Private Tour to Khor Virap Noravank Birds Cave Wine Degustation

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8 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
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Offered in: English

Embark on a captivating exploration of Armenia's most intriguing attractions! Begin at the Khor Virap Monastery, boasting breathtaking views of Mount Ararat, then head to Noravank, the only two-storied monastery in the country. Round out your day with a delightful wine-tasting session in Areni, an ancient village renowned for its exquisite wines, and a visit to the fascinating Areni-1 or 'Birds Cave'.

What's Included

Comfortable vehicle, Professional guide service,Entrance tickets, Water
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up guests from anywhere in Yerevan

Drop-off point
Yerevan

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Khor Virap

    Khor Virap is the most famous pilgrimage site in Armenia, as it is directly connected with the adoption of Christianity. As a state religion, Christianity in Armenia was adopted in 301 due to endeavors of Saint Gregory The Illuminator, who, before converting King Trdat The 3rd to Christianity, was imprisoned in the dungeon, over which a church of Khor Virap monastery was built in the 17th century. From the monastery one can admire the stunning view of the Biblical Mount Ararat.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Noravank Monastery

    Passing a narrow road, surrounded by rocks of hundred caves, one discovers a scene of harmony of architecture with nature. The monastery, enshrined with fine architectural solutions and luxurious embellishments, is one of the brightest examples of Armenian architecture of the 13th century. Noravank consists of St. Karapet, St. Gregory The Illuminator churches and St. Astvatsatsin (Holy Mother of God) two-storey church, which is notable for its ideal constructive and sculptural work.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    T'rchuneri (Bird) Cave

    The cave is situated 12 km from Yeghegnadzor, on the left bank of river Areni. It consists of 3 halls, has approximately 500 m² area, the large part of which still hasn’t been explored. As a result of studies, metal knives, fruit seeds, grain residues, rope, dishes, clothing, dried grapes and plums, dated to 4200-3500 BC, were found in the cave. The oldest leather shoe of the world was found right here. It is more than 5500 years old. Also, in the same area, there were found world’s oldest women’s skirt (3900 BC), as well as the first winery in the whole world. Nowadays the mentioned winery is considered to be the ancient one and it is referred to 4th millennium BC. No one has lived inside the cave, at the meantime, wine consumption was of ritual meaning for people.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Areni Wine Factory

    After the end of the tour you will visit a family winery and taste the wine.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Yerevan

    Trip from Yerevan to the Points of Interest and back, and a stop for meal and free time will fill the rest of the time

    5 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Jerm Travel

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Private and Luxury
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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