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Echmiadzin, Zvartnots, Khor Virap

5.0 (7 reviews) 6–7 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Echmiadzin, Zvartnots, Khor Virap

About this activity

This tour will give you a chance to get acquainted with the peculiarities of Armenian Christianity, its rich history and heritage.

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At a glance

Duration
6–7 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
Russian, English
Operated by
Land of Noah Travel Agency

What is included

Included

  • Included: Transport by air-conditioned vehicle according to the number of paticipants
  • Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Not included

  • Not included: Food and drinks
  • Not included: Lunch
  • Not included: Zvartnots entrance tickets

Itinerary

  1. Saint Hripsime Church

    30 min

    St. Hripsime church was built on the grave of a Christian nun, who preached and spread Christianity in Armenia.

  2. Saint Gayane Church

    30 min

    7th century church of Echmiadzin.

  3. Armenian Apostolic Holy Church Mother See Holy Etchmiadzin

    one hour

    Echmiadzin is the world’s first Christian Cathedral. The word “Echmiadzin” means a place where “the only begotten son of the God descended”

  4. Zvartnots Temple

    40 min Admission not included

    One of the brightest landmarks of medieval Armenian architecture – the magnificent Zvartnots Temple was constructed in the 7th century.

  5. Khor Virap

    one hour

    It is the most famous pilgrimage site of the Armenian Apostolic Church.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

  • R&R Hotel
  • The Alexander, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Yerevan
  • Ani Plaza Hotel
  • City Centre Apartments
  • Aviatrans
  • ibis Yerevan Center Hotel
  • Opera Suite Hotel
  • Hotel Meg
  • North Avenue by Stellar Hotels
  • Imperial Palace Hotel
  • City Centre Hotel
  • Nova Hotel

and 19 more pickup points

Please mention the exact location in the city center you want to be picked up at.

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

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • Dress code is smart casual

  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Options

  • 1-2 travellers with a guide

    Private tour to Echmiadzin (Hripsirneh, Gayane churches, Mother Cathedral), Zvartnots, Khor Virap

    Pickup included

  • 7-15 travellers with a guide

    driver and guide

    Pickup included

  • 3-6 travellers with a guide

    Private tour to Echmiadzin (Hripsirneh, Gayane churches, Mother Cathedral), Zvartnots, Khor Virap

    Pickup included

  • 1-3 travellers without guide

    Private tour to Echmiadzin (Hripsirneh, Gayane churches, Mother Cathedral), Zvartnots, Khor Virap

    Pickup included

  • 8-15 travellers without guide

    sprinter/minibus

    Pickup included

  • 4-7 travellers without guide

    Private tour to Echmiadzin (Hripsirneh, Gayane churches, Mother Cathedral), Zvartnots, Khor Virap

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

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Echmiadzin, Zvartnots, Khor Virap

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