Private Tour

Day trip to: Garni and Geghard

Overview

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Russian

English

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Explore Armenia with our unforgettable journey! Start your adventure with a stop at Charent's Arch, where you'll be treated to a breathtaking view of Mount Ararat. Next, visit the magnificent Garni Temple, the only remaining pagan temple in Armenia. Marvel at its unique blend of Greco-Roman and Armenian architectural styles. Discover how it was dedicated to the God of Sun and later transformed into a summer residence for kings.

But the journey doesn't end there! Continue on to the remarkable Geghard Monastery, a masterpiece of 13th-century Armenian architecture. Be awed by the expertly hewn churches within the cave monastery, nestled in a massive rock. Explore the rich sculptural embellishments and encounter the many intricately carved khachkars that adorn this spiritual marvel. Unravel the secrets of this ancient site as you wander through its historic halls and embrace the spiritual ambiance that echoes through the centuries. Finish the trip with a visit to Symphony of Stones.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Taxes

Water

Professional English or Russian speaking guide driver

Air-conditioned vehicle

Lunch

Gratuities

Entry tickets to Garni and Symphony of Stones

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

Charent's Arch

From Charents Arch's vantage point, Mount Ararat's snow-capped peaks seem to touch the heavens. The interplay of sunlight paints an ever-changing canvas of colors, from soft hues of pink and orange during dawn to the golden glow of sunset - each moment capturing nature's masterpiece.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Garni Temple

Prepare to step back in time to the days of old, as we take you on a journey to the fascinating Garni Pagan Temple. Dating back to the 1st century AD, this architectural gem is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Armenia and the ingenuity of its ancient craftsmen.

1 hour • Admission Not Included

Options

Day trip to: Garni and Geghard

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

4 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great places, and super great driver guide - Garnik.
Sameer S,
Oct 2, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Garnik was an excellent driver guide and he had a great car with safe driving. He explained everyithing to us really well, helped us with photos at all the sightseeing places and was super courteous. Overall great experience.
Real Armenia.
Viplondontour2019,
Feb 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Really enjoyed it! Beautiful places. Amazing views of the Mountains Ararat. The guide Narek was very professional and shown so many places. We started from Roman temple and Roman bath. Then we visit amazing natural basalt area looks like The Giant Causeways in Northern Ireland. Such a beautiful place! Then we stopped at the location with rock cut churches at Geghard, great place to visit. So highly recommend this tour to anyone who wish to see real Armenia! Thank you Narek for great tour! Well done!
Excellent trip
MARTHA C,
Apr 14, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was an amazing trip and I would like to thank my guide Narek for a very enjoyable day learning about the sites and the history of Armenia. I had plenty of time to take photos and Narek was very patient with all my questions. This trip is so worthwhile.
Don't miss this if you are ever in Yerevan.
lushchica,
Apr 4, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great trip with really spectacular views, and brilliant historical sights, even if the weather was such that I couldn't see Mount Ararat. Narek, the driver/guide was really informative, friendly and well used to navigating the potholed roads outside Yerevan. I loved the mythraic Roman temple with a fantastic location, but the highlight was the rock cut churches at Geghard, which were just amazing in every way. They were really spiritual, especially when a man sang a hymn in the baptistry to show who wonderful the acoustics were. but, at the same time, I couldn't help imagining Lara Croft exploring them because they were so otherworldly. if you are ever in Armenia, don't miss this trip.