Private wine tour to Khor Virap, Areni winery, Noravank
Khor Virap is the place where Grigor Luisavorich (St. Gregory the Illuminator) was imprisoned for 13 years before curing King Trdat III of a disease. This caused the adoption of Christianity in Armenia in the year 301.
In fact, the name Khor Virap means “deep pit”, named after the prison where St. Gregory the Illuminator was held.
The next stop will be Monastery Noravank, which dates back to XIII—XIV centuries. The complex includes the 1339 St. Astvatsatsin (“Burtelashen”) sepulchre-church, St. Stepanos Nakhavka and gavit, the St. Grigor Church and Stepanos Orbelian Sepulchre, the remains of medieval chapels and residential quarters and a modern office and hall.
In the end of our trip you have an opportunity to taste armenian wine in Areni winery.
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1-2 travellers with a guide
Private tour to Khor Virap, Areni winery, Noravank
Pickup included
What's included in Private wine tour to Khor Virap, Areni winery, Noravank
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Khor Virap
The monastery Khor Virap stands before the snowcapped flanks of Mount Ararat offering a spectacular view of the mountain, the national symbol of Armenia.
Noravank Monastery
Monastery Noravank, dates back to XIII—XIV centuries.
Areni Wine Factory
During the trip you have an opportunity to taste armenian wine in Areni winery.
Inclusions
- Transport by air conditioned vehicle according to the number of participants
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Wine tasting
- Food and drinks
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Name, number is required at time of booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Pickup and Dropoff
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Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Please mention the exact location in the city center you want to be picked up at.
