About this experience
Surrounded by pristine nature, near mountain gorges and heights rise Garni and Geghard. You will visit the country's only Greco-Roman temple, stroll through the territory of the "cave monastery", and immerse yourself in past centuries under the stories of kings' fates, feats, and miracles. And also learn from the locals how to bake traditional Armenian lavash bread!
What to expect
Egish Charents Arch
First, you will stop near the Egish Charents arch with a mesmerizing view of Mount Ararat. The arch is named after the great Armenian poet Egish Charents, who loved to visit here.
Armenian myths, legends, and priesthood
We are going to Garni - the only pagan temple in the entire post-Soviet territory! Garni rises on a plateau, offering a picturesque view of the Azat River gorge. You will enjoy the surrounding panorama and learn about the fate of the temple. They will tell you which god it is dedicated to, why and by whom it was built in the Hellenistic architectural tradition, how many times it was resurrected from dust, and thanks to whom it survived after the adoption of Christianity. We will discuss the ornaments, see an ancient Greco-Roman bath with a mosaic of 30,000 pieces of natural stones and the ruins of a royal palace from the 3rd century AD. And then we will reach a local restaurant with a stunning view of the temple, where you will not only relax and unwind but also take part in a lavash baking master class - traditional Armenian bread.
Note: In winter, visiting the Symphony of Stones is possible only if the weather permits.
Flickering candles of ancient tradition
In the gorge of the mountain river Gokht, an ancient monastery with special energy is hidden. The word "Geghard" in Armenian means "spear." You will learn how this place is connected with the centurion Longinus the Centurion, understand why the complex symbolizes the golden age of the country's architecture, and see local shrines. We will look at the reliefs above the arches and graceful khachkars, peek into mysterious chapels, and notice how rays of light float along the unusual stalactite arches. Strolling through the monastery grounds, where time seems to have stopped, you will immerse yourself in a special state of kindness.
Organizational details
How the tour goes
- The tour is conducted on new and comfortable minibusses with air conditioning and Wi-Fi
- All entrance tickets are included in the price
- A traditional lunch can be ordered for an additional fee, 12 € per person
- The tour is conducted in 2 languages - Russian and English
- Your tour will be guided by one of the guides from our professional team
Please note:
- When booking, you pay 22% of the cost on the website, the remaining amount must be paid 48-24 hours before the tour via the link, which we will send you, or at our office
- In case of cancellation from your side within 24 hours or less before the start of the tour, the payment made by you on the website is non-refundable. No force majeure circumstances are exceptions.
- After booking, you will need to provide a photo of your passport, as this is a requirement of the Armenian Tax Service
