Private Tour to Khor Virap, Areni Cave or Winery, Noravank & Tatev monastery

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At a glance

Duration: 14 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Russian, English
Operated by: Jan Armenia Tours

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Bottled water
Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
Included: Professional guide (if the guide option is selected)
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Professional driver

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Lunch
Not included: Entrance fees: "Wings of Tatev" ropeway
Not included: Entrance fees: Birds' Cave
Not included: Anything not mentioned in the “Inclusions” section

Itinerary

Khor Virap

one hour

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.
Areni Wine Factory

one hour Admission included

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.
T'rchuneri (Bird) Cave

45 min Admission not included

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. Several years ago a place, equipped for wine production was found in Bird Cave. This most ancient winery in the world has 5000-5500year history. During the archaeological excavations the oldest shoe in the world was found which was filled with grass to keep the form of the shoe. The laboratory studies showed that the shoe has history of 5637-5387 years.
Noravank Monastery

one hour

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.
Shaki Waterfall

one hour

The Shaki Waterfall is situated in the Syunik region. It provides the most relaxing and wonderful ambiance for everyone. On the left side of the river Vorotan, basalt lava flows have solidified to form a ledge 18 meters high from which the waterfall cascades down.

Waterfall visit is available from MAR 15 to NOV 15, up to 5:00 pm.
Tatev Monastery

one hour Admission not included

Monastery Tatev is the pearl of the Armenian architecture of the Middle Ages. It is located in South Armenia in the center of the Syunik province, 315 km from Yerevan and 30 km from the city of Goris, on the right bank of the Vorotan River, near the village of Tatev with the same name. The monastery was erected in the 9th – 13th centuries and consecrated in honor of St. Eustathius, a disciple of the Apostle Thaddeus, who, like his teacher, preached Christianity and was martyred for a new faith.
Stop 7

20 min Admission not included

Wings of Tatev is the aerial tramway to the natural and historic treasures of Syunik.

Wings of Tatev is:

The shortest, most picturesque and impressive route to Tatev Monastery;

The longest reversible cableway in the world (5752 m), recorded in the Guinness Book of Records.

Winner of world's leading cable car award as per World travel award 2021

Twelve minutes of unforgettable flight above the ravine of the fierce Vorotan River;

Celestial highway at the altitude of 320 m;

Cutting-edge engineering solutions by Austrian-Swiss Doppelmayr/ Garaventa Group.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Panorama Yerevan Resort
Silachi Hotel
Hotel Maison Yerevan
Venice Hotel Yerevan
Chateau Gabriel
Ararat hotel
Ani Plaza Hotel
Bonjour Boutique Hotel Yerevan
City Centre Apartments
President Hotel by Hrazdan Hotel CJSC
Aviatrans
Best Eastern Hotel Metropol

and 94 more pickup points

We will organize the pick-up from your hotel, hostel, apartment.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infant meals not included

Options

3-6 travelers, with a guide

Private Tour to Khor Virap, Areni, Noravank, Tatev monastery, with a guide

Car, Minivan

Pickup included
7-15 travelers, with a guide

PRIVATE TOUR: Khor Virap monastery, Areni Cave or/and Winery, Noravank monastery, Tatev monastery & ''Wings of Tatev''

Car, Minibus

Pickup included
1-2 travelers, with a guide

Private Tour to Khor Virap, Areni, Noravank, Tatev monastery, with a guide

Duration: 14 hours

Car, sedan

Pickup included
8-15 travelers, without guide

PRIVATE TOUR: Khor Virap monastery, Areni Cave or/and Winery, Noravank monastery, Tatev monastery & ''Wings of Tatev''

Car, Minibus

Pickup included
1-3 travelers, without guide

Private Tour to Khor Virap, Areni, Noravank, Tatev monastery, without guide

Duration: 14 hours

Car, sedan

Pickup included
4-7 travelers, without guide

Private Tour to Khor Virap, Areni, Noravank, Tatev monastery, without guide

Duration: 14 hours

Car, Minivan

Pickup included