Charent's Arch, Geghard Monastery With Garni Temple & Gorge 6-Hour Tour

Garni Temple In Armenia

Symphony of Stones

Geghard Monastery In Armenia

Highlights

Charent's Arch & Geghard Monastery

Garni Temple & Garni Gorge

Garni, Geghard

nature, architectural, historical

Private Tour

6 Hours

Easy

English, Russian

Description

Visit the Garni Temple and Geghard Monastery, the monuments connecting the era of paganism and Hellenism. Explore the temple which is of classical Greek design from the 1st century. Discover the structure of the monastery, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site from the 4th century. Marvel at the Arch of Charents (Charent's Arch). Hike in the Garni Canyon (Garni Gorge) and be rewarded by the natural phenomena of the Stone Symphony on this 6 hours tour.

Itinerary

Charent's Arch, Geghard Monastery With Garni Temple & Gorge Tour
- Pick-up from your hotel by the tour guide.
- Visit Charent's Arch, an impressive arch that allows a wonderful view of Mt. Ararat and its surrounding landscape. This arch is dedicated to the famous Armenian poet Yeghishe Charents.
- Proceed to Geghard Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, well-known for its healing waters and magnificent architecture.
- Visit the unique pagan temple, Garni Temple, that survived through centuries till our days.
- Enjoy the magnificent view from the top of the Garni canyon (Garni Gorge), an impressive natural wonder stone symphony in the Garni Canyon, having huge hanging cliffs and rocks.
- Option to drive down the canyon to enjoy the music of the Symphony of Stones.
- Have lunch/dinner at a restaurant with a magnificent view of the canyon.
  Return to your hotel.