Group excursion to Amberd, Saghmosavank and Hovhannavank

Few countries have such an ancient, complex and tragic history as Armenia. And even fewer people have such a rich and stable culture. This is a place where you will be intrigued by history, admired by the monuments, amazed by the scenery and fascinated by ordinary locals. "Armenia Trip" tour operator offers a memorable one-day tour from Yerevan. A wonderful day awaits you when choosing this trip! Visit the 13th-century Saghmosavank, which was built next to the steep canyon of the Kasakh River. The excellent location gives the monastery additional beauty and elevation. In the 13th century, it was one of the educational, cultural and spiritual centers of Armenia. With us you will discover the monument to the Armenian alphabet. The giant stone letters are dedicated to the founder of the Armenian alphabet, Mesrop Mashtots. We will help you find your first letter of the name! Continue your tour to Amberd "fortress in the clouds", which is an important historical place preserved and reached us from the 7th

Description:

• Departure from Yerevan.
• Drive to the fortress of Amberd (literally translated as “fortress of clouds”) (10th century), which is a vivid example of medieval Armenian architecture and one of the few feudal castles in Armenia that have survived to this day.  It is located in a beautiful and deep gorge halfway to the top of Aragats, between two rivers and harmoniously merges with the surrounding landscape (Mount Aragats is the highest mountain in Armenia – 4096 m above sea level).
• Visit to the monument to the Armenian alphabet. The monument is located on the slope of Mount Aragats, and is dedicated to the 1600th anniversary of the creation of the Armenian alphabet. 39 giant carved Armenian letters made of the famous red tuff were placed next to the resting place of St. Mesrop Mashtots – the man who created the Armenian alphabet in 405.
• Excursion to Saghmosavank Monastery (13th c.), which stands on the western edge of the Kasakh River gorge. You will enjoy a magnificent view of the canyon.
• Dinner.
• A trip to the majestic monastery, which is located in the village of Hovhanavan in the Aragatsotn region. According to legend, the monastery was founded by St. Gregory the Illuminator, who brought here the relics of St. John the Baptist (the Forerunner), hence the very name ” Hovhannavank ” (Monastery of Hovhannes, that is, John).
• Return to Yerevan.

The tour price includes:

• Meeting at the hotel
• All transfers (comfortable air-conditioned minibus)
• Meals – lunch
• Entrance fees (where necessary)