Group tour: Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery and Master Class
Overview
Get acquainted with the exotic pagan history of Armenia and in contradiction with that learn about the later development and spread of Christianity in the country with our group tour, which starts from Yerevan.
Discover the pagan temple of Garni, which stands on a high plateau overlooking an incredibly beautiful scene. Continue your discoveries with the astonishing monastic complex of Geghard with its architectural solution churches drilled into the solid rock.
Traditional bread Lavash baking and tasting makes the tour more lively and interactive. Bake and taste that unique flatbread and become a participant of a small traditional ceremony of the local people.
Discover the pagan temple of Garni, which stands on a high plateau overlooking an incredibly beautiful scene. Continue your discoveries with the astonishing monastic complex of Geghard with its architectural solution churches drilled into the solid rock.
Traditional bread Lavash baking and tasting makes the tour more lively and interactive. Bake and taste that unique flatbread and become a participant of a small traditional ceremony of the local people.
Inclusions
- Pick up from hotels located in the city center (per request)
- New and comfortable vehicles with WIFI on board
- A professional and knowledgeable friendly guide
- Refreshments during the tour (bottle of water, local sweet "Gatta")
- Entrance Fee
- Entry/Admission - Garni Temple
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Charent's Arch, Garni Armenia
The first stop is near the Arch of Charents, which is named in honor of Armenian poet Eghishe Charents, who wrote the best poem, dedicated to Armenia, full of true love and pride. From this place opens a breathtaking view to Ararat, probably the most stunning view of the Biblical mountain.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery Road H3, Garni Armenia
The next stop is Garni Temple (77 A.D.) –it is the only standing heathen temple in the whole post-Soviet area. The temple gracefully stands on a high plateau overlooking the Azat river gorge. The surrounding area itself is incredibly beautiful. The greek-roman bath house with the mosaic, made out of 30, 000 pieces of natural stones, as well as the ruins of the royal palace, will take you to 3rd century A.D.
Not far from the temple of Garni (about 10 minutes’ walk), there is a cozy local restaurant with an amazing view of the temple, where you can relax and take part in master-class of tasting of freshly baked lavash – traditional Armenian flatbread.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: The Monastery of Geghard, Near Goght Village, Geghard Armenia
The Monastery complex of Geghard is another historical site included to this tour. St. Geghard symbolizes the lance with which the Roman centurion pierced Jesus after crusifixion. Later the lance had been brought to Armenia and kept in Geghard Monastery for 5 centuries. The complex presents Armenia of 13th century, which is considered to be the Golden Age of the country’s architecture. However, the most astonishing part of this complex is its architectural solution churches drilled into the solid rock that were constructed in accordance to the rules of Armenian architecture. Geghard Monastery is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Duration: 45 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Charent's Arch, Garni Armenia
The first stop is near the Arch of Charents, which is named in honor of Armenian poet Eghishe Charents, who wrote the best poem, dedicated to Armenia, full of true love and pride. From this place opens a breathtaking view to Ararat, probably the most stunning view of the Biblical mountain.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery Road H3, Garni Armenia
The next stop is Garni Temple (77 A.D.) –it is the only standing heathen temple in the whole post-Soviet area. The temple gracefully stands on a high plateau overlooking the Azat river gorge. The surrounding area itself is incredibly beautiful. The greek-roman bath house with the mosaic, made out of 30, 000 pieces of natural stones, as well as the ruins of the royal palace, will take you to 3rd century A.D.
Not far from the temple of Garni (about 10 minutes’ walk), there is a cozy local restaurant with an amazing view of the temple, where you can relax and take part in master-class of tasting of freshly baked lavash – traditional Armenian flatbread.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: The Monastery of Geghard, Near Goght Village, Geghard Armenia
The Monastery complex of Geghard is another historical site included to this tour. St. Geghard symbolizes the lance with which the Roman centurion pierced Jesus after crusifixion. Later the lance had been brought to Armenia and kept in Geghard Monastery for 5 centuries. The complex presents Armenia of 13th century, which is considered to be the Golden Age of the country’s architecture. However, the most astonishing part of this complex is its architectural solution churches drilled into the solid rock that were constructed in accordance to the rules of Armenian architecture. Geghard Monastery is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Duration: 45 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Getaway47030157420
March 2022
The organization of the tour and the guide was really amazing. The tour guide gave so much information about the places and history of the country. The places we visited was also amazing and had great scenery. Lavash baking and lunch was pretty amazing, and for me as a vegetarian the fact that th...
The organization of the tour and the guide was really amazing. The tour guide gave so much information about the places and history of the country. The places we visited was also amazing and had great scenery. Lavash baking and lunch was pretty amazing, and for me as a vegetarian the fact that they prepared a separate delicious dish was just superb.nadineboshoff
January 2022
The Garni and Geghard tour offers a peek into the spiritual past and development of Armenia. Both the monastery and the UNESCO heritage site are must see locations in Armenia. Our driver and guide were a delightful pair who took the time to answer all our questions. Their bubbly personalities mad...
The Garni and Geghard tour offers a peek into the spiritual past and development of Armenia. Both the monastery and the UNESCO heritage site are must see locations in Armenia. Our driver and guide were a delightful pair who took the time to answer all our questions. Their bubbly personalities made for a warm tour that ended with a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. They also gave us enough time to explore and take photos at each site.Go176482
January 2022
Excellent tour and guide well originated. vehicle is neat and clean. we enjoyed with family with kids. we took 4 days
Excellent tour and guide well originated. vehicle is neat and clean. we enjoyed with family with kids. we took 4 days872alfonsog
June 2021
The tour guide did a very good job giving information about the places we visited, and the package and timing all went according to plan. I would definitely recommend! great job
The tour guide did a very good job giving information about the places we visited, and the package and timing all went according to plan. I would definitely recommend! great jobceciliapT1016BJ
March 2020
The organizers were very responsive. During the tour I received all information needed. The guide was very nice taking time to explain other aspects of the Armenian history, which was great.
The organizers were very responsive. During the tour I received all information needed. The guide was very nice taking time to explain other aspects of the Armenian history, which was great.ASGlobetrotterAS
February 2020
We took this trip on a Sunday during our stay in Yerevan. Booking was easy (we did everything online), and communication by email with Alisa and Elen was flawless. We were picked up at our hotel, and then started our tour. Our group was small (7 people). The minivan was comfortable and warm (the...
We took this trip on a Sunday during our stay in Yerevan. Booking was easy (we did everything online), and communication by email with Alisa and Elen was flawless. We were picked up at our hotel, and then started our tour. Our group was small (7 people). The minivan was comfortable and warm (the were -15 degrees outside!), it was equipped with winter tyres (which was a must, due to the heavy snow and to the frozen roads) and wifi was provided on board throughout the whole trip. Our guide Hovhannes was kind and prepared, and his explanations were clear and interesting. He even sang a hymn for us, to show us the magical acoustics inside a monastery. The lunch was abundant and was served in a cosy room with a fireplace in a nice restaurant overlooking Lake Sevan. Options for vegetarians were provided. I would definitely recommend Yerani Travel to anyone who is planning a visit in Armenia!