Overview
Armenia is an ancient, diverse and amazingly beautiful country. We tried to combine its most interesting places into one route. You will see the ancient monastery of Noravank, appreciate the Shaki waterfall and ride over a mountain river on a cable car. Also visit the cave city of Old Khndzoresk, which tourists rarely get to, and many other sightseeing places.
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
- Brunch
- Wings of Tatev cable car (if travelers want we can skip it)
- Areni-1 Cave (if travelers want we can skip it)
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
An ancient monastery complex, picturesquely located against the backdrop of steep red cliffs. You will admire the Martian landscapes, visit the Church of the Holy Mother of God and see the tomb of the Orbelian princes.
Stop 2
Areni-1 Cave - we will tell you when it was discovered and what valuable artifacts of the ancient civilization were found in it.
Stop 3
You will enjoy the local fantastic nature and hear the legend about the girl Shaki who escaped from captivity. p.s. please be informed that the waterfall is not woрking during winter
Stop 4
The longest passenger cable car of the pendulum type in the world. It passes over the gorge of the turbulent mountain river Vorotan and connects the village of Halidzor and Tatev Monastery. If you wish, you can ride it and look at Armenia from a height of 300 meters.
Stop 5
A historical monument of the 9th century, one of the oldest and most famous monastery complexes in Armenia, a pearl of Armenian architecture.
Stop 6
160 meters long and 1.5 meters wide. It is worth looking down - the height takes your breath away! We will stop halfway and enjoy the picturesque gorge.
Stop 7
We will walk around the ancient rock settlement, where 15 thousand people once lived. We will look at both natural and man-made gorges and caves.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels