Embark on a private tour of Armenia’s UNESCO Heritage Sites, including Echmiadzin, Sardarapat, and Zvartnots Temple. Explore the religious history and architectural wonders of this ancient country.
Embark on a private tour of Armenia’s UNESCO Heritage Sites, including Echmiadzin, Sardarapat, and Zvartnots Temple. Explore the religious history and architectural wonders of this ancient country.
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Sardarapat Memorial - The Sardarapat Memorial stands as a proud symbol of resilience and triumph. It honors the Armenian victory against Ottoman forces during the 1918 Battle of Sardarapat, a crucial event in the formation of the First Armenian Republic.
Visitors have the opportunity to explore the on-site museums, which feature enlightening…
- Sardarapat Memorial - The Sardarapat Memorial stands as a proud symbol of resilience and triumph. It honors the Armenian victory against Ottoman forces during the 1918 Battle of Sardarapat, a crucial event in the formation of the First Armenian Republic.
Visitors have the opportunity to explore the on-site museums, which feature enlightening exhibits about Armenia’s history during this era. Access to the museums requires an additional fee, and visiting them is optional.
- Saint Hripsime Church - The St. Hripsime Church was constructed over the tomb of the Christian nun Hripsime, who fled the Roman Empire and was martyred in Armenia. This remarkable structure has remained intact since its construction in 618 A.D., making it one of the world’s oldest surviving churches.
- Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin - Armenian Apostolic Church (Armenian Orthodox Church) - The Mother Cathedral of Holy Etchmiadzin is the spiritual heart of the Armenian Apostolic Church. The cathedral is a testament to Armenian national identity and heritage, showcasing the nation’s deep Christian roots.
- Saint Gayane Church - Just a 5-minute drive away is the next destination: the 7th-century St. Gayane Church. Gayane was Hripsime’s caretaker and shared in her tragic destiny.
- Zvartnots Temple - On the return journey to Yerevan, there will be a final stop at another stunning 7th-century temple, which is also part of the UNESCO heritage list.
Legend has it that the name “Zvartnots” means “celestial angels,” inspired by the belief that angels once watched over the temple.
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Guide Services (upon Request)
- Entrance tickets
- Lunch
- Guide Services (upon Request)
- Entrance tickets
Join a private tour with ‘Yerani Travel’ to explore Armenia’s religious history through its important historical attractions and architectural wonders listed in the UNESCO heritage list. Visit the Holy Echmiadzin, the world’s first Christian church, dating back to the 4th century, as well as the historic St. Hripsime and St. Gayane churches and the…
Join a private tour with ‘Yerani Travel’ to explore Armenia’s religious history through its important historical attractions and architectural wonders listed in the UNESCO heritage list. Visit the Holy Echmiadzin, the world’s first Christian church, dating back to the 4th century, as well as the historic St. Hripsime and St. Gayane churches and the remnants of the Zvartnots Temple. These sites underline the country’s religious and architectural distinctiveness. Pay tribute to the Sardarapat Memorial, a significant landmark commemorating their wartime victory that ensured the nation’s survival.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
