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GROUP TOUR: Khor Virap, Azat Reservoir, Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery, Symphony of Stones
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Duration
9 Hours
Tour Type
Group tours
Group Size
19 persons
Location
Kotayk region, RA
Overview
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Homeland Of Armenian Wine
Start your day at Khor Virap Monastery, one of Armenia’s most iconic religious sites. Built on the historic site where Saint Gregory the Illuminator was imprisoned, the monastery is also famous for its views toward Mount Ararat.
Continue to Azat Reservoir, where the surrounding hills and open landscapes create a peaceful contrast to the historical sites of the tour. The reservoir is especially beautiful when the mountains and sky are reflected on its surface.
Next, visit the ancient Garni Temple, Armenia’s only surviving pagan temple. Built in the 1st century AD and dedicated to the sun god Mihr, it is a remarkable example of classical Greco-Roman architecture in Armenia.
A special culinary stop follows with a traditional Armenian lavash baking masterclass. At a local restaurant near Garni, learn how lavash is prepared in a traditional tonir and enjoy tasting it fresh from the oven.
After the masterclass, explore the Symphony of the Stones in Garni Gorge, where impressive basalt columns rise along the gorge walls in naturally formed geometric patterns.
The final stop is Geghard Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site partly carved into the surrounding rock. Dating back to Armenia’s early Christian period, the monastery combines medieval stone architecture with naturally formed caves and rock-cut chambers.
This group tour combines ancient monuments, religious heritage, natural landscapes and local culinary traditions, offering a varied introduction to the cultural heritage of Armenia.
FREE CANCELLATION
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AVAILABILITY
This tour is valid on Tue, Sat
Starting time: 9:00
GUIDE SERVICE
Russian, English
START POINT
The monument of A. Tamanyan, Cascade Complex
BENEFITS
50% discounts for children
Included
Professional guide service (English, Russian)
Wi-Fi on board
All entrance tickets
Bottled water
Lavash making masterclass
Itinerary
Stop 1. Khor virap monastery
Stop 1. Khor virap monastery
The Khor Virap Monastery is situated within the historic city of Artashat, nestled between the villages of Lusarat and Poqr Vedi. The capital's ancient citadel once stood on the hills of Khor Virap.
Stop 2. Azat reservoir
Stop 2. Azat reservoir
The Azat Reservoir has been in operation since 1976 and is considered one of the most picturesque reservoirs in Armenia. With a capacity of 70 million cubic meters, it offers stunning scenery. You will have a 30-minute photo stop to capture its beauty.
Stop 3. Temple of Garni
Stop 3. Temple of Garni
The Garni Temple, constructed in the late 1st century by King Trdat III, stands as the only preserved pagan temple in Armenia. Perched on a scenic plateau overlooking the Azat River Gorge, this magnificent structure represents the country’s pre-Christian heritage and is a rare example of Greco-Roman architecture in the region.
Stop 4. Geghard Monastery
Stop 4. Geghard Monastery
Geghard Monastery is one of Armenia’s most remarkable medieval architectural masterpieces. Entirely carved into the rock, it is often referred to as a “cave monastery.”
Stop 5: Symphony of the Stones
Stop 5: Symphony of the Stones
The monument features towering basalt columns, nearly 50 meters high, with a strikingly symmetrical arrangement of hexagonal and pentagonal shapes.
FAQs
Please note
- We can organize pick up from your hotel in the city center upon request FOR FREE.
- The duration of the tour may vary depending on the weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances.
- For security reasons the trip might be modified or cancelled in case of bad weather conditions.
Purchase, Changing & Cancellation policy
You can buy this service in full or book it by paying 30% of the total amount. In case of booking, you will pay the rest of the cost of your service online before providing the service (www.cop17tours.com) or in cash / non-cash at the organization's office.
In case of changing the date of service, no fee will be charged if you inform the organization at least 24 hours before the service is provided, and in case of later notification on change - 10% of the total cost will be charged. It is possible to change the direction or type of service only at least 24 hours before the service is to be provided. In this case, the final calculation is made, the corresponding changes are made, if possible.
In the case of extreme weather conditions or force majeure, the entity has the right to change, reduce or cancel the approved purchase. In case of cancellation by the organization, you are offered another equivalent service.
Without any penalty purchase cancellation is available at least 24 hours in advance. After that, the whole value of the service is non-refundable in case of purchase, cancellation, as well as without the consent of the service provider. For full information on money refund and other costs related to that can be found in the Public Contract.
Payment methods
- Bank transfer is the transfer of an corresponding amount to the bank account of the organization. You can pay in drams, rubles, dollars and euros.
- Online payment is the payment made through the official website of the organization. At the moment it is possible to make a payment with Visa / Master cards of any exchange rate.
- Card payment is the payment via Visa / Master card through the POS terminal in the organization's office. The amount of the excursions/service is presented in Armenian drams, but you can pay with any exchange rate card (your bank changes the exchange rate of the corresponding amount). The organization does NOT CHARGE extra amount during card payment.
- Cash payment is the payment at the office of the organization by cash. Payments are accepted only in Armenian drams. There is a bank and ATM next to the organization's office.
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