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Makeniants Monastery, Vanevank, Hayravank, Berdkunk Fortress
Group tour from Yerevan to Makeniants Monastery, Vanevank and Hayravank: history, legends and scenic Lake Sevan views in one day.
About this tour
This tour will take you deep into history, along the paths of legends and traditions. Our journey begins with Hayravank Monastery, also known as Martaghavnyats. According to legend, it was here that the abbot Hovhan, with a relic of the Holy Cross, performed a miracle by turning captured Armenians into doves and setting them free.
Our next stop is Vanevan Monastery, the burial place of King Smbat I Bagratuni. Restored in the 10th century, it still preserves its historic grandeur.
The tour continues to Makenyats Monastery, one of the richest monastic complexes in Armenia, with 37 monuments, including the Church of the Holy Mother of God, medieval narthexes, an ancient cemetery, and fortified walls.
We finish our journey at the ancient Berdkunq Fortress, known as the “White Castle,” which dates back to the 2nd–1st millennia BC and later became a major medieval stronghold.
Itinerary
1 Stop 1 Makeniants Monastery
2 Stop 2 Vanevank
3 Stop 3 Hayravank
4 Stop 4 Berdkunk Fortress
What’s included
- Guide service (if there are foreign participants, the tour may be conducted in two languages)
- Transport
Pickup & Important information
FAQ
How long does this tour last?
This is a 1-day tour. It starts at 09:00 and ends at 19:00.
Does this tour run weekly or only on request?
This tour runs on demand or on a custom date. Please check with the operator for availability.
What time should I be at the starting point?
Please arrive 15 minutes before the start. If the tour begins at 09:00, it is best to be there by 08:45.
What transport is used for this tour?
The tour runs on a comfortable minivan or bus depending on group size.
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.
Are seats assigned in advance?
No, seats are not pre-assigned. We recommend arriving a bit early to pick your spot.
What languages does the guide speak?
Tours are conducted in Armenian, Russian and English. If there are non-local guests in the group, the guide can speak two languages.
Are your guides local experts?
Yes, our guides are local experts familiar with the history, culture and the sites being visited.
How much is this tour for one adult?
The price for one local/Armenian adult is 8000 AMD (Armenian dram). Please ask the operator for the foreign adult price.
Are there child discounts for this day tour?
Yes. 0-3 years free, 3-6 years 50% discount, 7+ full price.
If there are 5 of us, do we get a group discount?
Yes, groups of 5+ get 500 AMD off per person because this is a day tour.
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