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Private Tour to Khor Virap Monastery

9 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 9 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Yerevan, Armenia
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This tour will take you to the amazing historical and spiritual place where you will get acquainted with the most interesting stories and legends. Khor Virap Monastery has over a thousand-year history steeped in biblical events, mysticism. This monastery is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Armenia. According to a legend St. Gregory the Illustrator has been imprisoned there by King Tridates III for fourteen years. The ancient Armenian Monastery was built in the 5th century and is located near the Mount Ararat.

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  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch
  • Food and drinks
  • Anything not mentioned in the “Inclusions” section
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Khor Virap

Khor Virap – Armenian monastery, built in 642, translated from Armenian means “deep hole”. Khor Virap is one of the shrines of the Armenian Apostolic Church, a place of pilgrimage. The most interesting fact of this monastery is the fact that it was built on the site of the royal prison, where Gregory the Illuminator was previously imprisoned – the patron saint and the first official head of the Armenian Apostolic Church by the Armenian king for 13 years. From the territory of the monastery there is an unusual view of the biblical mountain Ararat.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infant meals not included

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour to Khor Virap Monastery?

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). 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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  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional driver
  • Professional guide (if the guide option is selected)
  • Lunch
  • Food and drinks
  • Anything not mentioned in the “Inclusions” section

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infant meals not included

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