St. Hripsime, St. Gayane, Etchmiadzin Cathedral and Museum, Zvartnots, Yerevan City Tour

Etchmiadzin Cathedral
🕑 6-7 hours 🚗 90 km return
Etchmiadzin Cathedral
֏34,700
2 · Comfort Sedan
Comfort Sedan Comfort Sedan
What is included

If you choose to pre-book your lunch, you will not waste time during the tour and will enjoy a complete traditional meal at one of our hand-picked local restaurants, which will include: One main dish (choice of one): Armenian BBQ (khorovats) — chicken or pork with roasted potatoes; kebab with potatoes; tolma — grape leaves stuffed with spiced beef and herbs; or freshly prepared fish with rice. Two fresh salads: Caesar, Greek, tabbouleh, Olivier, fresh cabbage or others. Traditional sides: assorted Armenian cheeses, platters of fresh seasonal greens, bread and traditional lavash. Drinks and dessert: tea or traditional Eastern coffee, still and sparkling water, seasonal fruit or a local dessert. Please: if you have any food preferences or allergies, write them in the "Food restrictions" field when you place your order. Otherwise we will choose the restaurant's most popular signature dish. Halal is available on request at every restaurant we use — ask for it in the same field and the pork options are replaced.

Total ֏0
The oldest churches in the country in the morning, the capital in the afternoon, ninety kilometres in all. The route begins in Etchmiadzin, where you will visit St. Hripsime Church and St. Gayane Church, built in memory of the Christian martyrs who, according to tradition, escaped from Rome under the guidance of their abbess Gayane. The key stop is Etchmiadzin Mother Cathedral, the main cathedral of the Armenian Apostolic Church and the first Christian cathedral in the world. Nearby, you will also visit the Treasures of Etchmiadzin Museum, followed by Zvartnots Temple, a 7th-century monument once considered one of the tallest structures of its time. The tour then continues in Yerevan, where you will hear interesting stories from the thousand-year history of the capital and see its main architectural landmarks, such as the Opera House, Cascade Complex, National Assembly Building and Republic Square. The route also passes through central streets and avenues, including Abovyan str., Mashtots ave., Baghramyan ave. and Northern ave. Both halves involve a fair amount of walking, so shoes matter more than usual.

Itinerary

1

St. Hripsime Church

20-30 min
2

St. Gayane Church

20-30 min
3

Etchmiadzin Mother Cathedral

50-60 min
4

Treasures of Etchmiadzin Museum

20-30 min
Booking conditions

The Prices of Private Tours are presented taking into account that the Tours start from and end in Yerevan. In case of starting the Tour from and/or ending it in a different place, there may be recalculation and change in Price.

During Private Tours there can be additional stops and site visits only in case of real possibility. Should there be significant detours, and should the Tour take longer than the scheduled time, the Company performs recalculation, which may result in the necessity of additional charge.

During Private Tours it is advisable to wear comfortable shoes, preferably closed.

Regardless of the destination, it is preferable to take warm clothes as well, since the climate in the sites may differ from the climate in Yerevan.

When visiting churches, men and women are advised not to wear open clothes. For women, a scarf is desirable.

During certain Private Tours, depending on the destination and location, the transportation means may be unable to reach the destination, and the participants may need to walk some distance and/or climb some stairs. If the participants have difficulties walking or overcoming stairs, then they should verify in advance if destinations include such sites.

The Company is not responsible for any of Your items left, lost, damaged or destructed in the vehicles and in the sites during Private Tours.

Cancellation & modification

We confirm every booking by e-mail before anything is charged. Nothing is taken from you when you send this request — you will hear from us with the confirmed price and how to pay.

refund policy

Inclusions

  • Professional drivers
  • Air-conditioned vehicles
  • Bottled water
  • Free pick-up & drop-off within Yerevan
  • Vehicle & passengers insurance
  • Extra stops on the route upon request

Exclusions

  • Significant deviations from the route
  • Alcoholic beverages if lunch option selected
  • Audio guides
  • Wi-Fi in the vehicles

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