Khor Virap - Areni Winery - Noravank : Private Wine Tour
Description
Is this your first time in Armenia? If yes... We will make sure it leaves a lasting impression on you! Discover some of the most important landmarks in Armenia on this private tour from Yerevan. Take the chance to visit Khor Virap Monastery, which means "deep dungeon" a former royal prison, where St Gregory the Illuminator was kept when Christians were being persecuted by pagans the closest spot for a spectacular view of Mt. Ararat. Taste traditional Armenian wine in Hin Areni Winery, visit ancient Birds Cave, where there were found old artefacts, like leather shoe and a winery! During the tour you will visit the unique two-storey Noravank Monastery which is considered the masterpiece of Armenian architecture, here you will see the one and only depiction of God. You will have unforgettable impressions and enjoy warm atmosphere. Our trips are unique and the unforgettable, you will enjoy the time spent with our professional driver and extra curious and clever guides.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The tour will start with a short journey along the expanses of the Ararat Valley. Khor Virap Monastery is located about an hour's drive from the capital, offering stunning views of Mount Ararat from the very nearest spot, which is very often the first reason to visit Armenia.
Wine tasting at the “Hin Areni” winery, one of the oldest settlements in Armenia, famous for its wines. You will have a stop near the ancient "Cave of Birds", also called Areni-1.
And at the end of the tour, you will be able to compare your impressions of the shrine with the emotions that you will experience at the spiritual center of Eastern Armenia, the family tomb of the Orbelian princes - the Noravank monastery. Here you will see the panorama of the Arpa river gorge.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Meeting point by arrangement
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
