Visit the Pagan Temple of Garni.

Enjoy a full day out from Yerecan to Geghard and Garni in the beautiful Armenia.

Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed to the cave monastery of Geghard. The spear, with which the roman soldier killed Jesus Christ, was kept here and hence the name of the monastery was taken (Geghard means Holy Spear).

This prominent work of architecture, partially carved in the rock, is listed in the UNESCO world heritage list. Departure to pagan Temple of Garni (1st c. A.D.), which is a vivid example of Hellenistic culture on the territory of Armenia.

Here the ruins of a bath (3rd cent) and a palace (2nd cent. B.C.) can be seen. Garni is located on a deep canyon of Azat river. One can enjoy a panoramic view over the river gorge.

Here we will have a lunch and enjoy demonstration of few master – classes as carpet working, woodworking, Traditional bread ‘’ Lavash’’ baking and making dried fruits We will arrange jeeping (4X4) in Azat River gorge to get acquainted with inspiring composition of stones called: ‘’ Symphony of stones’’. 

Drive back to Yerevan and enjoy evening vibrant city Yerevan.

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