6-Hour Cultural Tour from Yerevan to Garni Temple and Geghard Monastery
Highlights
Geghard, Garni
nature, cultural, sightseeing
Private Tour
6 Hours
Easy
English, Russian
Description
Embark on a 6-hour cultural tour from Yerevan to discover Armenia's historical gems. Visit the Arch of Charents for breathtaking views of Mount Ararat, explore the ancient Garni Temple, marvel at the natural rock formations of the Stone Symphony, and experience the spiritual Geghard Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Itinerary
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6-Hour Itinerary: Garni and Geghard
Departure from Yerevan
Time: 9:00 AM
Arch of Charents
15-minute stop for panoramic views of Mount Ararat (on clear days).
Arch dedicated to Armenian poet Yeghishe Charents, with a poetic inscription.
Garni Temple
Visit the 1st-century AD pagan Greco-Roman style temple.
Explore the ruins of the royal summer palace and bathhouse.
Stone Symphony (Garni Gorge / Basalt Organ)
25-minute stop at the natural rock formation of columnar basalt.
Known as the "Symphony of Stones", located in the Garni Gorge.
Geghard Monastery
1-hour visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Explore rock-hewn churches and chambers with incredible acoustics and historical significance.
Return to Yerevan
Return to Yerevan by 1:30 PM, concluding the tour.
End of Tour
What's Included
What's Excluded
What To Bring
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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This is a private tour |
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