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Private Tour to Echmiadzin and Zvartnots Temple

6 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 6 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Yerevan, Armenia

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3 to 4 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Whilst travelling to Armenia, you may just be interested in seeing the world’s first Christian Cathedral church. Echmiadzin is considered to be the spiritual center of all Armenians all over the world! The word itself means a place where “the only begotten son of the God descended”.

What's Included

  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch (upon request)
  • Entrance tickets
  • Guide Services (Upon Request)
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What To Expect

Saint Hripsime Church

St. Hripsime church, which was built on the sepulcher of a Christian nun Hripsime who fled from the Roman Empire and was killed in Armenia. This amazing building has stood upright from the day of its construction since 618 A.D, making it one of the oldest standing churches in the world.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Saint Gayane Church

5 minutes drive away will be the next stop: the 7th century church of St. Gayane. Gayane was the nanny of Hripsime, and shared Hripsime’s tragic fate.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin - Armenian Apostolic Church (Armenian Orthodox Church)

You will be able to observe the first world’s first Christian Cathedral – the Holy Ejmiatsin, built in 301-304.According to the legend, Jesus Christ descended on the same spot where the Dissention Altar stands today, where Gregory the Illuminator ordered to build the church.The cathedral is a symbol of Armenian national identity and heritage, reflecting the country's deep-rooted Christian tradition.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Zvartnots Temple

Zvartnots Cathedral, now in ruins, is a 7th-century centrally planned aisled tetraconch type Armenian cathedral built by the order of Catholicos Nerses the Builder from 643-652.According to legend, the name "Zvartnots" means "celestial angels," inspired by the belief that angels once watched over the temple.It is included in the UNESCO heritage list. In fact, all of the churches included in the tour, are listed on the UNESCO World’s Cultural Heritage Sites.
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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
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour to Echmiadzin and Zvartnots Temple?

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

Cancellation Policy

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

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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water
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  • Lunch (upon request)
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  • Guide Services (Upon Request)

Additional Info

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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
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  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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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).

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