Private tour to Garni, Geghard, Khor Virap Private tour without guide
ID: GYG495001-875741
Category:
Country: Armenia
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
This tour includes probably the most popular sights of interest in Armenia.
The first stop of our tour will be the pagan temple Garni, built in the 1st century AD by the armenian king Trdat. The temple Garni is the only monument connecting with the era of paganism and Hellenism, dedicated to the sun god Mithra.
Not far from the temple is situated the Monastery Geghard, which was built in the 4th century by The First Armenian Catholicos - Gregory the Illuminator. The name of the monastery originates from the spear of the Roman soldier who pierced the body of Jesus Christ. Now the spear is presented in the museum of Echmiadzin.
Our last destination is Khor Virap monastery, from where a spectacular view opens on the mountain Ararat. In fact, the name Khor Virap means “deep pit”, named after the prison where St. Gregory the Illuminator was imprisoned for 13 years. You can still climb down the pit using a narrow ladder in order to experience its atmosphere.
Highlights
- Visit Garni, the only pagan temple in Armenia
- Explore Geghard, a unique rock carved monastery
- Admire the spectacular view of the mountain Ararat from Khor Virap
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please wait in the hotel lobby 5 minutes before your scheduled pick-up time. Our employee/s will meet you in the lobby.
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
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
