Private Tour: Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery, Holy Echmiadzin, Zvartnots Temple
Private Tour: Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery, Holy Echmiadzin, Zvartnots Temple
It is quite difficult not to include this destination whilst travelling in Armenia. This fantastic tour with "Yerani Travel" will start from Yerevan and will introduce you to the Pagan history of Armenia, and show the later spread of Christianity in the country by taking you to the first christian church in the world.
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Garni Temple
This tour will introduce you to the exotic Pagan history of Armenia, and show the later development and spread of Christianity in the country. Garni Temple (77 A.D.) is the only standing heathen temple in the whole post-Soviet area. The temple stands on a high plateau overlooking the Azat river gorge. It is also home to the roman bath house with the mysterious mosaic, made out of 30,000 pieces of natural stones, as well as the ruins of the royal palace, dating back to 3rd century A.D.
30 minutesThe Monastery of Geghard
The monastic complex of Geghard is another historical site included in this private tour. The complex is a representation of 13th Century Armenia, which is considered to be the Golden Age of the country’s architecture. The most astonishing part is that this church is cut out right into the solid rock.
40 minutesSaint Hripsime Church
You will visit the St. Hripsime church, which was built on the sepulcher of a Christian nun Hripsime who fled from the Roman Empire and was killed in Armenia. This amazing building has stood upright from the day of its construction since 618 A.D, making it one of the oldest standing churches in the world.
30 minutesSaint Gayane Church
5 minutes drive away is the next stop: the 7th century church of St. Gayane. Gayane was the nanny of Hripsime, and shared Hripsime’s tragic fate.
30 minutesZvartnots Temple
On the way back to Yerevan, we will make a final stop at another beautiful 7th century temple, also included in the UNESCO heritage list. In fact, all of the churches included in the tour are listed on the UNESCO World’s Cultural Heritage Sites.
30 minutesIncluded
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Bottled water
- WiFi on board
- Garni Temple ticket - 1400 AMD per person
- Zvartnots temple ticket - 1400 AMD per person
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Entry/Admission - Zvartnots Temple
- Entry/Admission - Garni Temple
Not Included
- Food and drinks (upon request)
- Professional guide (upon request)
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- 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 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.