The 13 Best Full-Day Trips in Armenia

1.Khor Virap, Noravank & Birds’ Cave Day Trip with Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 320 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $30Our pick

Travel from Yerevan to Khor Virap, Noravank, Areni-1 Cave, and the wine country around Areni. English and Russian guides explain Armenia’s faith, history, and food, with wine, sweets, water, WiFi, and entrance fees included. Expect an 8 to 9 hour day in a shared vehicle, with lunch purchased separately.

“This was a well organised day trip to some spectacular scenery in Armenia. Our guide Sam was kind and entertaining with lots of commentary along the way. I would highly recommend the tour.”

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2.Garni, Geghard & Symphony Small-Group Day Trip with Lavash Baking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 263 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $26Best value

This 6 to 7 hour English-language trip from Yerevan visits Charents Arch, Garni Temple, the Symphony of Stones, and Geghard Monastery. You travel in an air-conditioned Wi-Fi vehicle with a guide such as Anastasia, Gaya, Suna, or Nareh, then make lavash at a mountain restaurant. Lunch costs extra.

“Well organised, kept informed before the tour with all details about joining. Tour itself was excellent, can't believe how.much we did yet at no point was it rushed. I really would recommend this tour and this company”

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3.Lake Sevan & Dilijan Guided Day Trip with Ijevan Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $33

Travel from Yerevan to forested Dilijan, Haghartsin Monastery, Lake Sevan, and the Ijevan Wine-Brandy Factory. An English and Russian-speaking guide leads the day, with entrance fees, water, sweets, WiFi, transport, and wine and brandy tasting included. Hotel pickup is available on request.

“Group of 9 people all from diverse locations. They provided hotel pick up which was really handy. Guide Marina was professional and accommodated to the different requests of the guests. Driver Murad was also very lovely and made an effort to ensure all guests of the tour were taken care. Even got a random pitstop along our route to take some pictures in snow which was a highlight for all in the group. Highly recommend as the team knows how to delight the guests”

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4.Private Full-Day Trip to Khor Virap – Noravank – Tatev-ropeway from Yerevan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · 13 to 14 hours (approx.)

Travel privately from Yerevan to three major Armenian monasteries with an English or Russian-speaking guide. Expect a long but rewarding day, careful driving, mountain scenery, Khor Virap’s Mount Ararat view, Noravank’s red-rock setting, and the Wings of Tatev cableway. Guides such as Khachik, Raffi, Hamas, and Davit are known for strong historical storytelling.

“Davit and Norayer were great! They arrived on time and were professional and considerate. Davit was exceptional at talking about Yerevan history and culture. My partner, who spoke Russian, truly enjoyed his anecdotes and stories. Norayer was not only a safe driver, but was able to get us back at the hotel at the time we needed to be there. Davit kept us company even during the long ride going back to Yerevan. Our group is thankful and we highly recommend their services.”

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5.Khor Virap, Azat Reservoir, Garni & Geghard Small-Group Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $33

From Yerevan, this 8 to 9-hour English-language tour links Armenia’s top sights south and east of the city. You’ll see Mount Ararat from Khor Virap and Charents Arch, visit Garni and rock-cut Geghard, watch lavash being baked, and stop for photos at Azat Reservoir. Guides such as Nare, Nektar, and Gaya have led past departures, with Wi-Fi vehicles, water, gata, and entry tickets included.

“This half day tour was great, very lovely countryside, we enjoyed the lavash bread baking.”

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6.Garni, Geghard & Lake Sevan Small-Group Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $39

Set out from Yerevan at 9:00 a.m. for Charents Arch, Garni Temple, the Symphony of Stones, Geghard Monastery, Lake Sevan, and Sevanavank. Guides such as Ani, Tigran, and Sam bring history and local detail to the ride. Expect a full 8 to 9 hours, a group of up to 19, Wi-Fi, water, and gata.

“The trip packs in a lot and is good value for doing a lot of things if you have limited time in Armenia or want to do a full day day trip from Yerevan . However, our trip included both Russian speaking and English speaking tourists , which means we had to wait for everything to be translated in both languages. Also, the choice of the ( extra ) paid lunch stop was totally useless. The worst food possible, would have been better to stop at a food court and order a quick à la carte lunch . The guide Tigran and driver were good .”

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7.Day trip to Jermuk: Noratus, Hayravank, Selim Pass

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · from $45

Travel from Yerevan to Jermuk with a guide and driver, stopping at Hayravank Monastery, Noratus Cemetery, Selim Pass, Yeghegnadzor, and Areni. You’ll see a 70-meter waterfall, trace Armenia’s Silk Road, taste local wine, and enjoy water and gata in a group of up to 19 people.

“The tour of Jermuk was truly stunning, with its incredible natural beauty that was a feast for the eyes 😍🤩🤩.The monastery and kachkars were truly impressive and our guide did an excellent job of sharing the history and culture of ArRead more”

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8.Day Trip to Garni,Gegard and Lake Sevan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $69

Travel from Yerevan in an air-conditioned minivan to Geghard cave monastery, Garni Temple, and Sevanavank on Lake Sevan. Your guide, possibly the warm and passionate Nvard, handles the history and transport. Hotel pickup, entrance fees, and drop-off are included. Lunch is extra, and Sevanavank requires 250 steps.

“This is a great trip. It snowed the night before and being at Garni temple early was magical. The monastery was interesting and Lake Sevan is beautiful. Driver and guide both were perfect!”

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9.Khor Virap Day Trip with Mount Ararat Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 5 hours

Travel by private vehicle to Khor Virap with a live guide in English, French, Armenian, Arabic, or Russian. Explore the monastery and its terrace views of Mount Ararat, then taste Armenian wine in nearby fields. Guide Arto has earned special praise for his French, English, warmth, and clear explanations.

“Arto was an amazing guide and the wine tasting experience was actually the highlight of our Armenia trip. Would highly recommend! 💕”

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10.Private Day Trip to Symphony of Stones-Garni-Geghard & Lake Sevan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $84

Travel from Yerevan to Charents Arch, Geghard Monastery, Garni Temple, Symphony of Stones, and Sevanavank in a private vehicle. Guides such as Edik and Jasmin have been praised for friendly service and strong cultural knowledge. Expect about 5 to 6 hours, with Garni and Symphony of Stones entrance fees extra.

“Jasmin is such a knowledge guide. Her enthusiasm for Armenian culture and history is unparalleled. We saw and learned about everything we wanted and more. I would highly recommend this tour.”

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11.Day trip to Sevan, Tsaghkadzor, Fish Making Masterclass

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $0

Spend about eight hours traveling from Yerevan to Tsaghkadzor and Lake Sevan with a guide, air-conditioned transport, WiFi, bottled water, sweets, and a salted-fish masterclass. Visit Kecharis Monastery, ride the Tsaghkadzor Ropeway for mountain views, take a short boat trip, and taste local fish. Guides may include Anastasia, Armine, or Armina.

“It was one of the most beautiful sites that we ever gone!! We had the best tour guide and we love every second of the tour. If you ever come here, you must take the Yerani travel and ask for Anastasia.”

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12.Private day trip to Tatev Monastery and South Armenia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews

Leave Yerevan at 7:00 am with Hayk the Guide for a private South Armenia tour through monasteries, wine country, cliffs, and waterfalls. You will visit Khor Virap, Areni, Noravank, Shaki Waterfall, and Tatev Monastery, with an English or Spanish-speaking guide, hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, WiFi, and water. Lunch and the Tatev tram ticket cost extra.

“I was recommended Hayk by a fellow traveller in 2022. I was not disappointed. I had already booked on a trekking tour in northern Armenia but wanted to see some of the South too. Hayk tailored my day trip to suit my needs (no hanging bridgRead more”

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13.1-Day tour to Aragatsotn Wine region and Wine Route.

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $170

Leave Yerevan at 10:00 am for a private, English-language wine tour through Aragatsotn. Visit Armenia Wine, Van Ardi Winery, and Voskevaz Winery, with tastings included at each stop. Your guide handles the driving, and hotel pickup and drop-off make this a simple choice for solo visitors or small groups.

“I was a bit nervous about taking a wine tour alone but the company went above and beyond to make the experience an incredible one. I got to visit 3 different wineries, all great in their own right and having a driver made it easy to visit one after the other. They also allowed me to add extra tastings with a minimal added fee. I highly recommend this tour, it’s well worth every penny.”

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