Top Yerevan Archaeology Tours - page 2

Experience the charm of Yerevan, Tsaghkadzor, Kecharis, and Lake Sevan on a private tour tailored to. your interests. Wander through the historic Kecharis Monastery, savor a lakeside lunch at Lake Sevan (additional charge), and add a thrill with an optional ropeway ride in Tsaghkadzor. With convenient hotel pickup, drop-off, and a flexible itinerary, this tour is all about making your day unforgettable.

Get out of Yerevan and explore some of the best nature, history and culture Armenia has to offer. Visit Amberd Fortress, Armenia’s largest fortress, see the beautiful Lake Kari, and finally make your way to the modern astronomy center of Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory. With hotel pick-up offered, this is a convenient way to get out of the capital and see another side of the country.

Travel 40 minutes from Yerevan to Khor Virap, the most visited pilgrimage site in Armenia. This is the site where the man who would become Saint Gregory was held in a claustrophobic pit (still viewable) for 13 years, kept alive by local Christians. Learn about the history of Christianity and Catholicism in the country, all in the shadow of Mt. Ararat, the national symbol of Armenia.

Discover Armenia’s deep spiritualism during this private tour from Garni. Over the course of the day, visit Garni Temple, a pagan monument dedicated to the sun god Mithra, and the monasteries of Geghard and Sevanavank, both important to Armenian Christians. Admire the unique architecture of each location and listen to engaging commentary from your guide about Armenia’s religious history.

Escape the capital and spend the day visiting some of Armenia's most-important religious sites. This private tour is exclusively for your party and lets you skip the hassle of driving or tackling public transit. You'll see the UNESCO-listed Echmiadzin Mother Cathedral, the very first Christian cathedral in the world; the churches of St. Gayane and St. Hripsime, both dedicated to Christian women martyrs, the UNESCO-listed ruins of Zvartnots, built in the seventh century, and the Sardarapat Memorial that commemorates the Armenian victory over the Turks in 1918..

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.