Khor Virap, Areni Winery, Noravank + Wild Goat Watching - private tour
Full-day trip to Vayots Dzor region of Armenia. The first stop will be at Khor Virap Monastery in Ararat Valley. Here the Christian history of Armenia commenced in early 4-th century. Except the monastery you will also visit the underground dungeon, where St Gregory the Illuminator was kept for 13 years. The vista point here has one of the best views to mount Ararat.
You will continue the way to the picturesque Gnishik canyon and reach Noravank Monastery surrounded by red rocks. Later you will have your lunch in an authentic restaurant near Arpa river.
After the lunch you will go to Shatin village, where ecologists from Norway have constructed a fully equipped View Point in the heart of Yeghegis Protected Areas. You will be provided binoculars, with which you can watch watch WILD BEZOAR GOATS at a distance of 150-400 meters.
Duration: 9-10 hours
Total distance: 300 km
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Khor Virap, Highway 11 - Near the village of Pokr Vedi Artashat, Lusarat 0612 Armenia
First stop is at Khor Virap Monastery, underground dungeon and vista point to Ararat mountain
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Areni Wine Factory, Areni Armenia
Wine tasting in Hin Areni Winery, excursion in the wine factory (the price of wine tasting is included in the price)
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Noravank Monastery, NoravankMonastery Road Amaghu Valley, Areni 3604 Armenia
The medieval monastery is located in the red canyon of Gnishik river. Here every visitor can feel the harmonious relationship between architecture and the nature.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Shatin, Shatin, Vayots Dzor Province
Experience one of the most unique activities in Armenia. Here you will be offered professional binoculars, with which you can clearly see WILD BEZOAR GOATS walking at the opposite slope Yeghegis canyon.
Binocular rental is included in the price of the tour
Duration: 40 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Near public transportation"
"Animals or pets allowed"
"Free pick-up and drop-off at any location in Yerevan."
"Infants must not sit on laps"
"Not stroller accessible"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duração: 9 Hours
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.