Khor Virap, Noravank & Areni - 1 Cueva con cata de vinos Tour en grupo
Descripción
Comience su viaje en el monasterio de Khor Virap, donde las impresionantes vistas del Monte Ararat crean un comienzo inolvidable. Continúe hacia la famosa región vinícola de Armenia y explore la Cueva Areni - 1, donde los arqueólogos descubrieron la bodega más antigua conocida del mundo (de más de 6.000 años de antigüedad) y un zapato de cuero de 5.500 años. Visite el impresionante Monasterio de Noravank, una obra maestra de la arquitectura medieval armenia situada entre dramáticos acantilados de roca roja. Termine su día en el pueblo de Areni, el corazón de la vinificación armenia, con una degustación de vinos locales. Experimente el vino donde se creó por primera vez y disfrute de una mezcla perfecta de historia, cultura y sabor.
Opciones de la excursión
Itinerario
Aunque hay varios hitos históricos en Armenia, el más antiguo y conocido es probablemente el Monte Ararat bíblico. Es por eso que nuestro recorrido promete una vista espectacular desde el lugar más cercano posible. El monasterio de Khor Virap se encuentra aproximadamente a una hora en coche de la capital, Ereván, y ofrece una vista increíble del símbolo que define a Armenia: el majestuoso Ararat. "Khor Virap" se traduce como "mazmorra profunda", y fue construido en el lugar de la antigua prisión real, ubicada en el sitio histórico de Artashat. Fue en esta prisión en la que mantuvieron a Gregory el Iluminador, el primer católico armenio, durante 13 años. Por lo tanto, no sorprende que este lugar sea uno de los lugares más sagrados para los armenios de todo el mundo. Asimismo, también es el punto más cercano al monte Ararat de Armenia; ¡Muy a menudo este lugar se convierte en la razón número 1 para visitar nuestro país!
Otro lugar que no puede perderse es Noravank. Es una de las joyas de la arquitectura armenia medieval, ubicada en lo alto de los impresionantes acantilados de color rojo ladrillo al final del cañón de Gnishik. Aquí verá la única representación de Dios Padre en Armenia, que es tan asombrosa como el rostro de Jesucristo que apareció en la cúpula del nártex de la Iglesia. Construido por nobles orbelianos, destaca entre nuestras iglesias como el sepulcro de esta noble familia, lo que lo hace único ya que estaba absolutamente prohibido enterrar personas en el interior de una iglesia desde el siglo V.
El recorrido lo llevará al Areni - 1 Cueva de los “Pájaros”. En 2008, los arqueólogos descubrieron varios de los artefactos más antiguos del mundo, incluido un zapato de cuero y una bodega. Se afirma que el sitio, con vistas al río Arpa cerca de la ciudad de Areni, data principalmente de la Edad del Bronce Antiguo (hace alrededor de 5.000-6.000 años). También contiene evidencia de elaborados rituales de entierro y prácticas agrícolas.
En lo que respecta al "toque final" de este recorrido, se le dará la oportunidad de degustar e incluso comprar el famoso vino Areni de Armenia, elaborado con la variedad de uva más antigua del mundo. El vino está disponible en varias bodegas de la propia localidad de Areni, en la que haremos una parada antes de finalizar el viaje. Como parte del recorrido, los huéspedes podrán degustar los platos más famosos de la cocina tradicional armenia. Los platos son únicos por su sabor y aroma apetitoso, característico solo de la cocina armenia.
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Qué incluye
Valoraciones de viajeros
Información importante
- Los bebés y los niños pequeños pueden ir en un cochecito o en una silla de paseo
- Hay opciones de transporte público disponibles en las cercanías
- Los bebés deben sentarse en el regazo de un adulto
- Adecuado para todos los niveles de aptitud física
- Por razones de seguridad, el viaje puede ser modificado o cancelado en caso de condiciones climáticas adversas.
Opiniones(351)
Atmosphere very nice and plaisant
Thank you very much for your kind review! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere during your tour. It was a pleasure to have you with us, and we hope to welcome you back to Armenia again in the future.
The guide was so much kinder! It was a guide in English, so I could only understand it, He also taught me about the history of the places I visited, and I was able to visit various places efficiently! Lunch is not included, but it is a process that cannot be canceled, so you need to see +α.
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted you had an enjoyable experience and found the tour both interesting and well organized. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again in the future.
Special thanks to Gayane 👋❤️
Thank you so much for your kind words! ❤️ It was a pleasure serving you, and Gayane will be delighted to hear your appreciation. We look forward to welcoming you again!
Absolutely enjoyable day the south part of Armenia!. The tour is well structured, the size (18 people) is perfect, the transportation and the hospitality are great. We really enjoyed the whole tour. Of course, besides the amazing places that you visit, the energy and the commitment of our guide Anastasia was at the highest level. She was full of information, but in an entertaining way, having our attention all the way from start to end. And with the skills and dedication of the driver Marat, this was the best tour we had. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Armenia.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you had such a memorable experience exploring southern Armenia. It’s great to know the overall organization, comfort, and group atmosphere met your expectations. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another journey in Armenia.
Very wonderful day trip and tour guide she very knowledgeable and professional.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the day trip and appreciated the professionalism and knowledge of your guide. We hope to welcome you again on another experience in Armenia.
Anastasia was our guide, and she was well organized, efficient, and straight to the point. She immediately inspired confidence and made the whole experience feel seamless. Marat, our driver, was also great—friendly, relaxed, and professional. The tour was absolutely worth it. The timing was perfect: not too long, with plenty of interesting places to see. The only additional cost was the entrance fee to the Birds' Cave (1,000 AMD), and there were four lunch options available (including one vegetarian option), all reasonably priced at around 4,000–5,000 AMD. On top of that, Anastasia went out of her way to help me arrange transportation from Areni to Jermuk to visit the hot springs, and she even made sure I arrived safely. 10/10 — highly recommended.
Thank you for your detailed review. We’re delighted to hear that you had such a smooth and enjoyable experience and that the overall organization, timing, and program met your expectations. It’s also wonderful to know you found the journey comfortable and well-structured, with good dining options along the way. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are especially glad that you felt well supported throughout your trip. We hope to welcome you again for another memorable experience in Armenia.
We were disappointed. The tour operator was Yerani Travel. The van was full and the seats were just big enough to fit you but not comfortable for any extended travel. They had a cooler that wasn’t cooling - so the water they handed out was warm, which was frustrating as the trip goes to the southern part of Armenia and it’s very very hot. I don’t recommend going this in summer at all actually. It’s literally torturous. The sites are amazing, but there’s definitely a lot to be walked on foot, lots of stairs and walking uphill, and in hot weather it’s anything but enjoyable. Then we were brought to a restaurant called Lchak. The food was horrible! The service too. Im from Armenia and I was ashamed that that was the food they were serving to people from other countries - while we are famous for our hospitality and great food! Then the AC broke in the van and that was our last straw - we took a cab from the last stop to go home, instead of waiting for them to get another van or drive 2 hrs in 95 degree weather with no AC. They need to do better with all the aspects of this tour. I rarely leave reviews - only when I’m really happy or really unhappy. People need to know what to expect here. Please be aware!
This tour was a fantastic value. Our guide Nektar kept us on time so we were able to enjoy all the stops fully. She adeptly handled both Russian speaking and English speaking travelers. All the sites were interesting and Nektar shared a wealth of information. Our driver was also excellent and very friendly. Everyone was made to feel very welcome.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable experience and that the day was well organized, allowing you to fully appreciate each stop. It’s great to know the experience felt welcoming and informative throughout. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again on another tour in Armenia.
The tour overall is good. The tour guide gave enough information but she spoke very fast and was rushing all time in the tour. The pace could be slower.
Thank you for your feedback. We are glad to hear you found the tour informative. We also appreciate your comments regarding the pace, and we will take them into consideration to improve the experience for future guests.
We had a wonderful day, and this tour was one of the highlights of our trip to Armenia. The itinerary was very well organized, and the landscapes were spectacular. A special thanks to our guide, who not only explained the history and monuments but also immersed us in the heart of Armenian culture, traditions, and the identity of this extraordinary people. Thanks to her passion and expertise, we understood the country we were visiting much better. The view of Mount Ararat from Khor Virap and the visit to Noravank will remain among the most beautiful memories of our trip. We highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to discover authentic Armenia.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We are very pleased to hear that you had such a memorable experience and appreciated the organization and cultural insight during the tour. We truly value your recommendation and hope to welcome you again in the future.
