Tbilisi Full Day Tour: Narikala Fortress, Funicular & Cathedral

Seven hours moving between old and new Tbilisi: cathedral, fortress, two cable rides, and a mountain park walk.

A full-day guided tour of Tbilisi combining driving and walking through the capital's historical districts, with stops at Holy Trinity Cathedral, Metekhi Church, Narikala Fortress (reached by aerial tramway), and Mtatsminda Park (accessed by funicular). A professional guide and driver lead groups of up to 15 people, with bottled water provided throughout. The tour runs when at least two people book.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Tbilisi Sulphur Bathspassing by
2. Tbilisi Holy Trinity Cathedral1h
3. Metekhi Church30m
4. Tbilisi Aerial Tramway15m · entry included
5. Narikala Fortress30m
6. Tbilisi Funicular30m · entry included
7. Mtatsminda Park1h

Tbilisi city tour and sightseeing

• Meet guide near Big Bicycle monument
• Visit Holy Trinity Cathedral
• Explore Metekhi plateau and church
• Ride cable car to Narikhala Fortress
• Explore Narikhala Fortress
• Walk down to Legvtakhevi and Bathhouse district
• Shop at Meidan Square
• Take funicular to Mtatsminda mountain
• Walk in Mtatsminda park
• Drive back to place of stay

The experience

You meet your guide and driver at Rose Revolution Square near the Big Bicycle monument, then move through old and new Tbilisi by car and on foot. The day opens at Holy Trinity Cathedral, the largest Orthodox church in the South Caucasus region, before heading to Metekhi Church, which sits on a cliff overlooking the old city and the Mtkvari River and dates to the 13th century. From there you ride the aerial cable car up to Narikala Fortress, a 4th-century structure at the top, where you get views across the city before exploring the fortress itself.

After descending from Narikala, you walk through the Legvtakhevi area and the Bathhouse district, stopping at Meidan Square where there's time to browse for souvenirs. Then you take the funicular up Mtatsminda mountain to 729 meters above sea level and walk through Mtatsminda Park before the drive back to your accommodation. The tour lasts seven hours total and operates in all weather, so bring layers or rain gear depending on the season.

Groups stay under 15 people, and a professional English-speaking guide handles both narration and driving. Bottled water comes with you throughout the day. Children must have an adult with them, and infant seats are available if you're traveling with very young children. The tour runs once at least two people have booked it.

What’s included

• Professional English-speaking guide and driver for the full day.
• funicular ride to Mtatsminda Park.
• aerial cable car to Narikala Fortress.
• bottled water throughout the tour.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday to SundayDeparts at 09:30

Book up to18h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (7 to 11 years) · Infant (under 7): free

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

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

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats available

Operated by Georgian Holidays

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a guide narrating the main monuments while you split time between driving and walking through Old and New City: the mix suits varied energy levels.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (7 to 11 years); Infant (under 7): free.

What is Narikala Fortress and how do I get there?

Narikala Fortress dates to the 4th century and sits on a cliff overlooking Tbilisi's old city. You reach it by riding the aerial cable car up from the lower city, then explore the fortress and take in the views before walking back down through the historic Bathhouse district.

How much walking is involved in this tour?

The day combines driving and walking in roughly equal parts. You walk through the old city around Metekhi Church and Narikala, stroll the Bathhouse district and Meidan Square, and take a relaxing walk through Mtatsminda Park at the end, but the guide and driver handle the longer distances by car.

What's included in the price?

The tour includes the funicular ride up Mtatsminda mountain, the aerial cable car to Narikala Fortress, a professional guide and driver for the full day, and bottled water throughout. Lunch, dinner and gratuities are separate.

Can I book this tour if I'm traveling alone or with just one other person?

The tour requires at least two people to run, so a solo traveler or pair can book it, but it will only depart once that minimum is met. Groups are capped at 15 people per booking.