This tour will take you to the amazing historical and spiritual place where you will get acquainted with the most interesting stories and legends. Khor Virap Monastery has over a thousand-year history steeped in biblical events, mysticism. This monastery is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Armenia. According to a legend St. Gregory the Illustrator has been imprisoned there by King Tridates III for fourteen years. The ancient Armenian Monastery was built in the 5th century and is located near the Mount Ararat.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔  Hotel drop-off
✔  On-board WiFi
✔  Bottled water
✔  Professional guide
✔  All taxes, fees and handling charges
✔  In-vehicle air conditioning
✔  Hotel pickup
✔  Guide service (optional)
✔  Professional driver
Departure & Return
Departure:  ,

We will pick up you from your hotel!

Return: End right where it started.
View Map
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

Additional info
•  Specialized infant seats are available
•  Suitable for all physical fitness levels
•  Infant meals not included
Half-day Tours Bus Tours Private Sightseeing Tours Historical Tours Car Tours Adventure Tours
Free cancellation
 4
Price:
From $58
Ticket:
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
duration:
3 hours
Guide in:
Russian   English   
Check Price & Availability
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.