Things to do in Yerevan
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Private Yerevan tour: Echmiadzin, Zvartnots, Garni, GeghardThis 8–9 hour private tour from Yerevan visits Echmiadzin Mother Cathedral (the first Christian cathedral in the world), the 7th-century ruins of Zvartnots, Garni temple (Armenia's only surviving pagan temple), and Geghard monastery, a 13th-century complex partially carved into rock. A professional guide in English or Russian leads the route; pickup and drop-off within Yerevan are included, along with an air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water and insurance. Entrance fees to Garni and Zvartnots are separate; lunch is not included. You choose between a guided tour or self-guided option, and group size determines the rate.Is it for me?Choose the guided option if you want the history and architecture explained at each stop—the 7th-century engineering of Zvartnots or the significance of Geghard's rock-carved design makes more sense with context. Go without a guide if you prefer to move at your own pace and spend time sitting quietly at each site, or if you're traveling solo or in a small group and want to keep costs down.
Private tour Armenia: Echmiadzin, Geghard, Garni & Khor VirapA private tour of Armenia covering five UNESCO and heritage sites—Echmiadzin Cathedral, Zvartnots, Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery and Khor Virap—with hotel pickup and transport by air-conditioned vehicle. The tour runs 7 to 8 hours and operates in all weather; a live guide in English or Russian is available on some options. Zvartnots Temple closes Mondays; on those days, the itinerary includes Symphony of Stones instead.Is it for me?Book with a guide if you want the history and the stories behind each site woven together; book without one if you prefer to move at your own pace and sit with each monastery or temple as long as you want. Either way, the vehicle and pickup mean you're not navigating between five remote sites on your own—you're moving through them as a coherent day instead of a scattered list.
Armenia Culture & Food Journey from YerevanStep into Armenia’s living history as you bake lavash with locals near Garni, taste Areni wine in ancient cellars, and wander monasteries carved into cliffs. With every meal and story shared by your guide, you’ll feel more connected — not just to Armenia’s sights but its people too. These are memories you’ll carry long after you leave Yerevan behind.
Khor Virap, Noravank & Areni Winery Private Tour with PickupYou’ll travel from Yerevan with hotel pickup included, visiting Khor Virap monastery for views of Mount Ararat, exploring Noravank’s red cliffs and unique church art, stepping into Bird’s Cave where ancient artifacts were found, then tasting local Areni wine at a family-run winery. Expect quiet moments, real stories from your guide, and memories that linger well after you’re home.
Tbilisi to Yerevan Private Transfer with Monastery StopsYou’ll travel between Tbilisi and Yerevan in comfort, stopping at two historic monasteries along the way. This isn’t just a transfer—it’s a relaxed journey with real local flavor, easy pacing, and plenty of chances to see Armenia up close.
Armenia: Tatev Monastery tour with wine tasting & Khor VirapYou’ll ride the world’s longest tramway to reach Tatev Monastery, taste local Armenian wines near Noravank, feel the spray at Shaki Waterfall, and stand where legends began at Khor Virap. With stories from your guide and small moments along the way, it’s an Armenia day trip you’ll remember long after the drive home.
Armenia: Garni Temple, Geghard & Lake Sevan Private TourYou’ll feel Armenia’s layers of history as you stand among Garni’s ancient columns, wander through Geghard’s shadowy rock chambers, and look out over Lake Sevan’s endless blue. With a local guide handling all logistics and sharing stories along the way, you’ll get both comfort and connection on this private tour.
Private 2-Day Armenia Tour: Khor Virap, Areni, Tatev & GorisYou’ll travel deep into Armenia’s south—sampling local wines in Areni, climbing ancient monasteries at Noravank and Tatev, crossing swinging bridges in Khndzoresk, and hearing legends come alive from locals who know every hidden corner. If you want real stories—not just photos—this tour is for you.
Yerevan to Garni, Geghard, Sevan & Dilijan Private Day TourYou’ll taste sharp mountain air at Charents Arch, touch ancient columns at Garni Temple, listen for echoes inside Geghard Monastery’s rock-cut halls, and watch clouds sweep across Lake Sevan before wandering Dilijan’s quiet streets. This private day trip from Yerevan weaves together Armenia’s pagan roots and Christian history with local stories — it lingers long after you return.
Yerevan to Tatev Monastery, Noravank & Shaki Waterfall Day TripA 12-hour day trip from Yerevan visits three of southern Armenia's most significant sites: Noravank Monastery set against towering red canyon walls, Tatev Monastery reached by the Wings of Tatev Ropeway gliding above Vorotan Gorge, and Shaki Waterfall cascading into a natural basin. An English-speaking guide and air-conditioned vehicle handle the route and timing; you choose whether to add the ropeway ticket at checkout.Is it for me?The 12-hour commitment means you leave early and return late, so plan this as your main activity for the day—it does not fit alongside a morning flight or an evening engagement. If you want to add the ropeway ticket, the choice is yours at checkout; the tour reaches Tatev Monastery either way, though the cable car crossing is the more dramatic approach.
Lake Sevan & Sevanavank: Day Trip with Food TastingYou’ll ride out from Yerevan to Lake Sevan with a local guide who knows every curve of the road. Climb ancient monastery steps above blue water, sample warm bread from friendly hands, and taste fresh-caught trout right by the shore. Let mountain air clear your head — this day isn’t about rushing anywhere.
Garni Temple, Geghard & Lake Sevan day trip from YerevanA day tour from Yerevan visiting Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery and Sevanavank on Lake Sevan, with hotel pickup, an English or Russian-speaking guide, and transport by minivan. The route covers seven hours and takes in three of Armenia's most visited historical sites. Lunch is not included; plan to eat at the lake or bring provisions.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're staying in Yerevan without a car—pickup from your hotel and the fixed seven-hour schedule mean you don't arrange transport or navigate between sites yourself. The minivan and guide handle the logistics, so the day holds together without building it piece by piece.
