Khor Virap, Areni Winery, Noravank + Wild Goat Watching - private tour
Overview
Full-day trip to Vayots Dzor region of Armenia. The first stop will be at Khor Virap Monastery in Ararat Valley. Here the Christian history of Armenia commenced in early 4-th century. Except the monastery you will also visit the underground dungeon, where St Gregory the Illuminator was kept for 13 years. The vista point here has one of the best views to mount Ararat.
You will continue the way to the picturesque Gnishik canyon and reach Noravank Monastery surrounded by red rocks. Later you will have your lunch in an authentic restaurant near Arpa river.
After the lunch you will go to Shatin village, where ecologists from Norway have constructed a fully equipped View Point in the heart of Yeghegis Protected Areas. You will be provided binoculars, with which you can watch watch WILD BEZOAR GOATS at a distance of 150-400 meters.
Duration: 9-10 hours
Total distance: 300 km
What's Included
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Wifi
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Wine tasting in Areni Wiery
- Binocular rental
- Car seat for kids (please, order in advance)
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
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Khor Virap
40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Areni Wine Factory
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Noravank Monastery
40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Shatin
40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Animals or pets allowed
- Free pick-up and drop-off at any location in Yerevan.
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Not stroller accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+04).
- WiFi on board.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Wifi.
- Bottled water.
- Private transportation.
- Wine tasting in Areni Wiery.
- Binocular rental.
- Car seat for kids (please, order in advance).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Khor Virap, Areni Winery, Noravank + Wild Goat Watching - private tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Wifi
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Wine tasting in Areni Wiery
- Binocular rental
- Car seat for kids (please, order in advance)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Animals or pets allowed
- Free pick-up and drop-off at any location in Yerevan.
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Not stroller accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
