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Garni-Geghard pagan & Christian Private Tour
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Garni
About
The most magnificent and amazing temple in Armenia that is more than 2000 years old, very well preserved and restored, still calls you to come and worship the SUN and the glory of the ancient times.
During the tour we offer to enjoy the real master-class of "Lavash" baking and taste the home-made jams and dried fruits.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Driver/guide
Local taxes
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Accommodation
Any meals
Tickets
Important Information
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Wheelchair accessible
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The most magnificent and amazing temple in Armenia that is more than 2000 years old, very well preserved and restored, still calls you to come and worship the SUN and the glory of the ancient times.
During the tour we offer to enjoy the real master-class of "Lavash" baking and taste the home-made jams and dried fruits.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Driver/guide
Local taxes
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Accommodation
Any meals
Tickets
Itinerary
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Garni Temple
The true and unique masterpiece of Hellenistic architecture in Armenia is the pagan temple of the Sun, Garni. It is one of the most ancient landmarks in Armenia which has survived since pagan period. A disastrous 1679 earthquake destroyed the temple. It was reconstructed in 20th century.
1 hour
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The Monastery of Geghard
The monastery complex Geghard or Gegardavanq (means a spear in Armenian) is an outstanding medieval architecture that reached us remarkably well- preserved. The beautiful landscape of Geghard is framed with towering cliffs. Decorative art cut into rocks reflects and explains Medieval Ages development throughout the region. The complex was introduced to the history in the 4th century as a sacred spring inside a cave.
1 hour
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Garni Gorge
Garni Gorge & the Symphony of Stones: Nature’s Masterpiece
Explore the breathtaking Garni Gorge, a natural wonder just outside Yerevan. Carved by the Azat River, this stunning canyon is best known for its remarkable basalt rock formations — famously called the Symphony of Stones.
These towering, hexagonal columns look like a giant, frozen pipe organ, stretching down the cliffside. It's a mesmerizing sight that feels both otherworldly and majestic — a must-see for nature lovers and photographers alike!
Pair your visit with the nearby Garni Temple, the only remaining Greco-Roman colonnaded temple in the region, for a perfect blend of nature, history, and adventure.
Get ready to walk through a geological symphony that tells a story millions of years old!