Land of Noah offers a combined tour to Echmiadzn, Zvartnots, Khor Virap, Garni and Geghard during which you will get acquainted with the history of Paganism and Christianity in Armenia.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✔ Transport by air-conditioned vehicle according to the number of participants
✖ Food and drinks
✖ Lunch
✖ Zvartnots and Garni entrance tickets
Pickup Locations
1. R&R Hotel
2. The Alexander, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Yerevan
3. Ani Plaza Hotel
4. City Centre Apartments
5. Aviatrans
6. ibis Yerevan Center Hotel
7. Opera Suite Hotel
8. Hotel Meg
9. North Avenue by Stellar Hotels
10. Imperial Palace Hotel
11. City Centre Hotel by Picnic
12. Nova Hotel
13. Royal Plaza By Stellar Hotels
14. Cascade Hotel
15. Alba Hotel Yerevan
16. Grand Hotel Yerevan
17. Paris Hotel
18. Golden Palace Hotel Yerevan
19. Museum Street Hotel
20. My Hotel Yerevan
Additional Info: Please mention the exact location you want to be picked up at.
Itinerary
1
Echmiadzin Monastery
The word “Echmiadzin” means a place where “the only begotten son of the God descended”. According to a legend, Jesus Christ descended from heaven and indicated the spot for a church to be built.
Duration: 60 minutes
2
Zvartnots Temple
The magnificent Zvartnots Temple was constructed in the 7th century. The Cathedral and the temple are listed on the UNESCO World’s Cultural Heritage Sites.
Duration: 40 minutes
3
Garni Temple
The pagan temple Garni was built in the 1st century AD by the armenian king Trdat. The temple Garni is the only monument connecting with the era of paganism and Hellenism, dedicated to the sun god Mithra.
Duration: 60 minutes
4
The Monastery of Geghard
The Monastery Geghard was built in the 4th century by The First Armenian Catholicos - Gregory the Illuminator. The name of the monastery originates from the spear of the Roman soldier who pierced the body of Jesus Christ.
Duration: 60 minutes
5
Khor Virap
From Khor Virap monastery a spectacular view opens on the mountain Ararat.
Duration: 60 minutes
Additional info
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Dress code is smart casual
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
