Day trip to Tatev, Shaki Waterfall and wine tasting

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Discover Armenia’s natural beauty, history, and winemaking traditions on a day trip to Tatev, Shaki Waterfall, and Areni village.The day begins at Tatev Monastery, a medieval fortified complex in southern Armenia, famous as one of the country’s most important medieval universities. You’ll learn about its prominent scholars while exploring the monastery’s historic halls.Next, you’ll experience the Wings of Tatev, the world’s longest reversible cable car and a Guinness World Record holder. Glide over the breathtaking Halidzor Canyon and the surrounding Tatev landscape for unforgettable views of Armenia’s rugged south.Continue to Shaki Waterfall, one of Armenia’s most beautiful waterfalls. You’ll see the 18-meter cascade tumbling over basalt slopes along the Vorotan Gorge, a striking natural wonder.The tour concludes in Areni village, the heart of Armenian winemaking. You’ll have the chance to taste traditional homemade wines and learn about the country’s centuries-old viticulture in the very region where wine was first created.
Highlights
- You’ll explore Tatev Monastery, a historic medieval university and fortress
- There’s a ride on the Wings of Tatev, the world’s longest reversible cable car with spectacular canyon views
- You’ll marvel at Shaki Waterfall cascading over basalt slopes in the Vorotan Gorge
- You’ll taste traditional homemade wines in the region where Armenian winemaking began
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
14 hours
Available in English, Russian
What's included
- Entrance fees
- Guided tour
- Wine tasting
- Snacks
- Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
Not included
- Lunch
- Cable car ticket
Where you'll meet
Meet for departure near the Cascade Complex. Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour starts.
Operated by
Yerani Travel
Important information
Extra fees to be paid on site:
* One-way cable car ticket (around 16€ per person)
Remember to bring:
* A copy of your passport