Khor Virap, Noravank & Wine Tours
Behold Armenia’s most iconic view: the Khor Virap monastery on a hilltop directly beneath the snow-capped slopes of Mount Ararat. Tours continue to the cliff-set Noravank monastery glowing red at sunset and the Areni wine region, home to the world’s oldest known winery, for tastings of ancient Armenian wines.
8 tour · prices per person, book with partner
Khor Virap & Wineries in Yerevan — FAQ
What is Khor Virap?
Khor Virap is Armenia’s most photographed monastery, set on a hill right beneath Mount Ararat, where St Gregory was famously imprisoned before converting the nation to Christianity.
Can you see Mount Ararat from Khor Virap?
Yes — Khor Virap offers the closest and most spectacular view of Mount Ararat from Armenia, best in clear morning weather.
What is the Areni wine region?
Areni is Armenia’s historic wine area near Noravank, home to the 6,000-year-old Areni-1 cave winery and famed for its red wines, ideal for tastings.