Garni & Geghard Tour (ATTENTION TO What is included)
Discover two highlights of eastern Armenia and a local culinary tradition on a day trip from Yerevan. Traveling by air-conditioned vehicle, visit the Greco-Roman pagan temple of Garni, perched high on a mountain plateau. Hear its history and then explore UNESCO-protected Geghard, a medieval monastery carved into rock cliffs.
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Stop At: Charent's Arch, Garni Armenia
Not far from Yerevan, near Vokhchaberd village there is this usual at first glance arch. But when you climb the stairs and stand under it, this breathtaking view of Ararat opens to your eyes. It is Arch of Charents by famous architect Rafael Israelian. The arch is dedicated to famous Armenian poet Yeghishe Charents, who liked to walk near these places and admire the incredible view of Mount Ararat. This place is one of the favorite stops for practically all kinds of tourists, – one cannot just resist the temptation not to take few photos against the backdrop of the mountain.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: The Monastery of Geghard, Near Goght Village, Geghard Armenia
Travelers will continue their tour to Geghard Monastery that is included in UNESCO World heritage List. The monastery had been one of the eminent piligrimage sites since medieval times. The name of the Monastery "Geghardavank" is derived from the Armenian word "geghard" that means "lance". The same lance that was used to stab Jesus during Crucifixion, and is now kept in the museum of Etchmiadin Cathedral.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery Road H3, Garni Armenia
We offer you an amazing excursion from Yerevan to Garni Temple that is the only standing pagan temple in Armenia and Caucasus. It dates back the 1st century A.D. The temple building contains 3rd century Roman bathhouse, ruins of a 7th century Apostolic Armenian Church, ruins of a pre-Christian Summer Palace, the Founding Stone with a Greek inscription and an urartian cuneiform inscription dedicated to an Urartian king 8th B.C.
Duration: 1 hour
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duração: 5 Hours
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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