Guided tour: Khor Virap, Noravank Monastery, Areni, Jermuk

4.9
(244 reviews)

11 to 12 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

This tour offers a perfect mix of history, nature, and wellness. You'll visit the iconic Khor Virap with views of Mount Ararat, explore the stunning Noravank Monastery, and relax in the spa town of Jermuk, famous for its hot springs and waterfall. The journey also includes a stop at the Arch of Dreams and wine tasting in the ancient Areni region—making it a rich, scenic, and unforgettable experience.

What's Included

Professional guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
In the morning or during the tour, you will have the opportunity to enjoy Armenian aromatic gatha and take with you a bottle of our branded water, which will be with you throughout the day.
Jermuk's ropeway entrance fee

Meeting and pickup

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 to 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Khor Virap

    Many people know that Armenia is the first Christian country in the world. It was officially accepted in 301 when Grigor was released from the capital's prison, which was here before. He was imprisoned here for 13 years for his Christian faith. Being the last hope of the sick king, he cured him, after which the king accepted Christianity as the state religion. At the same time, the best view of Mount Ararat opens from here. Being very close to Ararat gives you the opportunity to see the entire structure of the mountain and admire its beauty.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Noravank Monastery

    Medieval Armenian taste and architectural talent were interblended in Noravank, founded in the 9th century, this monastery developed in the 13th and 14th centuries. Surrounded by high red-coloured mountains and built from stones taken from those rocks, Noravank harmoniously complements the local landscape, remaining unique in its kind.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Jermuk

    Arriving in Jermuk, we go to see the waterfall. The 68-70 meter high "Mermaid's Braids" waterfall tells us the legend of a forbidden love. According to this legend, a prince curses his daughter for meeting her lover, and then she turns into stone. Her hair still flows in the form of water, which is why the waterfall gets the name "Mermaid's Braids."

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Areni Wine Factory

    At the end of the tour, we visit the center of winemaking in the village of Areni, where we are hosted by the Areni Wine Factory. Our guests can taste different types of Armenian wines, including those made from Areni grapes. We will also see the cellar, where the wines are stored, and on the upper floor, there's a nice cafe.

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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