Private Tour
Private Tour to Khor Virap, Echmiadzin, St. Hripsime and St. Gayane, Zvartnots
Overview
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7 hours
Mobile ticket
This tour will take you to the amazing historical and spiritual places where you will get acquainted with the most interesting stories and legends, Armenian architecture in different ages. Khor Virap Monastery has over a thousand-year history steeped in biblical events, mysticism. This monastery is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Armenia. According to a legend St. Gregory the Illustrator has been imprisoned there by King Tridates III for fourteen years. The ancient Armenian Monastery was built in the 5th century and is located near the Mount Ararat. Next we will visit the spiritual city of Echmiadzin where we will discover the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, St. Hripsime and St. Gayane churches. The next stop will be the Zvartnots Temple – located 5 km from Echmiadzin. It is the brightest landmarks of medieval Armenian architecture. Unfortuatly it survived only in ruins, but even the ruins will give you the splendid energy of majestic beauty.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Khor Virap
Khor Virap – Armenian monastery, built in 642, translated from Armenian means “deep hole”. Khor Virap is one of the shrines of the Armenian Apostolic Church, a place of pilgrimage. The most interesting fact of this monastery is the fact that it was built on the site of the royal prison, where Gregory the Illuminator was previously imprisoned – the patron saint and the first official head of the Armenian Apostolic Church by the Armenian king for 13 years. From the territory of the monastery there is an unusual view of the biblical mountain Ararat.
Saint Hripsime Church
The Temple of Saint Hripsime was founded in the 7th century by Catholicos Komitas I Aghtsetsi in the place of a sepulcher of Saint Hripsime. Since 2000 Saint Hripsime Temple has been included in UNESCO World Heritage List. Two prominent Armenian Cathlicoses are buried in the court yard of Saint Hripsime Temple. They are Catholicos Astvatsatur (1715-1725) and Catholicos Garaped II Oolnetzi (1725-1729).
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional Driver
Professional guide service (optional)
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Lunch
Alcoholic Beverages
The entrance fee of Echmiadzin Treasury museum and Zvartnots Temple
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
3-6 travelers, with a guide
Private Tour to Khor Virap, Echmiadzin, St. Hripsime and St. Gayane, Zvartnots
Duration: 7 hours
Car, minivan
Pickup included
1-3 travelers, without guide
Private Tour to Khor Virap, Echmiadzin, St. Hripsime and St. Gayane, Zvartnots, without guide
Duration: 7 hours
Car, Sedan
Pickup included
4-7 travelers, without guide
Private Tour to Khor Virap, Echmiadzin, St. Hripsime and St. Gayane, Zvartnots, without guide
Duration: 7 hours
Car, Minivan
Pickup included
7-15 travelers, with a guide
PRIVATE TOUR: Khor Virap monastery, St. Hripsimeh and Gayaneh churches, Echmiadzin Mother Cathedral, Zvartnots temple
Duration: 7 hours
Car, Minibus
Pickup included
1-2 travelers, with a guide
Private Tour to Khor Virap, Echmiadzin, St. Hripsime and St. Gayane, Zvartnots, with a guide
Duration: 7 hours
Car, Sedan
Pickup included
8-15 travelers, without guide
PRIVATE TOUR: Khor Virap monastery, St. Hripsimeh and Gayaneh churches, Echmiadzin Mother Cathedral, Zvartnots temple
Duration: 7 hours
Car, Minibus
Pickup included
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A very comfortable private day trip covering important landmarks
GAGAN S,,Aug 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent one-day experience in a nice Mercedes can with Private transfers to Khor Virap , echmiadzin , Zvartnots. St Gayane and Hripsime with an English speaking guide. Entrances to the echmiadzin museum where the Geghard relic is located+ entrance to Zvartnots +lunch if you do stop for it is not included. We were lucky to have a clear sightings of Mount Ararat from. Khor Virap and they knew where to stop to get good photos. Goga our guide was lovely , very pleasant, very knowledgeable and flexible allowing us some changes in our itinerary as it was too hot to see some things and we preferred to do some other. Would definitely recommend!.
Great experience in Armenia:)
936natalia ,,May 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was great—we saw many beautiful places, including the amazing architecture of Armenia and views of Mount Ararat. Everything was well organized, and contact with the agency was easy and reliable. Our driver, Ruben, was very professional, polite and he is a very good driver. The car was clean and comfortable, with air conditioning and WiFi and very good standard. We’re very happy and truly recommend this agency and Ruben. Thank you!
Fantastic Experience with Jan Armenia and Our Guide Davit
143shamsam,,Apr 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The best driver we had for the trip was Davit. He walked with us, explaining the history and significance of the monasteries along the way. The Jan Armenia team was excellent—well-coordinated and professional. We truly appreciated their effort in making our trip memorable. Highly recommended!
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