9-Hour Sightseeing Excursion to Garni & Geghard from Yerevan
Highlights
Garni, Yerevan, Geghard
nature, cultural, sightseeing
Private Tour
9 Hours
Easy
Armenian, English, French, German, Persian, Russian, Spanish
Languages
Armenian, English, French, German, Persian, Russian, Spanish
Description
Sign up for this excursion to explore Armenian highlights by visiting the Garni Temple and Geghard Monastery, the monuments connecting the era of paganism and Hellenism. Marvel at the Arch of Charents, hike up the Garni Gorge and be rewarded by the natural phenomena of the Stone Symphony.
Itinerary
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Garni-Geghard Excursion
- 9:00- The guide will pick you up from the Marriott Hotel, Yerevan and move to Getargel village, Dzagavank.
- 9:30- Reach Dzagavank (Getargel S. Nshan Monastery). It is located 2 km southeast of Arinj village, Kotayk region, on the hillside. Founded in the early Middle Ages, it is a three-altar, small cross-domed structure.
- 10:10- Move to Voghjaberd, Charents Arch. The arch is dedicated to the genius Armenian poet Yeghishe Charents, who loved to walk in this place and admire the beauty of Mount Ararat.
- 10:40- Next, go to the Pagan temple of Garni.
- 12:30- Have your lunch at your choice of restaurant or guest house.
- 14:30- Then, head to Garni Gorge, admire the Symphony of Stones, take photos, and enjoy the beautiful nature.
- 15:30- Further, proceed to Geghard Monastery, a medieval monastery partially carved out of the adjacent mountain, surrounded by cliffs. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site with enhanced protection status.
- 16:00- Arrive at Geghard Monastery.
- 18:00- Later, return to Yerevan to conclude the tour.
What's Included
What's Excluded
What To Bring
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 3 | /group |
| 4 to 6 | /group |
| 7 to 20 | /group |
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This is a private tour |
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