Scenic Flight Over Tbilisi, Mtskheta & Uplistsikhe: 30–45 Min

See Georgia's landmarks from above instead of from the ground

A private scenic flight over Tbilisi and surrounding Georgian landmarks, including aerial views of Mtskheta, Jvari Monastery, Shiomgvime Monastery and Uplistsikhe. The flight lasts 30–45 minutes aboard a modern fixed-wing aircraft with a licensed pilot. Weather and air traffic may affect which sites are visible on the day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Jvari Monastery5m
2. Tbilisi Sulphur Baths10m

Scenic flight over Georgian landmarks

• Fly over ancient capital Mtskheta
• View Jvari Monastery from the air
• See Shiomgvime Monastery canyon views
• Fly above Uplistsikhe cave city
• Enjoy aerial views of Tbilisi

The experience

Mtskheta, Georgia's ancient capital, unfolds below as the aircraft climbs: its historic landscape and surrounding valleys visible in a way no ground tour can match. From there the flight passes over Jvari Monastery, the UNESCO-listed landmark perched where the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers meet, then continues west to Shiomgvime Monastery, a secluded complex set deep within a dramatic canyon. The route also takes in Uplistsikhe, one of Georgia's oldest cave settlements, its rock-hewn chambers and passages visible from above as a sprawling ancient city carved into the hillside. Tbilisi itself appears last, the capital and its surrounding landscape spread across the horizon from a vantage point no street-level tour reaches.

The flight is private, which means no shared cabin, no waiting for other groups, and no fixed itinerary that crowds into a bus schedule. A licensed pilot handles the aircraft, a modern fixed-wing plane built for visibility and comfort. Fuel, airport fees and private ground transportation are included, so there are no hidden costs or logistics to arrange once you arrive. The experience avoids the traffic and crowds of traditional sightseeing entirely: the landmarks stay the same, but the perspective is entirely different.

Weather and air traffic control decisions on the day may limit which sites the flight reaches, so the full route is not guaranteed. The 30–45 minute window means the flight itself is focused and efficient, not a long day commitment. Suitable for all fitness levels, the experience requires only that you board the aircraft and look out the window.

What’s included

• Private scenic flight aboard a modern fixed-wing aircraft.
• fuel and airport fees.
• private ground transportation.
• professional licensed pilot.
• all necessary equipment.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00 and 10:30

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (3 to 90 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effort

Operated by Individual Entrepreneur Vazha Gakharia

Is this one for you?Choose this over a ground tour if you want to see these landmarks from above rather than from a bus seat, and you're traveling as a private group.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

What will I see on the scenic flight over Georgia?

The flight passes over Mtskheta, Georgia's ancient capital, then Jvari Monastery where two rivers meet, Shiomgvime Monastery in its canyon, and Uplistsikhe, an ancient rock-hewn city. Tbilisi and its surrounding landscape appear on the return. Weather and air traffic may affect which sites are visible on your departure day.

How long is the scenic flight and what aircraft will I fly in?

The flight lasts 30–45 minutes aboard a modern fixed-wing aircraft with a licensed pilot. The plane is designed for visibility and comfort during the aerial tour.

Is this a private flight or will I share the aircraft with other passengers?

This is a private scenic flight experience, so you and your group fly alone without other passengers sharing the cabin.

What is included in the price of the scenic flight?

The price includes the private flight itself, fuel and airport fees, private ground transportation, necessary equipment, and a professional licensed pilot.

What happens if the weather is bad on the day of my flight?

Weather conditions may affect which landmarks are visible or whether the full route is possible. Air traffic control decisions on the day may also limit the sites the flight reaches.