Group Tour: Echmiadzin Mother Cathedral, Hripsime, Zvartnots

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Starts
Yerevan
Duration
5 Hrs.
Languages
English and Russian
Admission
Printed voucher

Description

Discover Armenia’s spiritual heart on a half-day group tour from Yerevan, exploring the country’s most treasured religious sites. Begin your journey at 10:00 AM from the centrally located head office, traveling in air-conditioned comfort with a professional guide fluent in English and Russian.

Your first destination is the ancient Cathedral of Echmiadzin, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s oldest churches. Although the cathedral can currently only be viewed from the outside due to ongoing construction, its historical significance and stunning architecture remain captivating.

Continue to St. Hripsime’s Church, renowned for its classic Armenian cross-cupola design. This church stands as a testament to the country’s rich ecclesiastical heritage and offers a peaceful atmosphere for reflection and photography.

The final stop is the impressive Zvartnots Temple, a masterpiece of 7th-century Armenian architecture. Marvel at the ruins and imagine the grand structure as it once stood, surrounded by the stories of ancient builders and visionaries.

Enjoy complimentary bottled water, sweets, and onboard WiFi throughout your journey. Admission fees are included, and on Sundays, you may have the unique opportunity to witness a traditional liturgy. Secure your spot now to experience Armenia’s sacred landmarks in comfort and style.

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Included

Professional guide: English and Russian consecutively
Air-conditioned transportation
Light refreshments (bottled water and sweets)
WiFi
Admission fees
On Sundays there is a chance to participate in liturgy

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Echmiadzin Mother Cathedral & Zvartnots

Good to know

• Seats are not fixed in advance • The Echmiadzin Cathedral can currently only be viewed from the outside, due to construction

Highlights

Explore incredible UNESCO World Heritage sites
See the very first Christian cathedral in the world
On Sundays there is a chance to participate in liturgy

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

Shorts
Short skirts

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users

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