Day trip to: Kasakh Canyon and Amberd Fortress

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4 to 5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

The Armenian alphabet is an alphabetic writing system used to write Armenian. It was developed around 405 AD by Mesrop Mashtots, an Armenian linguist and ecclesiastical leader. The system originally had 36 letters; eventually, three more were adopted.

What's Included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
Parking Fees
Lunch
Gratuities
Alcoholic Beverages

Meeting and pickup

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

We pick up from any hotel in Yerevan.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Saghmosavank Monastery

    The Saghmosavank is a 13th-century Armenian monastic complex located in the village of Saghmosavan in the Aragatsotn Province of Armenia. Saghmosavank is situated atop the precipitous gorge carved by the Kasagh river.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Armenian Alphabet Monument

    In 2005, the Armenian alphabet celebrated its 1600th birthday. In commemoration, it was given a gift of 39 giant, carved Armenian letters, strategically placed near the final resting place of the man who created the alphabet, Mesrop Mashtots.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Amberd Fortress

    Continue to Yerevan visit the Amberd Fortress, located at 2,300m above sea level. The southern slope of Mt. Aragats hosts this 7th century medieval fortress, the patrimony of Pakhlavuni princes, and one of the few surviving castles in the country.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Armenia Experience Private Tours & Excursions

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