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Geghard Monastery

Tushpa Wine Cellar

Armenian Opera Theatre

Khor Virap

Matenadaran

Ararat Museum

Cascade Complex

Vernissage

History Museum of Armenia

Swan Lake, Yerevan

Cafesjian Center for the Arts

Yerevan Brandy Company

Nearby destinations

Mtskheta-Mtianeti tours

Absheron tours

Kakheti tours

Kotayk Province, Armenia tours

Shida Kartli tours

Nearby sights

Kazbegi National ParkAttraction in Stepantsminda, Georgia

Narikala FortressAttraction in Tbilisi, Georgia

Gergeti Trinity ChurchAttraction in Stepantsminda, Georgia

SevanavankAttraction in Sevan, Armenia, Armenia

The Bridge Of PeaceAttraction in Tbilisi, Georgia

Svetitskhoveli CathedralAttraction in Mtskheta, Georgia

Yerevan: Private Khor Virap, Garni, & Gehgard Monastery Tour

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Activity provider:
Yerani Travel
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Yerevan: Private Khor Virap, Garni, & Gehgard Monastery Tour
Top rated
4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9
27 reviews

Take the chance to visit Khor Virap Monastery, the closest spot for a spectacular view of Mt. Ararat. Learn about the Pagan history of Armenia and Christianity in Garni Temple and Geghard Monastery.

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Duration 8 hours
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Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5
5 out of 5 stars
K
Kevin –

Tour was wonderful. Ahmad did a great job of getting me to all the sites in Armenia. He was able to answer specific questions pertaining to site. He ensured I was comfortable by providing safe transportation, bottled water, and ample time to enjoy the Armenian beauty.

5
5 out of 5 stars
R
Roy – Finland

Very educational tour. Good organising. Pleasant to travel and listen. Inspiring and joyful guide and a safe driver. Thanks

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Itinerary

  • Pickup location:

    Yerevan

  • Car

    (50 minutes)

  • Khor Virap

    Sightseeing (50 minutes)

  • Car

    (1 minute)

  • Garni Temple

    Sightseeing (40 minutes)

  • Geghard Monastery

    Sightseeing (45 minutes)

  • Charent's Arch

    Photo stop (20 minutes)

  • Car

    (30 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    Yerevan

Main stop
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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Embrace the fascinating view of Mount Ararat from the closest spot possible
  • Visit the Pegan Temple of Garni
  • Explore the Geghard Monastery

Full description

Khor Virap monastery is located about an hour’s drive away from the capital Yerevan, and offers an amazing view of Armenia’s defining symbol: the majestic Ararat. “Khor Virap” translates as “deep dungeon”, and was built on the place of the former royal prison, located on the historical site of Artashat. It was this very prison in which they detained Gregory the Illuminator, the first Armenian Catholicos, for an entire 13 years.

Your fantastic tour will introduce you to the exotic Pagan history of Armenia, before later introducing you to the development and spread of Christianity in the country. Your first stop will be Garni Temple (77 A.D.), which is the only standing heathen temple in the whole post-Soviet area. The temple is home to the Roman bath house with its mysterious mosaic which is made out of 30,000 pieces of natural stones, as well as the ruins of the royal palace which date back to the 3rd century A.D.

The monastic complex of Geghard is another historical site included in this tour. Translated to “Monastery of the Holy Lance”, it refers to the lance with which Longinus pierced Jesus as he was still hanging on the cross. The complex is a representation of 13th-century Armenia, which is considered to be the golden age of the country’s architecture. The most astonishing part however is the virtue of the architect, who cut the church right into the solid rock whilst also considering all the rules of Armenian architecture. On your way to the temple, there will be another short stop at the Charents Arch where you will be given the chance to enjoy one of the best moments of your trip to Armenia: a picturesque view of the Biblical Mount Ararat.

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off at your hotel
  • Guide (if option selected)
  • Wi-Fi on board
  • Bottled water
  • City map
  • Lunch
  • Entrance tickets

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4.9 /5
4.9 out of 5 stars

based on 27 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5
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Kevin – August 10, 2021 – Verified booking
Tour was wonderful. Ahmad did a great job of getting me to all the sites in Armenia. He was able to answer specific questions pertaining to site. He ensured I was comfortable by providing safe transportation, bottled water, and ample time to enjoy the Armenian beauty.
5
5 out of 5 stars
R
Roy – FinlandJanuary 21, 2023 – Verified booking
Very educational tour. Good organising. Pleasant to travel and listen. Inspiring and joyful guide and a safe driver. Thanks
5
5 out of 5 stars
A
Andrea – AustriaMay 29, 2023 – Verified booking
We enjoyed the day with our driver, Lyova, who was talkative and pleased to answer all questions about the way of life in Armenia, even the not so nice questions 😊 would definitely do it again, good value for the money also.

Product ID: 256697

Activity provider:
Yerani Travel
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