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.
- 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.

- Entry tickets
- Comfortable vehicles with Wi-Fi
- Lavash baking masterclass
- Guide service
- Bottled water and local sweet ‘Gata’
- Entry tickets
- Comfortable vehicles with Wi-Fi
- Lavash baking masterclass
- Guide service
- Bottled water and local sweet ‘Gata’
- Lunch (€6 - €14 per person)
- Lunch (€6 - €14 per person)
The tour starts at Khor Virap Monastery, offering breathtaking views of the Biblical Mt. Ararat. Next is the Azat Reservoir, a hidden gem nestled among the mesmerizing rolling hills of the Yeranos Mountains. The journey continues to the Pagan Temple of Garni, the only standing Hellenistic pagan temple in the Caucasus Region, dating back to the first…
The tour starts at Khor Virap Monastery, offering breathtaking views of the Biblical Mt. Ararat. Next is the Azat Reservoir, a hidden gem nestled among the mesmerizing rolling hills of the Yeranos Mountains. The journey continues to the Pagan Temple of Garni, the only standing Hellenistic pagan temple in the Caucasus Region, dating back to the first century AD, dedicated to the sun god Mihr (Mithra). The Symphony of Stones is a stunning natural wonder, recognized as one of the most unique natural phenomena in the world, formed over millennia by volcanic activity and erosion. Geghard Monastery, also known as Ayrivank, is a significant architectural, historical, and religious site in Armenia, with much of the monastery carved into rock, showcasing architecture from the 4th to 10th centuries of the Armenian Renaissance. During the tour, participants will also have the opportunity to experience the sacred cultural practice of the traditional bread-making ceremony, baking Lavash in the Armenian Tonir.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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.