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2-Day Tour To The Landmarks Of Southern Armenia From Yerevan
  • Tour Category

    Private Tour

  • Tour Types

    Nature, History, Sightseeing

  • Duration

    2 Days

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    Armenian, English, Russian

Description

Explore the significant tourist attractions of south and southeast Armenia such as Areni Caves, Areni Wine Factory, Khor Virap Monastery and Noravank Monastery. Admire the waterfalls and forests of Jermuk, and ride a ropeway to Tatev Monastery. Arrive at Goris to see the unique rock dwellings of ancient people in the Goris city and continue to the beautiful Zorats Karer.

Highlights
  • Admire the beauty of Mt. Ararat from Khor Virap Monastery
  • Soak in the natural beauty of Jermuk, famous for its hot springs
  • Marvel at the rock dwellings at the Goris city
  • Ride on the ropeway to reach the Tatev Monastery
  • Explore the Zorats Karer (Armenian Stonehenge)
  • Day 1: Khor Virap Monastery - Areni Cave - Noravank Monastery - Jermuk City expand_more
    • Meet your Armenian driver at your hotel in the morning.  

    • Make the first stop at Areni village. Visit Areni cave, where the oldest leather shoe was founded 7-8 years ago.

    • Afterwards, you will be hosted in the Areni wine factory and familiarized with the traditional and modern winemaking methods.

    • Visit Khor Virap Monastery, located close to the Turkish border. This is the most suitable place to admire the beauty of Mt. Ararat.

    • Make the next stop at medieval Noravank Monastery surrounded by magical red cliffs. The huge rocks on both sides of the way make it mysterious and impressive.

    • Reach Jermuk city, one of the famous resort centres in Armenia. It is known for hot mineral springs that have different temperatures.

    • Take in the scenery of the forests, the clean and fresh air, and beautiful waterfalls. Jermuk is the last stop on your first day.

    Overnight in Jermuk.

  • Day 2: Goris - Tatev Ropeway and Monastery - Zorats Karer - Yerevan expand_more
    • Meet your driver early in the morning.

    • Go to Goris city, and stop at the dwellings. These caves were houses of ancient people. Many of these rooms are linked together as if making an apartment. Archaeological works and findings help you to understand the lifestyle of these people.

    • Proceed to the Tatev Ropeway, the longest ropeway in the world. It takes nearly 12 minutes to reach Tatev Monastery by the ropeway; it is the shortest way to reach Tatev Monastery, one of the most beautiful in Armenia. 

    • Admire the amazing nature around while gliding over the gorge.

    • Head to the last stop of your trip, Zorats Karer (Armenian Stonehenge). This place might be older than Stonehenge in England, is not far from Sisian town, and is regarded as an ancient observatory of Armenia. This complex consists of huge stones, many of which have holes. Studies show that these holes have a role on certain days of the year depending on the direction of sunlight.

    • Finish your 2-day tour, return to Yerevan full of unforgettable memories, and carry a piece of Armenia with you.

What's Included
  • Transportation (modern vehicles)

  • English speaking Armenian driver

  • Local taxes and fees

What's Excluded
  • Food and drink

  • Tickets to attractions

  • Hotel accommodation

What to bring
  • Cameras
  • The climate of Jermuk differs from Yerevan, so warm clothes are recommended.
Know before you go
  • The stops and intervals can be modified upon your preferences.
  • Tatev Monastery had a vital educational and cultural role in the medieval period of Armenia.

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
The group size and price
1 To 3USD 245 Per Group
4 To 6USD 295 Per Group

This is a private tour

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USD 245 / group