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See the most impressive sites around Yerevan in just one day with this private tour. First travel to Khor Virap Monastery, where Noah’s Ark is said to have landed. Then head to Areni Winery and taste world-famous Armenian wines, before visiting Bird’s Cave and finally the impressive Noravank Monastery. With hotel pick up and a private driver included, this is sure to be a stress-free experience.

Skip the taxi lines and treat yourself to a punctual pre-scheduled ride from the airport during this private one-way transfer between Zvartnots International Airport to any location within Yerevan. Enjoy a front-door pickup from either your hotel lobby or the airport arrivals hall. Ride comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional English or Russian-speaking chauffeur. Private car transfers include luggage assistance as needed.

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!

Head to Khor Virap: one of the well-known pilgrimage sites for the Armenians. From here admire the panoramic view of Mt. Ararat, Armenia's most famous symbol and the highest mountain in Armenian Highland will give you a memorable image of snow-capped Mt. Ararat in all its glory. Continuing the tour head to Areni. Discover the Vayots Dzor earth, beauty, art and nature then visit one of the famous local wineries, taste high-quality white and red wines, get a chance to learn everything about winemaking. Next, go to explore the ancient cave formations, high chambers and huge stalactites and stalagmites of Areni cave 1. Enter the cave and walk along safe boardwalks into narrow chambers: especially noteworthy is the discovery, deep in the cave, of the world’s oldest presently known wine pressing installation, dating back to around 4000 BC and of the world’s oldest leather shoe. Further, you will continue to Noravank: one of the greatest Medieval monasteries of Armenia.

Discover UNESCO World Heritage–listed attractions in Armenia including Etchmiadzin Cathedral, Saint Hripsime Church and Saint Gayane Church on this 4-hour tour from Yerevan. Visit Etchmiadzin Cathedral — home of the Armenian Apostolic Church — in Vagharshapat with a guide and gain insight Armenia’s traditional religious beliefs. Explore Saint Hripsime Church — one of Armenia’s oldest surviving churches — and listen as a guide sheds light on the life of Catholicos Komitas. Then, visit Saint Gayane Church (the third of Vagharshapat’s UNESCO–listed sites) and learn of Armenia’s conversion to Catholicism.

Local, Seasonal Ingredients: All the dishes featured on this Wild Food Adventure are prepared using seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms or foraged from the forest. Native, Authentic Recipes: With the support of an expert Armenian food historian, your hosts have created a menu that is true to the culinary heritage of the region, preserving and sharing local food traditions with travelers like you. Expertly Trained Local Hosts: Your hosts have been trained in the culinary arts, hygiene, food and waste management, environmental protection, first aid, and hospitality at the Yeremyan Academy, Armenia’s top culinary school, so that you can enjoy this experience in comfort. Untouched Natural Landscapes: This experience takes place in Dilijan National Park, one of four national parks in Armenia. Your hosts take all the necessary steps to ensure that the natural environment is left as it was before your experience.

Tatev is 9th century monastery complex high on the mountain with an unbelievable beautiful landscape.There you can also experience the longest aerway tramway in the world.

Checking out the nightlife in an unfamiliar city can feel intimidating. Join this pub crawl for guaranteed fun and the opportunity to make new friends. Visit some of Yerevan's liveliest pubs and get to know the locals.

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.