Armenia · Wine & Beer

10-Hour Khor Virap and Noravank Tour with Areni Wine Tasting

10 Hours Round trip from H11 Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Khor Virap Monastery for the best view of biblical Mount Ararat
02 Explore Noravank Monastery, nestled among brick-red cliffs above a deep gorge
03 Discover Areni village, the cradle of viticulture
04 Taste about 11 sorts of wine, including pomegranate and cherry wines

Witness the best view of Mount Ararat from Khor Virap Monastery on this full-day journey through Southern Armenia. Visit the famous ancient sites of Khor Virap and Noravank Monastery, where Armenia's finest medieval architecture meets stunning natural landscapes. Continue to Areni village, the cradle of viticulture, and enjoy a wine tasting experience that adds a flavorful local touch to the day.

Witness the best view of Mount Ararat from Khor Virap Monastery on this full-day journey through Southern Armenia.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Khor Virap, Areni, Noravank

Languages Armenian, English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Khor Virap, Noravank and Areni Wine Tasting

Embark on this journey dedicated to exploring Southern Armenia, combining the magic of Armenia's finest medieval architecture with stunning landscapes.
Visit Khor Virap Monastery, the most sacred pilgrimage destination in Armenia, and get the best view of the biblical Mount Ararat.
Trace the Monastery of Noravank, an architectural gemstone nestled among brick-red cliffs just above a deep gorge.
Drive to Areni village, the cradle of viticulture.
Learn how the world's ancient winery was discovered here and dates back 6000 years.
Taste delicious wines, about 11 sorts of wine, including pomegranate and cherry wines.