Group Tour: Garni, Symphony of Stones, Geghard, Lavash Baking

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5 to 6 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Join the group to explore most amazing attractions of Armenia! First up visit Garni, the only pagan temple which exists in Armenia. See the "Lavash" (Armenian bread) baking is one of the most beautiful and common Armenian national traditions before moving onto Geghard monastery, a complex which is carved in a cave. 

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicles
Vehicle & passengers insurance
Professional guide: ENG + RUS consecutively
Symphony of stones visit or sujukh-making master class when road to canyon is closed in winter
WiFi in the vehicles
Bottled water & pastries | Master class & tasting
Admission tickets
Lunch stop
Hotel pick-up & drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Hyur Service

on the left hand, little bit down from Nalbandyan and Tumanyan corner

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 to 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Hyur Service

    starting and ending point

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Charent's Arch

    viewing point

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Garni Temple

    Garni temple, which towers over a triangular cape, is the unique survived example of heathen culture in Armenia. It is a blend of Greco-Roman and Armenian styles. King Trdat The First ordered building the temple in the first century AD and dedicated it to the God of Sun. After adopting Christianity in 301, the pagan temple lost its significance and the fortress of Garni became the summer residence of the kings. Nowadays the ruins of the royal palace and the bathroom with a stunning mosaic work can be found near the temple. The guest will have a chance to participate in Lavash baking procedure nearby.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Symphony of Stones

    In Garni canyon one can explore stunning geological monuments, represented by columnar basalts, which are the result of lava flows. Basalt masses are broken into polyhedral columns, which, due to their regularity of form, have gained the name "Basaltic Organ".

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    The Monastery of Geghard

    Geghard monastery is the unsurpassable masterpiece of the 13th century Armenian architecture. Some of the churches of the complex are masterfully hewn in a huge rock. From the outset the complex was called Ayrivank (cave monastery), later it was renamed Geghard (lance) as the lance, used by the roman soldier to sting Jesus Christ's side, had been kept in this monastery for many centuries. Due to its construction, Geghardavank serves the best place for singing spiritual songs. The complex is rich in subtle sculptural embellishments and many striking khachkars (cross-stones). The site is included in UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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