Garni Geghard

Embark on a group tour to effortlessly delve into Armenia's rich history. Enjoy comfortable transportation with a dedicated driver beyond Yerevan. Discover the Temple of Garni, Geghard Monastery, and Azat Canyon, gaining insights into their historical significance from your knowledgeable guide. Pause at a scenic viewpoint to marvel at Mount Ararat in the distance. Immerse yourself in Armenia's history, explore Garni and Geghard with your fellow travelers, and savor moments in nature at Azat Canyon.

Explore Armenia with our unforgettable journey! Start your adventure with a stop at Charent's Arch, where you'll be treated to a breathtaking view of Mount Ararat. Next, visit the magnificent Garni Temple, the only remaining pagan temple in Armenia. Marvel at its unique blend of Greco-Roman and Armenian architectural styles. Discover how it was dedicated to the God of Sun and later transformed into a summer residence for kings. But the journey doesn't end there! Continue on to the remarkable Geghard Monastery, a masterpiece of 13th-century Armenian architecture. Be awed by the expertly hewn churches within the cave monastery, nestled in a massive rock. Explore the rich sculptural embellishments and encounter the many intricately carved khachkars that adorn this spiritual marvel. Unravel the secrets of this ancient site as you wander through its historic halls and embrace the spiritual ambiance that echoes through the centuries. Finish the trip with a visit to Symphony of Stones.

It is quite difficult not to include this destination whilst travelling in Armenia. This fantastic tour will introduce you to the Pagan history of Armenia, and show the later spread of Christianity in the country.

Discover the beauty of Armenia on this unforgettable journey. Begin at Charents Arch, a scenic viewpoint offering breathtaking panoramic views of Mount Ararat, perfect for capturing stunning photos. Visit the Garni Temple, the only surviving pagan temple in the region, showcasing magnificent Greco-Roman architecture and rich history. From there, descend into the Garni Gorge to witness the incredible Symphony of Stones, a natural wonder of towering basalt columns that resemble an organ pipe symphony. Continue to the awe-inspiring Geghard Monastery, a UNESCO-listed site partially carved into the cliffs, known for its spiritual atmosphere and impressive medieval architecture. End the tour with a traditional lavash baking experience, where you’ll see firsthand how Armenia’s iconic flatbread is made and enjoy a fresh, warm taste of this staple of Armenian cuisine. This tour is ideal for history enthusiasts, nature lovers, and those eager to experience authentic Armenian culture.

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Visit the reconstructed Temple of Garni to view the classical Hellenistic temple near Garni, the only Greco Roman colonnaded building in Armenia and the former Soviet Union. Geghard is a Medieval Monastery that is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site carved out of the adjacent mountain side, surrounded by cliffs.

Tour to Garni and Geghard is exactly what you need. It's the best choice not only because both Garni and Geghard located in a distance of 30 km from Yerevan, but also because it is one of favorite tourist destinations: tour from Paganism to Christianity, where you can enjoy architectural heritage of the country, it’s incredible nature and have a lovely conversation with locals. As a matter of fact, pagan temple Garni and Geghard monastery doesn’t share any commonality. The only thing that connects them is quite close location and belonging to the cultural heritage of the Armenian nation. The tour is assigned for travelers of all ages and preferences. Optionally, the tour can be designed with emphasis on active journey, as well as on gastronomic and ethnographic aspects

Tour to Garni and Geghard is taking about 3.5 hours,during this tour you can see Armenian lavash making process,taste different kinds of very tasty dry fruits,traditional Armenian Gata,Sujukh and fruit lavash.Garni temple is located on the top of Azat canion in Garni village.Geghard monastery is about 15 minutes driving from garni,part of monastery is built in the cave.Here was kept the spear which had wounded Jesus at the Crucifixion.Garni and Geghard are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Comfort & Convenience: Travel in spacious, well-maintained vehicles for a smooth, relaxing journey from start to finish. Scenic Journeys: Enjoy stunning views of Armenia’s landscapes as you travel in comfort and style. Safety & Reliability: Our experienced drivers ensure a safe, dependable ride, prioritizing your well-being. Book Your Trip Today! With our comfort, flexibility, and expert service, we promise an unforgettable Armenian adventure.

Explore the most amazing places of Armenia! Visit Garni, the only pagan temple in Armenia. After that Geghard monastery, a complex which is carved in a cave and listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Visit Khor Virap monastery, with great view of Mount Ararat. You will have unforgettable impressions and enjoy warm atmosphere. Our Friendly Local English/Russian-speaking drivers will give you the most important information about places.

Tour to Garni temple and Geghard monastery is one of the most famous it is a combination of history, culture and architecture. During the tour one can visit the only pagon temple of Armenia Geghard Monastery (Ayrivank), where according to the legend, from the XIII century the spear with which Christ was pierced was kept here. As a part of the tour, we will visit the Azat River gorge, where we will see the “Symphony of Stones՛”, a miracle of nature.

Our company is delivering private tours throughout Armenia for several years and it has it's outstanding place in the market. You will enjoy your trip in a safe and comfortable minivan without having to worry about anything. The bottled water and sweets are always available in the cars. The drivers are polite and will do their best to make your tour a memorable one.

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Discover Armenia’s rich history and breathtaking nature on this full-day tour. Visit the pagan-era Garni Temple, explore the UNESCO-listed Geghard Monastery, and experience a traditional lavash baking master class.

Explore popular places in Armenia. You will have unforgettable impressions and enjoy the warm atmosphere. Our Friendly Local English/Russian-speaking drivers will give you the most important information about places. Moreover, we guarantee to send the most experienced drivers, who are great on the road and enthusiastic about what they do and providing you a safe trip.

With us, you will feel safe, and you will not be worried about anything else. Our principle of operation is to rent a car with a driver and we do everything to make the guests satisfied.

The most magnificent and amazing temple in Armenia that is more than 2000 years old, very well preserved and restored, still calls you to come and worship the SUN and the glory of the ancient times. During the tour we offer to enjoy the real master-class of "Lavash" baking and taste the home-made jams and dried fruits.

Private tour to Garni( the Pagan temple), Geghard and Arch of Charents. During the tour to Garni,Geghard we will visit: ✅to the only pagan temple of Garni. The structure was built by king Tiridates I in the first century AD as a temple to the sun god Mihr. After Armenia's conversion to Christianity in the early fourth century, it was converted into a royal summer house of Khosrovidukht, the sister of Tiridates III. ✅ Geghard – “Ayrivank” (“cave monastery”). The main chapel was built in 1215, the monastery complex was founded in the 4th century by Gregory the Illuminator at the site of a sacred spring inside a cave. The monastery had thus been originally named Ayrivank, meaning "the Monastery of the Cave". ✅ Arch of Charents. From there opens a beautiful view to Mount Ararat.

The tour includes 2 of the most famous sights in Armenia. Garni temple is the only Greco-Roman style temple in the territory of Armenia. Geghard (meaning "spear") is a medieval monastery, being partially carved out of the adjacent mountain, surrounded by cliffs. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site with enhanced protection status.