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Winter Jeep Tour: Exploring Garni Gorge and Geghard Monastery
Garni
Embark on a thrilling winter jeep tour through Garni Gorge and Geghard Monastery. Explore the stunning Stone Symphony, visit the ancient Garni Temple, and immerse yourself in the beauty of snow-covered mountains. Experience village hospitality and return to Yerevan with unforgettable memories.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Garni Gorge - We will meet early in the morning in Yerevan and will head to Garni canyon. On the way we will have a stop at the Charent’s Ark to look at the Byblical Mountain Ararat. After we will continue our way to the canyon with the coffee break at the bank of the river. After coffee break we will continue our way through the gorge and we will make a stop at the Stone Symphony. Here we will enjoy magnificent, seemingly artificial slopes from the foot to the top.
- Garni Temple - Climbing up from the canyon to the village, we will take our way to Garni Temple, built in the second half of the 1st century A.D. and dedicated to the God Mitra, the God of the Sun. After Christianity the temple was used as a summer residence of Armenian Kings and was described as ‘‘A House of Coolness‘‘
- The Monastery of Geghard - After an excursion in the temple we will have lunch at the local house. After the lunch we will take our way to Geghard Monastery founded in IV century A.D. (at that time called Ayrivank or a “Cave Monastery”) and rebuilt in 1215, when as a legend says the name Geghard was given as the legendary spear - Geghard - (that pierced Christ) was brought there.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- English speaking guide
- Entrance fee included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Fuel surcharges included
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic Beverages
Additional Information
On this daily jeep outing, we’ll explore Garni gorge and witness the Stone Symphony. Our journey will include a visit to the Garni Temple and a tour through Geghard Monastery. We’ll relish the natural splendor and snowy mountain vistas. Throughout the day, we’ll bask in the crisp winter air, stunning landscapes, and local village warmth. Our journey will wrap up with a return to Yerevan.
Location
Garni Gorge
Route Below the Garni Temple
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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