Khor Virap, Noravank & Areni-1 Day Trip
Day Trip Details
At the indicated time, we'll depart from Nalbandyan Street to board a vehicle and head towards the Ararat plain, near the Turkish border, passing through the mountainous landscape of the south of the country.
An hour later, we'll arrive at our destination, the Khor Virap Monastery. As soon as we get out of the vehicle, we'll fall in love with this place, one of the most photographed landscapes in Armenia! For about 50 minutes, we'll walk through its chapels and towers, and learn about the story of Gregory the Illuminator, who spent years imprisoned in its dungeon. A place full of spirituality and with views that will leave you speechless!
Our next stop will be the Areni-1 cave, also known as the cave of the birds. Why does this name come from? This archaeological site is also famous for being the place where the oldest shoe in the world was discovered. We'll explore this cavity for about 40 minutes while learning about the rituals and customs of the ancient civilisations that inhabited the area. Did you know that this place was also an ancient wine production centre?
Speaking of wine... a wine tasting is a must! We'll head to the Hin Areni winery, where we'll spend 30 to 40 minutes learning about the local wine-making process and, of course, tasting some of the most representative varieties of the local wine. Before continuing, we'll stop so you can grab a typical Armenian lunch at a restaurant. Enjoy your meal!
After lunch, we'll head to the monastery of Noravank, located in the rural community of Areni. We'll stroll around this site for about an hour, admiring its carved reddish stone reliefs and the impressive canyon that surrounds it—a picture-postcard setting!
Finally, we'll return to Yerevan and say goodbye at the starting point after a total of 9 to 10 hours of hiking.
More Information
Duration
9 - 10h.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Transport by minibus or bus
English–speaking guide
Admission fees
Wine tasting
Bottled water
Not included
Lunch: between US$ 10 and US$ 13 per person
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation. An accompanying person is required.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Hyur Service Corporate name: Hyur Service Registered Office: 96-2, Nalbandyan street, Yerevan, Armenia Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 00073368 Contact information Email: contact@hyurservice.com Phone: +37493829839
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
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