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Chiatura: Journey Through Time – Day-trip Adventure

4.9  / 5
21 reviews
Activity provider:Friendly.ge: Transfers & Tours
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Chiatura: Journey Through Time – Day-trip Adventure

Activity provider:Friendly.ge: Transfers & Tours
4.9  / 5
21 reviews
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From US$ 69 US$ 58.65 per person

A tour to experience some lesser known Georgian sites, as you delve deep into the mining town of Chiatura. Built in the 1950s, this town may be dilapidated, but still oozes character and offers unique and wonderful views.

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Duration 10 hours
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
English, Russian
Pickup optional
Your accommodation in Tbilisi or Gori
Private or small groups available

Experience

Itinerary
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    Starting/pickup location

    Depends on the selected option

  • Car

    (1 hour)

    Local bakery

    Break time, Breakfast, Free time, Local snacks (15 minutes)

    Optional, Extra fee

  • Car

    (70 minutes)

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    Chiatura

    Photo stop, Visit (10 hours)

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    Mgvimevi convent

    Visit, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (45 minutes)

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    Old cable car station

    Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (30 minutes)

  • Car

    (30 minutes)

    Chiatura Memorial

    Photo stop, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (15 minutes)

    Optional

  • Car

    (15 minutes)

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    Katskhi Pillar

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Scenic views on the way (45 minutes)

  • Car

    (30 minutes)

  • Cable car

    (30 minutes)

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    Central Cable Car Station

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (10 minutes)

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    ყოფილი მოსწავლე-ახალგაზრდობის სასახლე

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (15 minutes)

    Local café

    Lunch, Regional food (1 hour)

    Optional, Extra fee

  • Car

    (10 minutes)

    Temur Magradze stadium

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (25 minutes)

    Optional

  • Car

    (2.5 hours)

  • 3 drop-off locations:

    Gori, Tbilisi, რიყე (ევროპის მოედანი) (მოთხოვნითი) მოპირდაპირედ

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights
  • Discover the stunning Katskhi Pillar
  • Learn about Georgia's mining history and the importance of manganese!
  • Admire the breathtaking views of steep valleys and deep gorges!
  • Enjoy a flexible and private tour tailored to your interests and needs!
  • Ride the cable cars and experience the past of Soviet Georgia!
Full description
Join us for an unforgettable journey into Georgia's industrial past with our one-day Urbex tour to Chiatura and the Katskhi Pillar from Tbilisi. Your adventure begins in the morning when your driver and guide meet you at your hotel or apartments in Tbilisi. First, we will visit the awe-inspiring Katskhi Pillar, a breathtaking 40-meter (130 ft) natural limestone monolith that towers over the Karshuna River gorge. At the top of the pillar, you will find a reconstructed 8th-century church and a small monastery where the only inhabitant is a monk named Maxime. He has lived in solitude and silence here for over 25 years, making this an extraordinary spiritual destination. Next, we will journey to Chiatura, an industrial town founded in the late 1800s, which played a vital role in Georgia's mining industry. The town offers a glimpse into a bygone era with its unique and Soviet-era cable car system still in use by locals. This transport system has over a dozen operating ropeway lines for passengers and two cargo lines for transporting manganese. The total length of the cableway exceeds 6,000 meters. As we explore the town, you will discover fascinating examples of brutalist architecture and hidden gems of the Soviet past. Chiatura is situated between steep valleys and deep gorges, offering a unique and unforgettable experience for visitors interested in urban exploration and industrial heritage. At the end of the day, we will drive you back to Tbilisi and drop you off at your hotel or residence. Don't miss this opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Georgian industrial heritage with our urbex tour to Chiatura and the Katskhi Pillar. Book now and explore this off-the-beaten-path destination with us!
Includes
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (for the private tours)
  • Sightseeing tour program with English-speaking guide
  • Cable car ride
  • Mineral water
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
Not suitable for
  • People with back problems
  • Wheelchair users
  • People under 3 ft 9 in (120 cm)

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Meeting point

Europe Square, T'bilisi, Georgia

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Sunscreen

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Baby carriages
  • Electric wheelchairs

Know before you go

  • Please note that some cable lines are closed or under repair and visiting them may not be possible
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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 21 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Service
    5/5
  • Organization
    5/5

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We were 4 people on the Chiatura trip, and we highly recommend it to all tourist visiting Georgia looking for an alternative way to explore the country. It was authentic and very beautiful. Alex (our guide) had an amazing knowledge about Georgia and the history and knew the answer to every question you might wonder about. Our driver (and second guide) also knew so much and they both just made our day better. They made us laugh and they provided us with both water, sunscreen and they asked about our needs in a very caring way. Overall, a great experience!

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July 19, 2023

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Blue – DenmarkVerified booking

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It was really a great experience and I enjoyed the trip to the maximum. The tour guid Alex was super kind, experienced and had great knowledge about the region and history. It was really a memorable day and I would definitely recommend this trip again.

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January 7, 2023

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Shereen – United Arab EmiratesVerified booking

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Our guide Alex and our driver David were really great. It was an awesome day for us - It was a perfect tour, the whole day was well organized and Alex gave us some hints and told us how to find some hidden gems on our further trip. They also asked us about our wishes (picknick, unusual foto-stops, coffee-breaks, ...) during the day and fitted everything possible in our plans for the day. They really know how to do such kind of tours!

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April 8, 2019

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