Khor Virap, Noravank & Areni Wine Tour from Yerevan
Description
Discover some of the most iconic destinations in southern Armenia on this private day trip from Yerevan. This tour combines breathtaking landscapes, ancient monasteries, and Armenia’s famous wine region. Start with a visit to Khor Virap Monastery, one of the most famous viewpoints of Mount Ararat and an important spiritual site in Armenian history. Continue through the scenic Ararat Valley to the Areni wine region, known as one of the oldest wine-making areas in the world. Here you can enjoy local wine traditions and beautiful vineyard landscapes. The journey then leads to Noravank Monastery, dramatically located in a deep red-rock canyon and considered one of the most beautiful monasteries in Armenia. This private tour allows you to travel comfortably, enjoy flexible stops for photos, and explore the highlights of southern Armenia at your own pace.
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Itinerary
The monastery Khor Virap stands before the snowcapped flanks of Mount Ararat offering a spectacular view of the mountain, the national symbol of Armenia.
During the trip you have an opportunity to taste armenian wine in Areni winery.
Monastery Noravank, dates back to XIII—XIV centuries.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Please mention the exact location in the city center you want to be picked up at.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- 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
Reviews(14)
I often visit Armenia and use the services of the company constantly. Always pleasant communication with the administrator of Arevik, professional approach in planning the client's tour and punctuality in executing agreements. New, comfortable and clean cars. Driver Edward is a charming, kind, pleasant man. Always neat and polite. Never leave the customer alone in communication with other people - provide translation, warn against wrong actions, carefully monitor the negotiation of the cost of purchases and negotiate with sellers a reasonable price, not overcharged for tourists) Very much loves nature and feels its beauty. Showed us fabulous mountain views we could never dream of. Sincerely loves his homeland and knows the history of the country deeply. My family has come to love Armenia and we will return soon to continue exploring the wonderful country and to continue getting to know the hospitable and kind people. A huge thank you to your company! You guys are doing great!🙏
Большое спасибо Александр за Ваш тёплый отзыв и многолетнее доверие к нашей компании! Нам очень приятно, что Вы высоко оценили работу Аревик и Эдуарда, а также комфорт и качество наших услуг. Особенно радует, что Ваша семья полюбила Армению и продолжает открывать для себя её красоту. Будем рады вновь приветствовать Вас и помочь сделать Ваше следующее путешествие таким же незабываемым!
We had booked a tour three months in advance, which canceled at 8 PM night before. We were left in a jam and quickly booked this tour. It was absolutely perfect!! The driver was so kind and professional. It almost made us grateful that our original tour was canceled. We would highly recommend this one!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're sorry to hear about your original tour, but we're thrilled we could step in and make your day a great one. We'll be sure to pass your compliments to the driver—hope to see you again!
Our trip did not include a visit to Areni winery (we went as part of one of the other tours we took on a different day). This was one of our favorite tours while in Armenia. Arev was our tour guide and Artur was our driver. We were amazed to see Khor Virap and learn about the shocking history of this place. We were able to climb down into the prison cave (it was a bit scary to use the latter but very interesting to see the cave). We also really loved seeing Noravank, located in such a breathtaking location. It is surrounded by red rock cliffs and is such a unique landscape. We highly recommend this tour!
Dear Lana, thank you for the review and recommendation. We are happy to know you enjoyed your tour and had an unforgettable experience exploring the prison cave. Hope to see you again in Armenia and explore more places togather.
It was such a lovely tour! The sights was beautiful and we took a lot of photos. Our guide was very well informed about the places we went to and answered all our questions about Armenia in general. The driver was responsible and took good care of us. Thank you!!!
Dear Marizelle, thank you so much for your excellent review. We are delighted to know you liked your experience with Land of Noah and have warm memories from your visit to Armenia. We are looking forward to seeing you and your friends in Armenia again in the near future.
It was such a nice tour, we stopped at all places we wanted to see and the driver even showed as an amazing restaurant cause we were already hungry. Further he told us some facts about the sites and about Armenia. Highly recommended!
We're really grateful and appreciate you taking the time to share your rating with other travellers. We are happy to know you enjoyed your tour. Hope to see you again soon!
I definitely recommend this trip. Maria had lots of information on the old and recent history of the region, and we also stopped several times on the way, sometimes with a detour from the originally planned route, to make photos of the scenery. If you like the spirit of Indiana Jones , then Noravank is definitely the place to be. You can easily skip the winery though, it looked like a place for mass tourism (different sorts of wine served in the same glass, with very little explanation).
Dear Tatiana, thank you so much for sharing your experience with the other travellers. It was a pleasure to work with your group. We are happy to know you enjoyed the tour and the visited sights. We will be happy to see you again in Armenia!!
Our driver was very friendly guys with typical armenian humor:) He stoped everywhere we wont. Adviced to us best jezva coffe and restarants with homemade ingredients. 5 of 5*
Dear Ladislav, thank you for the review. We are happy to know you enjoyed your ride with our company. Hope to see you again in the future.
wonderful driver Edward, thank him very much - a knowledgeable and intelligent man! Full-day tour - and experiences for a week!
Спасибо за отзыв и теплые слова. Нам очень приятно знать что Вам понравилось экскурсия и Вы проверили замечательное время. Эдуарду было приятно работать с Вами. Надеемся увидеть Вас сного в Армении.
We had a great experience at this private tour organised by Land of Noah. The driver and guide, Mr Arthur, was very helpful, friendly, courteous and informative. He was well versed in English, and happily answered all our questions. The Khor Virap monastery overlooking Ararat mountain was a sight to behold, and the Areni winery tour was quite charming too. It was nice driving around the wine growing region and walking among the vineyards. The day was capped off with the most memorable lunch we had at a family owned local restaurant with all produce, including the wine and vodka, produced in-house. It was truly memorable and can't thank Mr Arthur enough for the wonderful day tour. Highly, highly recommend and value for money too! 😊
Thank you so much for your very kind words, Mitchelle DSouz – we are all delighted that you enjoyed your visit so much. We do try hard to make our guests feel at home, and well taken care of. It is very rewarding to know how much our guests enjoy themselves. Arthur will be delighted to hear your words of appreciation about him. We hope to be able to welcome you back very soon!
I cannot recommend this trip enough. The driver, Artak, and the guide, Arman, were with me on two trips while in Armenia and both were extremely friendly, funny, informative and had great English. The trip itself was amazing. I went in early march and we were nearly the only people at Khor Virap and other landmarks. Due to the weather and some extreme snowfall we could not travel to some parts mentioned in the trip, but the guide and driver were quick to make other plans and we visited some other sites at lower altitude and still had a wonderful day. No time was lost and no shortcuts were taken, meaning that I still had an incredible time. I would highly recommend the trip to Khor Virap and Areni, and if you are doing any tours with Land of Noah while in Armenia, I would highly recommend requesting Arman and Artak as your guides. Not only did we visit some incredible attractions, but I learned so much about Armenia as a country, its culture, history, cuisine, industry and so much more. Don't be afraid to ask loads of questions!
Dear Michael, thank you for choosing Land of Noah and leaving this wonderful review. It is much appreciated. We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your tour with us and have nice memories from our country. We are looking forward to welcoming you back in Armenia again!
