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WINTER GROUP TOUR: From Paganism To Christianity
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Duration
6 Hours
Tour Type
Group tours
Group Size
19 persons
Location
Kotayk region, RA
Overview
The arch of “Yeghishe Charents,” Garni Temple, Geghard monastery, national bread “Lavash” baking and tasting, Matenadaran (optional)
This fantastic tour will introduce you to the exotic Pagan history of Armenia and show the later development and spread of Christianity in the country.
The first stop is near Charent’s Arch, named in honor of Armenian poet Eghishe Charents, who loved this place and frequently visited it.
The next stop will be the Monastery complex of Geghard. St. Geghard symbolizes the lance with which the Roman centurion pierced Jesus after the crucifixion. Later the lance was brought to Armenia and kept in Geghard Monastery for 5 centuries. The complex presents Armenia of the 13th century, which is considered the Golden Age of the country’s architecture. However, the most astonishing part of this complex is its architectural solution churches drilled into the solid rock constructed following the rules of Armenian architecture. Geghard Monastery is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Garni Temple (77 A.D.) is another historical site included in this tour. It is the only standing heathen temple in the whole post-Soviet area. The temple gracefully stands on a high plateau overlooking the Azat river gorge. The surrounding area itself is incredibly beautiful. The Greek-roman bathhouse with the mosaic, made out of 30,000 pieces of natural stones, as well as the ruins of the royal palace, will take you to the 3rd century A.D.
Not far from the temple of Garni (about 10 minute’s walk), there is a cozy local restaurant with an amazing view of the temple, where you can relax and take part in the master class of tasting freshly baked lavash – traditional Armenian flatbread.
The manuscripts presented in the Matenadaran give a general idea of all fields of Armenian medieval science, the development of writing and art over the centuries. They represent the Armenian culture, beginning with the invention of Mashtots Armenian letters (405) to the XVIII century. Old Armenian translations, works concerning all spheres of science and culture of the Middle Ages, as well as samples of Armenian miniatures of the Middle Ages are presented.
FREE CANCELLATION
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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AVAILABILITY
This tour is valid every Tue, Thu, Sat - 10:00
GUIDE SERVICE
Russian, English
START POINT
The monument of A. Tamanyan, Cascade Complex
BENEFITS
50% discounts for children
Included
“Lavash” making master-class
Professional guide service (English, Russian)
Wi-Fi on board
All entrance tickets
Bottled water
Local sweets
Itinerary
Stop 1․ The arch of “Yeghishe Charents”
Stop 1․ The arch of “Yeghishe Charents”
The first stop is near Charent’s arch, named in honor of Armenian poet Eghishe Charents, who loved this place and frequently visited it.
Stop 2․ Monastery complex of Geghard
Stop 2․ Monastery complex of Geghard
St. Geghard symbolizes the lance with which the Roman centurion pierced Jesus after the crucifixion. Later the lance was brought to Armenia and kept in Geghard Monastery for 5 centuries. The complex presents Armenia of the 13th century, which is considered the Golden Age of the country’s architecture. However, the most astonishing part of this complex is its architectural solution churches drilled into the solid rock constructed following the rules of Armenian architecture. Geghard Monastery is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Stop 3. Garni Temple
Stop 3. Garni Temple
Garni Temple is the only standing heathen temple in the whole post-Soviet area. The temple gracefully stands on a high plateau overlooking the Azat river gorge. The surrounding area itself is incredibly beautiful. The greek-roman bathhouse with the mosaic, made out of 30,000 pieces of natural stones, as well as the ruins of the royal palace, will take you to 3rd century A.D.
Stop 4․ National bread “Lavash” baking, and tasting, traditional lunch
Stop 4․ National bread “Lavash” baking, and tasting, traditional lunch
Not far from the temple of Garni (about 10minutes’ walk), there is a cozy local restaurant with an amazing view of the temple, where you can relax and take part in the master-class of tasting freshly baked lavash – traditional Armenian flatbread. Here you will also enjoy traditional Armenian lunch.
Stop 5. Matenadaran (optional)
Stop 5. Matenadaran (optional)
The manuscripts presented in the Matenadaran give a general idea of all fields of Armenian medieval science, the development of writing and art over the centuries.
FAQs
Please note
- We can organize pick up from your hotel in the city center upon request FOR FREE.
- The duration of the tour may vary depending on the weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances.
- For security reasons the trip might be modified or cancelled in case of bad weather conditions.
Purchase, Changing & Cancellation policy
You can buy this service in full or book it by paying 30% of the total amount. In case of booking, you will pay the rest of the cost of your service online before providing the service or in cash / non-cash at the organization's office.
In case of changing the date of service, no fee will be charged if you inform the organization at least 24 hours before the service is provided, and in case of later notification on change - 10% of the total cost will be charged. It is possible to change the direction or type of service only at least 24 hours before the service is to be provided. In this case, the final calculation is made, the corresponding changes are made, if possible.
In the case of extreme weather conditions or force majeure, the entity has the right to change, reduce or cancel the approved purchase. In case of cancellation by the organization, you are offered another equivalent service.
Without any penalty purchase cancellation is available at least 24 hours in advance. After that, the whole value of the service is non-refundable in case of purchase, cancellation, as well as without the consent of the service provider. For full information on money refund and other costs related to that can be found in the Public Contract.
COVID-19 safety rules
We strictly follow the COVID-19 safety rules of the RA government. Please, take masks and individual sanitizers with you.
Payment methods
- Bank transfer is the transfer of an corresponding amount to the bank account of the organization. You can pay in drams, rubles, dollars and euros.
- Online payment is the payment made through the official website of the organization. At the moment it is possible to make a payment with Visa / Master cards of any exchange rate.
- Card payment is the payment via Visa / Master card through the POS terminal in the organization's office. The amount of the excursions/service is presented in Armenian drams, but you can pay with any exchange rate card (your bank changes the exchange rate of the corresponding amount). The organization does NOT CHARGE extra amount during card payment.
- Cash payment is the payment at the office of the organization by cash. Payments are accepted only in Armenian drams. There is a bank and ATM next to the organization's office.
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