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Private Tour to Echmiadzin and Zvartnots Temple
(11) Reviews
Vagharshapat
About
Whilst travelling to Armenia, you may just be interested in seeing the world’s first Christian Cathedral church. Echmiadzin is considered to be the spiritual center of all Armenians all over the world! The word itself means a place where “the only begotten son of the God descended”.
Highlights
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water
Hotel Pick up and Drop off
Guide Services (Upon Request)
Lunch (upon request)
Entrance tickets
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Children must be accompanied by an adult
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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St. Hripsime church, which was built on the sepulcher of a Christian nun Hripsime who fled from the Roman Empire and was killed in Armenia. This amazing building has stood upright from the day of its construction since 618 A.D, making it one of the oldest standing churches in the world.
30 minutes
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Saint Gayane Church
5 minutes drive away will be the next stop: the 7th century church of St. Gayane. Gayane was the nanny of Hripsime, and shared Hripsime’s tragic fate.
30 minutes
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Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin - Armenian Apostolic Church (Armenian Orthodox Church)
You will be able to observe the first world’s first Christian Cathedral – the Holy Ejmiatsin, built in 301-304.
According to the legend, Jesus Christ descended on the same spot where the Dissention Altar stands today, where Gregory the Illuminator ordered to build the church.
The cathedral is a symbol of Armenian national identity and heritage, reflecting the country's deep-rooted Christian tradition.
40 minutes
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Zvartnots Temple
Zvartnots Cathedral, now in ruins, is a 7th-century centrally planned aisled tetraconch type Armenian cathedral built by the order of Catholicos Nerses the Builder from 643-652.
According to legend, the name "Zvartnots" means "celestial angels," inspired by the belief that angels once watched over the temple.
It is included in the UNESCO heritage list. In fact, all of the churches included in the tour, are listed on the UNESCO World’s Cultural Heritage Sites.
40 minutes
Private Tour to Echmiadzin and Zvartnots Temple
(11) Reviews
Vagharshapat
About
Whilst travelling to Armenia, you may just be interested in seeing the world’s first Christian Cathedral church. Echmiadzin is considered to be the spiritual center of all Armenians all over the world! The word itself means a place where “the only begotten son of the God descended”.
