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Yerevan: Khor Virap, Garni, and Geghard Day Trip
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Discover the Khor Virap Monastery, Garni Temple, and Geghard Monastery on a day trip from Yerevan. Admire the Symphony of Stones and enjoy a photo stop at the Azat Water Reservoir.
Highlights
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional English speaking guide service
Entrance fee
All transfer according to the program with comfortable cars and mini vans.
Alcoholic drinks
Food
Private expenses
Souvenirs
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover the Khor Virap Monastery, Garni Temple, and Geghard Monastery on a day trip from Yerevan. Admire the Symphony of Stones and enjoy a photo stop at the Azat Water Reservoir.
Highlights
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional English speaking guide service
Entrance fee
All transfer according to the program with comfortable cars and mini vans.
Alcoholic drinks
Food
Private expenses
Souvenirs
Itinerary
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Khor Virap
Begin your journey from Yerevan and head to the Khor Virap Monastery, deeply connected with the adoption of Christianity in Armenia. In 301 AD, Armenia became the first country in the world to adopt Christianity as a state religion. The monastery is located on a hill and offers majestic views of Mount Ararat.
1 hour
2
Azat Reservoir
Next, drive to the Azat Reservoir for a photo stop. It was built in 1974
15 minutes
3
Garni Temple
Continue to the Garni Temple, the sole pagan temple in the territory of the former USSR, featuring Greco-Roman architecture. Dating back to the 1st century AD, it was dedicated to the sun god Mithra.
1 hour
4
Garni
Then, descend into the gorge of the Azat River and admire the Symphony of Stones, a natural wonder with its unique beauty and complex geometry of hexagonal columns.
40 minutes
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The Monastery of Geghard
Finally, visit the Geghard Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back to the 13th century. Partly carved into solid rock, the interior of these churches showcases the talent, knowledge, and impressive skills of Armenia's ancestors. Its location is stunning year-round, with vertical rocks and mountain slopes covered in forests.
