PRIVATE TOUR: Khor Virap monastery, Areni Cave or/and Winery, Noravank monastery, Shaki waterfall, Tatev monastery & ''Wings of Tatev''

One-day out of Yerevan for exploring Armenia during this cultural trip to Tatev Monastery. Discover three beautiful monasteries during this full-day private tour. Visit Khor Virap Monastery on the biblical Mount Ararat and the beautiful medieval Noravank Monastery with its Holy Mother of God Church before stopping for lunch. End the tour with a ride on the Wings of Tatev cable car (the world’s longest non-stop ropeway) to the Tatev Monastery considered to be the wealthiest medieval monastery in Armenia. Just live the experience with Jan Armenia Tours & Travel – take fantastic memories with you!

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.

Areni is the birthplace of winemaking. Viticulture on the territory of Armenia originated many years before our era. In Armenia, grows a lot of wild vineyard, and a large number of local varieties of grapes. And here there is the oldest winery of Armenia, where you can taste the most delicious wine from the best varieties of grapes.

Noravank Monastery is among the wonderful steep red rocks on the ledge of a meandering gorge. It was founded in the 12th century on the site of ancient buildings. Complex Noravank, thanks to the magnificent creations of medieval architects and its location on the background of a beautiful landscape, leaves an indelible impression. It is one of the majestic monuments of the Armenian medieval architecture.

The Shaki Waterfall is situated in the Syunik region. It provides the most relaxing and wonderful ambiance for everyone. On the left side of the river Vorotan, basalt lava flows have solidified to form a ledge 18 meters high from which the waterfall cascades down.

Waterfall visit is available from MAR 15 to NOV 15, up to 5:00 pm.

Tatev Monastery is a 9th century historical monument. It is one of the oldest and most famous monastery complexes in Armenia. During medieval times Tatev Monastery was a vital scholastic, enlightenment and spiritual center and played a singular role in the country’s history. 

Wings of Tatev is the aerial tramway to the natural and historic treasures of Syunik.

Wings of Tatev is:

• The shortest, most picturesque and impressive route to Tatev Monastery;
• The longest reversible cableway in the world (5752 m), recorded in the Guinness Book of Records.
• Winner of world's leading cable car award as per World travel award 2021
• Twelve minutes of unforgettable flight above the ravine of the fierce Vorotan River;
• Celestial highway at the altitude of 320 m;
• Cutting-edge engineering solutions by Austrian-Swiss Doppelmayr/ Garaventa Group.

Please note, that from the December to February and from March to November the prices for ropeway "Wings of Tatev" are different.
DEC-FEB
One way: 4000 AMD
Two way: 5500 AMD
Children up to 140 cm: 1000 AMD (one way or two way)

MAR- NOV
One way: 6500 AMD
Two way: 9000 AMD
Children up to 140 cm: 1000 AMD (one way or two way)

Ropeway is closed on MONDAYS.

FREE CANCELLATION
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

AVAILABILITY
This tour is available every Tue - Sun

BOOKING
Full payment or 30% deposit required

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