Yerevan: Echmiadzin, Zvartnots, Garni & Geghard Tour Private guided tour
ID: GYG494866-O-875541
Category:
Country: Armenia
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Experience must-see destinations in Armenia on this tour. Discover the historical places of Echmiadzin, Zvartnots, Garni, and Geghard.
Embark on a guided tour through the must-see destinations in Armenia – Echmiadzin, Zvartnots, Garni, and Geghard.
Start with Echmiadzin - where, according to legend, "the only begotten Son of God descended." The church serves as the residence of the Supreme Catholicos of all Armenians and the center of the Armenian Apostolic Church. Echmiadzin is of historical and spiritual importance.
Continue to the splendid Zvartnots Temple, dating back to the 7th century. The Mother Cathedral and Zvartnots Temple stand proudly on the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list.
Proceed to the pagan temple Garni, commissioned in the 1st century AD by Armenian king Trdat. Dedicated to the sun god Mithra, the Temple Garni is a unique monument connecting to the era of paganism and Hellenism.
Next, visit the Geghard Monastery, built in the 4th century by the First Armenian Catholicos, Gregory the Illuminator.
Highlights
- Step back in time at Saint Hripsime, the oldest church in the country of Armenia
- Snap pictures of the Geghard Monastery which was partially carved out of rock
- Visit the only pagan temple in the territory of Armenia at the Garni temple
- Admire the unique architecture and engravings at the Zvartnots Temple
- Enjoy the convenience of van or car hotel pickup and drop-off in Yerevan
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.
