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Garni Geghard Symphony of Stones Lavash Baking Tour from Yerevan

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| Yerevan, Armenia
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Overview

Garni temple, one of the most famous historical and architectural monuments among tourists, is located in Kotayk province. It is the only structure preserved in Armenia from the pagan period, dedicated to the god Mihr.

Before reaching the temple, we will have a stop on the way to Charents Arch, from where a wonderful view of Mount Ararat opens.

Then we will visit Geghard Monastery (Ayrivank), where according to the legend, from the XIII century the spear with which Christ was pierced was kept here.

As a part of the tour, we will visit the Azat River gorge, where we will see the “Symphony of Stones՛”, a miracle of nature. The natural monument, also known as the ՛՛Basalt Organ՛՛, is famous for its magnificent, seemingly artificial rocks.

What's Included

  • 2. Transport service
  • 3. Lavash baking master class
  • 1. Guide service
  • Entrance fee for Garni - 1500 AMD
  • Entrance fee of Symphony of Stones - 300 AMD
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1a Sayat-Nova Avenue
Yerevan 0001, Armenia

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Charent's Arch

While passing through the village of Voghjaberd, the architect Rafael Israelyan often noticed that a wonderful view of Mount Ararat opens from the nearby hill. And here, in 1957, Israelyan completed the structure he designed, which is called the Mount Ararat Temple. The last line of Yeghishe Charents's poem is engraved in visible large letters on the front entrance. "Go to the world; there is no white peak like Ararat, like the path of unripe glory; I love my Masis mountain." Very soon the place got its new, popular and more widespread name - The Arch of Charents. We start the tour with the viewpoint of Mount Ararat, the symbol of Armenia.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

The Monastery of Geghard

Geghard Monastery is a medieval monastery in the Kotayk province, being partially carved out of the adjacent mountain, surrounded by cliffs. The name commonly used for the monastery today, Geghard, or more fully Geghardavank, meaning “the Monastery of the Spear”, originates from the spear which had wounded Jesus at the Crucifixion. It is believed, that the spear was brought to Armenia by Apostle Jude, called here Thaddeus, and stored amongst many other relics. Now it is displayed in the Echmiadzin treasury. The monastery complex is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site with enhanced protection status.
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Symphony of Stones

The next stop is the basalt organ, the Symphony of Stones. The accumulation of naturally cut stones with wonderful symmetry is a true natural wonder and also part of the UNESCO World Heritage. The hexagonal stones, stretched one after the other across the canyon, look like an organ, hence the name.
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Garni Temple

The temple, built in the first century and had been around for centuries, was destroyed and stood up again. It tells about pre-Christian Armenia and the Armenian people. The temple dedicated to Mithra, the God of the Sun, is the only preserved pagan temple both in Armenia and in the territory of the former USSR. The temple was destroyed by a devastating earthquake in 1679 and was restored for about 8 years, 1968-75.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Garni

The familiarization tour ends with a lavash master class, where you will see how the famous Armenian bread, lavash, is baked.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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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
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • ❗ Passport copies are required for all tour participants, including children. You can send them in advance to the organizer’s official WhatsApp number or hand them to the guide before the tour begins.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Garni Geghard Symphony of Stones Lavash Baking Tour from Yerevan?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Garni Geghard Symphony of Stones Lavash Baking Tour from Yerevan?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • 2. Transport service.
  • 3. Lavash baking master class.
  • 1. Guide service.
The following is NOT included:
  • Entrance fee for Garni - 1500 AMD.
  • Entrance fee of Symphony of Stones - 300 AMD.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
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The minimum age to participate is 1..

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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Garni Geghard Symphony of Stones Lavash Baking Tour from Yerevan is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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What's Included

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  • 2. Transport service
  • 3. Lavash baking master class
  • 1. Guide service
  • Entrance fee for Garni - 1500 AMD
  • Entrance fee of Symphony of Stones - 300 AMD

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • ❗ Passport copies are required for all tour participants, including children. You can send them in advance to the organizer’s official WhatsApp number or hand them to the guide before the tour begins.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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