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HomeAncient Places Of Worship: Full-Day Tour From Tabriz To Jolfa & Maku
Description
Discover two Armenian churches that were established here between the 7th and 14th centuries AD: St. Thaddeus Monastery and the Saint Stepanos Monastery. You will also see the border of Iran and Azerbaijan by the River Arax.
Highlights
- Make a short stop at Yam Caravanserai
- Explore the historical Saint Stepanos Monastery
- Soak in the beautiful views of the Arax River
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- Meet your tour guide at the hotel at around 8 AM and be ready to transfer.
- Stop at Yam Caravanserai en route to Jolfa.
- Explore the Shepherd Chapel next to the Arax River with your Iranian guide.
- Discover Saint Stepanos Monastery in the valley.
- Enjoy the views of the Arax River, the borderline between Iran and Azerbaijan.
- Drive toward Maku.
- Travel to Saint Thaddeus Monastery, which is famous for Qara Kelisa.
- Return to Tabriz.
What's Included
- Iranian tour guide
- Transfers
- One refreshment (tea or coffee, or fruit)
What's Excluded
- Lunch and dinner
- Entrance fee
- Personal expenses
Know before you go
- The Armenian Monastic Ensembles of Iran is an ensemble of three Armenian churches that were established during the period between the 7th and 14th centuries AD. Named St. Thaddeus Monastery, the Saint Stepanos Monastery, and the Chapel of Dzordzor. You will discover the first two mentioned.
Meeting Point
Tabriz, East Azerbaijan Province, Iran
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 2 | USD 90 Per Group |
This is a private tour | |
Starting From
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USD 90 / group