From Yerevan: Khor Virap, Noravank & Areni Wine Masterclass

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ID: GYG1273403-1948315
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Country: Armenia

Duration: 10:00 hours


Description

Discover Armenia through stories, wine, and stunning landscapes. This tour combines iconic monasteries with a unique wine storytelling masterclass, creating an immersive cultural experience.
Step beyond a typical sightseeing tour and experience Armenia through its stories, landscapes, and ancient wine traditions.

Your journey begins with a scenic drive across the Ararat Plain, offering breathtaking views of Mount Ararat. At Khor Virap Monastery, discover one of Armenia’s most sacred sites while hearing powerful stories that shaped the country’s identity.

Continue to the famous Areni-1 Cave, known as the world’s oldest winery, where history comes alive through storytelling and archaeological discoveries.

A highlight of the tour is your visit to Hin Areni Wine Factory, where you will take part in a wine storytelling masterclass. This interactive experience introduces you to over 6,000 years of Armenian winemaking traditions, the cultural meaning of wine, and its deep connection with monasteries and local life — all accompanied by a guided wine tasting.

The journey continues to Noravank Monastery, a 13th-century architectural masterpiece surrounded by dramatic red cliffs. Here, stories, history, and nature come together to create one of the most unforgettable moments of the tour.

This experience is designed to go beyond simple sightseeing — combining culture, history, and storytelling into a meaningful and memorable journey.

Highlights

  • Wine storytelling masterclass with guided tasting at Hin Areni
  • Visit Khor Virap with stunning views of Mount Ararat
  • Explore Noravank Monastery surrounded by red cliffs
  • Discover Areni-1 Cave, the world’s oldest known winery
  • Interactive storytelling about Armenian history and culture

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
INCLUDED
  • Professional English / Russian-speaking driver-guide
  • Comfortable air-conditioned transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Entrance fees to all sites
  • Wine tasting at Hin Areni Wine Factory
  • Wi-Fi on board
NOT INCLUDED
  • Lunch
  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, extra food/drinks)
  • Tips

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.