Khor Virap, Noravank, Areni-1 Cave and Jermuk
Description
This full-day private tour from Yerevan with "Yerani travel" promises a spectacular view to the most popular historical landmark of Armenia-the Biblical Mount Ararat. Immerse yourself in the rich history of Khor Virap and Noravank monasteries, and savor Armenia's famous Areni wine. Explore the Bird's Cave, where ancient secrets lie within its captivating rock formations. Visit the city of Jermuk with its beautiful waterfall and recognized curable waters and enjoy your sightseeing in comfort.
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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. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that this place is one of the most sacred spots for Armenians around the world. Likewise, it’s also the closest point to the Mount Ararat from Armenia; very often this spot becomes the number 1 reason to visit our country!
Aside from Khor Virap, another place that can’t be missed is Noravank. It is one of the gems of medieval Armenian architecture, nestled high among the stunning brick-red cliffs in the end of the Gnishik Canyon. Here you will see the one and only depiction of God the Father in Armenia, which is just as astonishing as the face of Jesus Christ that appeared on the dome of the Church’s narthex.
Discover the fascinating Areni Cave, known for its ancient wine production and remarkable archaeological finds.
Discover the charm of Jermuk, a lovely town known for its natural beauty and healing waters. One of the highlights of your visit will be the Mineral Waters Gallery. Here, you can explore different types of mineral water sourced from local springs. Next, don’t miss the Jermuk Waterfall. Jermuk Waterfall drops 72 meters and flows gracefully into the Arpa River. Locals affectionately refer to it as "Mermaid's Hair" because of its delicate appearance.
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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
Reviews(6)
The views is amazing for sure… but without a help of tourist guide and professional driver I could not see and learned how valuable culture and historical of the Armenian Country . I would like to recommend this YERANI TRAVEL AGENCY to Book your Tour Packages to go in another Cities exam .like Jermuk City , if you would like to Travel in Armenia , coz u will have an amazing and very helpful Tour Guide , her name is NARE or NARI shes very Good in English and Russian . I really liked her , She’s Very Kind, and lovely. Because of her , i would like to learned Armenian language and Visit again here in Armenia. The locals here is no Nice. I really liked the ambiance of Country , Historical , Culture and Beliefs.
Dear Joan, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're glad you enjoyed your trip and appreciated the beautiful landscapes and rich history along the way. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to see you again! Best Regards, "Yerani Travel" team
Very nice experience ! Anastasia and Micho were perfect ! You should take this experience in order to see a lot of yerevans best.
Dear Sotiris, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We hope to see you back in our sunny Armenia again in the future. Best Regards, "Yerani travel" team
Great experience. Everything was perfect! A special thanks to Anastasia, very warming and competent!
Dear guest, thanks for being so kind, Sincerely, "Yerani Travel" team
The tour was well run, started on time, and the company delivered everything they promised. Our guide, Hayk, was exception and we learned so much from him. Thank you!
Dear Guadalajara Tim, Thanks for joining us on the tour and also thank you for taking your time to write the review. It's our pleasure to read your kind words about our staff and services. We hope to see you again here! With warm wishes, "Yerani Travel" team
Brilliant, carefully designed program, all day logistics - for which thank you so much company! The beauty is incredible! The places are fabulous! (The turn to the Noravanck Monastery goes through a gorge of unforgettable beauty! The monastery itself is very naturally inscribed in the surrounding mountains, creating the impression of a single unit). All places are mandatory. We express our gratitude to our guide Armina - for the most interesting information, and to our driver Karen - for the fantastic driving level!!! Olga and Irina
Уважаемые Ольга и Ирина, Мы благодарны Вам за теплые слова! Нам очень приятно, что Вы и Ваша подруга остались довольны услугами Ерани Травел. Мы обязательно передадим Ваши добрые слова нашим сотрудникам. Будем рады встречи с Вами во время Вашего следующего визита в Армению! С наилучшими пожеланиями, Команда "Ерани Травел"
We had an amazing time here as all the tours were organized very properly. They also kept our special request for halal food in mind and gave us special consideration. Our tour guide Mr. Sanasar was very friendly and kind. Very informative guy with a mentality to help! We are highly impressed and would want him to assist us in the rest of our trips!
Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. It is our pleasure to hear that your expectations were met and you have enjoyed the tours with our company. We hope to have a chance to provide you with our services again in the near future. Best Regards, Yerani Travel Team
