One-Day Tour to Jermuk

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2 years ago

The one-day tour to Jermuk is an unforgettable trip during which you will certainly enjoy your time in this beautiful city, in a unique atmosphere of peacefulness and relaxation. Besides Jermuk, we will also see the centuries-old monasteries of Khor Virap and Noravank to enjoy breathtaking landscapes and see old Armenian cross-stones.

One of the highlights of this tour will be the visit to the picturesque village of Areni, where you will taste local Armenian wines. What is most important, you will feel a deep connection with a great Christian heritage and will move to the distant past to feel spiritual harmony. Do not miss the opportunity to join us on this exciting trip.

Khor Virap, the Symbol of Armenia

From Yerevan we will drive to the centuries-old monastery of Khor Virap, the place where Gregory the Enlightener was imprisoned for a long time. Here we will find ourselves at the foot of Mount Ararat and will enjoy the incredible beauty and majesty of its peaks, so close and so far away at the same time. This scenery and the old monastery, which is associated with interesting legends and stands out for its impressive architectural features, will leave a lasting impression on you.

Khor Virap

Every stone and architectural element in Khor Virap speaks of its centuries-old history. During the tour, you will reveal the important role that this monastery played in the history of Armenia, and particularly, in the country’s conversion to Christianity.

Noravank Monastery

Our next destination is Noravank, one of the pearls of Armenian architecture located in the bosom of the colourful rocks of the Gnishik Gorge. We will have a fascinating journey through time which will enable us to feel the spirit of the Middle Ages, admiring the magnificence of the religious buildings. Many of the princes Orbelian are buried in the gavit (entrance hall) of the main monastic church which is dedicated to St. Stephen the Proto-Deacon. The entrance to the gavit is decorated with a rare relief representing God the Father.

Noravank Monastery

Jermuk

Enjoying breathtaking scenery and sites, we will gradually reach Jermuk, once one of the best resorts in the Soviet Union. Here, besides enjoying your time at the beautiful waterfall of the river Arpa, you can also taste mineral water of varying temperature which is rich in elements.

The last destination of this enjoyable tour will be the village of Areni, which is famous for centuries-old winemaking traditions. Enjoying an atmosphere of old cultural heritage, we will taste the best wines in the region and will reveal a lot of interesting facts about viniculture and winemaking in Armenia.