Spend a day exploring some of Armenia’s most spectacular landmarks. This private tour from Yerevan is exclusively for you and includes visits to the monastery of Khor Virap (built-in 642, translated from Armenian means “deep hole” ), Noravank (founded in the XII century on the site of ancient buildings), Areni Cave, Bird’s Cave or the birthplace of winemaking – Areni.
Khor Virap – Armenian monastery, built in 642, translated from Armenian means “deep hole”. Khor Virap is one of the shrines of the Armenian Apostolic Church, a place of pilgrimage.
Areni is the birthplace of winemaking. Viticulture on the territory of Armenia originated many years before our era. In Armenia, grows a lot of wild vineyards, and a large number of local varieties of grapes.
Noravank Monastery is among the wonderful steep red rocks on the ledge of a meandering gorge. It was founded in the XII century on the site of ancient buildings.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Hotel drop-off
✔ On-board WiFi
✔ Bottled water
✔ Wine tasting
✔ English or Russian speaking Guide service (optional)
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Hotel pickup
✔ All taxes and handling charges
✖ Lunch
✖ The entrance fee of Birds' Cave
Pickup Locations
1. Panorama Yerevan Resort
2. Silachi Hotel
3. Hotel Maison Yerevan
4. Venice Hotel
5. Chateau Gabriel
6. Ararat hotel
7. Ani Plaza Hotel
8. Bonjour Boutique Hotel Yerevan
9. City Centre Apartments
10. President Hotel by Hrazdan Hotel CJSC
11. Aviatrans
12. Best Eastern Hotel Metropol
13. ibis Yerevan Center Hotel
14. Best Western Plus Congress Hotel
15. Hotel Meg
16. Bass Boutique Hotel
17. SD Hotel
18. City Centre Hotel by Picnic
19. Yerevan Apart Republic Square
20. Ani Grand Hotel Yerevan
Additional Info: We will organize the pickup from your hotel, hostel, apartment.
Itinerary
1
Khor Virap
Khor Virap – Armenian monastery, built in 642, translated from Armenian means “deep hole”. Khor Virap is one of the shrines of the Armenian Apostolic Church, a place of pilgrimage. The most interesting fact of this monastery is the fact that it was built on the site of the royal prison, where Gregory the Illuminator was previously imprisoned – the patron saint and the first official head of the Armenian Apostolic Church by the Armenian king for 13 years. From the territory of the monastery there is an unusual view of the biblical mountain Ararat.
Duration: 60 minutes
2
Areni Wine Factory
Areni is the birthplace of winemaking. Viticulture on the territory of Armenia originated many years before our era. In Armenia, grows a lot of wild vineyard, and a large number of local varieties of grapes. And here there is the oldest winery of Armenia, where you can taste the most delicious wine from the best varieties of grapes.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
T'rchuneri (Bird) Cave
Areni Cave or Bird Cave is located near the tributary of the Arpa River Gnishik: at 30 m height. It is situated in the rock and comprises a range of spaces, hewn in the rock, linked with narrow aisles. The location of the cave allows everybody to visit it even during the holidays in Armenia. Since 2007 archaeological researches have been held there. As a result, materials dating back to 4200-3500 BC were found: crockery, plant residues, apricot and grape kernels, knitted of reed, pieces of cloth, women jewelry and so on.
Duration: 45 minutes
4
Noravank Monastery
Monastery Noravank is among the wonderful steep red rocks on the ledge of a meandering gorge. It was founded in the XII century on the site of ancient buildings. Complex Noravank, thanks to the magnificent creations of medieval architects and its location on the background of a beautiful landscape, leaves an indelible impression. It is one of the majestic monuments of the Armenian medieval architecture.
Duration: 60 minutes
Additional info
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
