Private 7-8-hour Khor Virap, Garni temple & Geghard monastery trip from Yerevan
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Explore most amazing attractions of Armenia! Visit Khor Virap monastery, a great place for embracing the most picturesque views of the mountain. Visit Garni, the only pagan temple which exists in Armenia before moving onto Geghard monastery, a complex which is carved in a cave and listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
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Khor Virap is the most famous pilgrimage site in Armenia, as it is directly connected with the adoption of Christianity. As a state religion, Christianity in Armenia was adopted in 301 due to endeavors of Saint Gregory The Illuminator, who, before converting King Trdat The 3rd to Christianity, was imprisoned in the dungeon, over which a church of Khor Virap monastery was built in the 17th century. From the monastery one can admire the stunning view of the Biblical Mount Ararat.
Geghard monastery is the unsurpassable masterpiece of the 13th century Armenian architecture. Some of the churches of the complex are masterfully hewn in a huge rock. From the outset the complex was called Ayrivank (cave monastery), later it was renamed Geghard (lance) as the lance, used by the roman soldier to sting Jesus Christ's side, had been kept in this monastery for many centuries. Due to its construction, Geghardavank serves the best place for singing spiritual songs. The complex is rich in subtle sculptural embellishments and many striking khachkars (cross-stones). The site is included in UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List.
Garni temple, which towers over a triangular cape, is the unique survived example of heathen culture in Armenia. It is a blend of Greco-Roman and Armenian styles. King Trdat The First ordered building the temple in the first century AD and dedicated it to the God of Sun. After adopting Christianity in 301, the pagan temple lost its significance and the fortress of Garni became the summer residence of the kings. Nowadays the ruins of the royal palace and the bathroom with a stunning mosaic work can be found near the temple.
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- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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I booked several day trips departing from Yerevan. Everything was perfect. Good means of transportation and excellent drivers. Precision in managing appointments. The guides turned out to be all above expectations, kind, friendly, and available for any issue. Absolutely to be recommended
Molte grazie per il gentile commento! Siete sempre i benvenuti in Armenia!
I booked the private tour from Hyur’s official website - which is much cheaper than the one advertised on Tripadvisor (I suppose TA takes commission). The customer service contacted me three days prior to confirm the details and answered all kinds of my questions. The driver Arman was very professional and polite and went above and beyond to take me to bus station twice to purchase an intercity mini bus ticket. He couldn’t speak much English but whenever it’s something important he called his office to translate to me to make sure there is no misunderstanding. At each place, I got to spend as much time as I wanted and enjoyed the great views and architectures of the monasteries. Highly recommend this private tour to people who want to travel at their own pace.
It’s so nice to hear that you were satisfied with our services. You can surely rely on our company in future as well!
Amazing tour with the best driver who did everything to make our tour nice and memorable experience! Thanks a lot to our driver Hrach for this great discovery of the beautiful Armenia! 🙏🏻🫶🏻
We’re so grateful for your warm review! We look forward to planning your next unforgettable experience in Armenia.
Driver Aracel was very accommodating and attentive!!
Siamo davvero contenti per il vostro feedback positivo! Non vediamo l'ora di darvi il benvenuto ancora una volta in Armenia!
From the very first contacts via WhatsApp, we found great availability and professionalism. We requested a customized private tour, adding some stops to the tour proposed on the website, and they accommodated every one of our requests. The added value of the tour was our driver Mr. Aracel, who arrived right on time at our hotel and accompanied us with his smile and great professionalism on a wonderful day. Always attentive to our every need. He made us experience an unforgettable time in the magnificent places of Armenia, adding very genuine and authentic experiences to our tour. Thank you, Aracel, and thank you, Hyur Service. We will return to Armenia for another tour with you!!
Grazie infinite per i complimenti! Siamo onorati della vostra scelta e speriamo di potervi accogliere nuovamente presto!
It's a great tour. Thanks to the high professionalism of our guide Mariam, we have learned a lot about Armenian history and culture. We are fascinated by Armenia and the people who made our stay here so wonderful. Thank you, dear Mariam! Also thank the driver of the Ara - very careful driving of the car, attentiveness to the passengers!
Спасибо за добрые слова! Мы будем рады принять Вас в Армении в будущем!
Arthur is awesome. He’s really friendly and super flexible with my schedule. The sites are definitely worth seeing. If you’re in Yerevan, check this out!
Thank you for the glowing review! We’ll be delighted to host you again in Armenia anytime!
For our big family trip to Armenia, we wished for a reliable partner to have a smooth experience and a fun time for all age groups. Hyur provided us with exactly that!!! We were a group of 60 people, and all our guests - from 3y.o to 70y.o - enjoyed every bit of it. THANK YOU to our amazing drivers Samvel, Levon and Hayk for your patience and for making traveling in Armenia so comfortable with you. MANY THANKS to the head office ladies for transparent communication, 24/7 support and patience accommodating to all our special requests and wishes. Won't even consider another company in the future - hyur is simply the best!
Your perfect review is much appreciated! We will gladly organize your vacations whenever necessary!
We booked the tour 24 hours in advance, was processed fast and well. Driver Arakel was waiting for us at 8 in the morning as agreed. As we were going through different viewpoints he explained facts about history, culture, people and a lot more. We even stopped for berries to keep the energy levels high with natural sugar. Took photos of us and a lot more. Had the pleasure to share lunch together as well. Safe. Lovely. Fun. If you are visiting Armenia and want to get a tour, this is the way to do it!
Thank you for the warm review! Our company will gladly take care of your vacation during your next visit to Armenia!
Really enjoyed the private tour with our driver Arakel, everything was on time, stopped along the way in different beautiful places. Very pleasant interaction, delicious lunch. We'll definitely come back.
Спасибо огромное за теплые слова! С радостью примем Вас в Армении и в будущем!
