5-Hour Etchmiadzin Mother Cathedral Tour Exploring Armenia's Spiritual Heritage
Highlights
Vagharshapat
architectural, historical, sightseeing
Private Tour
5 Hours
Easy
English
Description
Embark on a 5-hour journey through the heart of Armenia’s Christian heritage at the Etchmiadzin Mother Cathedral. Discover the world’s oldest cathedral, founded in 303 AD, and explore its sacred grounds, ancient khachkars, and historic churches. Visit the Etchmiadzin Treasury Museum to see holy relics, manuscripts, and religious artifacts. Experience the spiritual atmosphere of nearby churches like Saint Gayane and Saint Hripsime, and reflect on Armenia’s rich cultural and religious legacy at the Gevorkian Theological Seminary.
Itinerary
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5-Hour Itinerary: Etchmiadzin Mother Cathedral
- Arrive at Etchmiadzin Mother Cathedral Complex and meet your guide.
Explore the Etchmiadzin Mother Cathedral, the oldest cathedral in the world, founded in 303 AD.
Admire the ancient khachkars and the cathedral's historical architecture.
Visit the Holy Altar, believed to be the site of Saint Gregory’s vision of Christ.
Explore the Etchmiadzin Treasury Museum, showcasing sacred relics like the Holy Lance.
View ancient manuscripts, vestments, and religious artifacts in the museum.
Visit the Church of Saint Gayane and the Church of Saint Hripsime.
Walk around the peaceful gardens surrounding the cathedral.
Visit the Gevorkian Theological Seminary, Armenia’s main religious educational center.
End your tour at a local café or visitor center for refreshments and reflection.
What's Included
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What To Bring
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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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| 1 to 2 | /group |
| 3 to 7 | /group |
| 8 to 20 | /group |
| 21 to 33 | /group |
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This is a private tour |
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