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Duration
9 Hours
Tour Type
Group Tours
Group Size
19 people
Location
Yerevan, RA
Overview
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Khor Virap monastery, Noravank monastery, Areni – 1 “Birds” Cave, winery (excursion and wine tasting)
Although there are various historical landmarks in Armenia, the oldest and most well-known is probably the Biblical Mount Ararat. This is why our tour promises a spectacular view from the closest spot possible.
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 of the place of the former royal prison, located on the historical site of Artashat. It was this prison in which they kept Gregory the Illuminator, the first Armenian Catholicos, for a whole 13 years. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that this place is one of the most sacred spots for Armenians around the world. Likewise, it’s also the closest point to the Mount Ararat from Armenia; very often this spot becomes the number 1 reason to visit our country!
The tour will take you to the Areni – 1 “Birds” Cave. In 2008, archeologists discovered several of the world’s oldest artifacts, including a leather shoe and a winery. The site, overlooking Arpa River near the town of Areni, is claimed to date mostly to the Early Bronze Age (around 5,000-6,000 years ago). It also contains evidence of elaborate burial rituals and agricultural practices.
Another place that can’t be missed is Noravank. It is one of the gems of medieval Armenian architecture, nestled high among the stunning brick-red cliffs in the end of the Gnishik Canyon. Here you will see the one and only depiction of God the Father in Armenia, which is just as astonishing as the face of Jesus Christ that appeared on the dome of the Church’s narthex. Built by Orbelian noblemen, it stands out among our churches as the sepulcher of this noble family, making it unique since it was absolutely prohibited to bury people inside a church since the 5th century.
What concerns the “finishing touch” to this tour, you will be given a chance to taste and even purchase Armenia’s renowned Areni wine, made from the oldest grape variety in the whole world. The wine is available in several wineries in the actual town of Areni itself, which we will make a stop at before finishing the trip.
FREE CANCELLATION
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
INSTANT BOOKING
Immediate confirmation letter
MOBILE TICKETING
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GUIDE SERVICE
Russian, English
START POINT
The monument of A. Tamanyan, Cascade Complex
BENEFITS
Discounts for children
IMPORTANT TO KNOW
The purchase/booking of the service is IMMIDIATE. Immediately after purchase/booking made by you, you will receive confirmation email.
- In case of full purchase within few minutes full price of the service will be charged from your bank account/wallet.
- In case of purchase of booking voucher after few minutes financial measures equal to the price of booking voucher will be charged from your bank account/wallet.
Attention. In case of purchase of booking voucher the bank account/wallet entered by you will be attached to the bank and will be kept confidential. In case of violation of the terms of free cancellation of the service or failure to appear without the consent of the service provider, the Coordinator (platform) has the right to charge funds from the attached card/wallet in the amount of the appropriate penalty.
Included
Professional guide service (English, Russian)
Wi-Fi on board
All entrance tickets
Bottled water
Local sweets
Wine tasting
Highlights
Stop 1․ Khor Virap monastery
Stop 1․ Khor Virap monastery
“Khor Virap” translates as “deep dungeon”, and was built of the place of the former royal prison, located on the historical site of Artashat.
Stop 2․ Areni – 1 “Birds” Cave
Stop 2․ Areni – 1 “Birds” Cave
The site, overlooking Arpa River near the town of Areni, is claimed to date mostly to the Early Bronze Age (around 5,000-6,000 years ago).
Stop 3. Noravank monastery
Stop 3. Noravank monastery
It is one of the gems of medieval Armenian architecture, nestled high among the stunning brick-red cliffs in the end of the Gnishik Canyon.
Stop 4․ Old Areni winery
Stop 4․ Old Areni winery
You will be given a chance to taste and even purchase Armenia’s renowned Areni wine, made from the oldest grape variety in the whole world.
Travel Style
Cultural & historical
Nature & Adventure
Useful information
Where does the tour start?
Starting point: the monument of A.Tamanyan near Cascade Complex. Please be at the starting point 20 minutes before the start of the tour.
Please note
We can organize pick up from your hotel in the city center upon request FOR FREE.
The duration of the tour may vary depending on the weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances.
For security reasons the trip might be modified or cancelled in case of bad weather conditions.:
Purchase policy
You can purchase this service in full or book it for a small fee (booking voucher). If you purchase a booking voucher, you pay the rest of the cost of the service of your choice on the spot before providing the service.
The purchase or booking should be done at least 48 hours in advance. In case of reservations made after that, complications may arise during the organization of the service. Please, read carefully about the service information and if necessary, take with you your passport or other identification document (ex. Driving license) and wear appropriate clothes (if it is mentioned on the page of the service).
Attention: The booking voucher is for one-time use of the service you purchased.
In order to use the service, in case of purchasing both full and booking vouchers, it is necessary to submit the purchase receipt electronically or in print (QR code).
Cancellation policy
Cancellation can be made only in case of full purchase. In case of cancellation of the booking voucher the money will not be refunded, but that can be used for another day or for purchasing another service.
Without any penalty full purchase cancellation is available at least 24 hours in advance. After that, the whole value of the service is non-refundable in case of purchase, cancellation, as well as without the consent of the service provider. The date can only be changed at least 24 hours before the first day of the service, with the consent of the partner, according to the availability of those days.
For full information on money refund and other costs related to that can be found in the Public Contract.
COVID-19 safety rules
We strictly follow the COVID-19 safety rules of the RA government. Please, take masks and individual sanitizers with you.
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