One day tour in Armenia from Yerevan to the south-east of the country, to old temples and monasteries of the land that accepted Christianity as an official religion one of the first in the world. The trip is not comprised of visiting only architectural monuments. The excursion will also include a visit to hot mineral springs in Jermuk. A pleasant ending to a busy tour program will be a trip to the winery in Areni with degustation of amazing Armenian wines.
Tour itinerary:
Meet your guide and driver at your hotel in Yerevan and head to Khor Virap Monastery (“deep pit”). According to the legend, St. Gregory the Illuminator, the patron saint of Armenia, was kept here in the basement for 13 years for the disseminating of Christianity until King Tiridates decided to adopt new religion. The monastery's location allows you to enjoy the best views of the Mt. Ararat. Continue to Noravank Complex (12th century), situated on the ledge of a deep winding gorge of the Arpa River. Drive to Jermuk, famous for its thermal-mineral springs and surrounded by rich Alpine verdure and woods where you can try local mineral water. Last stop is at Areni, city known for producing famous Armenian wine from pomegranate and apricot. Have a wine degustation in a local winery. Return to Yerevan. Drop off at your hotel.
Duration: 10 hours (~400 km, 6 hours on road)
Price includes:
- Transportation;
- Service of guide;
- Entrance fees to sights as per itinerary;
- Bottled drinking water;
- Wine degustation in winery (Areni).
Price doesn't include:
- Meals;
- Personal travel insurance.
