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Tbilisi: Mtatsminda — The Hidden Side of the Holy Mountain

By Off the Map
Free cancellation available
Price is €58 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Discover the secrets of Tbilisi’s past at Mtatsminda Monastery
  • Ride the iconic Funicular to the top of the mountain for stunning views
  • Learn about the cultural and historical layers of Mtatsminda
  • Hear mystical legends and lesser-known criminal stories from your guide
  • Enjoy plenty of amazing photo-stop moments along the way

Activity location

    • Tbilisi
    • Tbilisi, Tbilisi, Georgia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 12 Mtatsminda St, T'bilisi 0108, Georgia | Your guide will be waiting at 12 Mtatsminda Street. It’s a small and easy-to-find location, but we recommend noting your WhatsApp number when booking, so we can contact you in advance for a smooth meeting.
    • T'bilisi, Tbilisi, Georgia

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Small Group - Hidden Side of Mtatsminda

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Price details
€58.00 x 1 Adult€58.00
Total
Price is €58.00

Private Tour - Hidden Side of Mtatsminda

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Price details
€78.00 x 1 Adult€78.00
Total
Price is €78.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional, knowledgeable local guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided walk through Mtatsminda old cemetery and monastery
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Pickup and drop-off (available if selected)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Historical storytelling about 6th-century Mtatsminda and its legends
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Mystical and criminal history stories connected to the mountain
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Funicular ride
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to Mtatsminda Park viewpoint and hidden spots away from the crowds
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Photography assistance (your guide will happily take photos for you)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Surprise tasting (available if selected)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Cable car ride (available if selected)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Small group atmosphere (or private experience — depending on booking choice)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips (not mandatory, but always appreciated)

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Oversize luggage
  • Not suitable for: Wheelchair users
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

Discover Mtatsminda from its very beginnings — through the ancient monastery and the historic cemetery that guard the secrets of Tbilisi’s past. Start with a gentle walk up this holy mountain, where the atmosphere slowly transforms and the city skyline opens beneath your feet.

After exploring its 6th-century spiritual heritage, continue your journey by riding the iconic Funicular to reach the very top of the mountain. Throughout the tour, your knowledgeable local guide will uncover not only the cultural and historical layers of Mtatsminda, but also its mystical legends and lesser-known criminal stories that shaped this place into something truly unique.

Wander among charming attractions surrounded by forest, breathe the fresh mountain air while still being in the heart of Tbilisi, and enjoy plenty of amazing photo-stop moments along the way.

You can add pickup, drop-off, or both during booking if needed.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    • Tbilisi
    • Tbilisi, Tbilisi, Georgia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 12 Mtatsminda St, T'bilisi 0108, Georgia | Your guide will be waiting at 12 Mtatsminda Street. It’s a small and easy-to-find location, but we recommend noting your WhatsApp number when booking, so we can contact you in advance for a smooth meeting.
    • T'bilisi, Tbilisi, Georgia
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 12 Mtatsminda St, T'bilisi 0108, Georgia | Your guide will be waiting at 12 Mtatsminda Street. It’s a small and easy-to-find location, but we recommend noting your WhatsApp number when booking, so we can contact you in advance for a smooth meeting.
    • T'bilisi, Tbilisi, Georgia