Khor Virap, Noravank & Areni - 1 grotte avec dégustation de vin
Description
Commencez votre voyage au monastère de Khor Virap, où une vue imprenable sur le mont Ararat crée un départ inoubliable. Continuez vers la célèbre région viticole arménienne et explorez la grotte Areni - 1, où les archéologues ont découvert la plus ancienne cave connue du monde (plus de 6 000 ans) et une chaussure en cuir vieille de 5 500 ans. Visitez le superbe monastère de Noravank, chef-d'œuvre de l'architecture arménienne médiévale situé au milieu de spectaculaires falaises de roche rouge. Terminez votre journée dans le village d'Areni, cœur de la viticulture arménienne, par une dégustation de vins locaux. Découvrez le vin là où il a été créé pour la première fois et profitez d'un mélange parfait d'histoire, de culture et de saveur.
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Bien qu'il existe divers sites historiques en Arménie, le plus ancien et le plus connu est probablement le mont biblique Ararat. C'est pourquoi notre circuit promet une vue spectaculaire depuis l'endroit le plus proche possible. Le monastère de Khor Virap est situé à environ une heure de route de la capitale Erevan et offre une vue imprenable sur le symbole déterminant de l'Arménie - le majestueux Ararat. «Khor Virap» se traduit par «donjon profond», et a été construit à l'endroit de l'ancienne prison royale, située sur le site historique d'Artashat. C'était cette prison dans laquelle ils ont gardé Grégoire l'Illuminateur, le premier catholicos arménien, pendant 13 ans. Par conséquent, il n'est pas surprenant que cet endroit soit l'un des endroits les plus sacrés pour les Arméniens du monde entier. De même, c’est aussi le point le plus proche du mont Ararat depuis l’Arménie; très souvent cet endroit devient la raison numéro 1 de visiter notre pays!
Un autre endroit à ne pas manquer est Noravank. C'est l'un des joyaux de l'architecture arménienne médiévale, niché au milieu des superbes falaises rouge brique au bout du canyon de Gnishik. Ici, vous verrez la seule et unique représentation de Dieu le Père en Arménie, qui est tout aussi étonnante que le visage de Jésus-Christ qui est apparu sur le dôme du narthex de l'Église. Construit par des nobles orbeliens, il se distingue parmi nos églises comme le sépulcre de cette noble famille, ce qui le rend unique puisqu'il était absolument interdit d'enterrer des personnes à l'intérieur d'une église depuis le 5ème siècle.
La visite vous mènera à la grotte Areni - 1 «Oiseaux». En 2008, les archéologues ont découvert plusieurs des objets les plus anciens du monde, notamment une chaussure en cuir et une cave. Le site, surplombant la rivière Arpa près de la ville d'Areni, est revendiqué à ce jour principalement à l'âge du bronze ancien (il y a environ 5 000 à 6 000 ans). Il contient également des preuves de rituels funéraires élaborés et de pratiques agricoles.
En ce qui concerne la «touche finale» de cette visite, vous aurez la chance de goûter et même d'acheter le célèbre vin Areni d'Arménie, fabriqué à partir du plus ancien cépage du monde. Le vin est disponible dans plusieurs établissements vinicoles de la ville même d'Areni, où nous ferons une halte avant de terminer le voyage. Dans le cadre de la visite, les clients dégusteront les plats les plus célèbres de la cuisine traditionnelle arménienne. Les plats sont uniques avec leur goût et leur arôme appétissant, caractéristiques uniquement de la cuisine arménienne.
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Informations importantes
- Landau ou poussette possible pour les bébés et enfants en bas âge
- Transports en commun disponibles à proximité
- Les enfants en bas âge doivent être assis sur les genoux d'un adulte
- Convient à toutes les conditions physiques
- Pour des raisons de sécurité, le voyage peut être modifié ou annulé en cas de mauvaises conditions météorologiques.
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Special thanks to Gayane 👋❤️
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.
Edgar and Anastasia were super friendly! A really good and informative tour.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We are glad to hear that you had a positive and informative experience and appreciated the service during your tour. We hope to welcome you again in the future.
A great tour, beautiful places ,amazing wine and an awesome your guide, definitely recommend it.
Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We are glad you enjoyed the tour and had a great experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again.
