Private Tour
Private Tour to Khor Virap with Mt Ararat View
Overview
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Khor Virap Monastery offers the most breathtaking views of the Biblical Mt. Ararat. The monastery holds significant religious and historical importance - sight where Saint Gregory the Illuminator was imprisoned and Christianity took its start in Armenia.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Possible languages: English, Russian. In case the tour is organized in other language, changes of the prices are possible.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Khor Virap
The Khor Virap monastery is located about an hour’s drive away from the capital Yerevan, and offers an amazing view of Armenia’s defining symbol – the majestic Ararat. “Khor Virap” translates as “deep dungeon”, and was built of the place of the former royal prison, located on the historical site of Artashat. It was this very prison in which they kept Gregory the Illuminator, the first Armenian Catholicos, for a whole 13 years. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that this place is one of the most sacred spots for Armenians around the world. Likewise, it’s also the closest point to the Mount Ararat from Armenia; very often this spot becomes the number 1 reason to visit our country!
What‘s Included
Bottled Water
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel Pick up and Drop off
Lunch (upon request)
Professional guide (upon request)
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Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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I7665LF ,Jul 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fire excursion all liked just the gun I'll go again, very interesting told driver fire drove neat and very fun
Comfortable, quite informative 3h tour to the one of the most beautiful places in Armenia
s5f5f5f,May 27, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Comfortable, quite informative 3h tour to the one of the most beautiful places in Armenia. Special thanks to Naira V. and her guidance :)
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Andrey K,Dec 20, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00Easy booking, a friendly driver and a good quality minivan. The site is of a very high significance in the Armenian culture and certainly worthwhile visiting! Khor Virap is a beautiful fortified compound with a very nice Classical Armenian Church. Do not miss to descend into the deep underground dungeon itself, Khor Virap. Unfortunately, on the day of our visit, the heavy fog prevented us from seeing Ararat -- just a small hiccup...
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AyelChaim,Oct 19, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yerani Tour is excellent. I didn’t get the discount for taking 3 tours, but they replaced it with airport-hotel-airport!
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