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Our cheerful and friendly staff makes this private tour really unique. The guides speak multiple languages (please mention your preferred language upon request), the drivers are experienced and non-smokers, the cars are clean and your impression is more than important for us.
Garni Pagan Temple is a masterpiece of classical hellenictical architecture, built by Armenian king Tirdates 1-st in 1-st century AD. Here Armenian sun god Mihr was worshipped two thousand years ago.
Fartger in Azat gorge your next destination will be Geghard Monastery, which is a UNESCO world heritage site. The complex is partrely carved in a giant basalt rock. The name Geghard is translated from old Armenian as “spear”. The famous spear which pierced Jesus Christ has been kept here for 5 centuries.
Duration: 5 hours
Total distance: 90 km
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1Charent's Arch
Short stop at the arch, best view point in front to Ararat mountain
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2The Monastery of Geghard
Named after the holy lance that pierced Christ’s side at the crucifixion, this World Heritage–listed monastery is carved out of the rock face of the Azat River Gorge. Legend has it as founded in the 4th century and its oldest surviving chapel dates back to the 12th century. The hugely atmospheric Surp Astvatsatsin (Holy Mother of God Church) dates from 1215 and features wonderful carvings; its adjoining gavit (vestibule) with its nine arches was built between 1215 and 1225.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Garni Temple
Garni Pagan Temple is a masterpiece of classical hellenictical architecture, built by Armenian king Tirdates 1-st in 1-st century AD. Here Armenian sun god Mihr was worshipped two thousand years ago.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Animals or pets allowed
- Free pick-up and drop off at any location in Yerevan.
- Infants must not sit on laps
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Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Animals or pets allowed
- Free pick-up and drop off at any location in Yerevan.
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Not stroller accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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