Meeting with Ruben Yesayan | Vayots Dzor

Noravank, Jermuk

Special group tour in Vayots Dzor: Noravank, Jermuk and a meeting with Ruben Yesayan, with a discussion of his books. From 10500 AMD.

08:00 – 21:00 · Full day Armenian Free cancellation no later than 24 hours before departure. If you cancel later, the money is not refunded.

About this tour

Ruben Yesayan, the author of the books “The Monks Have a Secret” and “13 km Away from the Tunnel”, will be joining our tour. Together we will visit Noravank and Jermuk. We will explore the Jermuk drinking gallery, the fedayi park, and also Jermuk’s “Margaret” mineral spring. At the end of the tour, we’ll have a discussion with Ruben Yesayan about his books.

Itinerary

1 Stop 1 Noravank Monastery

Medieval Armenian taste and architectural talent were interblended in Noravank, founded in the 9th century, this monastery developed in the 13th and 14th centuries. Surrounded by high red-coloured mountains and built from stones taken from those rocks, Noravank harmoniously complements the local landscape, remaining unique in its kind.

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2 Stop 2 Jermuk

We will visit the Jermuk drinking hall, the park of the fedayeen, as well as the "Margaret Flower" in Jermuk.

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3 Stop 3 Meeting with Ruben Yesayan

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What’s included

Included

Guide service (if there are foreign participants, the tour may be conducted in two languages)
Transport

Pickup & Important information

Meeting point: Komitas State Conservatory (1a Sayat-Nova Ave) · Show on the map

Destinations: Noravank, Jermuk

Departure time: 08:00

Cancellation policy: Free cancellation no later than 24 hours before departure. If you cancel later, the money is not refunded.

FAQ

What time does this tour start and end?

The tour starts at 08:00 and ends at 21:00. It is a 1-day tour without an overnight stay.

How long is the tour?

The duration is 1 day. There is no overnight stay.

Does this tour run every week or only on specific dates?

This tour runs on demand or on a custom date. Please check the exact date with the operator.

What places will we visit on this tour?

During the tour we will visit Noravank and Jermuk. The program also includes the Jermuk drinking gallery, Fedayi Park, and the “Margaret” mineral spring.

Will Ruben Yesayan join the tour as well?

Yes, Ruben Yesayan will join the tour. There will also be a discussion about his books at the end of the tour.

Will there really be a book discussion during the tour?

Yes, a discussion about Ruben Yesayan’s books is planned at the end of the tour. It is part of this tour’s program.

What transport is used for the tour?

Tours run on a comfortable minivan or bus depending on group size.

Are seats assigned in advance in the vehicle?

Seats are not pre-assigned; please arrive a bit early to pick your spot.

Is the transport heated in winter?

Yes, the transport is fully heated in winter.

Is there Wi-Fi in the vehicle?

There is usually no Wi-Fi in the transport, but mobile internet works on most of the route.