Yerevan to Tbilisi Transfer: Lake Sevan & Sevanavank Monastery

The monastery sits on an island in the middle of the lake, reachable only during this drive.

A private transfer between Yerevan and Tbilisi that stops at Lake Sevan and Sevanavank Monastery, letting you explore Armenia's landscapes without renting a car or booking separate tours. The route takes five to six hours, with flexible timing to photograph the lake and walk the monastery grounds. Bottled water, air conditioning, and a driver who knows the stops come included.

Options for this experience

2 options

From US$ 190 per group, depending on the option and date you choose.See dates & book

1-3 travelers 11:00, 11:30 and 12:00 Up to 3 per booking pickup is included

4-6 travelers 10:00, 11:00 and 12:00 Up to 6 per booking pickup is included

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Step-by-step itinerary

Private transfer with scenic stops

• Depart from Yerevan
• Stop at Lake Sevan
• Visit Sevanavank Monastery
• Cross Armenia–Georgia border
• Arrive in Tbilisi

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned vehicle for one to three travelers or four to six travelers (your choice at checkout).
• bottled water.
• WiFi during the drive.
• hotel pickup in Yerevan.
• parking fees and fuel surcharge.

Times

• Every day 10:00 11:00 11:30 12:00

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Before you book

Group Private

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup included.

Book up to 4h before

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort

Operated by Memory Maker Travel Armenia

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

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The experience

The transfer itself is the sightseeing. Instead of a straight shot between capitals, you stop at Lake Sevan, Armenia's largest freshwater lake, and at Sevanavank Monastery, which sits on a peninsula jutting into the water. The driver handles the route and knows where to pull over for the best views. You decide how long to stay at each stop and whether to walk the monastery grounds or just photograph from the shore. This works because the border crossing and the scenic stops fit into the same five to six hour window, so you're not adding time to a journey you'd make anyway.

The vehicle is air-conditioned and seats either one to three travelers or four to six, depending on which option you book at checkout. Bottled water is included, as is WiFi during the drive. Pickup from your Yerevan hotel is part of the service, so you don't arrange separate transportation to the starting point. The driver provides information about what you're seeing and helps with logistics (where to park, which paths lead to the best views, how long you have before the border crossing), but the pace is yours.

Meals are not included, so plan to eat before you leave Yerevan or bring something for the road. The border crossing itself is straightforward. The driver manages the paperwork side of things. By the time you reach Tbilisi, you'll have seen two of Armenia's most photographed sites without the hassle of coordinating separate tours or navigating the drive solo.

Top questions

Can I stop at Lake Sevan for as long as I want?

Lake Sevan is a flexible stop, so you choose how long to stay and what you do there: swim, photograph, walk the shore, or sit and look. The overall trip is five to six hours, so the driver will guide you on timing to stay on schedule for the border crossing and arrival in Tbilisi.

What is Sevanavank Monastery and how do I get there?

Sevanavank Monastery is a historic Armenian monastery on a peninsula in Lake Sevan. It's reachable by a short walk from where the vehicle parks, and you can explore the grounds at your own pace during the stop.

Do I need to arrange my own pickup in Yerevan?

No. Pickup from your Yerevan hotel is included in the transfer, so the driver collects you before heading toward Lake Sevan and the border.

What happens at the Armenia-Georgia border?

The driver handles the border crossing and assists with the process. The crossing is part of the five to six hour journey, and the driver knows the procedures and timing.