If you want to diversify your holiday in Armenia and learn more about our amazing country, we invite you to join this most interesting journey. Group tour “From paganism to Christianity” filled with the most incredible emotions, historical mysteries and discoveries that will forever remain in your memory.
We will start the group tour with the arch of “Yegishe Charents”. It was erected in honor of the famous poet who incredibly loved his homeland. The arch is located in a picturesque place, and you will admire the enchanting views of the mountains and take stunning photographs.
The next point of our group tour of Armenia – pagan temple of Garni, built in the 1st century. AD In terms of architectural attractiveness, it surpasses the Athenian Parthenon!
After Garni we will visit the monastery complex Geghard, which appeared in the distant Middle Ages. It is carved from a granite monolith, and natural grottoes and caves served as cells for the monks. You will be impressed by the strict beauty of its lines and laconic architecture, “lace” interior decoration literally woven from solid stone. There is a special atmosphere here, and with every facet of your soul you will feel the amazing energy of this place.
Our route – This is not an ordinary group tour of Armenia, this is a unique event where you will not just be an observer, but will get to know the culture of the country and learn something new.
To gain strength and relax a little, we will go to a master class on preparing the famous Armenian lavash. Fresh, fragrant bread can be tasted. By the way, don’t worry, because tickets to the master class and more are already included in the price of the excursion. A traditional lunch will help you cope with your appetite during the tasting, where you will be able to enjoy the legendary Armenian hospitality to the fullest. Lunch can be purchased in advance from us at special prices.
The group tour of Armenia will end in the evening, after 16:00, near the monument to A. Tamanyan, the chief architect of Yerevan. We are confident – you will be left with a lot of bright photos and colorful impressions!
Languages of the tour
- Russian
- English
Route
Eghishe Charents Arch - Geghard Monastery - Garni Temple - master class on baking Armenian Lavash bread and tasting
Information
Price includes
- Guide services
- Entrance tickets
- Wi-Fi in transport
- Bottled water
- Local sweets
Useful information
- The tour begins at the monument to A. Tamanyan next to the Cascade Complex. We ask you to be there 20 minutes before the start of the tour.
- The duration of the tour may vary depending on weather conditions or other unforeseen situations.
- For the safety of passengers in unfavorable weather conditions, the tour may be changed or cancelled.
Order cancellation conditions:
If a tourist cancels an excursion in less than 3 days, the penalty is 100%.
Important:
- The company is not responsible for lost items.
- Responsibility for having an individual insurance policy falls on the tourist.
- Visiting holy places is permitted only in modest clothing.
Attractions
The most famous monument of the era of paganism and Hellenism.
Geghard Monastery, listed as a World Cultural Heritage Site, is a unique complex where temples are carved into the rocks and structures are combined with a beautiful landscape. With its roots in the 4th century, Geghard reveals a wealth of legends and history, and the magnificent main church, erected in the 13th century, represents a magnificent architectural heritage.
This monument was erected in 1957 and attracts the attention of all those who travel to Garni. The location for the arch was not chosen by chance - from this point a breathtaking view of the biblical Mount Ararat opens up