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Jermuk Mineral Water: Ancient Healing Properties
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240 Ratings
Yerevan
Discover the ancient monasteries and healing mineral springs of Jermuk in Armenia. Immerse yourself in the rich history, breathtaking nature, and rejuvenating wellness retreats of this enchanting destination.
Discover the ancient monasteries and healing mineral springs of Jermuk in Armenia. Immerse yourself in the rich history, breathtaking nature, and rejuvenating wellness retreats of this enchanting destination.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Khor Virap - Armenia is renowned as the first Christian nation in the world, officially adopting Christianity in 301 AD. This significant event occurred when Grigor was freed from the capital’s prison, where he had been held for 13 years due to his Christian beliefs. He healed the ailing king, who then embraced Christianity as the state religion….
- Khor Virap - Armenia is renowned as the first Christian nation in the world, officially adopting Christianity in 301 AD. This significant event occurred when Grigor was freed from the capital’s prison, where he had been held for 13 years due to his Christian beliefs. He healed the ailing king, who then embraced Christianity as the state religion. From Khor Virap, visitors can enjoy the most stunning view of Mount Ararat, offering a close-up look at the mountain’s majestic structure and beauty.
- Noravank Monastery - Noravank is a testament to medieval Armenian artistry and architectural prowess. Established in the 9th century, the monastery flourished in the 13th and 14th centuries. Nestled among towering red mountains and constructed from the local stones, Noravank beautifully integrates with the surrounding landscape, maintaining its unique charm.
- Jermuk - Upon reaching Jermuk, visitors are drawn to the “Mermaid’s Braids” waterfall, which stands 68-70 meters high and is steeped in the legend of forbidden love. The tale tells of a prince who curses his daughter for meeting her beloved, transforming her into stone. Her hair continues to flow as water, giving the waterfall its enchanting name.
- Areni Wine Factory - The tour concludes at the heart of winemaking in the village of Areni, where the Areni Wine Factory warmly welcomes guests. Visitors can sample a variety of Armenian wines, including those crafted from Areni grapes. The tour includes a visit to the wine cellar and a charming cafe located on the upper floor.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Snacks
- Entrance fees
- Snacks
- Entrance fees
Additional Information
This tour provides an ideal blend of history, nature, and relaxation. Participants will visit the renowned Khor Virap, offering views of Mount Ararat, explore the breathtaking Noravank Monastery, and unwind in the spa town of Jermuk, known for its hot springs and waterfall. The itinerary also features a visit to the Arch of Dreams and wine tasting in…
This tour provides an ideal blend of history, nature, and relaxation. Participants will visit the renowned Khor Virap, offering views of Mount Ararat, explore the breathtaking Noravank Monastery, and unwind in the spa town of Jermuk, known for its hot springs and waterfall. The itinerary also features a visit to the Arch of Dreams and wine tasting in the historic Areni region—ensuring a rich, picturesque, and memorable adventure.
Location
Komitas State Conservatory of Yerevan
Sayat-Nova Avenue
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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(240 Ratings)
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Paul_n
Oct 5, 2025
What a wonderful day. - A superb full day trip giving a great taste of Armenian history, natural beauty and culture. A great mix of places of interest and well-paced throughout the day. Every stop we made was worthwhile. Mari guided the trip perfectly allowing us to gain a good understanding of the places we visited and doing so in a very proficient, calm and friendly manner. I'd recommend this trip wholeheartedly.
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Trail12856185861
Oct 1, 2025
Totally recommend this one - Today I went for this excursion & it was a great experience. Kor virap is very important in the context of Armenian history & that's the place where you can see Mt. Ararat from close. Also Jermuk trip was super interesting for which is treats the tourists to beautiful water bodies,great landscapes & an amazing ropeway journey which is an experience in itself. Noravank monastery is surrounded by beautiful mountains & this trip covers it too. We had Mari as our guide today & she is super knowledgeable and told a lot of interesting stuff about the places we visited. She's super friendly & kind & answered all our questions patiently. She also kept on telling a lot of interesting stuff & stories on our way about the places which were not in the itinerary.. and thanks to George for driving us safely today. It is a good trip I recommend everyone 😊
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Valko_s
Sep 30, 2025
Very nice trip - The trip is great, especially the first part - Khor Virap is great, Noravank is magnificent, an absolute must-do! The second part is not so nice, except the waterfall. The Jermuk baths, the wine tasting (not a good wine) and especially the cable, make the trip unnecessarily long and tiresome.
Anyway, our guide Anahit was very nice and helpful - thank you very much!
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Annaab962it
Sep 23, 2025
Thank you for your vivid experiences - Thank you very much to the agency and guide Asmik for the wonderful tour. Very good organization, lots of interesting information. Asmik tried her best to make the tour memorable and to convey her love for Armenia to tourists. We sincerely recommend that you contact this agency for impressions of Armenia.
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Dee_l
Sep 16, 2025
Very professional guide Hasmik - We had a wonderful tour with Hasmik as our guide. Everything was perfectly organised, and she was very involved, informative, and interactive throughout the day. She made everyone feel comfortable, was easy to talk to, and seamlessly switched between two, sometimes three, languages without any problem.
Her knowledge of history and traditions was impressive, and she shared it in a way that kept the whole group engaged. The tour was suitable for people of all abilities and never felt boring. We visited stunning monasteries, enjoyed breathtaking natural sights such as the cascade, and even had the chance to taste wine.
The only part I wasn’t particularly excited about was the lunch stop, which was more of a food court. Personally, I would have preferred a family-run restaurant with traditional food, though I understand this choice may have been convenient for timing and logistics.
Gregory, our driver, was also very professional, and Hasmik even went out of her way to play music I like on the bus, which was a lovely personal touch.
Overall, it was an excellent experience, and I would highly recommend Hasmik as a tour guide.
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Alokk1680
Sep 12, 2025
Perfectly Organized Tour – A Must-Do Experience! - This day tour was absolutely fantastic, and a huge part of that was thanks to our amazing tour guide Ana. She was super knowledgeable, friendly. She shared interesting facts, kept the group engaged, and made sure everyone was comfortable and having a good time.
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Pinky_b
Sep 5, 2025
Great day trip from... - Great day trip from Yerevan. Ana, our tour guide for the day, and Ruben, our driver, made the tour easy and relaxing. I particularly appreciate that we were given the option to roam around by ourselves and then meet the group at a given time and meeting location.
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Zishul
Oct 4, 2025
Recommend! - We had a great day trip with One Way Tour. The communication before the trip was very good, I had all the essential information beforehand. The tour itself is well organised - visited the monasteries and then Jermuk with a lot of natural scenery. Our guide is professional and attentive. Would recommend.
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Kristin_h
Oct 3, 2025
Good - Unfortunately this was the second time that we started the tour late with this company. This time the guide slept in. After a few minutes I went outside the bus asking why we‘re not leaving and I was told there was „an accident“ and the guide will be late. I asked them to communicate with the guests and to update them. Didn’t happen. So the guide Vahag had no accident but attended a wedding and slept in. I was to be honest quite angry about the fact that we were 15 minutes late. For this long tour. So far all guides called the guests friends. To be honest I kind of like that and find it typical for Armenia. It was missed for this tour. The tour itself was ok, the cable car stop can be skipped in my opinion though
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Panagiotis_l
Sep 28, 2025
Good tour - Noravank monastery is beautiful, the waterfall is nothing special. Khor virap is great especially if weather permits good views of ararat mountain. Highly recommend to do the ropeway for the amazing view from the top.
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