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Yerevan Tour: Garni Temple & Geghard Monastery
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Garni
Explore Yerevan’s iconic sites, ancient temples, and unique rock formations. Capture memories and master lavash-making on this unforgettable Armenian adventure.
Explore Yerevan’s iconic sites, ancient temples, and unique rock formations. Capture memories and master lavash-making on this unforgettable Armenian adventure.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Charent’s Arch - This stunning arch, crafted in 1957 by the skilled architect Rafael Israyelyan, honors the poet Egishe Charents, who had a profound love for his homeland and composed poems about Mount Ararat. Passing through this arch offers breathtaking panoramic views of Mount Ararat.
- Garni Temple - The Garni pagan temple, the only temple…
- Charent’s Arch - This stunning arch, crafted in 1957 by the skilled architect Rafael Israyelyan, honors the poet Egishe Charents, who had a profound love for his homeland and composed poems about Mount Ararat. Passing through this arch offers breathtaking panoramic views of Mount Ararat.
- Garni Temple - The Garni pagan temple, the only temple in the former USSR territory, showcases a Greco-Roman architectural style and is made from basalt. Constructed in the 1st century AD, it was destroyed by an earthquake in 1679 AD and later reconstructed during the Soviet era. Its design is reminiscent of a small Parthenon in Armenia.
- The Monastery of Geghard - Geghard Monastery, a marvel of medieval Armenian church architecture, holds great historical significance. It represents the adoption of Christianity in Armenia, which became the state religion in 301 AD, making it the first country to do so. The name “Geghard” means “spear,” referring to the spear that pierced Jesus. This monastery has endured through the centuries, originally founded in the 4th century by Gregory the Illuminator, whose efforts led to the adoption of Christianity. Although it was destroyed by the 10th century, it was rebuilt in the 13th century. Geghard Monastery is partially carved into solid rock and features intricately detailed carvings and bas-reliefs that showcase the knowledge and skills of our ancestors. Today, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, preserving its historical and architectural importance for future generations.
- Garni - Participate in a Lavash Baking Masterclass, where you can explore the rich history of Armenian lavash baking and learn the art of making this traditional bread. You’ll have the chance to bake lavash yourself and enjoy its delicious taste paired with cheese and greens.
What's Included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Snacks
- Professional English-speaking guide service
- Entrance fees
- Alcoholic beverages
- Snacks
- Professional English-speaking guide service
- Entrance fees
What's Not Included
- Food
- Souvenirs
- Food
- Souvenirs
Additional Information
Begin a brief sightseeing excursion in Yerevan, perfect for taking some unforgettable photographs. Following your photo opportunities, proceed to the historic Garni pagan temple, which originates from the 1st century AD. Then, explore the Geghard monastic complex, an extraordinary edifice hewn entirely from a single rock. Be sure to visit the Symphony…
Begin a brief sightseeing excursion in Yerevan, perfect for taking some unforgettable photographs. Following your photo opportunities, proceed to the historic Garni pagan temple, which originates from the 1st century AD. Then, explore the Geghard monastic complex, an extraordinary edifice hewn entirely from a single rock. Be sure to visit the Symphony of the Stones and join a lavash masterclass, ensuring a delightful experience.
- 5-6 hours tour
Location
Charent's Arch
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Greta
Aug 18, 2016
Tour guides are amazing. Fully... - <p>Tour guides are amazing. Fully knowledgeable about these places. Had a nice time.</p>
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Penelope
Mar 25, 2016
The tour guide spoke very good English... - <p>The tour guide spoke very good English and was highly knowledgeable.</p>
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George
Feb 1, 2016
This was an excellent tour.<br/> Well... - <p>This was an excellent tour.<br/>
Well worth the money spent.<br/>
The tour guide was outstanding, friendly and knowledgeable.<br/>
Great customer service.<br/>
I definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Yerevan.</p>
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Julie
Aug 10, 2016
I absolutely enjoyed this 1-day tour to... - <p>I absolutely enjoyed this 1-day tour to Garni, Geghard and Yerevan.<br/>
Samvel is a talented guide with an awe-inspiring passion for sharing knowledge. <br/>
I was taken to the pageant temple in Garni that offers an impressive view of the valley that surrounds it. Then, we went to the medieval Garni's monastery which was carved out of a cliffs. Later in the afternoon, we strolled around Yerevan and its main attractions while chatting about our cultural similarities and differences. <br/>
Samvel is a young ambitious person who truly loves his nation and culture. I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants an informative introduction to Armenia's history and main sites.</p>
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Nigel
Apr 17, 2016
The guide was friendly and... - <p>The guide was friendly and knowledgeable, but we could have spent more time driving around Yerevan itself. We certainly had plenty of time to have done so, as door-to-door only took around 4 hours, which is relatively short for a 1-Day Tour. Also, I found it rather surprising to be told that the price I had pre-paid for the tour did not include transportation. Your write-up of the tour tells me All necessary equipment included. I would have thought a vehicle to be a pretty fundamental element of a trip of this nature. So I had to pay an extra 60 to the guides mate to use his car, with a large crack across the middle of the windscreen. I ended up paying three times as much as the advertised price, to get a short version of the same thing. Free drinks? I got taken to a shop where I bought myself a bottle of lemonade, but that doesnt really tick the box. And the restaurant we passed where I could have got a coffee, probably only does lunch, and wont serve just coffee. Since we then drove past it at 60 km / hour, I couldnt substantiate whether this was right or not.</p>
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