Day tour to Geghard Monastery, the temple of Garni and to Tsakhadzor from Yerevan

Yerevan, Armenia
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Overview
Duration
9h
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect

During this tour you will explore the breathtaking nature of Armenia and historical places.The tour starts at 9:00am. The first location is Geghard Monastery Complex which is unique because of its meaning and value. It is carved in the mountain and dates back between the 4th and 13th centuries. This Monastery Complex is very well preserved and it is an amazing example Armenian architecture and decorative art of the middle ages. This place is listed in the UNESCO World Heritage sites.The second destination is the temple of Garni. It dates back to the 1st century and the architecture is ancient Roman style. It is the sole surviving pagan temple in Armenia. Near the temple you will explore ancient baths with 5 rooms and a mosaic floor with paintings of ancient Greek Mythology. Near that place you will also explore natural monuments. The Symphony of Stones, which was created by lava flows. Not far from Garni village you will learn how local people make traditional Lavash, a thin flatbread which is in the list of UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. You will have a chance to taste it with homemade cheese. Lunch will be at one of the restaurants which serve delicious dishes of genuine Armenian cuisine.The last destination is Tsagkhadzor, which means "ravine full of flowers". This place is an Armenian paradise with nice smells of different flowers of bright colors. Close to the ravine is the Monastery of Kecharis built in the 11th century. The complex includes four churches, a courtyard, two chapels and many khachkars (cross-stones). Lastly you will enjoy a ropeway (the highest lift at 2819 meters on Mount Teghenis) to admire Tsagkhadzor's breathtaking nature. You will feel like a bird in the sky.

What to remember

Important info

  • Please, contact the local partner after booking to agree on pickup details. You will find the contact information in the voucher after booking
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What's included
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Transportation: Comfortable minibus with air conditioner. English speaking professional guide. Lunch at local restaurant. One bottle of water. Entrance fees and local guides
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Highlights

Feel like a bird in the sky admiring Tsagkhadzor's breathtaking nature from above the ropeway. Visit the temple of Garni, a Roman temple of the 1st century. Explore the mountain carved Geghard Monastery Complex

Operating days

Daily

Cancellation Policy
can-cancel You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
SAKURA LLC
Meeting Point

Your guide will meet you at the reception of your hotel in Yerevan 10 minutes before tour starts