending the whole day walking down the paths, trying delicious food, and having fun at attractions with kids.


21:00 Drop off at the hotel

Highlights:

  • Uplistsikhe City Caves
  • Gori
  • Stalin Museum
  • Borjomi
  • Borjomi Central Park

Highlights

  • ✓Explore Uplistsikhe's 5,000-year-old rock-cut structures carved into cliffs above the Mtkvari River
  • ✓Lunch with a local Georgian family featuring homemade traditional cuisine
  • ✓Visit Stalin Museum in Gori with insights into Soviet-era Georgia
  • ✓Relax in Borjomi's nature reserves and experience Georgia's famous mineral water springs
  • ✓Private guide and hotel-to-hotel transport included throughout

Insider tips

  • ★Wear sturdy walking shoes for Uplistsikhe's uneven rocky terrain and steep staircases
  • ★Bring water and sun protection—the cave town has minimal shade despite riverside location
  • ★The local family lunch is the highlight for most travellers; ask your guide about dietary preferences in advance
  • ★Visit Borjomi's main mineral water spring in the evening when it's less crowded and the light is better for photos

Good to know

  • •Hotel pickup begins at 09:00; confirm your location with supplier the day before
  • •Full itinerary runs 12 hours (09:00–21:00); bring snacks for the coach journey
  • •Uplistsikhe involves climbing narrow passages and uneven surfaces; not suitable for mobility issues
  • •Stalin Museum visit or free time in Gori is optional—discuss preferences with your guide on the day

Who it's for

History buffs interested in Caucasian archaeology and Soviet heritageFirst-time Georgia visitors seeking a condensed cultural overviewNature lovers wanting to experience Borjomi's forested landscapes and wellness traditionsFamilies and groups preferring private, guided experiences over group tours

Best time to visit

Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) offer comfortable temperatures for walking around Uplistsikhe and exploring Borjomi. Avoid winter when rock pathways can be slippery and summer midday heat is intense in the cave town.

Frequently asked questions

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