Garni, Geghard, Lake Sevan, Sevanavank Monastery - private tour from Yerevan

Overview

This is one of the most popular day-trips in Armenia! Our cheerful and friendly staff makes this private tour really unique. The guides speak multiple languages (please mention your preferred language upon request), the drivers are experienced and non-smokers, the cars are clean. Garni Pagan Temple is a masterpiece of classical Hellenistic architecture, built by Armenian king Tirdates 1-st in 1-st century AD. Here Armenian sun god Mihr was worshiped two thousand years ago. Your next destination will be Geghard Monastery, which is a UNESCO world heritage site. The complex is partrly carved in a giant basalt rock. The name Geghard is translated from old Armenian as “spear”. The famous spear which pierced Jesus Christ has been kept here for 5 centuries. Visit the 9-th century Monastery of Sevanavank on top of a rock, on Sevan peninsula. It used to be an island before early 20-th century. ALL ENTRANCE TICKETS ARE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE! Duration: 7 hours Total distance: 220 km

Itinerary

1. Charent's Arch

   Short stop at the arch, best view point in front to Ararat mountain

   · 20 min

2. The Monastery of Geghard

   Named after the holy lance that pierced Christ’s side at the crucifixion, this World Heritage–listed monastery is carved out of the rock face of the Azat River Gorge. Legend has it as founded in the 4th century and its oldest surviving chapel dates back to the 12th century. The hugely atmospheric Surp Astvatsatsin (Holy Mother of God Church) dates from 1215 and features wonderful carvings; its adjoining gavit (vestibule) with its nine arches was built between 1215 and 1225.

   · 1 h

3. Garni Temple

   Garni Pagan Temple is a masterpiece of classical Hellenistic architecture, built by Armenian king Tirdates 1-st in 1-st century AD. Here Armenian sun god Mihr was worshiped two thousand years ago.

   · 1 h· Admission included

4. Lake Sevan

   Short walk at the shore of Lake Sevan - the largest lake in Armenia, which is located 1,900 meters above sea level.

   · 30 min

5. Monastère de Sevanavank

   Visit the 9-th century Monastery of Sevanavank on top of a rock, on Sevan peninsula. It used to be an island before early 20-th century. But starting from 1930-s the water of the lake was used for irrigation and hydro electrical power plants, and as a result, the island became a peninsula.

   · 30 min

Pickup

Pickup included.

What to know before you go

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Animals or pets allowed
• Free pick-up and drop off at any location in Yerevan.
• Infants must not sit on laps
• Not stroller accessible
• Not wheelchair accessible
• You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Pricing per group (up to 8 people).

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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