Tsaghkadzor Ropeway Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Tsaghkadzor Ropeway. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Group Tour: Tsaghkadzor (Kecharis, Ropeway), Lake Sevan, Trout Barbecue Treat

• Private 6-7-Hour Tsaghkadzor, Kecharis, Lake Sevan, Sevanavank Tour from Yerevan

A single ride on the Tsaghkadzor Ropeway costs 3,000 dram, plus a 2,000 dram refundable deposit for the plastic card. Multi-day passes offer better value: a 1-day pass costs 12,000 dram, and a 7-day pass costs 63,000 dram. Children under 10 receive discounted rates: 9,000 dram for a 1-day pass and 37,000 dram for five days (passport ID required). Time-restricted refill cards are available for 8,000 dram and cover either a morning or afternoon session.

Yes, the Tsaghkadzor Ropeway is well worth visiting. The cable car climbs Mt. Teghenis, delivering panoramic views that attract both winter skiers and summer hikers. Guided tours combining the ropeway with other attractions in the area, such as Kecharis Monastery and Lake Sevan, offer great value and provide additional insights into the region while handling all the logistics.

Per one customer who booked the Group Tour: Tsaghkadzor (Kecharis, Ropeway), Lake Sevan, Trout Barbecue Treat, "Today's tour was an amazing experience. Our guide, Mania, and our driver, Joseph, were both incredibly professional and friendly. We visited the Tsaghkadzor Ropeway and Lake Sevan, and everything was well-organized and smooth. The views were breathtaking, the atmosphere was relaxing, and the whole tour felt memorable. Highly recommended!"

Tsaghkadzor is arguably Armenia’s best-known area for skiing, but the ropeway is popular in any season because of its stunning views overlooking the country. Expect lush snowfall in winter—ideal for hitting the slopes. In spring and summer, the thickly forested region is a main hub for trekking and horseback riding.

Tsaghkadzor Ropeway whisks visitors up to a maximum height of 9,249 feet (2,819 meters) in just 32 minutes. Many people go for the view alone. On clear days, particularly in winter, visitors can enjoy a panorama of Mt. Ararat—considered sacred to Armenians—all the way across the Turkish border.

While the Tsaghkadzor Ropeway is extremely safe, it requires visitors to jump on a moving chairlift, so you’ll need to make sure you’re wearing sturdy, non-slip footwear. If you’re traveling with children, make sure you’ve got a tight grip on them. Also, it’s always colder at the top, so bundle up.

Yes, many full-day itineraries departing from Yerevan include a stop at Tsaghkadzor Ropeway. This is a great option for all-inclusive transportation, as these tours generally include hotel transfers, too. Reaching the top takes around half an hour, leaving you plenty of time for other attractions, such as the Kecharis Monastery.

Yes—don’t worry, you’ll be able to warm up over a hot chocolate once you reach the top of the ropeway. Visitors can find a panoramic cafe and restaurant offering traditional Armenian dishes. There’s also a hotel complex for anyone looking to stay overnight, or perhaps even for several days.

Yes, there’s no reason to lug around your own gear. Anyone wishing to hit the slopes will be able to rent skis, snowboards, ski goggles, and safety helmets. Plus, these rental services are conveniently available onsite, so you won’t have to worry about how to transport heavy equipment.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting the Tsaghkadzor Ropeway. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Yerevan:

• Yerevan Cascade

• Republic Square

• Matenadaran (Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts)

• Armenian Genocide Museum (Tsitsernakaberd)

• ARARAT Museum

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Yerevan.