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Essential Armenia

Geghard, Garni, Sevan and surrounds

Appreciate the serenity of Lake Sevan from Sevanavank. Visit the ancient Hayravank monastery perched in a picturesque position overlooking Sevan. Be amazed by the sheer number of “khachkar”‘s (stone etched headstones) at the Noratus cemetery and discover the history behind them. Visit a local family and learn about life in the Noratus village over lunch.

Explore the amazing Geghard monastery carved within a mountain and the iconic Garni temple.

Duration: 10 Hours

Price: 19,300 AMD pp (stay at Envoy Hostel Yerevan pay 17,300 AMD)

Operates: Monday, Thursday & Saturday

Includes: English-speaking guide service, lunch and entry fees

Departs: 9:00 am at Envoy Hostel & Tours | Yerevan

Arrives: 7:00 pm at Envoy Hostel & Tours | Yerevan

Requires: Supportive shoes and jacket

Note: This tour can also be offered as a private tour on alternative days or if minimum number not reached. Bookings are essential.

Tour Schedule

An approximate schedule for the tour is provided below. The hours are indicative only and may vary dependent on individual tour circumstances.

9:00 am – departure from envoy Hostel

10:15 – 11:15 – Sevanavank

11:35 – 12:00 – Hayravank

12:10 – 12:40 – Noratus Khachkars

12:40 – 13:30 – lunch in Noratus

15:20 – 16:20 – Geghard Monastery

16:35 – 17:35 – Garni Temple

18:30 – 19:00 – arrival in Yerevan