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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 -
5 days tour packageTravel Agency “Land of Noah” has developed a special 5-day tour package to make your visit to Armenia unforgettable. Day 1 Transfer from the airport to the hotel Day 2 Garni, Geghard, Lavash baking procedure Day 3 Tsaghkadzor (Kecharis), Sevan (Sevanavank), Boat trip in Sevan Lake Day 4 Khor Virap, Areni, Noravank Day 5 Transfer to the airport For booking click on the price -
Private 2 days, 1 night Classical Armenia/ Jermouk, Khor Virap, Noravank, SevanDay 1 Khor Virap, Areni, Noravank, Jermuk (overnight) Day 2 Selim, Lake Sevan (Noratus, Hayravank, Sevanavank) Day 1: Starting our trip from Yerevan we will leave for Monastery Khor Virap which 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. 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. After, we will head to Areni winery, where you will have a degustation of Armenian wine. 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. The last point of the first day of the trip will be the mountain spa town - Jermuk, where we will stop for overnight. The name of the town is derived from the Armenian word of "jermuk" or "jermook" meaning "warm mineral spring". Jermuk is famous for its hot springs and mineral water brands bottled in the town. It is attractive for its fresh air, waterfall, artificial lakes, walking trails, the surrounding forests and mineral water pools. Day 2: In the morning, after having breakfast we will leave for the best preserved caravansary in Armenia, Selim built of basalt blocks in 1332 by Prince Chesar Orbelian, according to an inscription in Armenian and Arabic. This caravanserai offered hospitality to travelers along the highway crossing the Selim mountains. This building is an excellent example of Armenian architecture in the Middle Ages. After visiting Selim we will head to Noratus, which is famous for its cemetery, the oldest part of which includes over 800 khachkars (stone crosses), carved between the 9th-17th centuries. The carvings are distilled into three main periods: 9th-10th cc, 11th-12th cc and 13th-16th cc The next stop will be Monastery Hayravank, which dates back to the 9th-12th centuries. The interior of the church is rather simple, but very thrilling when the sun hits the narrow windows of the church. The rays of the sun attack the interior, creating a thrilling sensation of holiness for every single visitor. And the last destination of our wonderful trip is Sevanavank - one of the most prominent examples of medieval Armenian architecture. It was founded in 874 AD by princess Mariam. The church buildings were constructed from black tuff, which probably gave the monastery its name Sevanavank - “the Black Monastery”. For booking click on the price -
Garni, Zvartnots, Haghpat, Tatev, Karahundj, Sevanavank/ 4 day tours in Armenia"Land of Noah" travel agency has designed affordable tour programs to help You to get an unforgettable impression from Your visit to Armenia. You can order either this program or create Your own tour program on the basis of other tours offered by us. Day 1 Garni -Geghard, Sevan (Sevanavank) 220 km 7-8 hrs Day 2 Haghpat, Sanahin 400 km 9-10 hrs Day 3 Yerevan city tour - Echmiadzin (Hripsime, Gayane, st. Cathedral), Zvartnots 90 km 6-7 hrs Day 4 Noravank, Tatev (Ropeway), Karahunj (Zorats Karer) 540 km 12-13 hrs For booking click on the price -
Garni, Tatev, Karahundj, Zvartnots, Echmiadzin/ 4 days in Armenia from Yerevan"Land of Noah" travel agency has designed affordable tour programs to help You to get an unforgettable impression from Your visit to Armenia. You can order either this program or create Your own tour program on the basis of other tours offered by us. Day 1 Garni -Geghard 90 km 4-5 hrs Day 2 Noravank, Tatev (Ropeway), Karahunj (Zorats Karer) 540 km 12-13 hrs Day 3 Yerevan city tour - Echmiadzin (Hripsime, Gayane, st. Cathedral), Zvartnots 90 km 6-7 hrs Day 4 Tsaghkadzor (Kecharis), Sevan (Sevanavank) 170 km 6-7 hrs For booking click on the price -
Armenia in a weekTravel Agency “Land of Noah” has developed a special 7-day tour package to make your visit to Armenia unforgettable. Day 1 Transfer from the airport to the hotel Day 2 Garni, Geghard, Lavash baking procedure Transfer for the dinner Day 3 Dilijan (old town), active leisure in Yenokavan Yell-Extreme Park Transfer for the dinner Day 4 Khor Virap, Areni, Noravank, Goris (overnight) Day 5 Tatev (ropeway) Karahunj (Zorats Karer) Day 6 Echmiadzin (st. Cathedral), Zvartnots, Ararat Brandy, Gum Market Transfer for the dinner Day 7 Transfer to the airport For booking click on the price -
Private tour to Garni, Geghard, Lake SevanDuring this trip will visit the pagan temple Garni - the only monument connecting with the era of paganism and Hellenism, dedicated to the sun god Mithra. Was built in the 1st century AD. On the way you can admire the breathtaking view of Ararat mountain by visiting the Arch of Charents. 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. The last stop will be one of the most prominent examples of medieval Armenian architecture – Sevanavank Monastery. It was founded in 874 AD by princess Mariam. The church buildings were constructed from black tuff, which probably gave the monastery its name Sevanavank - “the Black Monastery”. Duration: 6-7 hrs For booking click on the price -
Yerevan airport transfer"Land of Noah" tour agency organizes transfers from airport to Yerevan city center and vice versa. Our friendly drivers will make sure to accompany you to your doorstep with a smile. For booking click on the price -
Private tour to Echmiadzin, Zvartnots, Khor Virap, Garni, GeghardThe 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. From here we will continue to the magnificent Zvartnots Temple constructed in the 7th century. These temples are listed on the UNESCO World’s Cultural Heritage Sites. Our next stop will be the pagan temple Garni, built in the 1st century AD by the armenian king Trdat. The temple Garni is the only monument connecting with the era of paganism and Hellenism, dedicated to the sun god Mithra. Not far from the temple is situated the Monastery Geghard, which was built in the 4th century by The First Armenian Catholicos - Gregory the Illuminator. 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. Our last destination is Khor Virap monastery, from where a spectacular view opens on the mountain Ararat. In fact, the name Khor Virap means “deep pit”, named after the prison where St. Gregory the Illuminator was imprisoned for 13 years. You can still climb down the pit using a narrow ladder in order to experience its atmosphere. Duration: 9-10 hrs For booking click on the price -
Private tour to Garni, GeghardThe first stop of our trip will be the Arch of Charents from where a breathtaking view opens to Ararat, probably the most stunning view of the mountain. From this place it seems that Ararat is not on the ground, but is “hanging down” from the sky. The Arch was named in honour of Armenian poet Yeghishe Charents. From here, we will continue our tour to the pagan temple Garni, built in the 1st century AD by the armenian king Trdat. The temple Garni is the only monument 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. Duration: 4-5 hrs For booking click on the price
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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 -
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 -
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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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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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 -
