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Day Trip to Vayots'Dzor: Khor Virap - Areni - Noravank

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Joined 2021

Arthur george D.

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Yerevan

Armenian (Native), English, Russian

9 hours

Private tour (only you and Arthur george D.)

Up to 4 people

Let's explore the southern part of Armenia, which is considered to be the cradle of winemaking due to the oldest winery discovered in Areni -1 cave. Khor Virap is located at the border with Turkey. This was the Royal Prison where Gregory the Illuminator was imprisoned in a Deep Pit. He became the founder of the Armenian Apostolic Church and the first saint and bishop. Noravank is the masterpiece of the famous Armenian architect Momik.

Itinerary

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08:10 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel

08:10 AM

At your hotel

I'll pick you up at your hotel.

09:00 AM

Khor Virap

We will head to South and reach Khor Virap monasteey at the border with Turkey. It means Deep Pit because before there was a Royal Prison. According to a legend Gregory the Illuminator was imprisoned there for more than 14 years.

From the hill top a fantastic view of the legendary Armenian mount Ararat is opened.

12:00 PM

Areni

Areni village is the centre of winemaking. The unique sort of the grape Areni is growing in this area. The oldest leather shoe and the winery were discovered in Areni - 1 cave.

03:00 PM

Noravank

The final stop of the tour is Noravank, one of the most beautiful monasteries in Armenia and the masterpiece of the outstanding Armenian architect Momik. Enjoy yourself among the Red Mountains.

05:00 PM

Yerevan

Arrival to Yerevan: I'll drop you off at your hotel.

Ending Point

At your hotel

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Transportation

Guide fees

What‘s not included

Entry fees

Meals

Tour Important Information

In this tour, you can explore the southern part of Armenia with a comfortable private car.

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2021

Arthur george D.

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About Tour Guide Arthur george D.

Hi there

I am from Armenia, first country on Earth to adopt Christianity as a state religion. Welcome to Armenia, Noah's Home and a Promised Land, a paradise for culture and history explorers, mountain hikers, ski or food and wine lovers.

As for me, I am 59 y.o. private tour guide and driver, mountain hiker and rural tourism organizer for small groups since 2006. High graduated and well educated, punctual and communicable.