Group tour: Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery and Master Class
Group tour: Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery and Master Class
Get acquainted with the exotic pagan history of Armenia and in contradiction with that learn about the later development and spread of Christianity in the country with our group tour, which starts from Yerevan.Discover the pagan temple of Garni, which stands on a high plateau overlooking an incredibly beautiful scene. Continue your discoveries with the astonishing monastic complex of Geghard with its architectural solution churches drilled into the solid rock.Traditional bread Lavash baking and tasting makes the tour more lively and interactive. Bake and taste that unique flatbread and become a participant of a small traditional ceremony of the local people.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Charent's Arch
The first stop is near the Arch of Charents, which is named in honor of Armenian poet Eghishe Charents, who wrote the best poem, dedicated to Armenia, full of true love and pride. From this place opens a breathtaking view to Ararat, probably the most stunning view of the Biblical mountain.
15 minutesGarni Temple
Not far from the temple of Garni (about 10 minutes’ walk), there is a cozy local restaurant with an amazing view of the temple, where you can relax and take part in master-class of tasting of freshly baked lavash – traditional Armenian flatbread.
45 minutesThe Monastery of Geghard
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. Geghard Monastery is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
45 minutesIncluded
- Pick up from hotels located in the city center (per request)
- New and comfortable vehicles with WIFI on board
- A professional and knowledgeable friendly guide
- Refreshments during the tour (bottle of water, local sweet "Gatta")
- Entrance Fee
- Entry/Admission - Garni Temple
Not Included
- Hotel drop off
- Accommodation
- Traditional Lunch (€12)
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.