Echmiadzin, Zvartnots, Khor Virap, Sevanavank, Dilijan/ 2 day tours from Yerevan

This tour will give you a chance to get acquainted with the peculiarities of Armenian Christianity, its rich history and heritage.

Itinerary

Day 1: From Echmiadzin to Khor Virap

Stop At: Echmiadzin Monastery Complex, Vagharshapat 1101 Armenia
The word “Echmiadzin” means a place where “the only begotten son of the God descended”. According to a legend, Jesus Christ descended from heaven and indicated the spot for a church to be built. Echmiadzin is the residence of the Supreme Catholicos of all Armenians and the center of the Armenian Apostolic Church.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Saint Hripsime Church, Mesrop Mashtots St., 85 Near the Echmiadzin Monastery Complex, Vagharshapat 1101 Armenia
7th century church
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Saint Hripsime Church, Mesrop Mashtots St., 85 Near the Echmiadzin Monastery Complex, Vagharshapat 1101 Armenia
7th century church
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Zvartnots Temple, Yerevan-Vagharshapat Highway Near the Echmiadzin Monastery Complex, Vagharshapat 1101 Armenia
One of the brightest landmarks of medieval Armenian architecture the magnificent Zvartnots Temple is constructed in the 7th century.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Khor Virap, Highway 11 - Near the village of Pokr Vedi Artashat, Lusarat 0612 Armenia
We offer a tour during which you can appear in the most famous pilgrimage site of the Armenian Apostolic Church - Monastery Khor Virap. It stands before the snowcapped flanks of Mount Ararat offering a spectacular view of the mountain, the national symbol of Armenia
Duration: 1 hour

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 2: From Lake Sevan to Dilijan

Stop At: Monastery Sevanavank, next the Holy Mother of God Church, Sevan Armenia
It was founded in 874 AD by princess Mariam. The remnants of the monastery that was constructed in the 9th century include only two temples – Surb Arakelots and Surb Astvatsatsin, standing among numerous khachkars. The church buildings were constructed from black tuff, which probably gave the monastery its name Sevanavank - “the Black Monastery”.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Haghartsin Monastery, Dilijan Armenia
Monastery complex Haghartsin ('Dance of the Eagles’) is situated in 13 km northeast of Dilijan. It was built between the 10th and 13th centuries and has three churches: one named for Gregory the Illuminator; another for the Virgin Mary (Surp Astvatsatsin); and the third for St Stephen (Stepanos). There are stunning khachkars, a sundial on the wall of St Gregory, a ruined gavit and a refectory with stunning arched ceiling.
Duration: 1 minute

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duración: 2 Days
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
Please mention the exact location you want to be picked up at.

Cancelaciones y devoluciones: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluye

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transport by air-conditioned vehicle according to the number of participants

No Incluye

• Food and drinks
• Lunch

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