Top Yerevan Historical Tours

Spend a day in the Armenian mountains on a full-day tour from Yerevan to Lake Sevan, Monastery Sevanavank, Dilijan, Goshavank Monastery, and Haghartsin Monastery. After taking in a spectacular lake ringed by mountains, you’ll visit a series of centuries-old monasteries with fascinating history and architecture. This full-day excursion includes pickup and drop-off at a central location in Yerevan, entrance fees, and all transport for a hassle-free day of exploring.

Get out of Yerevan for a day of exploring Armenia on a full-day trip to Khor Virap, Norovank Monastery, T'rchuneri (Bird) Cave, and Areni, a wine-growing town in a scenic landscape. With a guide to help bring each destination to life, you’ll discover history, the natural world, and some of Armenia’s most distinctive wines. This full-day tour departs from central Yerevan, with pickup and drop-off at centrally located hotels, and includes entrance fees, light refreshments, and transport in a climate-controlled vehicle.

An excellent option for first-time visitors, this full-day tour includes several small adventures in one package. Visit Mt. Ararat, the country’s most famous landmark, and see the beautiful cliffs of Gnishik Canyon. Learn about Armenian history, visit religious sites, and taste Areni wine, which is said to be made from the oldest grape vines in the world.

Explore Armenia’s history with ease on this group tour. Travel comfortably in a vehicle with a driver outside of Yerevan. Visit the Temple of Garni, Geghard Monastery, and Azat Canyon, and learn about the history of each place from your guide. Stop at a viewpoint to see Mount Ararat in the distance.

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.

Yerevan is rich with culture and is one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities. Embark on a private walking tour of the Armenian capital and scratch the surface of its ancient history and culture. See key landmarks illuminated in the evening including Republic Square, Vernissage Market, and Swan Lake.

Touring Armenia can be tricky without your own transport, so skip the hassle by booking this guided tour from Yerevan, which focuses on the country's traditions. Discover the pagan temple of Garni and the monastic complex of Geghard, and try your hand at traditional lavash baking.

All you need is a clean safe car with a punctual English-speaking driver. So you made a great choice! The driver will be waiting for you in Yerevan Airport, at the entrance to "Arrivals" terminal, holding a NAME TAG with your name. If you have any difficulties to find our driver, call us immediately, as he is definitely there, waiting for you. Don't take local taxis who would say that they are waiting for you. Random drivers can approach to you and try to cheat you. Only continue your way who is holding the tag with YOUR NAME on it.

Ensure a smooth and hassle-free arrival in Yerevan during this one-way private transfer from the airport to the city center. Travel comfortably door to door in your own personal chauffeured vehicle. Choose between a sedan, minivan, or minibus depending on your group size—all equipped with air-conditioning and Wi-Fi. Transfers are available 24 hours a day, making this an ideal option for red-eye flights.

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.

Discover two highlights of eastern Armenia and a local culinary tradition on a day trip from Yerevan. Traveling by air-conditioned vehicle, visit the Greco-Roman pagan temple of Garni, perched high on a mountain plateau. Hear its history and then explore UNESCO-protected Geghard, a medieval monastery carved into rock cliffs. Finally, watch and join a ‘lavash’ (flatbread) making demonstration, learning how to create this Armenian staple. Entrance fees and central or hotel pickup in Yerevan included.

Visiting Khor Virap Monastery, Geghard Monastery, and Garni Temple in one day is tricky without a car. On this full-day tour, travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle to all three. Accompanied by a guide, depart from your hotel and make your way to Khor Virap Monastery, where you can take in views of Mt. Ararat. Admire the Greco-Roman-style architecture at Garni Temple. Explore the 13th-century Geghard Monastery complex and learn about its history from your guide.

Discover Armenia’s UNESCO-listed monuments, architectural wonders, and spiritual centers on this 5-hour tour from Yerevan. Explore the magnificent Echmiadzin Mother Cathedral; visit the churches of St. Gayane and St. Hripsime; and marvel at the 7th-century Zvartnot Temple. Hotel pickup is included.

Visiting Tsaghkadzor, Kecharis Monastery, and Lake Sevan from Yerevan in one day is tricky without a car. On this full-day tour, travel to all three in an air-conditioned vehicle with a guide. Take a cable car ride in Tsaghkadzor and admire the scenery. Stop at the Kecharis Monastery. Continue on to Lake Sevan, and go to Sevanavank Monastery. Stay connected throughout the day with onboard WiFi.

Explore two of Armenia’s most important spiritual sites on this private half-day tour from Yerevan. Learn the fascinating history of the Garni pagan temple, then tour the magnificent cliff-side Geghard monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Treat yourself to a smooth and hassle-free ride to or from the airport during this private one-way transfer between Zvartnots International Airport and any location within Yerevan. Enjoy a front-door meet-and-greet from either your hotel lobby or the airport arrivals hall. Ride comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional chauffeur. Private car transfers can accommodate groups of up to 15 people.

Discover some of the most important landmarks in Armenia on this private tour from Yerevan. Learn all about Armenian history and culture as you visit Garni, the only pagan temple in the country; the distinctive rock-carved Geghard monastery; and the monastery of Khor Virap from where you'll enjoy spectacular views of Mount Ararat over the Turkish border.

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.

Go deep into the Armenian mountains on a full-day trip from Yerevan to Lake Sevan, Hayravank Monastery, Noratus Cemetery, and Monastery Sevanavank. With an expert guide to take care of the details, you’ll see a gorgeous high-altitude lake with crystal-clear water, explore a remarkable collection of 'khachkars,' Armenian cross stones, and see fascinating mountain churches. This 7-hour Lake Sevan tour departs from a central location in Yerevan, with pickup at select hotels, and it includes entrance fees, light refreshments, and all transport by climate-controlled vehicle.

Discover three of south Armenia’s historical highlights on a 14-hour tour from Yerevan. Visit Noravank, the country’s only 2-story medieval monastery, and explore the Tatev Monastery, once a center of learning, set on a mountain plateau. Uncover its history and ride the ‘Wings of Tatev’ cableway, the world’s longest without stops. Finally, visit Karahunj, whose prehistoric stones formed an astronomical observatory. Cableway ride, entrance fees, and central and hotel pickup and drop-off in Yerevan included.

Get out of the city and experience the highlights of the Armenian countryside on this full-day guided tour. Depart from your Yerevan hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle equipped with WiFi, so you can stay connected. Accompanied by your guide, visit the pagan temple at Garni and the Geghard monastery complex. Watch a lavash bread baking demonstration at a family-style restaurant. Continue on to Tsaghkadzor and take in views of the mountains from a cable car. Explore the Kecharis Monastery before returning to Yerevan.

Experience Armenian village life and get out of the city on this full-day tour from Yerevan. Travel from your centrally located hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a guide. Enjoy WiFi that lets you stay connected all day. Visit the Alphabet Monument and learn about the history of written language in Armenia from your guide. Visit Lake Kari and Amberd Fortress before enjoying traditional food (own expense) in a local village garden.

Join us to enjoy the beautiful nature of Sevan and Dilijan. While walking around Dilijan, you will find yourself in a unique neighborhood with interesting houses and wooden balconies. You will come across the works of carpenters, bakers, potters and jewelers. Simulating the natural conditions, the city is sometimes called "Armenian Switzerland".

Visit one of Armenia’s most spiritually significant sites—along with three other landmarks—in just a handful of hours during this half-day private tour of Echmiadzin Monastery. Tours include comfortable, climate-controlled vehicle transfers and hotel pickup and drop-off. Other highlights include Saint Hripsime Church, Saint Gayane Church, and 7th-century Zvartnots Temple.