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PRIVATE TOUR: Saghmosavank , Alphabet monument, Amberd fortress
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4 Ratings
Artashavan
Embark on a private tour to explore the medieval fortress of Amberd, visit the historic Saghmosavank monastery, and marvel at the Alphabet monument. Discover the beauty of Mount Aragats and its surrounding landscapes.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Saghmosavank Monastery - The Saghmosavank monastery complex is situated on the right bank of the Kasakh River, in the village of Saghmosavan. Tradition holds that it was founded by Grigor Lusavorich (Gregory the Illuminator).
- Hovhannavank Monastery - The Hovhanavank Monastery complex is found in the village of Hovhanavan, perched on the edge of the Kasakh River gorge. It is believed to be dedicated to Jesus’ Baptist, St. Hovhannes Mkrtich.
- Amberd Fortress - The medieval Amberd Fortress is located on the southern slopes of Mount Aragats, far from bustling cities. It stands on a rocky cliff at an elevation of 2100 meters, protected on two sides by deep gorges at the confluence of the Amberd and Arkashen rivers. A single serpentine road, which winds through the mountains, leads to it, making it inaccessible in winter when snow covers the area. Amberd’s history dates back to the 7th century. Despite its excellent defenses, it was invaded by the Seljuks from Central Asia at the end of the 11th century. The architecture of Amberd is straightforward, with fortress walls made of massive basalt tiles that once provided protection from shells and siege weapons. Some foundations and a few walls have been preserved within the fortress.
- Armenian Alphabet Monument - The Armenian Alphabet Monument, located on the western slope of Mount Aragats, was built in 2005 to commemorate the 1600th anniversary of the creation of the Armenian alphabet.
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What's Included
- Professional guide (optional)
- Taxes
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional Driver
- Live commentary on board
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Transportation on comfortable vehicles
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Ticket for Amberd fortress
Additional Information
Amberd, a medieval stronghold, is situated on the southern inclines of Mount Aragats, far removed from bustling city life. Perched on a rugged precipice at an elevation of 2100 meters, it is safeguarded on two sides by deep canyons where the Amberd and Arkashen rivers meet. The site’s altitude registers at 3402 m; its surface area measures 0.12 sq.m; its depth is 9 m. There’s a weather monitoring facility installed on the lake’s Eastern shore.
- Infant meals not included
Location
Saghmosavank Monastery
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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549jarenc
Mar 29, 2024
Playing in the snow as solo traveller - Getting a tour when you have limited time is the best way to know the city you are visiting. I had a great time being solo traveller since I own my time. Gagik let me spend all the time I need playing in the snow and even became my photographer. The tour itself was short since there only 3 destination in this package but the amount of time I spent on those places made it worth while.
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Sightsee30503707377
Feb 23, 2024
Awesome Experience! - Our tour today was very enjoyable! We got to experience our 1st snow encounter. Thank you so much Jan Armenia tours for making it possible for us. Hassle free and very convenient. I would also like to commend our very nice driver today Mr. Tigran 😍 He is very professional and he also explains a lot about Armenian culture and history. Very Recommended! 👍🏻
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132artema
Aug 14, 2023
Unforgettable. - Everything was perfect, very professional and super friendly driver (ARA). Very clean car. And the places visited are breathtaking. Really beautiful.
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Dsrameshblr
Sep 29, 2021
Easily the best experience I have ever had working with a travel advisor. Thanks to Lilit 😊 - Lilit was our travel advisor, we first met her to collect our Yerevan card. She booked all the complimentary tour activities, she helped us with sim card activation. She is one of the best travel advisors I have met in nine years of my travel.
She kept in touch throughout our stay and made sure we were okay. She offered many trips as per our taste and we took the private tour to Kari lake and she customised it as per our preferences. The trip was well organized, with free wi-fi and a courteous driver.
Anyone visiting Yerevan for the first time would greatly benefit from this travel agency and specifically Lilith. She will definitely help you design trips according to your preferences and answer all your questions with a smile.
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