Early in the morning we will get started from Yerevan with bicycles. During our one day cycling tour to Khor Virap we will pass through Ararat valley. Most Armenians boast their ancestry from this part of the Armenian Highland, and it continues to be the most inhabited part of the Armenian Highland by Armenians. The symbol of Armenia, Mount Ararat, will accompany us during our tour. And from the territory of Khor virap monastery you will enjoy the most magnificent view of Mount Ararat. This monastery is famous not only for its spectacular views of Mount Ararat, but also for its historical significance. This was where the patron saint of Armenia, St. Gregory the Illuminator, was thrown into a pit and imprisoned for 13 years by the king Tiridates III.
Khor Virap literally means a “deep pit”. You will have the opportunity to descend the pit and feel what sufferings Gregory experienced centuries ago. You will also learn why this place was considered sacred and why the Church was later built on that place.
The whole trail is a lowland and there aren’t many ups and downs. So there is no significant change in relative altitude.
Details of the trip
Location: Ararat province
Distance from Yerevan: 45 km
Length of the routh: 90 km
Difficulty level: moderate
The price includes:
- The service of the instructor
- Rent of the bikes & equipment
- Escorting vehicle
Gear list:
- backpack
- warm clothes
- personal first aid kit
- raincoat
- cap or bandana
- sunglasses
- forehead flashlight
- sun cream
For booking as well as for all questions, please contact us.
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