Khor Virap monastery and Mount Ararat view point
ID: GYG619975-1035793
Category:
Country: Armenia
Duration:
03:30 hours
Description
This short tour is perfect choice to fill up a busy day with an interesting journey to the foot of Ararat Mount, where the magnificent Khor Virap monastery is located.
You will be picked up from your hotel in Yerevan to start the journey to the foot of Mount Ararat.
Khor Virap is the most famous pilgrimage site in Armenia, as it is directly connected with the adoption of Christianity. As a state religion, Christianity in Armenia was adopted in 301 due to endeavors of Saint Gregory The Illuminator, who, before converting King Trdat The 3rd to Christianity, was imprisoned in the dungeon, over which a church of Khor Virap monastery was built in the 17th century. From the monastery one can admire the stunning view of the Biblical Mount Ararat.
Highlights
- Complete your day with short & fun tour
- Embrace the stunning views of Biblical Mount Ararat
- Step at the birthplace of Christianity in Armenia
Guiding languages
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
