Tour program
We start at 09:00, Tsaghkadzor
Duration approx.8 hours
We finish in Tsaghkadzor
We will visit:
| Armenian Alphabet | The alphabet consists of 39 letters, which reflect the peculiarities of the Armenian language and culture. The Armenian alphabet is not only a means of communication, but also a national treasure and symbol of Armenia. | |
| The Sagmosavank Monastery | Sagmosavank Monastery is a historic 8th-century Armenian monastery located above a gorge on the Kasakh River. The complex includes several churches, with the main one dedicated to Saint Sarkis, featuring domes, stone carvings, and frescoes. The monastery is renowned for its scenic views, spiritual atmosphere, and importance in Armenian Christianity. | |
| The Monastery Of Khor Virap | Khor Virap Monastery is one of Armenia’s most sacred historical sites, located on the Ararat plain near the ancient capital Artashat. In 301 AD, Saint Gregory the Illuminator convinced King Trdat III to adopt Christianity, making Armenia the first Christian nation. The monastery is famous for Gregory’s dungeon, the Church of the Holy Mother of God, and its scenic views of Mount Ararat. |
Included in the price
- Excursion services along the route
- Transfer, price is per car
Not included in the price
- Meals for tourists on tour
- Entrance fees to museums
Take an enriching one-day tour from Tsaghkadzor to explore the spiritual and cultural treasures of Armenia. Start with the Khor Virap Monastery, a sacred site on the Ararat plain where Saint Gregory the Illuminator convinced King Trdat III to adopt Christianity, while enjoying breathtaking views of the majestic Mount Ararat. Next, visit the historic Sagmosavank Monastery, perched above the scenic Kasakh River gorge, renowned for its 8th-century churches, elegant domes, frescoes, and a unique atmosphere of serenity and spirituality. Conclude the tour with an engaging introduction to the Armenian alphabet, a unique 39-letter script that reflects Armenia’s rich culture and traditions and serves as a symbol of national identity and heritage. This tour is perfect for those who want to immerse themselves in the history, spirituality, architecture, and cultural heritage of the country in just one day, while enjoying some of Armenia’s most stunning landscapes
Answers to frequently asked questions from our tourists
Our drivers will recommend in advance a time and place where you can try real Armenian cuisine. Or they will stop at any other place along the route at your request.
Payment is made in cash in drams on the day the service is provided.