From Yerevan: Mount Ararat Monasteries and Winery Tour See Monasteries and Oldest Winery in the World
ID: GYG404623-734518
Category:
Country: Armenia
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Journey from Yerevan to the closest point in Armenia to mount Ararat to see the the stunning architecture at Khor Virap and Noravank monasteries. Visit the oldest winery in the world and try some Areni wine.
Explore southern Armenia's history and architecture in this tour from Yerevan. See the splendor of the Khor Virap and Noravank monasteries, and taste a glass of Areni in the village of winemakers
View the magnificent Khor Virap Monastery with a spectacular view of mount Ararat. Stop and appreciate the history and beauty of this important spiritual site.
Travel to the Ararat Plain in the agricultural heartland of Armenia with fantastic scenery of fruit orchards and endless vineyards, until you reach Noravank. Let your spirit be lifted by this architectural gem nestled in brick-red cliffs above a deep gorge.
Finally, drive to Areni, the village of winemakers. Tour the cave complex Areni-1 to see the oldest winery in the world. Then, go to one of the best local wineries to have a glass of deep, full-bodied Areni wine.
Highlights
- Marvel at the beauty of the snow-capped Mount Ararat
- Taste some of the most refined wines in the world in Areni village
- Visit the oldest winery in the world
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Lunch is an extra 12 USD per person
Please mention your hotel name in Yerevan from where the guide will pick you up.
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 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 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.
