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Tbilisi old town & soviet heritage - Private driver-guided Tour

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Overview

Explore the capital of Tbilisi with its roof-terracing houses, narrow cobbled stoned streets, ancient castles, rivers and waterfalls. Yes, Tbilisi has more to offer than any other city of its size in the world. this in-depth, half-day tour includes a private chauffeured excursion around the old part of the city. you will be guided by the local experienced tour leader who will show you the unique and unmissable things to do in your destination

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What's Included

  • WiFi on board
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Tour guide service

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities

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Itinerary

Stop 1

Your exploration begins at the 13th-century Metekhi Church, from there you’ll wind your way along narrow streets and stroll past the patterned balconies and colorful façades that are so characteristic of this city.

20 minutes •

Stop 2

Holy Trinity Cathedral is the most noticeable attraction in all of Tbilisi. The beauty and dimensions of the cathedral are truly breathtaking. Holy trinity cathedral standing at 101 meters is the highest church in all of Georgia.

30 minutes •

Stop 3

16 massive pillars show the history of Georgia and its rulers as well as the scenes from the life of Jesus. The Chronicle of Georgia is often referred to as “Georgian Stonehenge,”

30 minutes •

Stop 4

cable car connects Rike Park on the left bank of the Mtkvari river with Narikala Fortress. gaze at the fantastic 360-degree views of the city from the large windows of the car and have an easy ride to the top of the hill. The ride only takes a couple of minutes,

2 minutes •

Stop 5

It is the most known and ancient monument of Tbilisi 's antiquity; the townspeople call it “the heart and soul of the city”. The views over Tbilisi from the top of the fortress are superb.

15 minutes •

Stop 6

Europe Square in Tbilisi is becoming the hub of the city where people from different nationalities meet the Georgians in a fusion of peace, friendship and harmony

10 minutes •

Stop 7

Shardeni Street is one of the most popular and beautiful streets in Tbilisi. This pedestrian street is so well known that any guest that travels to Georgia never leaves this country without visiting Shardeni Street.

15 minutes •

Stop 8

It is currently the only Muslim shrine in the city. this simple red brick mosque is known for being a place of worship for both Sunni and Shia Muslims.

5 minutes •

Stop 9

Dry bridge is a must see flea market in Tbilisi which is located in the old historical part of the city. On the dry bridge you can find almost everything you were looking for, but mostly people come here for old coins, postcards, dishes, paintings, books, accessories, vintage phones, and cameras. Here citizens of Tbilisi bring out all the treasure from their houses to make money or just present their collections to the Tourists.

30 minutes •

Stop 10

Rustaveli is the central avenue with a length of 1500 meters. A large number of governmental, public, cultural, and business buildings are located along the avenue.

20 minutes •

Stop 11

The Bridge of Peace is a pedestrian bridge and one of the most famous tourist spots in the city. It connects district of Tbilisi Old Town with Rike Park over a river. This bridge is relatively young, it was opened for public just in 2010.

10 minutes •

Stop 12

sulfur bath houses with its dome-shaped roofs and tiled facades are visit card of Tbilisi, where legend says that Tbilisi was born. The bathhouses are located below ground level with only beehive-like domes visible on the surface.

20 minutes •

Stop 13

In this underground tunnel-shop you can find all sorts of typical Georgian tourist items. Everything is Made In Georgia here: from wine to handcrafted socks, from postcards to Georgian jams, sauces, spices and tea.

10 minutes •

Stop 14

Dry Bridge is an extraordinary flea market in the center of Tbilisi, perfect for lovers of old and antique things. There is a huge assortment of antiques, jewelry, old books and other small items.

15 minutes •

Stop 15

unique clock tower with hundreds of tiles instantly became a major architectural attraction of Tbilisi. Every hour an angel comes out with a small hammer to ring the bell. There is a small puppet theatre inside the tower and twice a day at noon and at 7 pm you can see a show – “The Circle of Life”.

10 minutes •

Stop 16

The last destination is Bazari Orbeliani that combines 35 modern food facilities and a food hall with various restaurants – both Georgian and offering other magnificent cuisines from all over the world.

25 minutes •

Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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