10 Sightseeing Tours in Armenia That You Shouldn't Miss

On this 10-11-hour tour you will visit Gyumri, the second largest city in Armenia. It is one of the main cultural centers of the republic, you will see the museum of urban life and national culture of Gyumri. Besides, there will be a chance to walk through the old streets of the town, visit black fortress and enjoy lunch in national restaurant (own expense). Finally visit 7th century Monastery Harichavank situated on the western slope of Mount Aragats, on a roky cape.

Inclusions: Professional guide: Russian group or English group + sometimes Armenian, Air-conditioned Transport, Light refreshments (water and sweets), Hotel pickup (centrally located hotels only), Free WiFi, Admissions

Exclusions: Lunch price (2900 - 3900 AMD = 6-8 USD), Hotel drop-off

Khor Virap Monastery is one of Armenia’s most important pilgrimage attraction with an amazing views of the sacred Mount Ararat where Noah's Arc landed. This is a full-day tour from Yerevan, travel by private vehicle with flexible time at attraction and for taking photos. After Khor Virap you will have a wine testing at Areni winery and visit Bird's Cave, the proceed to Noravank Monastery. At the end of the tour you will visit Jermuk spa town with its waterfall and thermal water gallery.

Inclusions: Professional driver, Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel surcharge and parking fee, Wine testing, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Entry tickets to attractions, Professional guide (upon request), Food and drinks (upon request), Gratuities

Our one-day tour is an amazing opportunity for those who are eager to get a wholesome impression about the capital of Georgia - Tbilisi.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle according to the number of participants

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See Tsaghkadzor, known as Valley of Flowers, on this 6-7-hour tour. Ride on the ropeway (optional) to admire whole the beauty of the place. Go to the Kecharis monastery complex in Tsaghkadzor before going to Lake Sevan, pearl of this mountainous country. Stop at the Sevanavank Monastery complex on Sevan Peninsula.

Inclusions: Professional English or Russian speaking guide service (if choosing "with a guide" option), Air-conditioned transport, Bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Lunch, Tsaghkadzor rope-way ticket at 2000 AMD ~ 4.50$ per person

Land of Noah offers a combined tour to Echmiadzn, Zvartnots, Khor Virap, Garni and Geghard during which you will get acquainted with the history of Paganism and Christianity in Armenia.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle according to the number of participants

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch

Explore most amazing attractions of Armenia! Visit Khor Virap monastery, a great place for embracing the most picturesque views of the mountain. Visit Garni, the only pagan temple which exists in Armenia before moving onto Geghard monastery, a complex which is carved in a cave and listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Inclusions: Professional English or Russian speaking guide service (if choosing "with a guide" option), Air-conditioned transport, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Garni entrance fee at 1500 AMD ~ 3.10 $ per person

Have a rest on the shore of Lake Sevan, pearl of this mountainous country and one of the largest freshwater high-altitude lakes in Eurasia. You will also visit Sevanavank, a monastery complex on Sevan peninsula. Currently a religious seminary functions here, which is not readily open to the public, the peninsula can be named the very point from where the whole beauty of the Lake Sevan is seen. You will then see Dilijan, otherwise referred to as "Armenian Switzerland" for its fantastic natural forests. The town is a part of Dilijan National Park. The next stop is Haghartsin, a 10th century monastery which has been recently renovated by donation of Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qassimi, the Ruler of Sharjah, who was impressed by the monastery when visited it. Goshavank is the final stop surrounded by green territories. Enjoy great views!

Inclusions: Professional English or Russian speaking guide service (if choosing "with a guide" option), Air-conditioned transport, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch

One of the best masters in Yerevan will host you in his studio. In the morning, private depart to Hambik’s open-air studio, from where we will unfold a huge collection of cross-stones that are exhibited all around the workshop. The masters advise wearing comfortable t-shirts for the class to make sure of your comfort and avoid polluting you with the cloud of orange dust that may cover your clothes, however, as it is renowned that no work of art can be created without a real effort. With the master’s guidance and supervision, you will be able to carve traditional Armenian patterns on a small piece of stone of volcanic origin called Tufa. Also, you will learn how to hold the chisel and create a masterpiece by placing the sharp edge against the stone. At the end of your traditional masterclass, you will take your hand-made piece of Armenia with you! This will take its place in your memory and heart, to be one of the reasons to come back to visit Armenia.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Supervision of Khachkar's master

Exclusions: Transport

Visiting the King Prison - Khor Virap Monastery complex ✔ Visit to Areni winery , tour inside the factory and wine tasting ,and continue to the ancient cave where the oldest shoe was found ✔ Continue to Noravank monastery ✔ Visit to the world's longest reverse cable car “Wings of Tatev” ✔ Visit to Tatev Monastery

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water

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Discover a big part of history of Armenia by visiting the Monastery of Khor Virap from Yerevan. It is quite difficult not to include Garni and Geghard in your list whilst travelling in Armenia. This fantastic tour will introduce you to the Pagan history of Armenia, and show the later spread of Christianity in the country.

Inclusions: WiFi on board, Bottle of Water, Garni Temple ticket - 1500 AMD per person, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional driver, Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel Pick up and Drop off

Exclusions: Food and drinks (upon request), Professional guide (upon request)