Group Tour: Khor Virap, Noravank, Tatev monasteries (wayback on Ropeway)
4.9
(637)
Free cancellation
Discover three of South Armenia’s historical highlights on a full-day tour from Yerevan. Visit the Khor Virap monastery, with views of biblical Mount Ararat, and Noravank, the country’s only 2-story medieval monastery. Explore the Tatev Monastery, once a center of learning, set on a mountain plateau, uncover its history, and ride the ‘Wings of Tatev’ cableway, the world’s longest without stops. Cableway ride, entrance fees included.
Languages:
English
Russian
📍96 Nalbandyan poxoc, Yerevan 0010, Armenia
🏢Operated by Hyur Service
Highlights
- ✓All entrance fees included
- ✓Snacks and beverages included
- ✓Informative, friendly and professional guide
- ✓Perfect introduction for first-time visitors
What you'll see & do
- ✓starting and returning point
- ✓Khor Virap is the most famous pilgrimage site in Armenia, as it is directly connected with the adoption of Christianity. As a state religion, Christianity in Armenia was adopted in 301 due to endeavors of Saint Gregory The Illuminator, who, before converting King Trdat The 3rd to Christianity, was imprisoned in the dungeon, over which a church of Khor Virap monastery was built in the 17th century. From the monastery one can admire the stunning view of the Biblical Mount Ararat.
- ✓Passing a narrow road, surrounded by rocks of hundred caves, one discovers a scene of harmony of architecture with nature. The monastery, enshrined with fine architectural solutions and luxurious embellishments, is one of the brightest examples of Armenian architecture of the 13th century. Noravank consists of St. Karapet, St. Gregory The Illuminator churches and St. Astvatsatsin (Holy Mother of God) two-storey church, which is notable for its ideal constructive and sculptural work.
- ✓Church bells were ringing loud in Tatev on October 16 of 2010, heralding the launch of a program to revive a medieval monastic complex and the opening of "Wings of Tatev" Ropeway. The 5.7 km ropeway, built within 11 months, passes through a deep gorge of the River Vorotan and over hills, covered with lush forests. The tramway is supported by three towers between its two terminals. One terminal is on a hill, overlooking the village of Halidzor and the other is near Tatev Monastery, on the road to Tatev village. Two cabins operate at once, traveling in opposite directions. There are 6 cables altogether (3 for each cabin), each uniquely foreseen for the specifications of this project. Within about 11 minutes a tramway cabin takes passengers, 30 at a time, from the village of Halidzor to the magnificent complex of Tatev.
- ✓Among the architectural pillars of Zangezour, the monastery of Tatev does not have its "rivals". It used to be the wealthiest medieval monastery in Armenia. Besides being a religious center, Tatev was also the important strategical center of Syunik kingdom. Being situated on a naturally defended place, Tatev monastery has always been an impregnable fortress for alien. In non-stable political conditions several secret ways in the territory of the fortress led to the canyon and served as a link between the monastery and the external world.
What's included
- ✓Air-conditioned vehicles
- ✓Vehicle & passengers insurance
- ✓Professional guide: ENG + RUS consecutively
- ✓WiFi in the vehicles
- ✓Admission tickets including Tatev ropeway ticket
- ✓Bottled water & pastries
What's not included
- ✓Lunch price (3900 - 4900AMD = 10-13 USD)
- ✓Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Good to know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
The duration is approximate
Seats will not be known in advance
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
£ 51.00
Group Tour: Khor Virap, Noravank, Tatev monasteries (wayback on Ropeway)
4.9
(637)
Free cancellation
Discover three of South Armenia’s historical highlights on a full-day tour from Yerevan. Visit the Khor Virap monastery, with views of biblical Mount Ararat, and Noravank, the country’s only 2-story medieval monastery. Explore the Tatev Monastery, once a center of learning, set on a mountain plateau, uncover its history, and ride the ‘Wings of Tatev’ cableway, the world’s longest without stops. Cableway ride, entrance fees included.
Languages:
English
Russian
📍96 Nalbandyan poxoc, Yerevan 0010, Armenia
🏢Operated by Hyur Service
Highlights
- ✓All entrance fees included
- ✓Snacks and beverages included
- ✓Informative, friendly and professional guide
- ✓Perfect introduction for first-time visitors
What you'll see & do
- ✓starting and returning point
- ✓Khor Virap is the most famous pilgrimage site in Armenia, as it is directly connected with the adoption of Christianity. As a state religion, Christianity in Armenia was adopted in 301 due to endeavors of Saint Gregory The Illuminator, who, before converting King Trdat The 3rd to Christianity, was imprisoned in the dungeon, over which a church of Khor Virap monastery was built in the 17th century. From the monastery one can admire the stunning view of the Biblical Mount Ararat.
- ✓Passing a narrow road, surrounded by rocks of hundred caves, one discovers a scene of harmony of architecture with nature. The monastery, enshrined with fine architectural solutions and luxurious embellishments, is one of the brightest examples of Armenian architecture of the 13th century. Noravank consists of St. Karapet, St. Gregory The Illuminator churches and St. Astvatsatsin (Holy Mother of God) two-storey church, which is notable for its ideal constructive and sculptural work.
- ✓Church bells were ringing loud in Tatev on October 16 of 2010, heralding the launch of a program to revive a medieval monastic complex and the opening of "Wings of Tatev" Ropeway. The 5.7 km ropeway, built within 11 months, passes through a deep gorge of the River Vorotan and over hills, covered with lush forests. The tramway is supported by three towers between its two terminals. One terminal is on a hill, overlooking the village of Halidzor and the other is near Tatev Monastery, on the road to Tatev village. Two cabins operate at once, traveling in opposite directions. There are 6 cables altogether (3 for each cabin), each uniquely foreseen for the specifications of this project. Within about 11 minutes a tramway cabin takes passengers, 30 at a time, from the village of Halidzor to the magnificent complex of Tatev.
- ✓Among the architectural pillars of Zangezour, the monastery of Tatev does not have its "rivals". It used to be the wealthiest medieval monastery in Armenia. Besides being a religious center, Tatev was also the important strategical center of Syunik kingdom. Being situated on a naturally defended place, Tatev monastery has always been an impregnable fortress for alien. In non-stable political conditions several secret ways in the territory of the fortress led to the canyon and served as a link between the monastery and the external world.
What's included
- ✓Air-conditioned vehicles
- ✓Vehicle & passengers insurance
- ✓Professional guide: ENG + RUS consecutively
- ✓WiFi in the vehicles
- ✓Admission tickets including Tatev ropeway ticket
- ✓Bottled water & pastries
What's not included
- ✓Lunch price (3900 - 4900AMD = 10-13 USD)
- ✓Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Good to know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
The duration is approximate
Seats will not be known in advance
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
£ 51.00