Tours
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Private tour to Echmiadzin, Zvartnots, Khor VirapThis tour will give you a chance to get acquainted with the peculiarities of Armenian Christianity, its rich history and heritage. The first destination of the tour will be St. Hripsime church, which was built on the grave of a Christian nun, who preached and spread Christianity in Armenia. The next spot is 7th century church of St Gayane. Later you will visit the world’s first Christian Cathedral - Echmiadzin. 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. The last destination of our tour is one of the brightest landmarks of medieval Armenian architecture – the magnificent Zvartnots Temple constructed in the 7th century. All these churches and the temple are listed on the UNESCO World’s Cultural Heritage Sites. During this tour you can appear in the most famous pilgrimage site of the Armenian Apostolic Church - Monastery Khor Virap, which is directly connected with the adoption of Christianity in Armenia. It stands before the snowcapped flanks of Mount Ararat offering a spectacular view of the mountain, the national symbol of Armenia. It is where Grigor Luisavorich (St. Gregory the Illuminator) was imprisoned for 13 years before curing King Trdat III of a disease. This caused the adoption of Christianity in Armenia in the year 301. In fact, the name Khor Virap means “deep pit”, named after the prison where St. Gregory the Illuminator was held. You can still open climb down the pit using a narrow ladder in order to experience its atmosphere. Duration: 6-7 hrs For booking click on the price -
Private tour to Garni, Geghard, Sevan (Sevanavank), Dilijan (Haghartsin)The first stop of our trip will be the pagan temple Garni, built in the 1st century AD by the armenian king Trdat. The temple Garni is the only monument in the territory of Armenia connecting with the era of paganism and Hellenism, dedicated to the sun god Mithra. The temple is built according to the rules of the classical Greek architecture and looks very similar to the famous temple of Athens in Greece. There is the bathhouse not far from the palace built in the 3rd century AD and has the features specific to the Roman baths of that time. The next destination of the tour will be the Monastery Geghard, which was built in the 4th century by The First Armenian Catholicos - Gregory the Illuminator. Initially it was called Airivank (cave monastery), then was renamed Geghard, which means <>. The name of the monastery originates from the spear of the Roman soldier who pierced the body of Jesus Christ. Now the spear is presented in the museum of Echmiadzin. During your stay in Armenia, you can’t miss the visit to “The Jewel of Armenia” or the “Geghama Sea” - Lake Sevan. In the northwest part of Sevan Lake, on a narrow rocky peninsula, there stands one of the most prominent examples of medieval Armenian architecture – Sevanavank Monastery. It was founded in 874 AD by princess Mariam. The next destination of the tour is “Armenian Switzerland” - Dilijan. In 13 km northeast of Dilijan in a cozy place one can find Monastery complex Haghartsin ('Dance of the Eagles’). It was built between the 10th and 13th centuries. There are stunning khachkars, a sundial on the wall of St Gregory, a ruined gavit and a refectory with stunning arched ceiling. Duration: 10-11 hrs For booking click on the price -
Private 3 day tour in Georgia from Yerevan<< Land of Noah >> tour tour agency offers an interesting tour program to sunny Georgia. Day 1 Transfer to Tbilisi, Observing city tour (overnight) Day 2 Alaverdi Monstery, Signaki, Gremi fotress (overnight) Day 3 Mtskheta - Jvari - back to Yerevan Day 1: This tour gives you an opportunity to explore the capital of Georgia - Tbilisi and other sights of interest in Georgia within 3 days. Our driver and the guide will pick you up from your hotel and start the tour to Tbilisi. The first day is fully dedicated to Tbilisi. We will visit the Holy Trinity cathedral, one of the largest orthodox cathedrals in the world. After, we will visit Saint Gevorg Church, Metekhi church and the monument to Vakhtang Gorgasali, who is the founder of Tbilisi. Then take cable car to Narikala Fortress to enjoy breathtaking view of the city. Walk down to the Abanotubani district to see the famous bathhouses. Stroll through the Sharden area full of narrow streets with cozy cafés, wine tasting bars, souvenir shops. After we will visit the clock tower of famous Rezo Gabriadze Theatre and cross the Bridge of Peace leading to Rike Park. The overnight is foreseen in Tbilisi. Day 2: After the breakfast we will drive to Alaverdi Monastery founded in VI century by St. Father Joseph Alaverdeli who arrived from Assyria. Alaverdi is the word of Arabic origin and means Bestowed by the God. Alaverdi cathedral is the tallest construction (51 meters) among the Medieval Georgian architectural monuments. It is a cross-type, three arch construction. There are three entrances from three sides. Alaverdi was the burial site (XI century, XV-XVIII centuries) of the kings of Kakheti. After visiting Alaverdi we will head to the city of wine and love - Sighnaghi, which is very much appealing to those who are tired of rush and hustle, and like everything lovely, cute and small. Walking through Sighnaghi, you might feel like in Italy - the architecture is pretty similar to small Italian towns. The last destination of the second day of our trip is Gremi, which was the residence of the kings of Kakheti from 1466 to 1614. Here we will visit the fortress of Gremi with its the royal citadel and the Church of the Archangels. The Church of the Archangels was built in 1565 by King Levan (who is buried inside) and contains frescoes from 1577. We will stop in Gremi for overnight. Day 3: After the breakfast we will drive to the oldest cities of Georgia, Mtskheta. The city was founded in the 5th century BC. The old city lies at the confluence of the rivers Mtkvari and Aragvi. It is home to Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (11th century) and Jvari Monastery (6th century), which are amongst the most significant monuments of Georgian Christian architecture, and are historically significant in the development of medieval architecture throughout the Caucasus. Mtskheta, as well as Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Jvari are listed as a World Heritage site by UNESCO. For booking click on the price -
Private tour to Jermuk, waterfallLand of Noah travel agency offers a tour to another small resort town, situated in the south-eastern part of Armenia - Jermuk. The town is surrounded with low mountains - covered with greenwood and alpine meadows. During the tour you can visit the exceptionally beautiful waterfall falling from the height of 70 meters. You can visit also the Mineral Water Gallery. Jermuk mineral water has a wonderful healing properties. It has international fame. One can treat a number of intestinal and other diseases here. Duration: 8-9 hrs For booking click on the price -
Private tour to Sardarapat Memorial and Museum"Land of Noah" travel agency offers a tour to Sardarapat Memorial - a symbol of pride and survival from an invading Turkish army (May 20-22, 1918). Sardarapat is a memorial complex to the Battle of Sardarapat located in the Armavir Province of Armenia. After the victory on May 28, 1918 Armenia was declared as an independent Republic. The memorial was designed by architect Rafael Israelyan. Two giant winged bulls symbolizing the titanic strength of the Armenian people stand at the entrance to the square dominated by 35-meter-high stone bell tower. A flower alley with stone eagles runs from the Victory Wall symbolizing the spirit of the Sardarapat heroes. From the center of the Victory Wall opens a view of the majestic Mt Ararat, the silent witness of the heroic past of the Armenian people. The complex is completed by an originally designed folk art museum. The central hall of which contains commemorative materials from the battle. In the galleries you can see archaeological materials from Neolithic to Medieval, various traditional handicrafts. Upstairs are exhibits of carpets and embroidery, modern Armenian decorative ceramics and jewelry. Duration: 4-5 hrs For booking click on the price -
Tour to Gyumri (city tour)Visit Gyumri - the second largest city of Armenia, situated around 126 kilometres away from the capital city of Yerevan. By the end of the 19th century, the city was known as Alexandropol, then it was renamed to Leninakan during the Soviet period. Gyumri is known for its 19th-century architecture and urban constructions. Gyumri's historic town center is quite walkable and fun to explore. During the tour, you can walk around the center, visit nearby monasteries and churches, museums such as Dzitoxtsonts Tun - museum of National Architecture and Urban Life of Gyumri. The most visited churches here are Church of the Holy Saviour or Surp Amenaprkich, Seven Wounds of the Holy Mother of God, Russian church, Surp Nshan or Holy Sign Church. On 25 June 2016, Pope Francis delivered a Holy Mass at Gyumri's Vartanants Square. His Holiness Catholicos of All Armenians Garegin II also took part in the ceremony. Duration: 7-8 hrs For booking click on the price -
Private tour to Khor Virap, Areni winery, NoravankAnother must see place in Armenia is Khor Virap. It is where Grigor Luisavorich (St. Gregory the Illuminator) was imprisoned for 13 years before curing King Trdat III of a disease. This caused the adoption of Christianity in Armenia in the year 301. In fact, the name Khor Virap means “deep pit”, named after the prison where St. Gregory the Illuminator was held. The next stop will be Monastery Noravank, which dates back to XIII—XIV centuries. The complex includes the 1339 St. Astvatsatsin (“Burtelashen”) sepulchre-church, St. Stepanos Nakhavka and gavit, the St. Grigor Church and Stepanos Orbelian Sepulchre, the remains of medieval chapels and residential quarters and a modern office and hall. In the end of our trip you have an opportunity to taste armenian wine in Areni winery. Duration: 8-9 hrs For booking click on the price -
Private tour to Echmiadzin, Sardarapat, ZvartnotsThis wonderful tour includes all the main sights of interest in Armavir province. The first destination of the tour will be St. Hripsime church, which was built on the grave of a Christian nun, who preached and spread Christianity in Armenia. The next spot is 7th century church of St Gayane. Later you will visit the world’s first Christian Cathedral - Echmiadzin. 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. The next destination of our tour is one of the brightest landmarks of medieval Armenian architecture – the magnificent Zvartnots Temple constructed in the 7th century. All these churches and the temple are listed on the UNESCO World’s Cultural Heritage Sites. From here we will leave for Sardarapat - a memorial complex to the Battle of Sardarapat. At the entrance to the square you can see two giant winged bulls symbolizing the titanic strength of the Armenian people and 35-meter-high stone bell tower. A flower alley with stone eagles runs from the Victory Wall symbolizing the spirit of the Sardarapat heroes. From the center of the Victory Wall opens a view of the majestic Mt Ararat, the silent witness of the heroic past of the Armenian people. The complex is completed by an originally designed folk art museum. Duration: 6-7 hrs For booking click on the price -
Armenia and Nagorno Karabagh (Tatev, Stepanakert, Areni, Shushi 3 days/ 2 nights)Day 1 Dadivank, Gandzasar, Tigranakert, Stepanakert (overnight) Day 2 Stepanakert observing city tour, Shushi, Amaras, Stepanakert (overnight) Day 3 Tatev, Karahunj (Zorats Karer), Areni winery, back to Yerevan Day 1: The very first destination of our trip is Dadivank Monastery, which is the largest monastic complex in Artsakh-Karabakh and one of the true masterpieces of Armenian medieval architecture. It is located in the northwestern part of Martakert district of the Nagorno Karabakh Republic. After we will visit another Monastery in this district - Gandzasar. “Gandzasar” means treasure mountain in Armenian. On site is the Church of St. John the Baptist, which was built between 1216 and 1238. Our next destination is Tigranakert which is a ruined Armenian city dating back to the Hellenistic period The excavated ruins of this city is revealing evidence of a once-thriving Armenian settlement that dates back to before the time of Christ. The overnight is foreseen in Stepanakert, the capital of Nagorno Karabakh Republic. Day 2: After the breakfast we will have an observing city tour in Stepanakert, then leave for Shushi and Amaras. In Shushi we will visit Surp Amenaprkich Ghazanchetsots Cathedral (St. Savior Ghazanchetsots Cathedral), which was built in 1868-1887. It is considered to be the second most important spiritual center in Artsakh. The church was built by the local residents. The consecration of the church took place on September 20, in 1888. After, we will head to Amaras Monastery, which is one of the oldest Christian sites in Nagorno-Karabakh. According to the 5th-century chronicler Faustus Byuzand, at the start of the 4th century St. Gregory the Illuminator founded a church in what was to become Amaras Monastery. At the beginning of the 5th century Mesrop Mashtots, the inventor of the Armenian Alphabet, established in Amaras the first-ever school that used his script. We will come back to Stepanakert for overnight. Day 3: After the breakfast we will for one of the famous monuments of medieval Armenian architecture - Tatev Monastery, which was built in the 9th-13th centuries. In translation from the old Armenian (grabar) "tatev" means "give wings". Indeed, located at a great height, it seems that Tatev stretches upward to the sky. The walls seem to be a natural extension of the rock that raises it so high. Thanks to the construction of the Wings of Tatev, the longest cable car in the world (5.7 km), the complex has become one of the most visited places in Armenia. Our next destination is Karahunj or Karahunj Observatory, also known as Zorats Karer or Zorats Kar, which is a megalithic composition of Bronze Age tombs (cists, dolmens or tumuli) and over 220 standing stones (menhirs). Since ancient days Armenia was famous for the wineries where original traditions were kept until this day. It’s not a secret that a large number of wineries and vineyards are found throughout the provinces of the Republic of Armenia. One of these wineries is in Vayots Dzor province - Areni winery. On our way back to Yerevan you will have an opportunity to visit the winery and taste armenian wine. For booking click on the price -
Northern Armenia for 2 days and 1 nightDay 1 Stepanavan (Dendropark), Lori Fortress, Vanadzor (overnight) Day 2 Haghpat, Sanahin, Akhtala, Kobayr Day 1: The first destination of the trip will be the botanic garden of Stepanavan, established by Polish engineer-forester Edmon Leonovich in 1933. The area of dendropark is about 35 hectares, covered with natural forests with multi species plants. The majority of the plants were brought here from Yerevan Botanical Garden, as well as from different countries all over the world. Nowadays there are more than 500 plants. Next destination of our trip will be the ruins of medieval fortress - Lori Fortress. Here a church and 2 bathrooms of that time are preserved. After we will leave for Vanadzor, which is is an urban municipal community and the third-largest city in Armenia serving as the capital of Lori Province. Here we will stop for the overnight. Day 2: After the breakfast we will leave for monasteries of Haghpat, Sanahin, Akhtala and Kobayr, dating back to the 10th to 13th centuries. The monastery of Haghpat, founded by Queen Khosrovanush (wife of the Armenian King Ashot III) in AD 976, consists of one narthex, two corridor-sepulchers, a refectory, a scriptorium, the Chapel of Hamazasp, a belfry, several chapel-tombs and cross-stones (khachkars)․ Sanahin used to be the administrative centre and family burial place of the Kyurikyan Bagratids (10th and 11th centuries), as well as the Episcopal residence for the diocese (until the 11th century). The Sanahin monastery contains 3 churches, narthex, scriptorium, belfry and academy. Haghpat and Sanahin Monasteries are placed on UNESCO's World Heritage List. Akhtala is a 10th-century Armenian Apostolic Church monastery, with breathtaking frescoes. The fortress played a major role in protecting the north-western regions of Armenia (Gugark) and is among the most well preserved of all in modern Armenia. Kobayr is another remarkable architectural complexes of medieval times. It was built in the 12th-century. The main church has some partially restored frescoes and a detached 3th-century bell tower. There are also three chapels, one with a scenic balcony. For booking click on the price
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Kia SportageA/C, ABS, 2 Airbags, Fuel - Petrol (tank cap 55l), Color - black, 4-wheel drive Type/Class Wagon, D Transmission Automatic Seats 5 Luggage boot (L) 390 Doors 5 Motor (L) 2.4 -
Renault DusterA/C, 2 Airbags, ABS, Fuel - Petrol (tank cap 50), Color - white, front wheel drive Type/Class Wagon, D Transmission Automatic Seats 5 Luggage boot (L) 475 Doors 5 Motor (L) 2 -
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Kia Rio - ManualA/C, 1 Airbag, Fuel - petrol (tank cap 43l), Color – black, front wheel drive Type/Class Sedan, C Transmission Manual Seats 5 Luggage boot (L) 288 Doors 4 Motor (L) 1.4 -
Mercedes-Benz VITOA/C, ABS, 4 Airbags, Fuel - Diesel (tank cap 75l), Color - white, back wheel drive Type/Class Minivan, M Transmission Automatic Seats 8 Luggage boot (L) 535 Doors 4 Motor (L) 2 -
Toyota PradoA/C, ABS, 8 Airbags, Fuel - Petrol (tank cap 87l), Color - black, 4-wheel drive Type/Class Wagon, E Transmission Automatic Seats 5 Luggage boot (L) 621 Doors 5 Motor (L) 2.7 -
Renault LoganA/C, 2 Airbags, Fuel - Petrol (tank cap 50l), Color – white, front wheel drive Type/Class Sedan, C Transmission Manual Seats 5 Luggage boot (L) 520 Doors 4 Motor (L) 1.6 -
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VAZ 2121 NivaFuel - Petrol (tank cap 42l), Color - white, 4-wheel drive Type/Class Wagon, B Transmission Manual Seats 5 Luggage boot (L) 270 Doors 3 Motor (L) 1.7