Private Tour: Khor Virap Monastery, Holy Echmiadzin, Zvartnots Temple
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.
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What's included in Private Tour: Khor Virap Monastery, Holy Echmiadzin, Zvartnots Temple
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Khor Virap
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.
Saint Hripsime Church
You will visit the St. Hripsime church, which was built on the sepulcher of a Christian nun Hripsime who fled from the Roman Empire and was killed in Armenia. This amazing building has stood upright from the day of its construction since 618 A.D, making it one of the oldest standing churches in the world.
Saint Gayane Church
Five minutes drive away will be our next spot: the 7th century church of St. Gayane. Gayane was the nanny of Hripsime, and shared Hripsime’s tragic fate.
Inclusions
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Hotel Pick up and Drop off
- Lunch (upon request)
- Professional guide (upon request)
- Entrance Tickets
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Possible languages: English, Russian. In case the tour is organized in other language, changes of the prices are possible.
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• The company might decide to change or cancel the trips in case of unfavorable weather conditions. • Jacket and comfortable walking shoes are recommended Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
