Private tour to Khor Virap, Areni winery, Noravank

Khor Virap is the place where Grigor Luisavorich (St. Gregory the Illuminator) was imprisoned for 13 years before curing King Trdat III of a disease. This caused the adoption of Christianity in Armenia in the year 301.

In fact, the name Khor Virap means “deep pit”, named after the prison where St. Gregory the Illuminator was held.

The next stop will be Monastery Noravank, which dates back to XIII—XIV centuries. The complex includes the 1339 St. Astvatsatsin (“Burtelashen”) sepulchre-church, St. Stepanos Nakhavka and gavit, the St. Grigor Church and Stepanos Orbelian Sepulchre, the remains of medieval chapels and residential quarters and a modern office and hall. 

In the end of our trip you have an opportunity to taste armenian wine in Areni winery.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Khor Virap, Highway 11 - Near the village of Pokr Vedi Artashat, Lusarat 0612 Armenia

The monastery Khor Virap stands before the snowcapped flanks of Mount Ararat offering a spectacular view of the mountain, the national symbol of Armenia.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Noravank Monastery, NoravankMonastery Road Amaghu Valley, Areni 3604 Armenia

Monastery Noravank, dates back to XIII—XIV centuries.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Areni Wine Factory, Areni Armenia

During the trip you have an opportunity to taste armenian wine in Areni winery.

Duration: 30 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Name, number is required at time of booking"
"Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately"
"Near public transportation"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duração: 7 To 8 Hours
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
Please mention the exact location you want to be picked up at.

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

Incluído

• Wine tasting
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transport by air conditioned vehicle according to the number of participants

Não Incluído

• Food and drinks

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