Private tour: Khor Virap Monastery, Noravank Monastery

Itinerary

Khor Virap Monastery, Noravank Monastery

1. Khor Virap Monastery

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In the wide embrace of the Ararat Valley, where the air shimmers beneath the watchful gaze of a snow-crowned giant, stands Khor Virap – a shrine where legend, faith and the heartbeat of Armenia merge into one. Here, so the story goes, a deep and silent pit held Gregory the Illuminator, condemned by King Tiridates III for daring to preach a new light to his people. Years slipped by in darkness, yet within those stone walls a miracle unfolded: Gregory's hands healed the very king who had ordered his chains. Struck by grace, Tiridates raised the banner of Christianity, making Armenia the first nation to embrace it as a state faith.

2. Noravank Monastery

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In the very heart of Vayots Dzor, embraced by crimson cliffs that rise like nature's own fortress walls, lies Noravank, an ancient monastery that for centuries stood as a beacon of Armenia's spiritual and cultural life. Its walls overlook the picturesque gorge of the Arpa River, where the silence is broken only by the echo of pilgrims' footsteps and the cry of soaring eagles. This gorge is known as the Amaghu River Valley, a natural monument considered a candidate for inclusion on Armenia's UNESCO World Heritage list.

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

Booking conditions

Cancellation & modification

Meet our Guides

Taguhi Margaryan

Taguhi Margaryan

RU HY EN ES

I'm Taguhi (in short Tagi), your tour guide in Armenia! I have a University degree in Linguistics and Intercultural communication (translator-interpreter), so I have been guiding tourists since 2006 in English, Spanish, Russian and Armenian languages. Guiding is my passion as I love travelling and I'm in love with my country, and this work gives me the joy of communicating with people from all around the World and making them also fall in love with my beautiful Armenia. My tours are always very happy and quite informative, so join my tours with Hyur Service to discover my stunning Armenia!

Mariam Margaryan

Mariam Margaryan

HY EN

With over 13 years of professional experience leading diverse international groups, I don’t just show travelers a destination – I help them live it. My tours bridge cultural history, authentic food and wine traditions and the active adventure of scenic hiking.

Manya Gevorgyan

Manya Gevorgyan

RU HY EN

I have been a tour guide since 2015. To this day, every excursion is a great source of positive energy for me. During the tours, you will not only get acquainted with the sights, the country's history, and its architectural features, but also feel the full charm of the Armenian emotional mindset and lifestyle.

Anahit Aslanyan

Anahit Aslanyan

RU

Education – musical-pedagogical and cultural studies. I have worked in the fields of tourism, education, and culture in Russia and Armenia. Currently, I work as a guide at the Armenian Genocide Museum-Institute and in the company "Hyur Service". As a person with a humanities education and a cultural studies mindset, I strive to present my homeland as comprehensively as possible so that visitors gain a general impression of the history and art of the Armenian people. I pay special attention to mental and cultural characteristics to make every visitor's stay in Armenia comfortable and positive. I continue to study and share new knowledge.

Reviews

Сергей Дурягин

Russia Russia

14.01.2023

Добрый день! Потрясающий сервис Вашей компании впечатлил сразу. Бутилированная вода и сдоба - приятный моменты. Профессионал своего дела - водитель Иосиф. Экскурсовод Ярван - профи в своей области. Осведомлен большим колличеством информации. Каждый дополнительный вопрос сопроводит полным и исчерпывающим ответом. Прекрасное знание языков. Компетентность и толерантность. Потрясные горные пейзажи. Всё как я люблю. Каньоны, монастыри. Глядишь на 360 градусов и восхищаешься природой и памятниками старины

Наталия Заведеева

Russia Russia

05.01.2023

День добрый. Была экскурсия к монастырям Нор Виап, Нораванк и поселок Арени. Реальность превзошла все мои ожидания. Не расстроились даже после того как не увидели могучий Арарат рядом с монастырем Хор Виап. Зато по дороге на перевале мы увидели его во всей красе. Водитель Левон, кстати очень профессиональный, остановился на смотровой площадке, и у нас получились чудо снимки. Посещение монастыря Нораванк останется самым значимым событием в нашей поездке. Номер один в Армении по нашему мнению. Мы немного изменили программу, заменили посещение винного завода на осмотр крепости Святой Богородицы в селе Арени, построенной тем же архитектором, который принимал участие в строительств монастыря Нораванк. Левон довез нас прямо к церкви, для нас это было откровение. Так же мы увидели древнее кладбище. Очень красиво. Эта церковь словно сама растет из горы к небу. Ну и финалом поездки стал обед предложенный Левоном. Левон за обед и вино отдельное спасибо. Мы вам весь оставшийся вечер желали здоровья. Спасибо компании Йур Сервис. Мы ещё вернемся , Татев то мы так и не увидели, но это поправимо.