Group Tour: Khor Virap, Noravank, Tatev monasteries (wayback on Ropeway) Discount Tickets

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Overview

This 14-15-hour tour visits Khor Virap monastery with its magnificent view to Bibical mount Ararat. Next stop is at the monastery complex Noravank, unique in its construction as the Church of Holy Mother of God is the only two-storied monastery in Armenia. Next is Tatev monastery, a spiritual center that had outstanding scientific and political significance. The monastery is surrounded by beautiful nature. On the way back from Tatev you will take the world’s longest Cablecar without stops “Tatever”.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

on the left hand, little bit down from Nalbandyan and Tumanyan corner

Redemption Instructions

• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Choose the clothes depending on weather conditions • Approach the office 30 min before starting time • Seats are not fixed in advance • Take with you cash Drams: it is not always possible to pay for lunch in the restaurant by Credit Card

Language Offered

Russian-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. starting and returning point
Duration: 15 mins
2. Khor Virap is the most famous pilgrimage site in Armenia, as it is directly connected with the adoption of Christianity. As a state religion, Christianity in Armenia was adopted in 301 due to endeavors of Saint Gregory The Illuminator, who, before converting King Trdat The 3rd to Christianity, was imprisoned in the dungeon, over which a church of Khor Virap monastery was built in the 17th century. From the monastery one can admire the stunning view of the Biblical Mount Ararat.
Duration: 50 mins
3. Passing a narrow road, surrounded by rocks of hundred caves, one discovers a scene of harmony of architecture with nature. The monastery, enshrined with fine architectural solutions and luxurious embellishments, is one of the brightest examples of Armenian architecture of the 13th century. Noravank consists of St. Karapet, St. Gregory The Illuminator churches and St. Astvatsatsin (Holy Mother of God) two-storey church, which is notable for its ideal constructive and sculptural work.
Duration: 50 mins
4. Church bells were ringing loud in Tatev on October 16 of 2010, heralding the launch of a program to revive a medieval monastic complex and the opening of "Wings of Tatev" Ropeway. The 5.7 km ropeway, built within 11 months, passes through a deep gorge of the River Vorotan and over hills, covered with lush forests. The tramway is supported by three towers between its two terminals. One terminal is on a hill, overlooking the village of Halidzor and the other is near Tatev Monastery, on the road to Tatev village. Two cabins operate at once, traveling in opposite directions. There are 6 cables altogether (3 for each cabin), each uniquely foreseen for the specifications of this project. Within about 11 minutes a tramway cabin takes passengers, 30 at a time, from the village of Halidzor to the magnificent complex of Tatev.
Duration: 15 mins
5. Among the architectural pillars of Zangezour, the monastery of Tatev does not have its "rivals". It used to be the wealthiest medieval monastery in Armenia. Besides being a religious center, Tatev was also the important strategical center of Syunik kingdom. Being situated on a naturally defended place, Tatev monastery has always been an impregnable fortress for alien. In non-stable political conditions several secret ways in the territory of the fortress led to the canyon and served as a link between the monastery and the external world.
Duration: 70 mins

Inclusion

Air-conditioned vehicles

Vehicle & passengers insurance

Professional guide: ENG + RUS consecutively

WiFi in the vehicles

Admission tickets including Tatev ropeway ticket

Bottled water & pastries

Exclusion

Lunch price (3900 - 4900AMD = 10-13 USD)

Hotel pick-up & drop-off

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

The duration is approximate

Seats will not be known in advance

Supplied by Hyur Service

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