Group excursion from Gyumri ․ Khor Virap, Areni (winery-cave), Noravank, Shaki waterfall, Tatvanak complex

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A cozy corner in the heart of the Caucasus, Armenia has a very strong and at the same time very beautiful feature. One of the most powerful and beautiful wonders of the Armenian people and Armenia is its historical and cultural heritage, which embodies the flight of thought and creative art of the Armenian people. We will visit Khor Virap Monastery on the left bank of the Araks River. We will travel to Vayots Dzor region. Wine tasting will be organized as well.

We will also have the opportunity to enter the Cave of the Birds, where numerous finds dating back to 4200-3500 BC have been found, including plant remains, utensils, grape and apricot seeds, cane cloth, skulls, etc. A winery between 5,000 and 5,500 years old, which is considered the oldest winery in the world, has been discovered. The oldest shoes in the world were found. Then we will reach one of the ancient and mysterious monastery complexes of Noravank, which has a beautiful natural environment surrounded by mountain passes and reddish cliffs. Especially in the evening, under the last rays of the setting sun, the purple rocks and the man-made masterpiece are intertwined, forming a single whole. The area of the waterfall is very beautiful. Here you can see the rocks, caves where traces of human activity have been discovered, the waterfall itself has a truly fabulous view. The height is 15-17 m. We will see Kndzoresk, which is famous for its ancient cave dwellings, where people lived until the 1950s. Let's go down Satan's Bridge (Devil's Bridge). At the bottom of Tatev Monastery, in the 500-meter gorge of the Vorotan River, is one of the natural wonders of Armenia - Devil's Bridge. The natural bridge is 60 meters wide and 30 meters long. Then we will go up the winding road to Tatev monastery. Tatev monastery is a historical monument of the 9th century, an exceptional example of Armenian architecture, one of the oldest spiritual centers and the largest university of medieval Armenia. The "Tatever" or "Wings of Tatev" ropeway / air tramway takes us to the natural and historical treasures of Syunik. Let us explore the south of Armenia together.

During the tour you:

• We will see the village of Areni, which is mentioned in history in the 3rd millennium BC village and is known for the best wines. Areni wine with its unique aroma and subtle flavor holds a place of honor among the most respected Armenian wines. A visit to the village winery will prove it best.
• Let's go up to the Birds Cave at a height of 30 meters, which is located on the tributary of the Arpa River - Gnishik. The cave is located near the restaurant on the river bank - in the rock (the turn in the gorge on the right). You can get here by a path leading up the hill that leads to a triangular entrance pointing to the cave. The cave is a chain of caves connected by narrow passages. It has several small niches in the upper parts of the rock walls. The entrance is partially covered with large boulders.
• We will see the mysterious monastic complex of Noravank, which is surrounded by beautiful bright red rocks. It is considered one of the outstanding cultural and spiritual centers of medieval Armenia, the family tomb of the Princes of Orbelyan.
• Enjoy all the charm of Shaki Waterfalls, which is located on the Shaki River in the north of Sisian, the site of the waterfall is a deep gorge with rich rocks and caves. Most of the water of the river is drawn into the Shaki hydroelectric plant, with a small portion flowing through the waterfall. It is included in the list of state natural monuments of the Ministry of Nature Protection of the Republic of Armenia.
• We will see Old and New Kndzoresk, connected by a long swinging bridge, from which the four churches of Kndzoresk are visible. The bridge was built in 2012. The bridge is 160 meters long, 63 meters high and weighs 14 tons. The bridge can simultaneously "serve" about 700 people of average weight.
• Let's go down to the Bridge of Satan / Devil. This natural wonder has been shaped over thousands of years by the constant influence of water and wind, which polished the solidified lava masses. Not far from the bridge you can take a dip in the water of the hot springs. The more adventurous can go down to the river to see the mysterious figures beneath the springs.
• Climbing up to Tatev Monastery, we will see the strong walls, towering on impregnable cliffs, an ancient oil mill with sharpening stones, an exceptional medieval structure, and ancient frescoes by European masters.
• Then, as we approach the ''Tatever'' ropeway / aerial tramway, we will see the world's longest reversible aerial tramway listed in the Guinness Book of Records (5752 meters), an unforgettable 12-minute flight over the Vorotan Gorge at 320 meters above the skyline.

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STARTING PLACE: GYUMRI, NANE HOTEL

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