• Khor Virap - Khor Virap is the most famous pilgrimage site in Armenia, as it is directly connected with the adoption of Christianity. As a state religion, Christianity in Armenia was adopted in 301 due to endeavors of Saint Gregory The Illuminator, who, before converting King Trdat The 3rd to Christianity, was imprisoned in the dungeon, over which a church of Khor Virap monastery was built in the 17th century. From the monastery one can admire the stunning view of the Biblical Mount Ararat.

• Noravank Monastery - Passing a narrow road, surrounded by rocks of hundred caves, one discovers a scene of harmony of architecture with nature. The monastery, enshrined with fine architectural solutions and luxurious embellishments, is one of the brightest examples of Armenian architecture of the 13th century. Noravank consists of St. Karapet, St. Gregory The Illuminator churches and St. Astvatsatsin (Holy Mother of God) two-storey church, which is notable for its ideal constructive and sculptural work.

• Hin Areni Winery - Vayots Dzor and Areni village in particular has been the cradle of Armenian winemaking for millennia. “Hin Areni” wine factory opens up the doors of this region to the world to showcase the historic and indigenous Armenian grape varietals. At the winery the historic traditions of winemaking are well combined with state-of-the-art modern equipment. “Hin Areni” wine factory has the capacity to process over 250 tonnes of grapes.

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Khor Virap, translating to “deep dungeon,” is a historic Armenian monastery situated in the Ararat plain of Armenia, close to the sealed border with Turkey, approximately 8 kilometers (5.0 miles) south of Artashat in Ararat Province, within the ancient region of Artaxata. This monastery once housed a theological seminary and served as the residence of the Armenian Catholicos. Visitors can enjoy a breathtaking view of Mount Ararat from this location. Enhance your day with a delightful tour that begins at the Khor Virap monastery, an ideal spot for capturing stunning views of the sacred Mount Ararat. Following this, explore the Noravank monastery, renowned for its impressive architecture, featuring the two-story Church of the Holy Mother of God. Conclude the tour with a wine tasting at the “Hin Areni” wine factory, located in one of Armenia’s oldest settlements, celebrated for its exquisite wines. Additionally, the Areni-1 Cave, near the village of Areni in Armenia’s Vayots Dzor Province, is a notable archaeological site dating back over 6,000 years.

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