Guided Tour of Khor Virap, Noravank Monastery, Areni Wine Factory, and Jermuk
by ONE WAY TOUR
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The tour begins with a visit to Khor Virap, where travelers spend about an hour seeing the historic prison site where Grigor was held for 13 years before Christianity became Armenia's state religion in 301. This stop also offers clear views of Mount Ararat. Next, the group travels to Noravank Monastery for about an hour to explore the 9th-century site known for its medieval Armenian architecture set against red mountains. After Noravank, the tour moves to Jermuk, a spa town famous for its hot springs and a waterfall called "Mermaid's Braids." Visitors spend around two hours here, including time to see the 68-70 meter high waterfall linked to a local legend about a princess turned to stone. Finally, the tour ends with a one-hour visit to the Areni Wine Factory in the village of Areni. Guests can taste several Armenian wines, including those made from Areni grapes, and tour the wine cellar and the café on the upper level. This guided day trip from Yerevan lasts about 11 to 12 hours and includes air-conditioned transportation and a professional guide. Entrance fees and snacks are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Khor Virap
Spend about one hour at Khor Virap, the site of an ancient prison where Grigor was held for 13 years before Christianity was declared Armenia's state religion in 301. The location offers clear views of Mount Ararat, showing the full structure of the mountain nearby.
60 min
Noravank Monastery
Visit Noravank Monastery for about one hour. Founded in the 9th century and expanded in the 13th and 14th centuries, the monastery is built from stones matching the surrounding red mountains, creating a harmonious setting with its unique medieval Armenian architecture.
60 min
Jermuk
Spend around two hours in Jermuk, a spa town known for hot springs and a waterfall called "Mermaid's Braids." The 68 to 70 meter high waterfall is linked to a legend about a cursed princess who turned to stone, with her hair flowing as the water of the falls.
120 min
Areni Wine Factory
End the tour with a one-hour visit to the Areni Wine Factory in the village of Areni. Visitors can taste various Armenian wines, including those made from Areni grapes, tour the wine cellar, and relax in the café located on the upper floor.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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Guided Tour of Khor Virap, Noravank Monastery, Areni Wine Factory, and Jermuk
by ONE WAY TOUR
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$80Overview
The tour begins with a visit to Khor Virap, where travelers spend about an hour seeing the historic prison site where Grigor was held for 13 years before Christianity became Armenia's state religion in 301. This stop also offers clear views of Mount Ararat. Next, the group travels to Noravank Monastery for about an hour to explore the 9th-century site known for its medieval Armenian architecture set against red mountains. After Noravank, the tour moves to Jermuk, a spa town famous for its hot springs and a waterfall called "Mermaid's Braids." Visitors spend around two hours here, including time to see the 68-70 meter high waterfall linked to a local legend about a princess turned to stone. Finally, the tour ends with a one-hour visit to the Areni Wine Factory in the village of Areni. Guests can taste several Armenian wines, including those made from Areni grapes, and tour the wine cellar and the café on the upper level. This guided day trip from Yerevan lasts about 11 to 12 hours and includes air-conditioned transportation and a professional guide. Entrance fees and snacks are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Khor Virap
Spend about one hour at Khor Virap, the site of an ancient prison where Grigor was held for 13 years before Christianity was declared Armenia's state religion in 301. The location offers clear views of Mount Ararat, showing the full structure of the mountain nearby.
60 min
Noravank Monastery
Visit Noravank Monastery for about one hour. Founded in the 9th century and expanded in the 13th and 14th centuries, the monastery is built from stones matching the surrounding red mountains, creating a harmonious setting with its unique medieval Armenian architecture.
60 min
Jermuk
Spend around two hours in Jermuk, a spa town known for hot springs and a waterfall called "Mermaid's Braids." The 68 to 70 meter high waterfall is linked to a legend about a cursed princess who turned to stone, with her hair flowing as the water of the falls.
120 min
Areni Wine Factory
End the tour with a one-hour visit to the Areni Wine Factory in the village of Areni. Visitors can taste various Armenian wines, including those made from Areni grapes, tour the wine cellar, and relax in the café located on the upper floor.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.