Private tour to UNESCO heritage Echmiadzin churches, Zvartnots and Sardarapat

On this 6-7-hour tour visit Echmiadzin Mother Cathedral (from outside), the main cathedral of the Armenian Apostolic Church and is the very first Christian cathedral in the World. It is listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Also see the church of St. Gayane and St. Hripsime churches that are among the three churches in Echmiadzin dedicated to the Christian women-martyrs escaped from Rome with their abbess Gayane. Both are listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The final stop is Zvartnots, the medieval temple of St. Gregory built in the 7th century. It was one of the tallest buildings of the time (45-49m). Today the ruins of the temple can be seen in Zvartnots. It is listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.Visit Sardarapat memorial sculptural complex and Ethnographic and military museums.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Echmiadzin Monastery Complex, Vagharshapat 1101 Armenia

Mother Cathedral of Armenia, the 1st Christian church in the World.
UNESCO heritage site
Due to reconstruction works, it is possible to see Mother Cathedral only from outside

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Saint Hripsime Church, Mesrop Mashtots St., 85 Near the Echmiadzin Monastery Complex, Vagharshapat 1101 Armenia

tomb of St. Hripsime is located there. UNESCO heritage site

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Saint Gayane Church, Issy-les-Moulineaux St., Vagharshapat Armenia

UNESCO heritage site

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Zvartnots Temple, Yerevan-Vagharshapat Highway Near the Echmiadzin Monastery Complex, Vagharshapat 1101 Armenia

Ruins of Zvartnots temple with incredible view. UNESCO heritage site

Duration: 50 minutes

Stop At: Sardarapat Memorial, Araks Armenia

This memorial sculptural complex is built in the sunny Ararat valley. By allegories it represents the Armenian-turkish battle in 1918 and glorifies the brilliant victory of Armenian people. Near the entrance of the complex there are two huge winged bulls symbolizing the persistence of Armenian nation and the alley fringed by five eagles leads to the Ethnography museum with a rich exhibition of Armenian culture, trades and crafts.

Duration: 1 hour



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duração: 6 To 7 Hours
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
Please mention your pick up address


Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• Professional English or Russian speaking guide service (if choosing "with a guide" option)
• Air-conditioned vehicles & professional drivers
• Extra stops on the route upon request
• Bottled water
• Free pick-up & drop-off within Yerevan
• Vehicle & passengers insurance

Não Incluído

• Lunch
• Zvartnots and Sardarapat entrance fee at 2300 AMD/ ~ 6 $ per person

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