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Private tour: Etchmiadzin Cathedral and Museum, Zvartnots Temple, Lake Sevan, Sevanavank

Itinerary

Etchmiadzin Mother Cathedral, Treasures of Etchmiadzin Museum, Zvartnots Temple, Lake Sevan, Sevanavank Monastery

1. Etchmiadzin Mother Cathedral

50-60 min Details: Etchmiadzin Mother Cathedral
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On the silent expanse of an ancient plain, beneath the watchful gaze of the mountains, rises the Mother See of Etchmiadzin – a sanctuary where, legend says, heaven once touched the earth. According to tradition, Saint Gregory the Illuminator saw Christ in a vision, holding a golden hammer, striking the ground to reveal the place where a cathedral must be built. Thus was born Etchmiadzin – "The Only Begotten Descended" – destined to become the spiritual heart of Armenia.

2. Treasures of Etchmiadzin Museum

20-30 min Details: Treasures of Etchmiadzin Museum
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In the southeastern wing of the ancient Etchmiadzin Cathedral lies one of the most sacred places of Armenian spirituality – the "Treasures of Etchmiadzin" museum. It is more than a collection of relics; it is a sanctuary of memory where centuries-old faith and legend take on tangible form.

3. Zvartnots Temple

30-40 min Details: Zvartnots Temple
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Amid the plains of Armavir, with the majestic Mount Ararat rising in the distance, once stood Zvartnots – a 7th-century masterpiece that embodied the bold vision and brilliance of Armenian architects. Built upon towering columns, it astonished the world with its intricate design and grandeur that seemed centuries ahead of its time. For more than three hundred years, Zvartnots stood as a marvel, until an earthquake in the 10th century reduced it to silent ruins, leaving behind the enigma of a vanished wonder.

4. Lake Sevan

Details: Lake Sevan
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High in the embrace of Armenia's mountains lies Lake Sevan – the blue heart of the land, beating in harmony with the winds and the sun. Legend tells that once a green valley stretched here, until the heavens shed their tears, filling it with shimmering water as a priceless gift to humankind.

5. Sevanavank Monastery

50-60 min Details: Sevanavank Monastery
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From the northwestern shore of Lake Sevan, a breathtaking panorama unfolds: a peninsula rises from the shimmering surface, crowned with ancient temples. Here, in 874, at the command of Queen Mariam, daughter of King Ashot Bagratuni, the Sevanavank Monastery was built – the spiritual guardian of Armenia's blue jewel.

Inclusions

  • Professional drivers

  • Air-conditioned vehicles

  • Bottled water

  • Free pick-up & drop-off within Yerevan

  • Vehicle & passengers insurance

  • Extra stops on the route upon request

Exclusions

  • Significant deviations from the route

  • Alcoholic beverages if lunch option selected

  • Audio guides

  • Wi-Fi in the vehicles

What to expect

  • Enter the spiritual heart of Armenia through UNESCO-listed Etchmiadzin
  • See Etchmiadzin Mother Cathedral and the sacred treasures preserved nearby
  • Admire the 7th-century ruins of Zvartnots, once among the region's most impressive structures
  • Continue to Lake Sevan for open blue views and fresh mountain air
  • Visit Sevanavank, beautifully set above the lake

*200 steps to climb to Sevanavank

Booking conditions

Cancellation & modification

Meet our Guides

Tamara Arakelyan

Tamara Arakelyan

HY EN

I am Tamara. I live in Armenia and through Armenia. If you want to feel the taste, scent, and colors of Armenia and fall in love with our country, then let's go on a tour together. Just like all my guests, I'm sure you too will want to come back again.

Syuzanna Poghosyan

Syuzanna Poghosyan

RU HY

My name is Syuzanna, and since 2016 I have been introducing guests to the wonderful Armenia with great love. For me, every tour is not just a story about the country but an opportunity to show its soul, to help you feel its history, culture, and hospitality. I am sincerely happy when I see how Armenia captures hearts, and I will do everything to make your journey warm, heartfelt, and unforgettable.

Varduhi Gasparyan

Varduhi Gasparyan

RU HY

Barev dzez or hello! I'm Varduhi, a tour guide in Armenia since 2022. In tourism, this is quite some time – it has given me an understanding of how to make every tour not just informative but truly engaging. With me, you won't just see the sights of my beautiful Armenia and learn its history – you'll feel the soul of the country, its traditions, and its atmosphere.

Meline Sahakyan

Meline Sahakyan

HY EN ZH

Hi everyone! I'm Meline, and I'm a certified tour guide. If you want to visit and explore our beautiful country, Armenia, with a knowledgeable and sociable guide, it would be an honor for me to be your guide. Welcome to Armenia – Հայաստան.

Reviews

Елена Амелина

Russia Russia

05.11.2024

Добрый вечер! Хотелось бы поблагодарить Вашего экскурсовода Карена !) В наше время мало людей которые любят свою работу и свою страну !

Юлия Геннадьевна

Russia Russia

04.11.2023

Тур был отлично организован, чистый и комфортный автобус, прекрасный экскурсовод и оптимальная длина путешествия, спасибо!

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