Garni and Geghard Half-Day Private Tour
Description
"""The first stop on the itinerary is the Arch of Charents - monument-viewpoint of the Biblical Mt.Ararat. Next, the Pagan Temple of Garni - only standing Hellenistic pagan temple in the Caucasus Region, dating back to the first century AD - built as a temple to the sun god Mihr (Mithra). There is a well-preserved Roman bathhouse in the territory as well. Geghard Monastery or Ayrivank is an important architectural, historical and religious sight in Armenia. Most of the monastery is carved inside a rock combined with architecture of 4th to 10th centuries of Armenian Renaissance. Geghard Monastery is part of the UNESCO world Heritage sights together with the Upper Azat Valley. """
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Itinerary
Garni Temple (77 A.D.) – the first stop – is the only standing temple in the whole post-Soviet area. Garni gracefully stands on a high plateau overlooking the Azat river gorge. You will also see the roman bath house with the mysterious mosaic, made out of 30,000 pieces of natural stones, as well as the ruins of the royal palace of 3rd century A.D.
Garni Gorge is a stunning natural attraction located in Armenia, near the village of Garni. It is also known as the "Symphony of Stones" due to its unique rock formations that create a beautiful symphony of colors and shapes. * The visit to the Symphony of Stones is subject to weather conditions.
The next stop of the tour is the monastic complex of Geghard. Translated into English as “Monastery of the Holy Lance”, it refers to the lance with which Longinus pierced Jesus. Later brought to Armenia and kept in the Geghard monastery for 5 centuries. The most astonishing part is the virtue of the architect, who cut the church right into the solid rock whilst considering all the rules of Armenian architecture.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Reviews(20)
We had a great experience. The tour guide was very informative and we had many opportunities to stop on the drive to take photos and try some fresh lavash bread. Geghard was very crowded and amenities are not great, so better to use bathroom before travelling there. Garni was also excellent as well as the gorge which looks like the organ pipes. Tour was not rushed at all.
Thank you very much for your kind feedback and for choosing Yerani Travel! We are happy to know that you had a great experience and enjoyed the tour at a comfortable pace. Your comments are truly appreciated and help us continue improving our service. We hope to welcome you again in Armenia for another memorable journey! Warm regards, The Yerani Travel Team
Anastasia and Edgar are amazing they made the whole tour much better
Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that Anastasia and Edgar helped make your tour such a positive and enjoyable experience. We truly appreciate your words and hope to welcome you again in the future.
Beno was an excellent driver and the van we had was first class. Nectar was a fantastic tour guide. Very knowledgeable, very engaging and great English. I learned a lot and saw some beautiful sights and great scenery.
Dear guest. Thank you for your excellent feedback. We’re delighted that Beno’s professionalism and the comfort of the van met your expectations, and that Nectar’s knowledge and engaging guidance made the experience truly memorable. We look forward to welcoming you again with Yerani Travel.
The tour was excellent. Everything were well organised. The lady told us a lot about Armenia.
Dear guest, Thank you very much for your kind feedback! We’re happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found everything well organized. It’s wonderful to know that the guide’s stories and information helped you learn more about Armenia. We hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future!
This tour is the best.The tour guide womqn is very polite friendly😍🇦🇲❤️Thank you the tour and the lunchbis very delicious and the restourant place is beautiful🇦🇲❤️
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the tour, the delicious lunch, and the beautiful restaurant setting. It’s wonderful to know the experience was special for you. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable adventure in Armenia!
Edgar was an extraordinary host. We saw all shades of autumn on our way, an extremely beautiful view of Mount Ararat, a beautifully guided trip to the Garni Temple, the symphony of stones is a natural marvel that can't be told or written about, it must be witnessed with one's own eyes, and then finally visited Geghard, where Edgar showed us the symbolism and the history of the place. I must say, anyone taking the tour needs to take it with a guide, as you truly understand what each and every place represents and why it's something of value. In the end, it's the host that really made the trip special for us with his integrity, attitude, and hospitality. Thank you, Edgar! Looking forward to visiting and exploring all of Armenia with you!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the stunning autumn scenery, Mount Ararat views, and the incredible sites of Garni, the Symphony of Stones, and Geghard. It’s great to know that having a knowledgeable guide enhanced your experience and helped bring the history and symbolism of each place to life. We truly appreciate your kind words and are thrilled that the tour left such a memorable impression!
We booked it last minute and the driver picked us up from the hotel lobby. He didn’t speak much English, but he tried and he made the experience very pleasant. We enjoyed the sites and loved the “gata” cakes he recommended. Altogether it took around 4 hours, and it was just what we needed. Thanks again to our driver, he was one of the nicest people we met in our trip to Armenia.
Our guide Nektar was amazing, so full of life, so full in explanations, with very good English. The places we've visited are amazing and I truly recommend them.
Dear Silvia, Thank You for Your feedback! It’s great to know that the guide’s enthusiasm and detailed explanations made Your visit memorable. The sites truly are remarkable, and we appreciate Your recommendation. Looking forward to having You with us again!
I would like to thank one tour organization especially the guide Hasmik she was lovely and friendly, I enjoyed a lot of, highly recommended
Dear Guest, Thank you for your review! We're so happy to hear that you had a great time. We look forward to welcoming you on another tour in the future! Best Regards, Yerani Travel team
We had this beautoful tour with the guide Gor. He was very kind and professional. We absolutely recommend this tour with him!
Dear Massimo, Thank you for being so kind to share your experience with us. With best wishes, ''Yerani Travel'' team
