Tour to Garni and Geghard is exactly what you need. It's the best choice not only because both Garni and Geghard located in a distance of 30 km from Yerevan, but also because it is one of favorite tourist destinations: tour from Paganism to Christianity, where you can enjoy architectural heritage of the country, it’s incredible nature and have a lovely conversation with locals.
As a matter of fact, pagan temple Garni and Geghard monastery doesn’t share any commonality. The only thing that connects them is quite close location and belonging to the cultural heritage of the Armenian nation.
The tour is assigned for travelers of all ages and preferences. Optionally, the tour can be designed with emphasis on active journey, as well as on gastronomic and ethnographic aspects
Photo-stop at Vokhchaberd village near Charents arch. In good weather, it offers an incredible view of Mount Ararat.
Visiting of pagan temple Garni. It is the only Hellenistic colonnaded building in Armenia. It was built by king Tiridates I in the second half of the 2nd century AD (77 AD) as a temple to the god of sun Mithra (known as Mihr in Armenian). Later on it was converted into a royal summer house of Armenian kings. In the territory of the temple one can find ruins of the fortress, a royal summer palace and a bath complex, which was built in the 3rd century AD. It also offers a magnificent view of the river Azat and Garni Gorge.
A small hike to the Garni Gorge, where we can discover the natural wonder – "Symphony of the Stones" basalt column formations along the cliff side. The natural symmetry fascinates and attracts the eye. Օptionally you can order an SUV to go down to the gorge.
You will make your own way to the meeting points