Private tour: Haghpat, Zarni-Parni Cave Fortress, Akhtala, Aramyants Castle, Sanahin
Itinerary
Haghpat Monastery, Zarni-Parni Cave Fortress, Akhtala Fortress, Aramyants Castle, Sanahin Monastery
1. Haghpat Monastery
2. Zarni-Parni Cave Fortress
3. Akhtala Fortress
4. Aramyants Castle
5. Sanahin Monastery
Inclusions
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Professional drivers
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Air-conditioned vehicles
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Bottled water
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Free pick-up & drop-off within Yerevan
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Vehicle & passengers insurance
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Extra stops on the route upon request
Exclusions
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Significant deviations from the route
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Alcoholic beverages if lunch option selected
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Audio guides
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Wi-Fi in the vehicles
What to expect
- Spend a rich day in Lori, where monasteries, fortresses and dramatic gorges meet
- Visit Haghpat and Sanahin, UNESCO-listed masterpieces of 10th-century architecture
- Explore Zarni-Parni, a cave castle complex turned into an atmospheric historical museum
- Admire Akhtala's fortified setting and the unusual charm of Aramyants Castle
*~150 steps to climb to the complex
Booking conditions
Cancellation & modification
Meet our Guides
Mariam Dabaghyan
Hello! I'm Mariam, and I've been working as a tour guide since 2019. If you enjoy tours that are rich in content yet easy-going and never boring, then we're on the same path!
Arev Makhsudyan
My name is Arev (which means "Sun"). I am an English-speaking tour guide in Armenia, working since 2018. If you choose me as your guide, you will learn a lot about Armenian history, nature, culture, and traditions – and as a bonus, I'll perform Armenian traditional folk songs for you.
Melania Hakobyan
I am Melania Hakobyan, a member of the Armenian Association of Professional Guides and the Armenian Tourism Federation. Since 2017, I have had the honor of accompanying tourists and official delegations, presenting not only Armenia's ancient history but also the warmth and legendary hospitality of my people. Guiding is not just a profession for me; it is a mission to represent my homeland with pride and love. If you wish to discover Armenia not through the eyes of a tourist but through the soul of an Armenian, it would be a great honor for me to accompany you.
Arevik Avetisyan
I'm Arevik Avetisyan, German-speaking tour guide. Why choose me? My deep knowledge of Armenia’s heritage, combined with fluent German communication and sense of humour, ensures an engaging and fun experience for every guest. With me as your guide, the guests will discover Armenia not just through sights, but through authentic stories, local connections, and unforgettable moments.
Reviews
Laurent Decaen
Luxembourg
22.07.2024
The group tour to Haghpat monastery, Zarni-Parni cave complex, Akhtala fortress, and Sanahin monestary was a total blast. Worth every minute of the 13 hour journey. The tour guide was fantastically knowledgeable and so enthusiatic about sharing her love for Armenian history. If you are interested by beautiful artefacts of early Christian times, appreciate the devotion Armenians show for their heritage, just go for it. THIS TOUR IS SO HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
Шахзадян Стелла
Russia
29.04.2024
Армине и Маис, спасибо вам за новый мир, который отрылся во время экскурсии. Это даже не экскурсия, а целое мини-путешествие, оправдывающее каждый затраченный драм. Если Вы хотите узнать Армению, пронизанную ее горной душой - однозначно нужно ехать в Лори (экскурсия: Ахпат, Пещерно-крепостной комплекс Зарни-Парни, Крепость Ахтала, Замок Арамянц, Монастырь Санаин) и познакомиться с горами, церквями, природой. Дорога очень завораживает своими видами, особенно под рассказ Армине: мифология, философия, уникальное мировоззрение коллективного армянского сознания, история, искусствоведение. Дорога не в тягость, микроавтобус комфортный и шустрый, есть холодная вода и вайфай.
Горы и архитектура найдут отклик в душе даже самых искушенных путешественников, советую всем проехаться и прогуляться по этому маршруту, это 10/10!
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