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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Gyumri is one of the 2nd most important cities in Armenia. Culturally important center. Many famous movies were shot in this city.
Professional guide
Transportation
Food and drinks
Departure Point
1a Sayat-Nova Ave, Yerevan 0001, Armenia
Harichavank Monastery, Armenia The peculiarity of Haritchavank Monastery is that large stones of different shades were used for its construction. Multicolored elements create a unique pattern on the walls of the building. Harichavank known as one of the most famous monastic centers in Armenia and it was especially renowned for its school and scriptorium. The oldest part of this Armenian monastery is the Church of St. Gregory the Enlightener; it is a domed structure that is usually placed in the category of so-called “Mastara-style” churches (named after the fifth century church of St. Hovhannes in the village of Mastara, in the southern part of Shirak). The founding date of the monastery is unknown, but probably it was built no later than the 7th century, when St. Gregory was erected.
60 minutes
Gyumri, Gyumri, Armenia Gyumri is the second largest city in Armenia, after the capital. There are various interesting sights in the city and its surroundings. Here you can visit the art gallery, local history museum or historical and cultural reserve. There are five different churches in Gyumri and in its surroundings, the ancient Marmarashen monastery and the Orthodox chapel. One of the symbolic and recognizable sights of the city is a monument to the legendary commander Vardan Mamikonyan, who was considered the defender of Armenia and the Christian faith and was ranked among the saints. Another iconic historical monument of Gyumri is the Alexandropol Fortress. The fortress was a military defensive object and played the role of protecting Russian territories from Persian or Turkish invasions. Gyumri is considered the “capital of art” in Armenia, as well as an important cultural center. The city is also usually called the “capital of humor”, as many prominent Armenian artists and comedians come from here.
300 minutes
Black Fortress, Gyumri, Armenia Sev Berd or Black Fortress (Armenian: Սև բերդ; Russian: Чёрная Кре́пость, Chornaya Krepost) is an abandoned Russian imperial fortress in Gyumri, Shirak Province, Armenia. The fortress, which lies 8 kilometres (5.0 mi) from the Turkish border, was built in response to the Russo-Turkish War of 1828–1829. It is a national cultural heritage monument in Armenia. 60 minutes
Yerevan, Yerevan, Armenia Trip from Yerevan to the Points of Interest and back, and a stop for meal and free time will fill the rest of the time 180 minutes
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Traveler30895710920
12 Apr 2023
Очень душевная компания во всех смыслах. Ездили с подругой в конце апреля. Довольны. До этого от этой компании ездили в Селиван. Очень рады, что остановились именно на этой экскурсионной компании свой выбор.
sonat928
01 Dec 2022
It was an amazing tour to Gyumri. The guide and the driver were excellent. Me and my friens really enjoyed it. Thanks to One Way Tour for so much emotions.
knarikl
25 Nov 2022
Был потресающий тур, я впечатлена, большое спасибо за то, что подарили мне такие эмоции.Все было прекрасно организовано
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