Private tour to UNESCO heritage Echmiadzin churches, Zvartnots and Sardarapat

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6 to 7 hours (approximately)
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On this 6-7-hour tour visit Echmiadzin Mother Cathedral (from outside), the main cathedral of the Armenian Apostolic Church and is the very first Christian cathedral in the World. It is listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Also see the church of St. Gayane and St. Hripsime churches that are among the three churches in Echmiadzin dedicated to the Christian women-martyrs escaped from Rome with their abbess Gayane. Both are listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The final stop is Zvartnots, the medieval temple of St. Gregory built in the 7th century. It was one of the tallest buildings of the time (45-49m). Today the ruins of the temple can be seen in Zvartnots. It is listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.Visit Sardarapat memorial sculptural complex and Ethnographic and military museums.

What's Included

Extra stops on the route upon request
Air-conditioned vehicles & professional drivers
Vehicle & passengers insurance
Bottled water
Free pick-up & drop-off within Yerevan
Professional English or Russian speaking guide service (if choosing "with a guide" option)
Lunch (6500-7000 AMD = 17-18 USD)
Zvartnots and Sardarapat entrance fee at 2300 AMD/ ~ 6 $ per person

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Itinerary

Duration: 6 to 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Etchmiadzin Monastery

    Mother Cathedral of Armenia, the 1st Christian church in the World. UNESCO heritage site Due to reconstruction works, it is possible to see Mother Cathedral only from outside

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Saint Hripsime Church

    tomb of St. Hripsime is located there. UNESCO heritage site

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Saint Gayane Church

    UNESCO heritage site

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Zvartnots Temple

    Ruins of Zvartnots temple with incredible view. UNESCO heritage site

    50 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Sardarapat Memorial

    This memorial sculptural complex is built in the sunny Ararat valley. By allegories it represents the Armenian-turkish battle in 1918 and glorifies the brilliant victory of Armenian people. Near the entrance of the complex there are two huge winged bulls symbolizing the persistence of Armenian nation and the alley fringed by five eagles leads to the Ethnography museum with a rich exhibition of Armenian culture, trades and crafts.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Hyur Service

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Cultural Tours
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