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Armenian Wonders: Khor Virap to Geghard Monastery
4.9
66 Ratings
Yerevan
Explore Armenia’s rich history and stunning landscapes on a guided day trip from Yerevan to Khor Virap, Garni Temple, Geghard, and Azat Reservoir.
Explore Armenia’s rich history and stunning landscapes on a guided day trip from Yerevan to Khor Virap, Garni Temple, Geghard, and Azat Reservoir.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Khor Virap - Begin the journey with a visit to the Khor Virap Monastery, nestled at the base of the magnificent Mount Ararat. This is where Saint Gregory the Illuminator was held captive before introducing Christianity to Armenia, making it the first nation to embrace Christianity as its official religion.
- Azat Reservoir - Enjoy the tranquil…
- Khor Virap - Begin the journey with a visit to the Khor Virap Monastery, nestled at the base of the magnificent Mount Ararat. This is where Saint Gregory the Illuminator was held captive before introducing Christianity to Armenia, making it the first nation to embrace Christianity as its official religion.
- Azat Reservoir - Enjoy the tranquil and picturesque surroundings of the Azat Reservoir, perfect for capturing stunning photographs.
- Garni Temple - The Garni Temple, dating back to 77 A.D., is the only remaining pagan temple in the entire post-Soviet region. It stands elegantly on a high plateau overlooking the Azat River Gorge. The Greek-Roman bathhouse with its mosaic, composed of 30,000 natural stone pieces, along with the remnants of the royal palace, transports visitors to the 3rd century A.D.
- Symphony of Stones - The Symphony of Stones is a breathtaking natural marvel, featuring towering, column-like volcanic rock formations that create a stunning landscape.
- The Monastery of Geghard - The Geghard Monastery complex is another historical site included in this tour. St. Geghard represents the lance used by the Roman centurion to pierce Jesus after the crucifixion. This lance was later brought to Armenia and preserved in the Geghard Monastery for five centuries. The complex showcases 13th-century Armenia, considered the Golden Age of the country’s architecture. The most remarkable aspect of this complex is its architectural design, with churches carved into solid rock, constructed according to Armenian architectural principles.
- Charent’s Arch - Charents Arch offers a spectacular view of Mt. Ararat and its surrounding valley.
What's Included
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lavash baking and tasting
- Snacks
- Guide service
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lavash baking and tasting
- Snacks
- Guide service
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Lunch
Additional Information
Embark on an unforgettable journey to discover Armenia’s most iconic landmarks.
Begin at Khor Virap Monastery, where stunning views of Mount Ararat offer the perfect photo opportunity. Proceed to the tranquil Azat Reservoir, encircled by the gentle Yeranos Mountains.
Visit the 1st-century Garni Temple, the sole remaining pagan temple in the Caucasus,…
Embark on an unforgettable journey to discover Armenia’s most iconic landmarks.
Begin at Khor Virap Monastery, where stunning views of Mount Ararat offer the perfect photo opportunity. Proceed to the tranquil Azat Reservoir, encircled by the gentle Yeranos Mountains.
Visit the 1st-century Garni Temple, the sole remaining pagan temple in the Caucasus, dedicated to the sun god Mihr. Be amazed by the nearby Symphony of Stones, a remarkable basalt formation sculpted by nature over thousands of years.
Explore the rock-hewn Geghard Monastery and enjoy the experience of traditional Lavash baking in a Tonir.
History, nature, and authentic culture — all in one inspiring day.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(66 Ratings)
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Epingy
Jan 27, 2026
A Pleasant Winter Surprise in Armenia - It was a great winter day experience in Armenia — especially coming from a tropical island. While the cold takes some getting used to, it adds extra charm as it’s the off-peak season, allowing you to wander freely without crowds during the day trip.
The tour was very well organised, with smooth transitions from one stop to the next. As the only non-Russian speaker in the group, I truly appreciated Rubina, my day guide, who kindly multitasked between Russian and English, sharing insightful details about Armenian history, culture, people, and local life. We were also lucky with the weather — the sun came out, and we managed to see both mountains at the end of the tour at the Charents Arch. I was also wowed by the restaurant where we had lunch, offering a beautiful mountain view and a relaxing break before continuing the rest of the tour.
A practical tip: wear proper shoes, as it can be snowy and slippery, and wrap up well — it is cold.
Armenia feels like an underrated country with so much to offer and truly deserves more global attention. People may not seem overly friendly at first, but they are genuinely kind once you approach them with questions.
I came knowing very little about Armenia and left pleasantly surprised — especially by the delicious food and excellent wine.
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Riccardo_c
Jan 4, 2026
Recommended - The tour does everything it promises, there is no downtime other than transfer from place to place. Competent guide.
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一郎
Jan 3, 2026
It was very well organised and the guide was particularly good. - The guide lady was much better. They talked about history and culture in an easy-to-understand manner while explaining each historical site. It was a great day.
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D5855vsgiuseppeb
Dec 16, 2025
Top - Great guide, great English, great lavash is beautiful restaurant with views of the snowy mountains where we tasted it, beautiful landscapes, recommend
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Excursion17397236741
Dec 13, 2025
Amazing Armenia - This was a really beautiful tour with our guide Sam who was dynamic and spoke very good English. His explanations were clear and he was funny.
The landscapes and monuments we got to see were truly unique. Armenia is a beautiful country !
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Snugly81
Dec 2, 2025
Excellent full-day tour, many spots...much fun - Edgar and Anastasia were special in driving (the first) and guiding and explaining (the second). The minivan was clean and comfortable, providing WiFi for us. The day was foggy and slightly raining but we explored many famous Armenian spots and we made lots of pictures. The small group was friendly and that made the tour more pleasant.
I recommend Yerani Travel, the company was very efficient and organised, with good communication with travellers since the booking of the tour.
Thank you
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Martinrt9832mt
Nov 29, 2025
Lovely experience - I enjoyed this experience. We saw Mt Ararat,had delicius fond,astonishing views and the Guide was friendly. So I rate this Tour 5/5.
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R5046bomariusa
Nov 20, 2025
Perfect 5*+ - Everything was perfect. 5 stars plus for everything. Schedule was on track, safe driving, time management, language and soft skills.
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Stefpela
Nov 16, 2025
Beautiful day - The tour fully met our expectations. The guide, very knowledgeable, guided us beautifully in all the places visited and the proposed restaurant for lunch (for a fee, but with really acceptable prices) was much appreciated.
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Gyorgys2023
Nov 15, 2025
Excellent - Excellent tour with a five star guide. She was very informative and kind. The places we visited were amazing. The Armenien landscape was beautiful.
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