Private Tour: Khor Virap, Noravank, Areni Cave (Birds Cave), “Hin Areni” Winery (tour and wine tasting)










General info
8-9 hrs
English, Russian
From 48.000 AMD
Highlights
Comfortable vehicles with air conditioning (1-3 pax – sedan, 4-7 pax – minivan, 8-19 pax – minibus)
All entrance tickets included
Pick up and drop off at your hotel
Bottled water provided
Free Wi-Fi on board
Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior the tour
Full Description
Although there are various historical landmarks in Armenia, the oldest and most well-known is probably the Biblical Mount Ararat. This is why our tour promises a spectacular view from the closest spot possible.
The Khor Virap monastery is located about an hour’s drive away from the capital Yerevan, and offers an amazing view of Armenia’s defining symbol – the majestic Ararat. “Khor Virap” translates as “deep dungeon”, and was built of the place of the former royal prison, located on the historical site of Artashat. It was this very prison in which they kept Gregory the Illuminator, the first Armenian Catholicos, for a whole 13 years. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that this place is one of the most sacred spots for Armenians around the world. Likewise, it’s also the closest point to the Mount Ararat from Armenia; very often this spot becomes the number 1 reason to visit our country!
Aside from Khor Virap, another place that can’t be missed is Noravank. It is one of the gems of medieval Armenian architecture, nestled high among the stunning brick-red cliffs in the end of the Gnishik Canyon. Here you will see the one and only depiction of God the Father in Armenia, which is just as astonishing as the face of Jesus Christ that appeared on the dome of the Church’s narthex. Built by Orbelian noblemen, it stands out among our churches as the sepulcher of this noble family, making it unique since it was absolutely prohibited to bury people inside a church since the 5th century.
The tour will take you to the Bird’s Cave. In 2008, archeologists discovered several of the world’s oldest artifacts, including a leather shoe and a winery. The site, overlooking Arpa River near the town of Areni, is claimed to date mostly to the Early Bronze Age (around 5,000-6,000 years ago). It also contains evidence of elaborate burial rituals and agricultural practices.
What concerns the “finishing touch” to this tour, you will be given a chance to taste and even purchase Armenia’s renowned Areni wine. Made from the oldest grape variety in the whole world, the wine is available in several wineries in the actual town of Areni itself, which we will make a stop at before finishing the trip.
Additional Information
Starting time and place: at request
Possible languages: English, Russian. In case the tour is organized in other language, changes of the prices are possible.
Reviews (4)
4 reviews for Private Tour: Khor Virap, Noravank, Areni Cave (Birds Cave), “Hin Areni” Winery (tour and wine tasting)
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From 48.000 AMD
elena13052019 –
Быстро и удобно организовать наш отдых помогли в Ерани Травел, удобный трансфер из отеля к началу экскурсии, комфортный транспорт на экскурсии, вкусные и сытные обеды, замечательные экскурсоводы.
Отдельно хотелось бы отметить Ани… спасибо!!!
Rosstur_2020 –
Покупали экскурсию в этом агентстве. Нашим водителем был Марат, а гидом Анна) очень все понравилось – Анна подробно и увлекательно рассказывала, а Марат в это время уверенно рулил, успевая шутить)) накормили вкусным обедом. Большое спасибо ребятам за заботу и отлично выполненную работу!
Olga –
Блестящая , досконально продуманная программа , логистика всего дня – за что огромное спасибо компании ! Красота невероятная ! Места сказочные ! (Поворот к Монастырю Нораванк идёт через ущелье незабываемой красоты! Сам монастырь очень естественно вписан в окружающие горы, создаётся впечатление единого целого). Все места – обязательны к посещению.
Отдельно выражаем благодарность нашему гиду Armina – за интереснейшую информацию, и нашему водителю Карену – за фантастический уровень вождения!!! Ольга и Ирина
Daria Kuzmina (verified owner) –
Спасибо Yerani travel за отличный тур. Нашим гидом была Наира, блестяще провела экскурсию, настоящий мастер своего дела. На и красоты средневековой архитектуры никого не оставят равнодушным. Искренне рекомендую