Private Half-day Echmiadzin Cathedral, Hripsime & Zvartnots Temple from Yerevan

Tour info

Duration
3 hours - 4 hours
Group Size
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Why take this tour?

On this 3-4-hour tour visit Echmiadzin Mother Cathedral (from outside), the main cathedral of the Armenian Apostolic Church and the very first Christian cathedral in the World. It is listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Also see the church of St. Gayane and St. Hripsime churches that are among the three churches in Echmiadzin dedicated to the Christian women-martyrs escaped from Rome with their abbess Gayane. Both are listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The final stop is Zvartnots, the medieval temple of St. Gregory built in the 7th century. It was one of the tallest buildings of the time (45-49m). Today the ruins of the temple can be seen in Zvartnots. It is listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

What’s included?

  • Professional English or Russian speaking guide service (if choosing "with a guide" option)

  • Air-conditioned transport

  • Bottled water

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Lunch

  • Zvartnots entrance fee at 1300 AMD/ ~ 2.70$ per person

  • Entry/Admission - Zvartnots Temple

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3-4 hours

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Cancellation Policy

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

Operated by:

Hyur Service

About operator:

"Hyur" is an Armenian word that means "Guest". Hence, the name of our company "Hyur Service" is interpreted as "Guest Service" - Services for Guests Visiting Armenia! Hyur Service is one of the leading tour operators in Armenia since 2002. Thanks to the professional and the most hospitable team, a long-year cooperation with all the sectors of tourism market and the strong base of our own resources, we provide a wide range of services to the groups and individuals visiting Armenia, Artsakh and Georgia both for business and leisure purposes. During our group tours the participants are treated sweets and bottled water. Entrance tickets for all the attractions as well as master classes, tastings and insurance of the passengers are provided free of charge. Our high quality modern vehicles are equipped with air-conditioning, Wi-Fi internet and GPS systems. Discover all the beauty of Armenia with Hyur Service!

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