Top Yerevan Half-day Tours

An in-depth introduction for first-time visitors to Yerevan, this shared or group, half-day walking tour covers the highlights of the Armenian capital. Learn about the city’s enduring traditions from a born-and-bred Yerevan local. Visit top landmarks like Republic Square and the Armenian Opera Theatre, plus lesser-known attractions, from the open-air garden behind Dalan Art Gallery to Yerevan’s oldest street.

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.

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; visit the Treasury which is home to holy relics; and marvel at the 7th-century Zvartnot Temple.

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 are included

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.

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. Entrance fees are 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.

Tick off the highlights of stunning southern Armenia during this full-day excursion. Enjoy a panoramic cable-car ride up to 9th-century Tatev Monastery, sample unique grape varieties during a wine tasting and vineyard tour, and explore Karahundj, Armenia’s mysterious megalithic complex. A tasty multi-course Armenian lunch is included.

Avoid the taxi lines at the Yerevan Airport and travel to your hotel with ease with this one-way airport transfer. Meet your driver directly at the airport holding a sign with your name on it. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle equipped with WiFi and enjoy snacks and drinks onboard.

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.

Discover the natural wonders and historic landmarks around Lake Sevan on this private full-day tour from Yerevan. Ride the cable car to Tsaghkadzor, visit the mountaintop Kecharis Monastery, enjoy lunch (own expense) with views of Lake Sevan, and visit the Sevanavank monastery. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

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.

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 Wi-Fi.

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 and includes entrance fees, light refreshments, and transport in a climate-controlled vehicle.

Drive through the countryside of Armenia to discover three beautiful monasteries during this full-day private tour. Visit the Khor Virap Monastery on the biblical Mount Ararat and the beautiful medieval Noravank Monastery with its Holy Mother of God Church before stopping for lunch. End the tour with a ride on the Wings of Tatev cable car to the two-storied Tatev Monastery considered to be the wealthiest medieval monastery in Armenia.

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.

Seeing the major religious sites of Echmiadzin, Zvartnots, Garni, and Geghard from Yerevan in one day is tricky without a car. On this full-day tour, travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a guide to all of them. Depart from your Yerevan hotel and make your way to Etchmiadzin Cathedral. Continue on to St. Hripsime Church, St. Gayane Church, Zvartnots Temple, and notice the variety of architecture. Visit the ancient pagan temple of Garni before heading to Geghard Monastery.

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.

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.

Discover the complexity of Armenia’s religious history during this private tour from Yerevan. First, visit the town of Garni where you can visit a temple built in the first century AD dedicated to the sun god Mithra. Then, visit the famous cave monastery of Geghard, built in the 4th century by Saint Gregory the Illuminator. You can also see the view of Mt. Ararat from Charent’s Arch on the way.

Get to know Yerevan through your lens on this private photography tour. Enjoy personalized attention from your guide as you stroll through Yerevan and take part in a digital photography session. Visit Republic Square, the Dancing Fountains, the Parajanov Museum, the Armenian Genocide Museum and other spots in the center of Yerevan.

Get to know Armenian culture through its food on this private culinary walking tour of Yerevan. Travel with your guide throughout the city on foot, sampling a variety of different dishes and snacks at eateries around Yerevan. Along the way, learn about cultural traditions and local habits based around food.

Maximize time in the city of Yerevan with a half-day private tour. See buildings made of pink volcanic rock, visit the Institute of Ancient Manuscripts, and explore the Park of Victory. Learn about the Armenian Genocide at the Tsitsernakaberd Memorial Complex. Finish the private tour with a stop and tasting at an Armenian brandy factory.