Private tour to Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery (UNESCO) & Symphony of Stones

5.0
(11 reviews)

4 to 5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

On this tour you will visit the must see attractions in Armenia, Garni temple the only Pagan temple in the former USSR where the Royal summer house of the Armenian kings was built 77 A.D. Also, you will explore one of the most beautiful rock-cut monasteries in the world - Geghard Monastery which is a UNESCO heritage site.

What's Included

Local Taxes
Bottled water
Professional English speaking tour guide
Parking Fees
Private Transportation
Wi-Fi in the Car
Modern transportation with strong AC
Meals
Entrance Free to Garni Temple - About 3 USD per person

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please advise your hotel name and the time that you would like to start the tour if 9:00 am is not a perfect time for you

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Yerevan

    Pick up from the hotel and drive to Kotayk region, it will take about 1 hour to reach Garni Village

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Garni Temple

    Garni Pagan Temple, the only Hellenistic Temple in the Caucasus and the former USSR. Gracing the hillside the pagan temple was dedicated to the God of Sun, Mithra. It was built in 77A.D. by the Armenian King Tiridates I.

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Garni Gorge

    Visit the stunning Garni Gorge (Symphony of Stones) where you can marvel at basalt rock formations – columns looking like honeycombs or pencils. The site stretches for a kilometer along the river…

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    The Monastery of Geghard

    Geghard Monastery (UNESCO), the most beautiful rock-cut medieval monastery in the world with its fascinating natural setting and decorative art carved inside the solid rock. It is the only place in Armenia where you can see a large number of the Armenian exquisite lace-type cross-stones carved on the rocks.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Yerevan

    Drive back to Yerevan

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Private Tours in Armenia

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Half-day Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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