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Tour to Khor Virap, Geghard and Garni Temple, Group 8 hours

5.0/5 Yerevan from Haya Tours
  • Duration8 hours
  • Max Travelers15 people
  • Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
  • CategoryBus Tours, Cultural Tours

Overview

An hour drive will bring us to Khor Virap Monastery located in the Ararat plain situated about 100 meters away from the closed Turkish-Armenian border (sealed by barbed wire fencing) and defended by Russian military establishments.

Heading to south east of Armenia our 1st stop is the legendary Monastery of the Spear at Geghard Monastery. This UNESCO World Heritage site was carved into the rock to house one of the most cherished relics of Christianity.

We continue our drive to Garni village and stop in a family restaurant to have our lunch there and try lavash(flatbread made in a tandoor).

We visit Garni Temple, a first century A. D. Graeco-Roman pagan temple probably devoted to Mithra. We may hear Armenian visitors give an impromptu choral concert.

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What's included

  • Daily water bottle

  • Modern minivan with A/C

  • English speaking licensed guide

What's Not included

  • Foods and Drinks

  • Personal Expenses

  • Souvenirs

Itinerary

  • The monastery is surrounded by green pasture lands and vineyards within the Ararat plain and is in view of Mount Ararat. The Arax (or Arakas) River flows close by, and the monastery is across from Aralu0131k, Turkey.

  • Enjoy amazing view of mountains from Charents Arch. At one of the passes right by the road there is the Arch of Charents (architect R. Israelian, 1957), from which opens a breathtaking view of the Ararat valley.

  • Geghard is a medieval monastery in the Kotayk province of Armenia, being partially carved out of the adjacent mountain, surrounded by cliffs. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site with enhanced protection status.

  • Lunch - Armenian traditional foodnnFrom the territory of the complex we can see the fine view on the gorge of Azat river.

  • Garni Temple, a first century A. D. Graeco-Roman pagan temple probably devoted to Mithra. We may hear Armenian visitors give an impromptu choral concert.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s lap

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

100% Refund 24 hours or more before the start time
0% Refund Less than 24 hours before the start time

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