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A tour to enlighten the spirit. Visit the significant religious destinations of Armenia including St. Echmiadzin, the head church of Armenia and also the ‘sister’ church St Hripsime. See the breathtaking views of Mt. Ararat from Khor Virap monastery where the spark of Christianity started in Armenia. Descend and experience the underground dungeon pit. Visit a local artisan in Khor Virap village and enjoy a delicious homemade lunch with his hospitable family.
Discover the unique two Storey structure of Noravank Church nestled in the stunning brick-red cliffs of a gorge. Sample the local homemade wine at a traditional winery in the heart of the Areni wine region before heading back to Yerevan.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The tour departs from 54 Pushkin. However, the entrance is from Parpetsi street.
Itinerary
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1Saint Hripsime Church
This 7th century Armenia Cathedral listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the oldest surviving churches in the country. The cathedral was built on the spot where St Hripsime was martyred. Learn the tragic history of St Hripsime one of the first Christian Saints recognized by all churches.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Etchmiadzin Monastery
Etchmiadzin Cathedral built in 4-5th centuries is the mother church of the Armenian Apostolic Church. It is considered the first cathedral built in ancient Armenia, and often regarded the oldest cathedral in the world. Also a UNESCO world heritage site in its ground there is the oldest university in Armenia as well as the seat of the Catholicos, the head of the Armenian Apostolic church.
1 hour 10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Khor Virap
See the breathtaking views of Mt. Ararat from Khor Virap monastery where the spark of Christianity started in Armenia. Descend and experience the dungeon pit of Saint Gregory the Illuminator who spent 13 years in captivity. Learn the fascinating history of Saint Gregory and the conversion of Armenia.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Visit a local artisan in Khor Virap village and enjoy a delicious homemade lunch with his hospitable family.
1 hour 20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Noravank Monastery
On your way to the monastery wonder at the magnificent Gnishik Canyon, with its redstone cliffs and peaks it got its nickname as the "Grand Canyon of Armenia". Built in 13-14th centuries Noravank Monastery is one of the most special monastic complexes in the whole country. With its two story design and open dome it is one of a kind. Learn the romantic story of Momik the architect of Noravank and his stonework heritage.
1 hour 40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Areni
People of Areni have been making wine since the 4th millennia BC from the endemic Areni grape. Even 6000 years later people still make that same wine from the same grape using the same methods as their forefathers before. Sample the local homemade wine at a traditional wine cellar before heading back to Yerevan.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Drive through beautiful province famous for producing majority of agricultural products in Armenia.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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