Explore Armenia’s UNESCO gems: Echmiadzin’s cathedrals and Zvartnots Temple. Discover architectural wonders and spiritual heritage on a 5-hour Yerevan tour.
Explore Armenia’s UNESCO gems: Echmiadzin’s cathedrals and Zvartnots Temple. Discover architectural wonders and spiritual heritage on a 5-hour Yerevan tour.
- Republic Square - Starting and ending location
- Saint Hripsime Church - A UNESCO World Heritage Site, showcasing the traditional Armenian cruciform (cross-shaped) architecture with a dome and robust stone walls.
- Saint Gayane Church - Exhibits a rectangular basilica style with a dome, sturdy stone walls, and intricately carved arches….
- Republic Square - Starting and ending location
- Saint Hripsime Church - A UNESCO World Heritage Site, showcasing the traditional Armenian cruciform (cross-shaped) architecture with a dome and robust stone walls.
- Saint Gayane Church - Exhibits a rectangular basilica style with a dome, sturdy stone walls, and intricately carved arches. Saint Gayane was among the Christian virgins who escaped the Roman Empire with Saint Hripsime.
- Echmiadzin Monastery - Echmiadzin Cathedral serves as the mother church of the Armenian Apostolic Church and ranks among the oldest cathedrals globally. Situated in Vagharshapat, it is Armenia’s spiritual hub and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Constructed between 301–303 AD by Saint Gregory the Illuminator, following Armenia’s adoption of Christianity as the state religion.
- Zvartnots Temple - A UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrated for its distinctive architecture and historical significance, alongside Echmiadzin Cathedral, Saint Hripsime, and Saint Gayane Churches. Unlike conventional Armenian churches, Zvartnots featured a circular, three-tiered design, influenced by Byzantine and Armenian styles.
- Local guide
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- Local guide
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Lunch
Embark on a journey to uncover Armenia’s spiritual and architectural legacy with this captivating tour. Start at Echmiadzin, the spiritual center of Armenia, which houses the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, one of the oldest Christian cathedrals in the world. Discover the breathtaking Saint Hripsime and Saint Gayane Churches, both recognized as UNESCO…
Embark on a journey to uncover Armenia’s spiritual and architectural legacy with this captivating tour. Start at Echmiadzin, the spiritual center of Armenia, which houses the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, one of the oldest Christian cathedrals in the world. Discover the breathtaking Saint Hripsime and Saint Gayane Churches, both recognized as UNESCO World Heritage sites, celebrated for their exquisite Armenian architecture and historical importance.
Proceed to the magnificent Zvartnots Temple, a remarkable 7th-century cathedral now in ruins, providing a window into Armenia’s ancient history with its detailed stonework and sweeping views of Mount Ararat.
This tour is perfect for history buffs, culture aficionados, and anyone eager to delve into Armenia’s profound Christian heritage and architectural marvels.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
