Private tour to Khor Virap, Areni, Noravank, Birds' cave (Areni 1), Jermuk
Description
We offer a tour during which you can appear in the most famous pilgrimage site of the Armenian Apostolic Church - Monastery Khor Virap which stands before the snowcapped flanks of Mount Ararat offering a spectacular view of the mountain, to explore the mediaveille monastery Noravank, get acquainted with the 6000 years of history of winemaking in Armenia, taste Armenian wine and min iral water in Jermuk.
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Itinerary
It is where Grigor Luisavorich (St. Gregory the Illuminator) was imprisoned for 13 years before curing King Trdat III of a disease. This caused the adoption of Christianity in Armenia in the year 301.The name Khor Virap means “deep pit”, named after the prison where St. Gregory the Illuminator was held.
Monastery Noravank dates back to XIII—XIV centuries.
Taste different tipes of Armenian wine in Areni winery
Birds cave is one of the rarest and best-preserved late Chalcolithic (Copper Age) monuments in the South Caucasus, study of which gives us a chance to understand not only the peculiarities of the material culture in the 5th-4th millennium BCE, but which also shows us that wine-production in Armenia has at least a 6,000 year history.
Jermuk is mountain spa town. The name of the town is derived from the Armenian word of "jermuk" or "jermook" meaning "warm mineral spring". Jermuk is famous for its hot springs and mineral water brands bottled in the town. It is attractive for its fresh air, waterfall, artificial lakes, walking trails, the surrounding forests and mineral water pools.
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Important Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Dress code is smart casual
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Reviews(1)
Very interesting tours accompanied by very professional and helpful guides. Clean and efficient means of transport. A very nice tour and rich in history.
Caro Leone Paride, grazie mille per la sua recensione positiva! Siamo felici di sapere che ha apprezzato i nostri tour e la professionalità delle nostre guide. Ci impegniamo sempre a fornire un servizio di qualità, e siamo lieti che i mezzi di trasporto siano stati all'altezza delle sue aspettative. Speriamo di rivederla presto per un'altra esperienza ricca di storia e cultura!
