Group tour: Haghpat, Sanahin, Aghtala, Odzun, Mendz Er Cave

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Monastery of Sanahin

  Founded in the 10th century, the Sanahin monastery complex coincides with the period of the Bagratuni dynasty. The first church, Surb Astvatsatsin, was built in 51. The monastery has five churches, a library, a bell tower, an academy, and a royal tomb. By the way, the oldest academy in Armenia is located here. Along with Haghbat, Sanahin was among the first to be included under UNESCO's global protection.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Haghpat Monastery

  Haghbat is located close to Sanahin and is a vast monastic complex with many churches and religious and secular buildings. The first church, Surb Nshan, was built in 976. The biggest library in Armenia was found in Haghbat, where there was a special way to store books. They were placed in the holes, and wine was placed with them in an open state so that moisture would not spoil the manuscripts. Haghbat has been an important center of Armenian history, culture, and education for centuries.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free
• 3
  Akhtala Monastery

  The church named after Saint Mariam Astsvatsatsin of the Akhtala monastery complex is the largest in the region among the churches named after the holy virgin. With its unique frescoes, architecture and sculptures, this monastery has been a spiritual centre for Armenians and many other peoples for centuries. In the territory of the monastery complex are St. Grigor Lusavorich church, underground bath, royal palace and other buildings. Due to the abundance of copper, the settlement was named Akhtala, after which the monastery was named. Akhtala is one of the unique historical and cultural places with its passport, a record in the form of a khachkar, in which it is written that Mariam, the daughter of King Kyurike, founded the monastery.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Odzun Church

  Odzun Church, located in Armenia's Lori Province, is an 8th-century basilica originally built in the 4th century, notable for its unique architectural features and intricate carvings. It serves as a significant cultural and historical site, reflecting Armenia's rich Christian heritage and attracting visitors with its artistic brilliance and surrounding ancient cemetery.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Alaverdi

  Mendz Er cave The cave is located in Alaverdi, on the road to Sanahin Monastery. The complex is a museum-restaurant, one part of which is inside the cave and the other outdoors. Visitors can admire the beautiful views of Debed Gorge and surrounding settlements. The complex offers Armenian and international cuisine.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

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

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