TSAGHKADZOR, GARNI, GEGHARD

Group tour: Kecharis Monastery — Tsaghkadzor Ropeway — Charent's Arch — Gata baking master-class — Geghard Monastery — Garni Temple — Symphony of Stones

What's included
СGuide service: English or/and Russian
Comfortable vehicles
Free Wi-Fi
Bottled water

Stop 1: Kecharis monastery

Kecharis Monastery is a beautifully restored medieval complex located in the heart of Tsaghkadzor. Built between the 11th–13th centuries, it once served as an important religious and educational center of Armenia. The complex includes several impressive stone churches — St. Grigor, St. Nshan, and St. Harutyun — along with a 13th-century gavit. Surrounded by forested mountains and fresh alpine air, Kecharis offers a peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite stop for culture lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking quiet spiritual beauty

Stop 2: Tsaghkadzor Ropeway

Just a few minutes away lies the Tsaghkadzor Ropeway, one of Armenia’s top mountain attractions. The modern ropeway lifts visitors to the slopes of Mount Teghenis, reaching almost 3,000 meters above sea level. The ride offers panoramic views of Tsaghkadzor, dense forests, and the surrounding mountain ranges.

In winter, the ropeway leads to popular ski slopes perfect for beginners and professionals. In summer and autumn, visitors enjoy hiking, mountain biking, paragliding, or simply riding the ropeway for breathtaking views and fresh mountain air.

Stop 3: Charent’s Arch

Our next stop is near Charent’s Arch, named after the famous Armenian poet Eghishe Charents, who adored this place and often visited it.

Along the way, enjoy a delightful Gata baking experience, where you’ll shape and bake this beloved Armenian pastry yourself.

Stop 4: Geghard monastery

Then, we’ll visit the Geghard Monastery Complex, where St. Geghard is associated with the lance that pierced Jesus’s side during the crucifixion. The relic was brought to Armenia and kept at Geghard for five centuries. The monastery complex is a reflection of 13th-century Armenia, a time considered the Golden Age of Armenian architecture. The most striking feature of this site is the churches carved directly into the solid rock, designed following traditional Armenian architectural principles. Geghard is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Stop 5: Garni temple

Our journey continues to the Garni Temple (77 A.D.), the only remaining pagan temple in the entire post-Soviet region. The temple stands majestically on a high plateau, offering stunning views of the Azat River gorge. The surrounding area is equally breathtaking. You’ll also explore the Greek-Roman bathhouse with a mosaic made from 30,000 pieces of natural stone and the ruins of a royal palace, transporting you back to the 3rd century A.D..