Private tour: Khor Virap and Noravank Monasteries, Hin Areni Wine Factory

Itinerary

Khor Virap Monastery, Noravank Monastery, Hin Areni Wine Factory

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.

3. Hin Areni Wine Factory

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Vayots Dzor is a land where sun and stone have guarded the secret of wine for centuries and the village of Areni became the ancient key to that mystery. Deep within its caves, archaeologists uncovered the world's oldest winemaking complex, proof that grape and man were bound together on this land thousands of years ago. Since then, every vine of Areni seems to carry the memory of the ages, offering berries filled with the fragrance of ancient Armenia.

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

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.

Anahit Ghazaryan

Anahit Ghazaryan

RU

My name is Anahit Ghazaryan, and since 2015 I have been in a state of love! I am in love with Armenia, and I always want to talk about it! Come visit! I guarantee it will be beautiful, easy, delicious, and fun! Let's discover Armenia together, enjoy it, and fall in love! I don't like legends and tell them only when absolutely necessary, and only those that feature real historical figures! Since I was born in the middle of the last century, I talk about some events not as a historian, but as a witness!

Armine Julhakyan

Armine Julhakyan

RU HY

Hello! I'm Armine, your guide in Armenia. With me, you'll discover not only the famous landmarks but also the hidden gems of my country.

Arpine Khalatyan

Arpine Khalatyan

RU HY EN

My name is Arpi. With experience in guiding since 2015, fluency in English and Russian, and a wealth of knowledge in history and culture, I offer engaging and informative tours during which you'll explore Armenia and feel the greatest vibes ever.

Reviews

Алексеев Павел

Russia Russia

14.09.2025

Мы брали индивидуальный тур по маршруту Хор-Вирап, Нораванк, винзавод Арени, и нам повезло - гид оказался преподавателем истории, прекрасно говорящий по-русски Давид. Слушать его было одно удовольствие. Узнали массу нового. Водитель Завен тоже отличный. Небольшой упрёк в сторону самой "Арени": дегустация была очень уж краткой и бедноватой, всего 3 сорта вина, девушка явно не сомелье, и быстро нас оставила, перейдя к следующим клиентам.
Но рассказы Давида и чудесные пейзажи Армении навсегда останутся с нами!

Елена Заречнова

Russia Russia

01.04.2024

Были с фирмой Hyur service 1 апреля 2024 года в туре Хор Вирап, Нораванк , Пещера птиц , винный завод Ин Арени . С этой фирмой посещаем экскурсии в Армении уже не первый раз и от этой поездки остались замечательные впечатления.
Прекрасная организация тура , замечательная гид Татев в течение всей экскурсии рассказывала об истории и культуре страны. Водитель автобуса Спартак спокойно и профессионально доставил нас во все локации по маршруту тура. Экскурсия на вином заводе Ин Арени и вкусный обед в приятном ресторане также оставила прекрасное впечатление. Спасибо сотрудникам фирмы за отличный и комфортный отдых.
Предлагаем на обратном пути показывать фильмы по теме путешествия.
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