Embark on a captivating Garni tour and explore the ancient Pagan Temple, Geghard Monastery, and the breathtaking beauty of Azat Canyon. Discover Armenia’s rich history and marvel at the natural wonders along the way.
- Garni Temple - Within this tour we will visit Garni, Geghard and the valley of Azat river, where there are many historical and natural monuments.
At first we will visit one of the famous monasteries of the 13th century, Geghardavank, then Garni village,
where there are many famous and not so famous monuments.
We will have a short hiking tour during which we will visit the famous Garni pagan temple and Symphony of stones as well. There will be a stop nera the Arch of Charents from where a breathtaking view opens to Mount Ararat.
- The Monastery of Geghard - Geghard Monastery is a medieval monastery in the Kotayk province, being partially carved out of the adjacent mountain, surrounded by cliffs. The name commonly used for the monastery today, Geghard, or more fully Geghardavank, meaning \
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- Snacks
- Guide service
- Transportation
- Entrance fee for Garni is 750 AMD for residents of RA and 1.500 AMD for foreigners.
Garni temple, one of the most famous historical and architectural monuments among tourists, is located in Kotayk province. It is the only structure preserved in Armenia from the pagan period, dedicated to the god Mihr.
Before reaching the temple, we will have a stop on the way to Charents Arch, from where a wonderful view of Mount Ararat opens.
Then we will visit 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 \
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