Private tour to Garni temple and Geghard monastery
The tour includes 2 of the most famous sights in Armenia.
Garni temple is the only Greco-Roman style temple in the territory of Armenia.
Geghard (meaning "spear") is a medieval monastery, being partially carved out of the adjacent mountain, surrounded by cliffs. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site with enhanced protection status.
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Private tour to Garni temple and Geghard monastery
What's included in Private tour to Garni temple and Geghard monastery
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Garni Temple
Garni is the only pagan temple in the territory of Armenia, dating back to the 1st century A.D. Nearby the temple there are the ruins of intricate mosaic baths. The view of the Garni Gorge is simply breathtaking. Along the sides of the gorge are cliff walls of well-preserved basalt columns, carved out by the river Goght. This portion of the Nature’s masterpiece is typically referred to as the “Symphony of the Stones”.
Charent's Arch
The Arch of Charents was erected in 1957 and named in honour of one of the most famous Armenian poets Eghishe Charents. They say, Charents loved this place and used to visit it frequently. The arch itself is just an arch, you may even wonder, why this place is a “must-see”. But from the Charents Arch opens a breathtaking view on mount Ararat, probably one of the most stunning views of the Biblical mountain.
The Monastery of Geghard
The monastery of Geghard contains a number of churches and tombs, most of them cut into the rock, which illustrate the very peak of Armenian medieval architecture. The complex of medieval buildings is set into a landscape of great natural beauty, surrounded by towering cliffs at the entrance to the Azat Valley.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance ticket to Garni temple- 1500 AMD p/p
- No meals
- Guide service is an extra charge - 60 USD per day
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Beau Monde Service is located on the 2nd floor of Armenia Marriott hotel Yerevan.
