Armenia · UNESCO Heritage Sites

6-Hour Garni and Geghard Tour with Charent's Arch and Garni Gorge

6 Hours Round trip from H3 Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Marvel at Charent's Arch with wonderful views of Mt. Ararat and the surrounding landscape
02 Discover Geghard Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its healing waters and magnificent architecture
03 Explore Garni Temple, the unique pagan temple that has survived through the centuries
04 Take in the dramatic cliffs and rocks of Garni Gorge, home to the natural Stone Symphony

Visit Garni Temple and Geghard Monastery, monuments that connect the eras of paganism and Hellenism. Explore Garni Temple, a classical Greek-style structure from the 1st century, and discover Geghard Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back to the 4th century. Marvel at Charent's Arch and take in the dramatic scenery of Garni Canyon (Garni Gorge), including the natural phenomenon known as the Symphony of Stones, on this 6-hour tour.

Visit Charent's Arch, an impressive monument that offers a wonderful view of Mt. Ararat and the surrounding landscape.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Garni, Geghard

Languages English, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Charent's Arch, Geghard Monastery, Garni Temple and Gorge

Pick-up from your hotel by the tour guide.
Visit Charent's Arch, an impressive monument that offers a wonderful view of Mt. Ararat and the surrounding landscape. The arch is dedicated to the famous Armenian poet Yeghishe Charents.
Proceed to Geghard Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site well known for its healing waters and magnificent architecture.
Visit the unique pagan Garni Temple, which has survived through the centuries to the present day.
Enjoy the magnificent view from the top of Garni Canyon (Garni Gorge), an impressive natural wonder known as the Stone Symphony, with its huge hanging cliffs and rock formations.
There is an option to drive down into the canyon to enjoy the music of the Symphony of Stones.
Have lunch or dinner at a restaurant with a magnificent view of the canyon.
Return to your hotel.