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Visit the Harichavanak Monastery, Black Fortress, and the bustling city of Gyumri on a full-day tour from Yerevan that explores Armenian history and culture. You’ll see 7th-century architecture carved from red stone, take in the exterior of the Black Fortress, and learn about Gyumri’s diverse peoples. This tour departs from a central location in Yerevan and includes entrance fees, all transport, and light refreshments..

Visit the most notable sights outside of Yerevan with ease on this private tour. Depart from Yerevan in an air-conditioned vehicle with a guide and stop at Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery, Lake Sevan, Sevanavank Monastery, and the city of Dilijan. Learn about the history of Christianity in Armenia from your guide.

Explore the western part of Armenia. Visist Oshakan church, which is famous for being the burial place of Saint Mesrop Mashtots - the creator of the Armenian alphabet. During the recent years, the entrance to the church was decorated with 36 khachkars (cross-stones), depicting the 36 original letters of the Armenian alphabet created by Saint Mesrop. Karmravor Church, which is one of the most charming churches of Armenia. It's of the color red, which is the main reason why the church is called Karmravor (meaning “reddish”). The building is made of brown tuff. Hovhannavank is an Armenian Apostolic Church situated atop a steep gorge carved by the Kasakh river. Saghmosavank monastery is also situated on the edge of gorge of Qasagh River. Elegance of the interior is highlighted by color design - its separate parts were not only made from red and black stones but also painted white, yellow and red.rs tour to the western part of Armenia.

Get an in-depth understanding of Armenian Christianity with ease on this private tour. Depart from your Yerevan accommodation in an air-conditioned vehicle suited to the number of participants in your group. Head to see a variety of churches and monasteries, including the Echmiadzin Monastery Complex, Zvartnots Temple, Saint Hripsime Church, and more.

Visit four of Armenia’s most iconic historical attractions during this full-day private excursion to Echmiadzin Monastery, Zvartnots Temple, Garni Temple, and the Monastery of Geghard. Tick off all four heritage sites in a single day, traveling in your own comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Tours include door-to-door pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Yerevan.

Visit one of Armenia’s most spiritually significant sites—along with three other landmarks—in just a handful of hours during this half-day private tour of Echmiadzin Monastery. Tours include comfortable, climate-controlled vehicle transfers and hotel pickup and drop-off. Other highlights include Saint Hripsime Church, Saint Gayane Church, and 7th-century Zvartnots Temple.

Travel comfortably between Georgia and Armenia during this private one-way transfer from Tbilisi to Yerevan (or from Yerevan to Tbilisi). Ride in your own chauffeured vehicle with air-conditioning and complimentary bottled water. Enjoy sightseeing stops along the way on request, from the protected forests of Dilijan National Park to stunning Lake Sevan.

Get out of the city for the day and discover some of Armenia's most historic sites. The private tour is exclusively for your party and introduces you to Armenian culture and history while visiting such landmarks as the Monastery of Khor Virap, Garni Temple, and the monastery of Geghard.

Visit the stunning, centuries-old monastery of Khor Virap—plus four other top Armenian attractions—during this private, full-day excursion from Yerevan. Travel in your own climate-controlled vehicle with a professional chauffeur. Other highlights include a tasting of regional Armenian wines, a stop in the cave of Areni (nicknamed “Bird Cave”), a visit to 13th-century Noravank Monastery, and a stroll alongside picturesque Jermuk Waterfall.

Full-day trip to Vayots Dzor region of Armenia. The first stop will be at Khor Virap Monastery in Ararat Valley. Here the Christian history of Armenia commenced in early 4-th century. Except the monastery you will also visit the underground dungeon, where St Gregory the Illuminator was kept for 13 years. The vista point here has one of the best views to mount Ararat. You will continue the way to the picturesque Gnishik canyon and reach Noravank Monastery surrounded by red rocks. Later you will have your lunch in an authentic restaurant near Arpa river. After the lunch you will go to Shatin village, where ecologists from Norway have constructed a fully equipped View Point in the heart of Yeghegis Protected Areas. You will be provided binoculars, with which you can watch watch WILD BEZOAR GOATS at a distance of 150-400 meters. Duration: 9-10 hours Total distance: 300 km

Go off the beaten track and uncover Yerevan's rich architectural history with this private tour. Learn about Armenian history and culture as you explore such notable sites as Matenadaran - The Museum of Ancient Manuscripts, the Monument of Mesrop Mashtots, Saint Gregory The Illuminator Cathedral, and Erebuni Town-Fortress.

Spend the day exploring some of Armenia's most spectacular landmarks while leaving all the travel planning to the local experts. This private tour from Yerevan is exclusively for your party and includes visits to the monastery of Khor Virap, resort town of Jermuk, and Areni, an ancient settlement famed for its wines.

Embark on a journey through a few of Armenia’s Christian sites during this private tour from Yerevan. Learn about the story of St. Gregory the Illuminator, who brought Christianity to the region, at the Khor Virap Monastery. Continue on to Noravank Monastery where you can see medieval structures dating back to the 13th century and cap off your day with a stop at Areni vineyard to sample Armenian wine.

Explore popular places in Armenia. You will have unforgettable impressions and enjoy the warm atmosphere. Our Friendly Local English/Russian-speaking drivers will give you the most important information about places. Moreover, we guarantee to send the most experienced drivers, who are great on the road and enthusiastic about what they do and providing you a safe trip.

Looking for a less-traditional tourist activity to do with the family or your travel group? Look no further, for our photoshoot has you covered. Providing a fun indoor activity for groups of all sizes, we will dress you in traditional Armenian clothing and stage you for that priceless holiday photo.

Explore the northeastern region of Armenia during this full-day private tour from Yerevan. Discover medieval monasteries, stunning lakes, national parks, and more over the course of the day. Listen to engaging commentary from your guide about the rich history and culture of Armenia and take in the views of the countryside from the top of the Tsakhkadzor Ropeway (own expense) and as you travel between each location.

Combine visits to three historic monasteries with stops at either Bird Cave or Areni Wine Factory during this full-day private tour from Yerevan. Ride comfortably in a private vehicle, with hotel transfers and bottled water provided. Visit the monasteries of Knor Virap, Tatev, and Noravank. Choose between tasting regional wines or exploring an ancient winery located within a cave. Upgrade to include an English or Russian-speaking guide.

Experience Armenian village life and get out of the city on this full-day tour from Yerevan. Travel from your centrally located departure point in an air-conditioned vehicle with a guide. Enjoy WiFi that lets you stay connected all day. Visit the Alphabet Monument and learn about the history of written language in Armenia from your guide. Visit Lake Kari and Amberd Fortress, dried fruits factory, and the Saghmosavank Monastery.

Get out of the city and experience some of Armenia’s Christian heritage on this private tour. Depart from your Yerevan hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a driver and make your way to Khor Virap Monastery. Admire the views of the biblical Mount Ararat, then continue on to Echmiadzin, the spiritual center of Armenia.

Explore Armenia beyond Yerevan with a private tour to the town of Tsaghkadzor. Get picked up at your hotel and admire mountain views during the drive. Visit the 11th century monastic complex of Kecharis and continue on to see panoramic views of Lake Sevan. Learn about history during a stop at the Sevanavank monastery.

The tour starts at 9:00am from the hotel, then you'll board a climate-controlled vehicle for the trip to southern Armenia. Tatev is known as the bishopric seat of Syunik and played a significant role in the history of the region as a center of economic, political, spiritual and cultural activity. In the 14th and 15th centuries, the monastery hosted one of the most important Armenian medieval universities, the University of Tatev, which contributed to the advancement of science, religion and philosophy, reproduction of books and development of miniature painting. Scholars of the Tatev University contributed to the preservation of Armenian culture and creed during one of its most turbulent periods in its history. The monastery is the "best-known site" in Syunik. Wings of Tatev, a cableway from Tatev to Halidzor village was opened in October 2010. It was included in the Guinness World Records as world's "longest non-stop double track cable car.

Explore northern Armenia’s stunning landscapes and traditional heritage during this private, full-day excursion from Yerevan. Ride comfortably from the capital in a climate-controlled private vehicle with your own personal chauffeur. Highlights include the 9th-century monastery of Sevanavank, Lake Sevan, nature-filled Goshavank village, and the Hasghartsin church complex. Ride on the Tsaghkadzor ropeway at an additional cost.

Take a trip out of the city while skipping the hassle of traveling with a tour group or tackling public transit. This private tour is exclusively for your party and takes you directly from Yerevan to some of the country's most beautiful religious sites, including the monasteries of Haghpat and Sanahin and Odzun Church.

This tour will take you to the amazing historical and spiritual places where you will get acquainted with the most interesting stories and legends, Armenian architecture in different ages. Khor Virap Monastery has over a thousand-year history steeped in biblical events, mysticism. This monastery is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Armenia. According to a legend St. Gregory the Illustrator has been imprisoned there by King Tridates III for fourteen years. The ancient Armenian Monastery was built in the 5th century and is located near the Mount Ararat. Next we will visit the spiritual city of Echmiadzin where we will discover the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, St. Hripsime and St. Gayane churches. The next stop will be the Zvartnots Temple – located 5 km from Echmiadzin. It is the brightest landmarks of medieval Armenian architecture. Unfortuatly it survived only in ruins, but even the ruins will give you the splendid energy of majestic beauty.