Khor Virap Monastery, Etchmiadzin, Machanents tourism and art, Zvartnots

Summary

During this one - day tour you will visit Khor Virap, one of the three holy places in Armenia and the closest point to the mount Ararat. The notability as a monastery and pilgrimage site of the monastery is attributed to the fact that Gregory the Illuminator was imprisoned here for 13 years, holy city Etchmiadzin, where the Mother Cathedral, St. Gayane, St. Hripsime churches are located. We will also visit Machanents tourism and art which offers green hospitality, master classes, cultural entertainment, souvenir shop, etc. Thus, the list of the places you will visit: 1. Khor Virap Monastery 2. St. Gayane Church 3. St. Hripsime Church 4. Etchmiadzin Cathedral 5. Zvartnots Cathedral 6. Machanents tourism and art

Tour info

Duration
7 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

This one - day tour will give you an opportunity to visit two saint places in Armenia, enjoy the birthtaking view to the Mount Ararat from the closest point to it in Armenia.

What’s included?

  • Professional guide

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Food and drinks

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 7h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

ONE WAY TOUR

About operator:

ONE WAY TOUR is domestic and inbound tour operator organizing tours in Armenia, Artsakh and Georgia. We are a team of enthusiastic professionals in love with our country. We explore every single corner of our homeland and study all pages of our history to immortalize beauty of landscapes, to feel freedom of mountains and power of prayer in ancient churches lost in forests and the taste of Armenian sun.

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