Discover Armenia Hagpati Sanahin, Akhtala, local dinner.
ID: GYG1025649-1584042
Category:
Country: Armenia
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Hagpat and Sanahin on a one-day excursion. Visit the ancient monastery of Akhtala and enjoy visiting the most important sights of Armenia in one day.
Discover the historical sights of Armenia on a guided tour. Get to know the local culture and religion at three monasteries, visit Hagpat and Sanahin, and the ancient monastery of Akhtala, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Learn about the legend of the Hagpat and Sanahin monasteries, which were built by a father-son stonemason, with Sanahin being built earlier by his father. The name says it all: Sanahin literally means "he is older than the others."
Get acquainted with traditional Armenian cuisine and visit the historical sites of Somzeti in one day. Visit the Soviet-era military arsenal and museum, where you will be hosted by a traditional Armenian family.
Highlights
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Hagpat and Sanahin.
- Discover the ancient monastery of Akhtala and its stunning frescoes.
- Learn about the history and culture of Armenia from your guide.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Hagpat and Sanahin monasteries are a 40-minute drive from each other
Sanahin monastery was built earlier than Hagpat
The tour includes a visit to a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Next to the King Gorgasali Hotel.
INCLUDED
- Visit to three monasteries: Hagpat, Sanahin, and Akhtala
- Traditional Armenian cuisine experience
- Visit to the historical sites of Somzeti
- Visit to a Soviet-era military arsenal and museum
- Hosted by a traditional Armenian family.
- Comfortable car service.
- Experienced guide service
NOT INCLUDED
- Visa service.
- Please check carefully whether your passport allows you to cross the border of the Republic of Armenia. On the website of the Embassy of Armenia,
- Family kitchen. Ten dollars optional.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
