Private Day Trip to UNESCO Heritage: Etchmiadzin & Zvartnots
ID: GYG688307-1130428
Category:
Country: Armenia
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Enjoy private day trip to one of the most beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Cathedral of Etchmiadzin and the Archaeological Site of Zvartnots & Hripsime church.
Get ready in order to explore:
Etchmiadzin Cathedral - the religious center for all the Armenian. Armenia was the first country in the world to adopt Christianity as a state religion in 301. The cathedral was listed as a World Heritage Site by Unesco in 2000.
Hripsime Church, listed as a World Heritage Site by Unesco, was built by the order of the Catholicos Komitas in 618. The legend of Hripsime dates from the early days of Christianity. Hripsimeh fled to Armenia to escape persecution by the Roman Emperor Diocletian. A beautiful but totally devoted follower of Christ, Hripsime refused to marry the pagan Armenian King Trdat III and chose the death of a martyr. A small chapel was erected over the spot where she was murdered. In the 7th century a wondrous church — a masterpiece of Armenian architecture — was built in its place by order of Catholicos Komitas.
Also, you will visit Zvartnots Cathedral, one of the medieval Armenian cathedrals built in the seventh century. The ruins of Zvartnots Temple are designated by Unesco as World Heritage Site.
Enjoy your stay in our country.
Highlights
- Discover Armenia's UNESCO-listed monuments & architectural wonders
- Visit Holy Etchmiadzin, the “capital ” of Armenian Apostolic Church
- Explore the ruins of Zvartnots Temple
- Discover one of the improved samples of early medieval Armenian buildings
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This is a private tour organized for you, your family and friends
INCLUDED
- Transfer (hotel pick up and drop off)
- Comfortable transportation according to the program
- AC and Wi-Fi on board
- Professional and English speaking driver
- One bottle of water per person
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour
NOT INCLUDED
- Entrance – Zvartnots: 1500 AMD (3,5€)
- Optional: Professional & knowledgeable guide with additional fee: 70€
- Optional: Traditional lunch with additional fee: 15€per person
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.
