Private tour to Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery, Tsaghkadzor, Kecharis Monastery
During this one-day private tour you will visit the unique pagan temple in Armenia – Garni, UNESCO heritage listed monastery – Geghard & Tsaghadzor city!
The pagan temple of Garni was built in the second half of the 1st century by King Trdat III. This is the only pagan temple, which has been preserved on the territory of Armenia. It is supposed that the temple was dedicated to Mithra, the God of the Sun.
Geghard Monastery is one of the greatest medieval architectural structures in Armenia. Geghard is completely hollowed out in a cave, it is also called a “cave monastery”. This monastery was founded in the 4th century AD. in place of the sacred spring, originating in the cave.
Tsaghkadzor is a spa town in Kotayk province of Armenia, it is popular ski and climate destination. Tsaghkadzor means “ravine full flowers”. It is a very beautiful place full of colors. Here you will also visit wonderful medieval monastery Kecharis, it was built in the early-mid ages.
Options
1-2 travelers, with a guide
Private tour to Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery, Tsaghkadzor, Kecharis Monastery, with a guide
Duration: 8 hours
Car, Sedan
Pickup included
What's included in Private tour to Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery, Tsaghkadzor, Kecharis Monastery
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Charent's Arch
Charents Arch is located near Yerevan, between the pagan temple of Garni and Geghard Christian monastery complex in the village of Vokhchaberd. At first glance, the Arch seems to be the most ordinary and unremarkable, but coming closer, passing to the platform inside the arch and looking at the panorama, everything becomes clear – this is the best place to admire the great and sacred mountain of Ararat, to be in unity with it and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Garni Temple
The pagan temple of Garni was built in the second half of the 1st century by King Trdat III. This is the only pagan temple, which has been preserved on the territory of Armenia. After the adoption of Christianity it became the summer residence of Khosrovadukht, sister of King Trdat III. It was destroyed in 1679 by an earthquake. Parts, fragments of graceful columns and wall stones were spread around the temple. It is supposed that the temple was dedicated to Mithra, the God of the Sun.
The Monastery of Geghard
Geghard Monastery is one of the greatest medieval architectural structures in Armenia. Geghard is completely hollowed out in a cave, it is also called a “cave monastery”. This monastery was founded in the 4th century AD. in place of the sacred spring, originating in the cave. The name of the monastery complex Geghard (spear) comes from the Langin’n spear, which pierced the body of Jesus Christ on the cross. At the moment this spear is kept in the museum of Etchmiadzin. The monastery complex Geghard is included in UNESCO World Heritage List.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- WiFi on board
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- English or Russian speaking Guide service (optional)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional driver
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Lunch
- The entrance fee of Garni temple, Symphony of stones and Tsaghkadzor ropeway
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We can organize the pickup from your hotel, apartment, hostel, etc.
