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A historic site with a church, a mountain in the background, and a dirt road. 1
A grand hall with high vaulted ceilings, large stone arches, and a central fire-lit area. 2
A historic church with a dome and bell towers, set against a mountainous backdrop. 3
A historic building complex surrounded by rugged mountains and greenery. 4
Two people standing in front of a stone wall with a sign and a wooden chest. 5
By Yerani Travel LLC

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Price is CHF 32 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Discover Armenia’s most iconic landmarks in one unforgettable journey.

    Start at Khor Virap Monastery, where breathtaking views of Mount Ararat create the perfect photo moment. Continue to the serene Azat Reservoir, surrounded by the rolling Yeranos Mountains.

    Explore the 1st-century Garni Temple, the only standing pagan temple in the Caucasus, dedicated to the sun god Mihr. Marvel at the nearby Symphony of Stones, a spectacular basalt formation shaped by nature over millennia.

    Visit the rock-carved Geghard Monastery and experience traditional Lavash baking in a Tonir.

    History, nature, and authentic culture — all in one inspiring day.

Activity location

  • Khor Virap
    • Highway 11 - Near the village of Pokr Vedi, Artashat
    • 0612, Lusarat, Armenia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Alexander Tamanian Statue
    • 10 Moskovyan pokhoc
    • 0009, Yerevan, Yerevan, Armenia

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Small-Group Tour

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
CHF 28.12 x 1 AdultCHF 28.12
Paid at activityCHF 4.03
Total
Price is CHF 32.15
Until Mon, 31 Aug
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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    WiFi on board
  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Lavash baking and tasting
  • Inclusions
    Local Sweet "Gata"
  • Inclusions
    Guide service
  • Exclusions
    Optional, €6 - €14 per person
  • Exclusions
    Entrance Ticket to Garni Temple
  • Exclusions
    Entrance Ticket to "Symphony of Stones"

Know before you book

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Activity itinerary

Khor Virap

  • 50m
Your adventure will begin with a visit to the Khor Virap Monastery, located at the foot of the majestic Mount Ararat. Saint Gregory the Illuminator was imprisoned here before bringing Christianity to Armenia, making it the first country to adopt Christianity as its state religion.

Azat Reservoir

  • 25m
Here you can enjoy Azat Reservoir's serene and scenic surroundings and have great photos.

Garni Temple

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Garni Temple (77 A.D.) is the only standing heathen temple in the whole post-Soviet area. The temple gracefully stands on a high plateau overlooking the Azat river gorge. The greek-roman bath house with the mosaic, made out of 30,000 pieces of natural stones, as well as the ruins of the royal palace, will take you to 3rd century A.D.

Symphony of Stones

  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
The Symphony of Stones is a stunning natural wonder. It features tall, column-like volcanic rock formations that create a breathtaking landscape.

The Monastery of Geghard

  • 50m
The Monastery complex of Geghard is another historical site included to this tour. St. Geghard symbolizes the lance with which the Roman centurion pierced Jesus after crusifixion. Later the lance had been brought to Armenia and kept in Geghard Monastery for 5 centuries. The complex presents Armenia of 13th century, which is considered to be the Golden Age of the country’s architecture. However, the most astonishing part of this complex is its architectural solution churches drilled into the solid rock that were constructed in accordance to the rules of Armenian architecture.

Charent's Arch

  • 15m
Charents Arch is a spectacular place to view Mt. Ararat and her valley.

Location

Activity location

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    Khor Virap
    • Highway 11 - Near the village of Pokr Vedi, Artashat
    • 0612, Lusarat, Armenia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Alexander Tamanian Statue
    • 10 Moskovyan pokhoc
    • 0009, Yerevan, Yerevan, Armenia

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