Things to do in Armenia, Armenia: The Best Wine Tours & Tastings

March 28, 2022 Carley Gatson

Discover the best top things to do in Armenia, Armenia including 11-Day Georgia and Armenia Tour from Tbilisi, Gastronomic Tour in Armenia, Private Tour: Khor Virap, Areni, Noravank, Jermuk, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia Tour 12 days, Private tour to Hin Areni winery, Shaki waterfall, Tatev monastery, Karahunj, Private tour to Khor Virap, Areni winery, Noravank, Garni, Geghard, Khor Virap, Noravank, Kecharis, Sevanavank/ 3 days in Armenia , 2 days and 1 night private tour to Khor Virap, Areni, Noravank, Goris, Tatev., Private tour to Tatev cable car and Tatev monastery, Private tour to Khor Virap,Areni winery,Noravank,Tatev Monastery.
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1. 11-Day Georgia and Armenia Tour from Tbilisi

Georgian Holidays
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11 days group tour to Georgia and Armenia will introduce you to the main highlights of two Caucasus countries. Often considered as the bridge between Europe and Asia, these lands hold unique enchantments for the travelers to discover. The tour encompasses travelling by a comfortable coach and with expert guides. You will take guided excursion to the major attractions: Tbilisi, Mtskheta, Borjomi, Yerevan and Gyumri; have short off-road adventure from Kazbegi to Gergeti mountain; explore the ancient two cave towns in Uplistsikhe and Vardzia; visit UNESCO heritage sights and taste national cuisine. The group is “Guaranteed to run” after 2 people book this tour.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Accommodation 10 x overnights in 3* hotels, Breakfast, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private transportation, Bottled water, 1 x wine tasting in the village Areni on day 9, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Visa fees, Tbilisi Airport transfers, Air tickets

Reviewed By M D

Excellent remote walking tour of the old city of Tbilisi with Bacho via internet. The technology worked well and Bacho has perfect English. Bacho is a friendly and very well informed guide. It was wonderful to get a taste of this beautiful and interesting looking city in the only way possible in current circumstances. Georgia is now very high on my list of countries to visit when circumstances allow and I will not hesitate to contact Bacho and Georgian holidays to help plan my trip. Highly recommended. Many thanks. Mike Davey England

2. Gastronomic Tour in Armenia

Feel Armenia by Fairyland Hospitality Group
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Depart from your country and start a nice journey to Armenia, the country full of picturesque mountainous landscapes, ancient sights, delicious cuisine and exciting monasteries!

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Bottled water, Food tasting, Food Master Classes

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Flight tickets

Reviewed By 977RobertC977

Feel Armenia arranged an one day private tour for me around Yerevon, Armenia in January 2020. This tour gave me an overview about the mountains, the lakes, the culture, the history, the religion and the food. Feel Armenia did a great job to present Armenia. The tour guide, Ms. Hasmik Evoyan is very knowledgeable, helpful and communicates very well. Armenia is beautiful country. Armenians are friendly and wonderful people with great culture heritage . I will definitely return to Armenia for longer stay.

3. Private Tour: Khor Virap, Areni, Noravank, Jermuk

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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

Reviewed By rathana2020

Our guide Shushan has such a warm personality, very friendly and highly motivated. ( truly recommendable!). I really enjoyed the walk through the city. The scenery was beautiful, a city with a rich history, friendly people and superb food. All respect to Gira travels who does a great job there; with Shushan; a true sample of an excellent tour guide! Many thanks again and I recommend Gira travels to everyone!

4. Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia Tour 12 days

Azcot Hotel, 20 Nigar Rəfibəyli, Bakı, Azerbaijan Sakura
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Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia Tour 12 days Discover three countries Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan- in just one tour. The soaring Caucasus Mountains separate Europe from Asia, and the South Caucasus countries are on that borderline.  Inhabitants of Azerbaijan burned crude oil in their lamps before anyone knew what it was.  Beautiful, rocky Armenia was the first country to adopt Christianity as its official religion.  And Georgia, acclaimed for its fabulous food and drink, claims to be the first area to cultivate the wine grape. These countries are distinguished by their distinct histories, traditions, cultures and natural surroundings

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Comfortable A/C minivan, minibus or bus, English speaking guide service whole the tour, 1 bottle of mineral water without gas per person per day, Entrance fees in museums, Wine tasting

Exclusions: Any international flights, Travel insurance, Single room supplement, Service except described

Reviewed By Michael W

Firstly credit where it’s due - value for money on our tour of the Southern Caucuses was pretty good as it was half board. The downside of that was that we never got to choose any of our own food and, although there was a variety of dishes served, it’s not the same as having a free choice. Secondly, the tour started each morning right after breakfast, went on all day and finished by going straight to dinner in the evening. This meant no free time at all which isn’t good when you’re visiting foreign countries. Finally, all of our tour group wanted to visit a bazaar one day, rather than yet another church. However, we were told that we weren’t allowed to. We didn’t appreciate being treated like children since all the group were between late 30s and late 70s.

5. Private tour to Hin Areni winery, Shaki waterfall, Tatev monastery, Karahunj

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This private tour will take you to the inspiring and impressive sites of Armenia in southeastern direction. The first stop is going to be in the old village Areni, where a 6000-year-old winery was found. You will enjoy here wine tasting and a tour around "Hin Areni" factory. Next is Shaki waterfall, located in one of the coziest and nicest corners of Syunik province, gloriously opening its striking beauty to all the admirers. Further on the route there comes a flight on the longest reversible cableway in the World – "Wings of Tatev" and a visit of the unique Tatev monastery complex. On the way back to Yerevan you will visit the ancient observatory Karahunj. The petroglyphs (paintings on rocks), found nearby, indicate that primitive man in Armenia had certain information about astronomy.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Professional English or Russian speaking guide service (in case you choose this option), Insurance of the vehicle and passengers (in case of accident)

Exclusions: Lunch, Hin Areni tasting at 700 AMD ~ 1.5$ per person, Tatev cable-car ticket at 7000 AMD ~ 15$ per person

Reviewed By 242chrissyb

We would like to thank Hyur for an unforgettable experience we had in Armenia. Tigran, our guide, was warm, friendly and kind. He was extremely knowledgeable and also flexible in terms of the activities that we did - we went on a boat ride on lake Sevan which wasn’t part of the itinerary and we also watched a lady bake bread. Arthur was our driver and he was fantastic and kind. Next time we visit Armenia, we will be booking more tours with Hyur!!! Thank you Tigran and Arthur for making our day so special and memorable!

6. Private tour to Khor Virap, Areni winery, Noravank

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Khor Virap is the place where Grigor Luisavorich (St. Gregory the Illuminator) was imprisoned for 13 years before curing King Trdat III of a disease. This caused the adoption of Christianity in Armenia in the year 301. In fact, the name Khor Virap means “deep pit”, named after the prison where St. Gregory the Illuminator was held. The next stop will be Monastery Noravank, which dates back to XIII—XIV centuries. The complex includes the 1339 St. Astvatsatsin (“Burtelashen”) sepulchre-church, St. Stepanos Nakhavka and gavit, the St. Grigor Church and Stepanos Orbelian Sepulchre, the remains of medieval chapels and residential quarters and a modern office and hall.  In the end of our trip you have an opportunity to taste armenian wine in Areni winery.

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

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By ArtinV2020

Great experience and wonderful tour guide. We had a great time with this tour company; they are knowledge, polite, professional and provide a great comfort for the tour. The car was comfortable, clean and warm during winter time, when we visited. Our tour guide Arthur was full of information and we had an exceptional place for dinner because he was greatly informed of the areas and offerings. the sites were exquisite and it was so much better with a safe and professional driver. Thanks Land Of Noah team for the unforgettable experience.

7. Garni, Geghard, Khor Virap, Noravank, Kecharis, Sevanavank/ 3 days in Armenia

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Enjoy the magnificent view of Mount Ararat from the monastery Khor Virap, get acquainted with the Armenian rich history, architecture and wine making traditions.

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

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Tsaghkadzor ropeway ticket

Reviewed By ArtinV2020

Great experience and wonderful tour guide. We had a great time with this tour company; they are knowledge, polite, professional and provide a great comfort for the tour. The car was comfortable, clean and warm during winter time, when we visited. Our tour guide Arthur was full of information and we had an exceptional place for dinner because he was greatly informed of the areas and offerings. the sites were exquisite and it was so much better with a safe and professional driver. Thanks Land Of Noah team for the unforgettable experience.

8. 2 days and 1 night private tour to Khor Virap, Areni, Noravank, Goris, Tatev.

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Private tour with modern car will fully demonstrate beauty of Armenia. Experienced driver/guide will show you hidden corners of Armenia and best spots for photography.Out of stops mentioned in itinerary you will have opportunity for much more. Best places for lunch and dinner will be suggested on the way.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By rathana2020

Our guide Shushan has such a warm personality, very friendly and highly motivated. ( truly recommendable!). I really enjoyed the walk through the city. The scenery was beautiful, a city with a rich history, friendly people and superb food. All respect to Gira travels who does a great job there; with Shushan; a true sample of an excellent tour guide! Many thanks again and I recommend Gira travels to everyone!

9. Private tour to Tatev cable car and Tatev monastery

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Traveling to south regions of Armenia with modern, well maintain car. Experienced driver/guide will assist you on the way and riding longest ropway in the world.

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Parking Fees

Exclusions: Breakfast, Lunch

Reviewed By rathana2020

Our guide Shushan has such a warm personality, very friendly and highly motivated. ( truly recommendable!). I really enjoyed the walk through the city. The scenery was beautiful, a city with a rich history, friendly people and superb food. All respect to Gira travels who does a great job there; with Shushan; a true sample of an excellent tour guide! Many thanks again and I recommend Gira travels to everyone!

10. Private tour to Khor Virap,Areni winery,Noravank,Tatev Monastery

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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

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Reviewed By mattshap717

Note: the private tour also included a trip to Echmiadzin and the Arch of Charents. This was a wonderful tour that I would recommend to anyone visiting Armenia interested in learning about its rich culture and history. My driver, Alen, and my guide, Eduard, were great to spend the day with, and I enjoyed every moment of the tour. Each site truly is magnificent, and most are unlike anything you will see elsewhere in the world. This really is a unique opportunity to view history. Additionally, I must note that the Armenian people are incredibly hospitable. At one point, we pulled over on the side of the road to watch some ladies make traditional Armenian bread (which was delicious). Upon stopping, I was invited to join a group of Armenian men that were enjoying the bread with some delicious Armenian cheese. They even gave me a shot of vodka, really highlighting just how kind everyone here is and how much they appreciate meeting other people and learning about other cultures. Do not miss out on this tour if you are in Armenia!

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