Garni, Geghard, Sevanavank, Noravank, Tatev, Karahunj/ 2 day tours from Yerevan
Garni, Geghard, Sevanavank, Noravank, Tatev, Karahunj/ 2 day tours from Yerevan
During this trip will visit the pagan temple Garni - the only monument connecting with the era of paganism and Hellenism, Cave monastery Geghard, “The Jewel of Armenia” - Lake Sevan with its wonderful Sevanavank Monastery, a unique moanstery Noravank, one of the oldest observatories in the world - Karahunj and famous monument of medieval Armenian architecture - Tatev monastery.
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Garni Temple
The only monument connecting with the era of paganism and Hellenism, dedicated to the sun god Mithra. Was built in the 1st century AD.
1 hourThe Monastery of Geghard
The Monastery Geghard was built in the 4th century by The First Armenian Catholicos - Gregory the Illuminator. Initially it was called Airivank (cave monastery), then was renamed Geghard, which means . The name of the monastery originates from the spear of the Roman soldier who pierced the body of Jesus Christ.
1 hourMonastery Sevanavank
Day 2: Noravank - Karahunj (Zorats Karer)
1 hourNoravank Monastery
One of the wonderful monuments of medieval Armenia - the Monastery of Noravank dates back to XIII—XIV centuries. The complex includes the 1339 St. Astvatsatsin (“Burtelashen”) sepulchre-church, St. Stepanos Nakhavka and gavit, the St. Grigor Church and Stepanos Orbelian Sepulchre, the remains of medieval chapels and residential quarters and a modern office and hall.
1 hourAreni Wine Factory
you have an opportunity to taste armenian wine in Areni winery.
30 minutesKarahundj (Armenia's Stonehenge)
Karahunj or Karahunj Observatory is also known as Zorats Karer or Zorats Kar is a megalithic composition of Bronze Age tombs (cists, dolmens or tumuli) and over 220 standing stones (menhirs).
1 hourTatev Monastery
Another famous monument of medieval Armenian architecture - Tatev Monastery was built in the 9th-13th centuries. In translation from the old Armenian (grabar) "tatev" means "give wings". Indeed, located at a great height, it seems that Tatev stretches upward to the sky.
2 hoursWings of Tatev
No accommodation included on this day.
30 minutesIncluded
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle according to the number of participants
- Fuel surcharge
Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Tatev ropeway ticket
Good to Know
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Dress code is smart casual
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- 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.