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Group Tour: Haghpat, Zarni-Parni Caves, Akhtala, Aramyants Castle, Sanahin
$51
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Overview
The group tour of Haghpat, Zarni-Parni Caves, Akhtala, Aramyants Castle, and Sanahin offers a captivating journey through Armenia's rich history and stunning architecture. This engaging experience takes you to UNESCO World Heritage sites and remarkable landmarks, showcasing the beauty of the Lori province.
- 🏰 Visit Haghpat Monastery, a 10th-century marvel known for its stunning belfry and historical significance, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- 🕳️ Explore Zarni-Parni Cave Castle, a complex nestled in a forest canyon with breathtaking views of Kayan fortress, and discover its historical museum featuring ancient tools.
- ⛪ Marvel at Akhtala Monastery, an impressive fortress with three churches, strategically positioned on a plateau surrounded by deep gorges.
- 🏛️ Discover Aramyants Castle, a jewel of Swiss architecture in Akhtala, built for the daughter of a prominent Armenian businessman, with a rich history connected to famous cultural figures.
- 📜 Visit the Sanahin Monastery, featuring a complex of churches and a seminary, also included in the UNESCO World Heritage List for its architectural significance.
- 🍽️ Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, with meal prices ranging from 3900 to 4900 AMD (approximately $10-13 USD).
- 🚐 Benefit from hotel pick-up and drop-off services, ensuring convenience throughout your journey.
- 💧 Stay refreshed with complimentary bottled water and pastries provided during the tour.
- 📶 Access WiFi in vehicles, keeping you connected while you travel.
- 👨🏫 A professional guide will accompany you, offering insights in both English and Russian.
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Group Tour: Haghpat, Zarni-Parni Caves, Akhtala, Aramyants Castle, Sanahin
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Admission tickets
- Bottled water & pastries
- WiFi in the vehicles
- Professional guide: ENG + RUS consecutively
- Vehicle & passengers insurance
- Air-conditioned vehicles
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Lunch price (3900 - 4900AMD = 10-13 USD)
Meeting point
on the left hand, little bit down from Nalbandyan and Tumanyan corner
Return details
on the left hand, little bit down from Nalbandyan and Tumanyan corner
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Hyur Servicestarting and returning point
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Haghpat MonasterySituated not far from Sanahin, Haghpat monastery has its significant place in the historical and cultural life of Armenia. It was built during the reign of king Ashot Bagratuni. Numerous valuable manuscripts and miniature paintings have been produced in the scriptorium of Haghpat for many centuries. In the 18th century the famous Armenian bard Sayat-Nova u sed to live and create in this monastery. The belfry with its unique architectural composition is of stunning interest. The site is included in UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List.
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Zarni ParniZarni-Parni is a cave castle complex in Lori region. It is located in a forest canyon with a magnificent view of the Kayan fortress, which is close to the village of Haghpat, famous for its monastery. The complex consists of the "Zarni er" and "Parni er" castles, as well as the "Tsak er" cave. Some historical records note, that renowned scholar and philosopher Hovhannes Imastaser used to live and work in this cave. Currently the area is turned into a historical museum, where one can find number of rare ancient agricultural tools and household items. Near the cave there is a tavern and winery to enjoy local drinks and dishes of Armenian cuisine.
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Akhtala MonasteryThe Akhtala fortress and monastery are situated in Lori district. It is constructed on a plateau resembling a peninsula, surrounded with deep gorges from three sides. In the 10th century the masons could exactly derive benefit from the nature in order to make the fortress more fortified. The fortress is strengthened with huge ramparts and there are two pyramid-shaped watchtowers, rising above from both sides of the main entrance. The monastery of Akhtala, comprised of three churches, is in the territory of the fortress.
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The Aramyants castle, one of the jewels of Swiss architecture, is situated in the town of Akhtala in Lori region. It is distinguished for its magnificent appearance and interesting history of 120 years. The castle belonged to Mikael Aramyants, a prominent Armenian businessman, living in Tbilisi. It was built for his daughter with pneumonia, since Akhtala has the best climate in the entire Caucasus region. Many famous people used to spend their holidays in the town, among them opera singer Fiodor Shalyapin, Armenian poet Hovhannes Tumanyan, spiritual and cultural figure Khrimyan Hayrik and others. The castle of Mikael Aramyants has its own place in the pages of Armenian history, as the declaration of the First Republic of Armenia was adopted here.
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Monastery of SanahinThe monastery of Sanahin is on the right bank of Debed river. This architectural complex consists of several churches, seminary, book depository. The building of the seminary, which connects St. Astvatsatsin (Holy Mother of God) and Allsaviour churches, was from the outset built to make the edifices more earthquake-resistant. The site is included in UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List.
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Group Tour: Haghpat, Zarni-Parni Caves, Akhtala, Aramyants Castle, Sanahin
$51
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!