Overview
This one-day tour will take you to Lake Sevan and Sevanavank Monastery. Set 1900m above sea level and covering 1240 sq km, the vast expanse of Sevana Lich (Lake Sevan) is the largest lake in the Caucasus and one of the largest freshwater high-altitude lakes in the world.
Its colors and shades change with the weather, from azure to dark blue and a thousand shades in between. Sevanavank is located on the peninsula of Sevan. In 305, it was founded by St. Gregory the Illuminator, who built the church on the place of a pagan temple.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
On-board WiFi
Bottled water
Private tour
In-vehicle air conditioning
Guide service (optional)
Professional driver
Lunch
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We will pick-up you from your hotel!
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Lake Sevan
2 hours
The high-mountainous Lake Sevan is the “pearl of Armenia”. Lake Sevan – located at an altitude of 1,900 m above sea level in the center of the Armenian highland, 63 km northeast of the Armenian capital of Yerevan city and is the largest of the Caucasus lakes. From all sides, Sevan is surrounded by mountain ranges, offering a stunning view of alpine lake.. The lake is famous for its purest fresh water, and pure mountain air has a beneficial effect on health.
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Monastery Sevanavank
1 hour
The monastery complex Sevanavank is located on the peninsula of Sevan. In 305, it was founded by St. Gregory the Illuminator, who built the church on the place of a pagan temple. In the 9th century the princes of Syunik made Sevan a point of their suppurt. In 874 the wife of the Syunik prince Vassak and the daughter of the king Ashot Bagratuni – Mariam built here two churches – St. Arakeloc and St. Astvatcatcin. They are rich in various wood-carved capitals, a aprt of which is kept in the Armenia State Museum of History and in the Art Gallery of St. Petersburg (Hermitage). In 1869 a spiritual school opened in the complex. On the top of the mountain of the island the remnants of the church with a domed hall are preserved. The teritory of the cloister is rich in khachqars (cross-stones).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Yerevan).
Additional Information
- Infant meals not included
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Private Tour to Lake Sevan and Sevanavank Monastery
Can I cancel Private Tour to Lake Sevan and Sevanavank Monastery for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 5 hours.
What's included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Private tour
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Guide service (optional)
- Professional driver
What's not included?
- Lunch
Which places does it visit?
It visits Lake Sevan, Monastery Sevanavank.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in Russian, English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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