Private Yerevan Tour: See UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Echmiadzin, Zvartnots, Garni, and Geghard
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40 Ratings
Vagharshapat
Embark on a private tour of Yerevan and explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Echmiadzin, Zvartnots, Garni, and Geghard. Discover ancient cathedrals, medieval temples, and a unique cave monastery.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Echmiadzin Monastery - The first Christian church in the World. UNESCO heritage site
Due to reconstruction works, it is possible to see Mother Cathedral only from outside - Saint Hripsime Church - UNESCO heritage site
- Zvartnots Temple - UNESCO heritage site
- Garni Temple - The only pagan temple in Armenia of 1st century
- The Monastery of Geghard - monastery carved in the rock
What's Included
- Professional guides in English or Russian (with chosen option)
- Flexible itinerary with extra stops upon request
- Climate-controlled transportation with pro drivers
- Complimentary bottled water
- Insurance coverage for vehicles and passengers
- Free pick-up and drop-off in Yerevan
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Garni and Zvartnots entrance fees at 2800 AMD ~ 7.30 $ per person
Additional Information
On this 8-9-hour tour visit Echmiadzin Mother Cathedral, the main cathedral of the Armenian Apostolic Church and the very first Christian cathedral in the World (from outside). It is listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Also see the church of St. Gayane and St. Hripsime churches that are among the three churches in Echmiadzin dedicated to the Christian women-martyrs escaped from Rome with their abbess Gayane. Stop in Zvartnots, the medieval temple of St. Gregory built in the 7th century. It was one of the tallest buildings of the time (45-49m). Today the ruins of the temple can be seen in Zvartnots. Visit Garni, the only pagan temple which exists in Armenia before moving onto Geghard monastery, a complex which is carved in a cave.
All the sights are listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Location
Echmiadzin Monastery
Echmiadzin Monastery Complex
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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403me_lab
May 9, 2024
UNESCO Heritage Sites - Had a wonderful time visiting UNESCO Heritage Sites. Narine our guide from Hyur Services patiently explained to us the history of the churches we visited. Marcus was extra helpful too. When you visit Armenia make sure to join a tour from Hyur Services and look for Narine and Marcus.
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Iliasm721
Apr 21, 2024
Amazing experience! - The best tour guides. Mariam is the perfect guide, we were very lucky she was with us. The places were also amazing. Very thankful!
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Z5754be_
Jan 6, 2024
Unforgettable experience! - We came to Armenia with a group of friends. We have purchased tours for 3 days. We were allocated a separate car with an experienced driver and a personal guide - a real history teacher. We are delighted with the views of the great proud country of Armenia and the high quality of service we have received. We recommend Hyur Service to all friends!
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Giannalynm
Jan 1, 2024
Best tour services in Armenia - Enjoyed the trip with family. Very gentle and patient driver Hovhanes. Very kind, friendly tour guide Mariam. Explained very detailed and patiently throughout the trip and because of her we felt very comfortable communicating with locals. Would recommend to friends and relatives.
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Dream37282398225
Sep 22, 2023
Thank you mr.Geborg - What to say thank you to our driver companion mr.Gevorg. Best ever experience , really nice and care person. Thank you!
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D2560obrs
Sep 13, 2023
Excellent tour and guide - Our tour guide Elen was awesome! Well organized and interesting tour. Would recommend to get a sense of the history of Armenia.
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285karmene
Aug 4, 2023
10/10 - Our Tour was a great experience , our driver ARO was very fun and caring, at every location he made sure we didn't leave without being satisfied 100%. He provided us cold water on a very hot day and continued to make sure we were as comfortable as possible . When I book this tour again I will make sure to ask for ARO.
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Adamyanm
Jun 28, 2023
Amazing tour to Echmiadzin and Zvartnots - We had a wonderful trip to Echmiadzin churches and Zvartnots.
With tour one can get full information about history of these places.
We would like to mention our tour guide Ervand and driver Tigran.
He was a knowledgeable young man with fluent English and attractive style of guiding. Thanks to them.
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George_a
Apr 24, 2023
The tour and sites are perfect - Our driver esa amazing, professional kind and very chrismatic. Even when he did not speak english he managed himself to comunÃcate effective l’y with us. Congratulations. Thé tour was perfect!
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Curtismh6582ki
Apr 23, 2023
Top tour service - Great day with Elisabeth and Sergei that provided a top service. We really got a good and broad view of Armenia's history with a very knowledgeable and kind guide. Lunch option in Garni was great and the transport was also very good with a clean and ACed car.
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