Garni, Geghard and Khor Virap private tour

Join a private tour to Khor Virap Monastery, Garni Temple, the Symphony of Stones, Geghard Monastery, and the Arch of Charents—an unforgettable journey through Armenia’s heritage, history, and landscapes.Begin at the Khor Virap Monastery, offering the most remarkable views of the Biblical Mt. Ararat. Known as the site where Christianity took root in Armenia, it was here that Saint Gregory the Illuminator was once imprisoned. This religious landmark holds immense significance and offers a striking vista of its surroundings.Next on your journey is the Pagan Temple of Garni, a Hellenistic edifice and the sole pagan temple still standing in the Caucasus Region. Hailing from the first century AD, it was originally constructed as a sun god, Mihr (Mithra) temple. It boasts a well-preserved Roman bathhouse within its territory, serving as an ode to ancient architecture. Further ahead lies the Symphony of Stones, a natural wonder created over millennia by volcanic activity and erosion. This geological phenomenon is indeed one of the world's most distinctive natural spectacles.Lastly, you will encounter Geghard Monastery or Ayrivank, an intricate fusion of masterful architecture carved inside a rock and the Armenian Renaissance of the 4th to 10th centuries. Complementarily, the Upper Azat Valley with this monastery forms part of the UNESCO World Heritage sites. Finally, the Arch of Charents provides an impressive monument-viewpoint of the Biblical Mt.Ararat to culminate your visit.