Top Yerevan Sightseeing Tours - page 4

History enthusiasts and spiritual seekers alike will enjoy this private guided tour to some of the most important religious sites in Armenia. Learn more about Paganism and Christianity in Armenia while exploring beautiful buildings and other historic sites. These include the UNESCO-listed Zvartnots Temple, the 1st century Garni Temple, and Khor Virap Monastery, with great views of Mt. Ararat.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Explore the southern regions of Armenia without the hassle of traveling with a group tour. This private tour from Yerevan takes you to Ararat, Vayots Dzor, and Syunik. You'll visit monasteries, see picturesque landscapes, and travel over the longest ropeway in the world.

Get an insider’s introduction to one of the world’s oldest wine-making cultures during this private wine-tasting tour in Aragatsotn. Admire green, hilly scenery as you travel between three family-run regional wineries. Learn how local wines are prepared from the grape to the bottle as you sample different varieties of reds and whites. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Yerevan are included.

Venture away from the city of Yerevan and spend the day in the Armenian countryside during this half-day private tour. Stop at the Tsakhkadzor ski resort to take a ride on the zipline (additional cost) and see the Kecharis Monastery. Then head to the volcanic Lake Sevan to admire the landscapes and perhaps go for a swim before ending at the 9th-century Sevanavank Monastery.

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.

Get out of the city and explore historic sites in the Armenian countryside with ease on this private tour. Depart from your Yerevan accommodation in an air-conditioned vehicle equipped with WiFi. Visit Saghmosavank Monastery, the Alphabet Monument, and Amberd Fortress and take time to learn about the sites from your driver-guide.

Explore Armenia’s rich history and mesmerizing architecture on this half-day tour from Yerevan. Visit the iconic 7th-century Zvartnots Temple, wander through the medieval churches of St. Gayane and St. Hripsime, and discover the Echmiadzin Mother Cathedral—one of the oldest cathedrals in the world. For your convenience, hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

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.

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

Our wonderful tour will take you to the famous mountain-ski resort - Tsaghkadzor. Here you will visit the 11th century monastery Kecharis. The next destination of this trip will be “The Jewel of Armenia” or the “Geghama Sea” - Lake Sevan, with Sevanavank Monastery.

Amberd is located on the Aragats mountain which is the highest mountain in modern Armenian territory.Very beautiful road and a lot of unexplainable phenomenonson the way.There is a part where you can see antigravitation zone where the river runs up.

During this one-day private tour you will visit Lake Sevan, Sevanavank, Tsaghkadzor city with Ropeway and Kecharis Monastery. Set 1900m above sea level and covering 1240 sq km, the vast expanse of Sevana Lich (Lake Sevan) is the largest lake in the Caucasus and one of the largest freshwater high-altitude lakes in the world. Sevanavank is located on the peninsula of Sevan. In 305, it was founded by St. Gregory the Illuminator, who built the church on the place of a pagan temple. The second stop is Tsaghkadzor city. It is a spa town in Kotayk province of Armenia, it is popular ski and climate destination. Here you will also visit wonderful medieval monastery Kecharis, it was built in the early-mid ages. Choose one of the presented individual tours, customize it or create your private tour in Armenia with Jan Armenia Tours and Travel! Book with us & Let us show you the Land of old Legends, Biblical Stories and Ancient History!

Due to this Private Yerevan City Tour - You will see the best of what this vibrant capital offers. - You will explore the most interesting sites, parts, squares and corners. - Your highly qualified & certified guide will share the rich and old historical past of Yerevan. - It will be super flexible tour adapted to your pace so you spend longer or shorter time if you prefer. - You can also have as many stops as you want to see as many sites in Yerevan as you would like apart from the mentioned ones as there is no time limit. You are more than welcome to take unforgettable memories of Yerevan!

Private half day tour to Byurakan astronomic Observatory and Orgov Radio-optical telescope with comfortable and well maintained car. English speaking driver/guide will assist you on the way.

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.

Visit five UNESCO-protected heritage sites in Armenia in just a handful of hours during this private, half-day excursion from Yerevan. Ride comfortably from the capital by air-conditioned vehicle, with hotel pickup and drop-off offered free of charge. Highlights include Saint Hripsime Church, one of the country’s oldest surviving churches, the 7th-century Zvarnots Temple, the Armenian Alphabet Monument, and two centuries-old monasteries, Saghmosavank and Echmiadzin.

Tick off a handful of Armenia’s most celebrated attractions during this full-day private tour. Enjoy stunning Mt. Ararat views from Khor Virap Monastery, explore the 13th-century monastery complex of Noravank, taste Armenia’s unique wine varieties at Areni Wine Factory, and ride to hilltop Tatev Monastery on the “Wings of Tatev” cable car. Ground transfers are included; the tasting and cable-car rides are purchased separately.

Even if you don't have the time to spend overnight in the Republic of Georgia, you can still see the main highlights of Tbilisi with this private tour from Yerevan. After getting picked up from your hotel you'll head directly for the Georgian capital where you will explore the Narikala fortress, statue of Mother Georgia, Peace Bridge, the Anchiskhati Basilica, and more.