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The tour begins at Khor Virap Monastery – with the most breathtaking views of the Biblical Mt. Ararat.
Azat Reservoir – a hidden gem surrounded by the mesmerizing rolling hills of Yeranos Mountains.
Next, the Pagan Temple of Garni - only standing Hellenistic pagan temple in the Caucasus Region, dating back to the first century AD - built as a temple to the sun god Mihr (Mithra).
The Symphony of Stones is a stunning natural wonder, one of the most unique natural phenomenon in the world - created over millennia by volcanic activity and erosion.
Geghard Monastery or Ayrivank is an important architectural, historical and religious sight in Armenia. Most of the monastery is carved inside a rock combined with architecture of 4th to 10th centuries of Armenian Renaissance.
During the tour you will also have the opportunity to get acquainted with the sacred cultural practice of the traditional bread making ceremony - baking Lavash in the Armenian Tonir.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1Khor Virap
Your adventure will begin with a visit to the Khor Virap Monastery, located at the foot of the majestic Mount Ararat. Saint Gregory the Illuminator was imprisoned here before bringing Christianity to Armenia, making it the first country to adopt Christianity as its state religion.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Azat Reservoir
Here you can enjoy Azat Reservoir's serene and scenic surroundings and have great photos.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Garni Temple
Garni Temple (77 A.D.) is the only standing heathen temple in the whole post-Soviet area. The temple gracefully stands on a high plateau overlooking the Azat river gorge. The greek-roman bath house with the mosaic, made out of 30,000 pieces of natural stones, as well as the ruins of the royal palace, will take you to 3rd century A.D.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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The Symphony of Stones is a stunning natural wonder. It features tall, column-like volcanic rock formations that create a breathtaking landscape.
40 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5The Monastery of Geghard
The Monastery complex of Geghard is another historical site included to this tour. St. Geghard symbolizes the lance with which the Roman centurion pierced Jesus after crusifixion. Later the lance had been brought to Armenia and kept in Geghard Monastery for 5 centuries. The complex presents Armenia of 13th century, which is considered to be the Golden Age of the country’s architecture. However, the most astonishing part of this complex is its architectural solution churches drilled into the solid rock that were constructed in accordance to the rules of Armenian architecture.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Charent's Arch
Charents Arch is a spectacular place to view Mt. Ararat and her valley.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Cancellation Policy
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- 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.
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