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Group Tour to Tatev Monastery, Shaki waterfall, Hin Areni wine factory
- Max Travelers15 people
- CategoryAttractions & Museums, Natural Attractions
Overview
Hin Areni Wine Factory: Begin your journey with a visit to the “Hin Areni” wine factory in the Areni village. Here, you’ll tour the facility and sample renowned local wines, delving into Armenia’s ancient winemaking traditions.
Tatev Monastery and Wings of Tatev Ropeway: Conclude the tour at the 9th-century Tatev Monastery, a significant spiritual and historical site perched atop a scenic plateau. Access the monastery via the “Wings of Tatev,” the world’s longest non-stop reversible aerial tramway, providing breathtaking views of the Vorotan Gorge.
Shaki Waterfall: Proceed to the picturesque Shaki Waterfall, located near Sisian in the Syunik province. This 18-meter-high cascade offers a serene environment, perfect for relaxation and photography.
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What's included
Bottled water
one way ropeway ticket
Fuel surcharge
What's Not included
Lunch
Itinerary
Start your tour at a central meeting point at 10:00 am. Then, travel by comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle into the southern regions of Armenia.u00a0 nnAfter passing along a narrow road between rock walls carved with hundreds of caves, arrive at your first stop: Noravank Monastery. Tucked in a quiet valley and built to harmonize beautifully with its backdrop of craggy mountains, this stunning building boasts wonderful architecture and ornate embellishments, making it one of the best examples of Armenian 13th-century architecture.u00a0 nnNoravank consists of three churches: St. Karapet, St. Grigory the Illuminator, and the 2-story St. Astvatsatsin (Holy Mother of God), the latter noteworthy for its impressive sculptural work.u00a0 nnYour next stop is the Tatev Monastery, once the wealthiest medieval monastery in Armenia. Aside from serving as a religious and educational center, this spectacularly situated complex was an important strategic strongholdu00a0for the medieval Syunik kingdom and impregnable for being located on a high basalt plateau above the Vorotan River Gorge.u00a0 nnIn times of danger, residents of the monastery used secret tunnels and passageways that led to the canyon below to maintain links with the outside world.u00a0 nnNext up, ride the u2018Wings of Tatevu2019, a 3.5-mile (5.7-kilometer) cableway high over the river gorge and lushly forested hills. Built in 11 months, the cableway is the worldu2019s longest without stops and supported by three towers between two terminals: one overlooking the village of Halidzor and the second near the monastery, on the road to Tatev village. Two cabins operate at once, traveling in opposite directions, and the journey serves upu00a0spectacular views.u00a0 nnBreak for a tasty lunch (own expense) at a restaurant near the cableway, having chosen your preferred meal from a menu of four options beforehand.u00a0 nnAfter your visit to Tatev, return to Yerevan where your tour finishes at the original central meeting point.
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.