Zvartnots Cathedral Tours and Tickets

Discover Armenia’s UNESCO-listed monuments, architectural wonders, and spiritual centers on this 5-hour tour from Yerevan. Explore the magnificent Echmiadzin Mother Cathedral; visit the churches of St. Gayane and St. Hripsime; and marvel at the 7th-century Zvartnot Temple.

Get out of the city and learn about the cultural and historical heritage of Armenia on this full-day private tour. Depart from Yerevan in an air-conditioned vehicle equipped with WiFi and make your way to Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery, Zvartnots Temple, and more. Visit with ease with included entry tickets.

Combine visits to Echmiadzin Monastery and UNESCO-protected Zvartnots Temple during this full-day excursion from Yerevan. Travel comfortably in a Wi-Fi-equipped private vehicle with local sweets, bottled water, and admission tickets included. Learn about Armenia's spiritual center at one of the world's oldest cathedrals and dive into the country's rich history.

Echmiatsin is the holy center of the Armenian Apostolic Church, the oldest state-built church in the world. Here everyone can visit the museum “Treasures of Echmiatsin” to see the Holy Lance (Spear), relics belonging to Apostles of Jesus and John the Baptist, and a fragment of Noah's Ark. Saint Hripsime Church is a 7th-century Armenian Apostolic church. The church was built by Catholicos Komitas over the remains of the martyred Saint Hripsime to whom the church is dedicated. The Church of Saint Gayane is a 7th-century Armenian church located again in Etchmiadzin. St. Gayane was built by Catholicos Ezra I in 630. This church is dedicated to the abbess Gayane and was built at the place where saint Gayane was tortured. Zvartnots temple, built in the 7th century near Ejmiatsin is an outstanding monument of world architecture. In 2000, Zvartnots, along with the churches of St. Hripsimeh, St. Gayaneh and the Mother Cathedral in Echmiadzin, was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

History enthusiasts and spiritual seekers alike will enjoy this private guided tour to some of the most important religious sites in Armenia. Learn more about Paganism and Christianity in Armenia while exploring beautiful buildings and other historic sites. These include the UNESCO-listed Zvartnots Temple, the 1st century Garni Temple, and Khor Virap Monastery, with great views of Mt. Ararat.

Armenia is dotted with UNESCO churches, but seeing them can be tricky without hiring a car. On this tour, travel from your hotel in a comfortable private vehicle to three churches. Visit St. Hripsime Church, and continue on to the 7th-century Church of St. Gayane. Stop at Etchmiadzin Cathedral, which dates to the 4th century.

Visit five UNESCO-protected heritage sites in Armenia in just a handful of hours during this private, half-day excursion from Yerevan. Ride comfortably from the capital by air-conditioned vehicle, with hotel pickup and drop-off offered free of charge. Highlights include Saint Hripsime Church, one of the country’s oldest surviving churches, the 7th-century Zvarnots Temple, the Armenian Alphabet Monument, and two centuries-old monasteries, Saghmosavank and Echmiadzin.

Get out of the city and experience some of Armenia’s Christian heritage on this private tour. Depart from your Yerevan hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a driver and make your way to Khor Virap Monastery. Admire the views of the biblical Mount Ararat, then continue on to Echmiadzin, the spiritual center of Armenia.

On this tour you will head out of the city to visit the archaeological site of the 7th century ruins of the UNESCO listed Zvartnots, its remaining columns set against a magnificent backdrop of the snowy peaks of Mount Ararat. We continue on to Armenia’s Holy City of Echmiadzin, the former capital, where we plan to visit the UNESCO listed Echmiadzin Cathedral. • Visit the ruins of the 7th century temple Zvartnots • Admire the beauty of Holy City Echmiadzin • Opportunity to visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites • Get acquainted with the history and religion of Armenia • See a piece of the cross on which Christ was crucified

Explore Armenia’s rich history and mesmerizing architecture on this half-day tour from Yerevan. Visit the iconic 7th-century Zvartnots Temple, wander through the medieval churches of St. Gayane and St. Hripsime, and discover the Echmiadzin Mother Cathedral—one of the oldest cathedrals in the world. For your convenience, hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Enjoy private day trip to one of the most beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Discover Armenia's UNESCO-listed monuments & architectural wonders: Cathedral of Etchmiadzin, the “capital ” of Armenian Apostolic Church and the Archaeological Site of Zvartnots. Visit Geghard, a medieval monastery and see Garni, a pagan temple dedicated to the Sun God. Admire the best view of the biblical Mount Ararat.

Seeing the major religious sites of Echmiadzin, Zvartnots, Garni, and Geghard from Yerevan in one day is tricky without a car. On this full-day tour, travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle to all of them. Depart from your Yerevan hotel and make your way to Etchmiadzin Cathedral. Continue on to St. Hripsime Church, St. Gayane Church, Zvartnots Temple, and notice the variety of architecture. Visit the ancient pagan temple of Garni before heading to Geghard Monastery.

Visit one of Armenia’s most spiritually significant sites—along with three other landmarks—in just a handful of hours during this half-day private tour of Echmiadzin Monastery. Tours include comfortable, climate-controlled vehicle transfers and hotel pickup and drop-off. Other highlights include Saint Hripsime Church, Saint Gayane Church, and 7th-century Zvartnots Temple.

Spiritual & Historical Wonders: Etchmiadzin & Zvartnots Discover the heart of Armenia’s faith and history on this unforgettable journey. Visit Etchmiadzin, the world’s first Christian cathedral, where sacred relics and stunning frescoes bring centuries of devotion to life. Then, explore the majestic ruins of Zvartnots, a 7th-century architectural marvel set against the breathtaking backdrop of Mount Ararat. Walk in the footsteps of history, capture stunning views, and immerse yourself in Armenia’s spiritual heritage. Book your experience today!

Step into Armenia’s spiritual heart on a private journey where history is felt, not just told. Begin at Khor Virap Monastery, where the breathtaking Mount Ararat dominates the horizon. Continue to Echmiadzin Mother Cathedral, the cradle of Armenian Christianity. End your journey at the Zvartnots Temple ruins, a UNESCO-listed masterpiece where history meets the sky. With less history and more admiration, this private tour lets you fully absorb the beauty and atmosphere—without the rush. Complimentary pick-up and drop-off from your Yerevan city center accommodation included.

Visit churches of Echmiatsin and Zvartnots temple, which together make up a remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site! During this 5-hour private tour you will see a series of landmarks, from Echmiadsin Cathedral to Saint Hripsime Church, Saint Gayane Church, and the 7th-century Zvartnots Cathedral. Choose one of the presented individual tours, customized it or create your private tour in Armenia with Jan Armenia Tours and Travel! Book with us & Let us show you the Land of old Legends, Biblical Stories and Ancient History!

This convenient pass gets you discounts and freebies at Yerevan's best restaurants, hotels, cafes, and attractions. The pass includes a free airport transfer, public transportation, and one-time entrances to many of the city’s top museums, galleries, and attractions. You can also take tours including a double-decker bus city tour, Ararat brandy company tour, guided-tours in Armenia and more.

Visit four of Armenia’s most popular historical attractions during this full-day private tour from Yerevan. Learn about the country’s millennia-old heritage as you explore sites like ancient Garni Temple, medieval-era Geghard Monastery, and iconic Zvartnots Temple. Ride comfortably between stops in an air-conditioned and Wi-Fi-equipped private vehicle. Admission tickets, hotel transfers, and bottled water are provided.

This is the religion center of Armenia.Here you can see the first official christian church in the world and also the spear (t.Geghard) by which Jesus was wounded.

Discover the first Christian church in the world: Holy Echmiadzin dating back to the 4th century, as well as the churches of St. Hripsime and St. Gayane and the ruins of Zvartnots Temple, which reveal the religious and architectural uniqueness of the country. Travel to the north of Armenia from Yerevan and explore all its beauty from fascinating monasteries of Goshavank, Haghartsin and Sevanavank to the blue gem of Armenia-Lake Sevan, surrounded by a vast chain of mountains with "Yerani Travel".

Escape the capital and spend the day visiting some of Armenia's most-important religious sites. This private tour is exclusively for your party and lets you skip the hassle of driving or tackling public transit. You'll see the UNESCO-listed Echmiadzin Mother Cathedral, the very first Christian cathedral in the world; the churches of St. Gayane and St. Hripsime, both dedicated to Christian women martyrs, the UNESCO-listed ruins of Zvartnots, built in the seventh century, and the Sardarapat Memorial that commemorates the Armenian victory over the Turks in 1918..

Get an in-depth understanding of Armenian Christianity with ease on this private tour. Depart from your Yerevan accommodation in an air-conditioned vehicle suited to the number of participants in your group. Head to see a variety of churches and monasteries, including the Echmiadzin Monastery Complex, Zvartnots Temple, Saint Hripsime Church, and more.

Enjoy a 3 Day Private Tour to explore the most amazing attractions of Armenia, rich history & culture. You are free to find yourself your meals & book accommodation according to your taste or spending less. Discover Armenia's UNESCO-listed monuments & architectural wonders. Admire the best view of the biblical Mount Ararat. Explore the most amazing attractions of Armenia. Take cable car Wings of Tatev, the longest reversible cableway in the world. Enjoy your stay in our country.