Embark on a private tour from Yerevan and explore the ancient Garni Temple and Geghard Monastery. Marvel at the classical Hellenistic architecture of the temple and discover the UNESCO World Heritage site of the monastery carved into a basalt rock. Book now!
Embark on a private tour from Yerevan and explore the ancient Garni Temple and Geghard Monastery. Marvel at the classical Hellenistic architecture of the temple and discover the UNESCO World Heritage site of the monastery carved into a basalt rock. Book now!
- Charent’s Arch - Brief stop at the arch, offering the best viewpoint in front of Mount Ararat.
- The Monastery of Geghard - Named after the holy lance that pierced Christ’s side during the crucifixion, this World Heritage-listed monastery is carved into the rock face of the Azat River Gorge. According to legend, it was founded in the 4th…
- Charent’s Arch - Brief stop at the arch, offering the best viewpoint in front of Mount Ararat.
- The Monastery of Geghard - Named after the holy lance that pierced Christ’s side during the crucifixion, this World Heritage-listed monastery is carved into the rock face of the Azat River Gorge. According to legend, it was founded in the 4th century, and its oldest surviving chapel dates back to the 12th century. The highly atmospheric Surp Astvatsatsin (Holy Mother of God Church) dates from 1215 and features exquisite carvings; its adjoining gavit (vestibule) with its nine arches was constructed between 1215 and 1225.
- Garni Temple - The Garni Pagan Temple is a masterpiece of classical Hellenistic architecture, built by Armenian King Tiridates I in the 1st century AD. Two thousand years ago, the Armenian sun god Mihr was worshipped here.
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- Baby Car Seats (upon request)
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- Baby Car Seats (upon request)
Our hospitable and cordial staff set this private tour apart. The guide can converse in various languages (state your language preference when making a request), the drivers are knowledgeable and non-smoking, the vehicles are spick and span, and your satisfaction is our top priority.
Garni Pagan Temple is a spectacular example of classical Hellenistic…
Our hospitable and cordial staff set this private tour apart. The guide can converse in various languages (state your language preference when making a request), the drivers are knowledgeable and non-smoking, the vehicles are spick and span, and your satisfaction is our top priority.
Garni Pagan Temple is a spectacular example of classical Hellenistic architecture, erected by the Armenian king Tirdates I in the 1st century AD. This is where the Armenian sun god Mihr was venerated two millennia ago.
Further along in the Azat gorge, you’ll discover Geghard Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Part of the complex is hewn out of a colossal basalt boulder. Geghard translates from ancient Armenian as ‘spear’. The renowned spear reported to have pierced Jesus Christ has been preserved here for half a millennium.
Duration: 5 hours
Total distance: 90 km
- Animals or pets allowed
- Free pick-up and drop off at any location in Yerevan.
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Not stroller accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
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.
