Crazy off-road trip: Smbataberd Fortress, Zorats Temple, Horbategh Geyser
Overview
12 hours
Mobile ticket
Are you ready for a crazy off-road trip to Smbataberd?
The walls of the fortress with their gates remind the city of Ani. A beautiful and unrepeatable road awaits us before reaching the impregnable fortress of Prince Smbat. During this off-road tour, we will also visit Zorats Cathedral, which is the only one nowadays with its unique history and structure. It is the only one whose tabernacle has a special height, because it was a holy place where soldiers going to war entered on horses to receive a blessing. This tour brings together the past and the present, traveling through the 5th-14th centuries in a special current vehicle. After getting your dose of adrenaline during the off-road tour, wrap up the day with tea/coffee and sweets.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Zorats Church
Zorats Church is also called Soldier Church, because before war the soldiers came to the church on horses to get blessings.
Horbategh Geyser is located in Vayots Dzor Province in the village called the same way.
Options
1-3 travelers
Off-road tour to Smbataberd, Horbategh geyser, Zorats Temple and Noravank Monastery Duration: 12 hours SUV Pickup included
10-12 travelers
Off-road tour to Smbataberd, Horbategh geyser, Zorats Temple and Noravank Monastery Duration: 12 hours SUV Pickup included
7-9 travelers
Off-road tour to Smbataberd, Horbategh geyser, Zorats Temple and Noravank Monastery Duration: 12 hours SUV Pickup included
4-6 travelers
Off-road tour to Smbataberd, Horbategh geyser, Zorats Temple and Noravank Monastery Duration: 12 hours SUV Pickup included
What‘s Included
Snacks in the car
WiFi on board
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Raincoats
Air-conditioned vehicle
Transportation on comfortable vehicles and professional drivers
Essential medicine
Free pick-up & drop-off within Yerevan
Alcoholic Beverages
Lunch
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly rated and a must!
ninalM2589QV,Sep 14, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you're new in Armenia or a tourist go to their office first before you do anything. Mary and Nelly are very knowldegable and welcoming, they give good suggestions and you will enjoy your trip better.
Highland adventure
Curiosity31279592408,Jul 16, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing views and locations. Very friendly & knowledgeable guide. If you want to see an Armenia more away from the typical places this tour is for you.
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