Khor Virap, Garni, Geghard & Lake Sevan Private Tour

5.0 (9 reviews) 9–10 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Take your chance to discover some of the most popular destinations of Armenia during this private tour from Yerevan. Admire the beauty of the Biblical Mount Ararat with "Yerani Travel" from the closest spot possible and the so called "blue gem" of Armenian mountains-Lake Sevan. This tour will also introduce you to the exotic Pagan history of Armenia, and show the later development and spread of Christianity in the country.

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At a glance

Duration: 9–10 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Russian, English
Operated by: Yerani Travel LLC

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pick up and drop off
Included: Bottled water
Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Lunch: Optional
Not included: Entrance fees: Garni Temple Entrance ticket

Itinerary

Khor Virap

50 min

A monastery located about an hours drive away from Yerevan, which offers an amazing view of Armenia’s defining symbol – the majestic mount Ararat.

“Khor Virap” translates as “deep dungeon”, and was built of the place of the former royal prison, located on the historical site of Artashat. It was this very prison in which they kept Gregory the Illuminator, the first Armenian Catholicos, for a whole 13 years.
Garni Temple

40 min Admission not included

The only standing heathen temple in the whole post-Soviet area. The temple gracefully stands on a high plateau overlooking the Azat river gorge. The surrounding area itself is incredibly beautiful.

The greek-roman bath house with the mosaic, made out of 30,000 pieces of natural stones, as well as the ruins of the royal palace, will take you to 3rd century A.D.
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Stop 3

40 min Admission not included
Garni Gorge is a stunning natural attraction located in Armenia, near the village of Garni. It is also known as the "Symphony of Stones" due to its unique rock formations that create a beautiful symphony of colors and shapes.
- The visit to the Symphony of Stones is subject to weather conditions.
The Monastery of Geghard

40 min

The next stop of the tour is the monastic complex of Geghard. Translated into English as “Monastery of the Holy Lance”, it refers to the lance with which Longinus pierced Jesus. Later brought to Armenia and kept in the Geghard monastery for 5 centuries. The most astonishing part is the virtue of the architect, who cut the church right into the solid rock.
Lake Sevan

40 min

Often referred to as "The Jewel of Armenia," Lake Sevan is the largest freshwater lake in the Caucasus region, situated at an impressive altitude of 1,900 meters above sea level.

Its stunning natural beauty and serene surroundings make it a top destination for both locals and tourists alike.
Monastery Sevanavank

40 min

A monastery located on the peninsula of Lake Sevan, from where one can admire an unforgettable panoramic view of the lake from the top.