From Yerevan

Day Trips from Yerevan

The best day trips and excursions from Yerevan, private, with your own local guide and driver. Garni, Geghard, Khor Virap, Lake Sevan, Tatev and more, and back in Yerevan by evening.

Yerevan is the perfect base for exploring Armenia. Almost every great sight, ancient monasteries, Mount Ararat views, alpine Lake Sevan, is within a day's drive. These are our most popular day trips from Yerevan: private, flexible, all-inclusive of entrances and a licensed guide. Pick one, combine a few, or tell us your idea.

Our day trips from Yerevan

Garni Temple & GeghardHalf / full dayfrom €55 / person

Garni Temple & Geghard

The classic first day trip: the Hellenistic temple of Garni, the Symphony of Stones and the cliff-carved monastery of Geghard.

  • Garni Greco-Roman temple
  • Symphony of Stones basalt columns
  • Geghard monastery (UNESCO)
  • Lavash baking in a village home
Khor Virap, Echmiadzin & ZvartnotsFull dayfrom €60 / person

Khor Virap, Echmiadzin & Zvartnots

Mount Ararat up close at Khor Virap, then the spiritual heart of Armenia: Echmiadzin Cathedral and the ruins of Zvartnots.

  • Khor Virap facing Mount Ararat
  • Echmiadzin, the Armenian Vatican (UNESCO)
  • St Hripsime & St Gayane churches
  • Zvartnots cathedral ruins (UNESCO)
Khor Virap, Noravank & Areni WineFull dayfrom €70 / person

Khor Virap, Noravank & Areni Wine

Ararat views, the jewel monastery of Noravank in its red canyon, and tasting in Areni, home of the world's oldest winery.

  • Khor Virap & Mount Ararat
  • Noravank in its red-rock canyon
  • Areni-1, the oldest known winery
  • Armenian wine tasting
Lake Sevan & DilijanFull dayfrom €65 / person

Lake Sevan & Dilijan

The blue jewel of Armenia and its Sevanavank monastery, then the green forests of Dilijan, "Armenia's Little Switzerland".

  • Lake Sevan & Sevanavank peninsula
  • Dilijan National Park forests
  • Haghartsin or Goshavank monastery
  • Lakeside lunch (fresh trout)
Tatev & the Wings of TatevLong full dayfrom €90 / person

Tatev & the Wings of Tatev

A big day south: the world's longest cable car to the cliff-top monastery of Tatev, plus Khor Virap and Noravank on the way.

  • Wings of Tatev cable car (5.7 km)
  • Tatev Monastery on its cliff
  • Devil's Bridge & natural springs
  • Khor Virap & Noravank en route
Tsaghkadzor & Winter Lake SevanFull day (winter)from €60 / person

Tsaghkadzor & Winter Lake Sevan

Snow-season escape: the ski resort of Tsaghkadzor, Kecharis monastery and a frozen-blue Lake Sevan under the winter light.

  • Tsaghkadzor ski resort & ropeway
  • Kecharis medieval monastery
  • Lake Sevan in winter
  • Sevanavank on its snowy peninsula

From price per person, private tour, 2 travellers, entrances & guide included. Ask for a free quote.

Why book your day trip with us

  • Private tour, just you and your group
  • Licensed local guide in your language
  • Comfortable car with driver, door to door
  • Entrance tickets included, no queues

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Day trips from Yerevan, FAQ

What are the best day trips from Yerevan?

The classics are Garni & Geghard (half day), Khor Virap with Echmiadzin, Lake Sevan & Dilijan, and the long day south to Tatev. Areni wine country and, in winter, Tsaghkadzor are also popular.

How much does a day trip from Yerevan cost?

Our private day trips start from around €55 per person (2 travellers), including a licensed guide, car with driver and entrance tickets. The exact price depends on the route, group size and season, ask for a free quote.

Can you visit Garni and Geghard in one day?

Yes. Garni Temple, the Symphony of Stones and Geghard monastery are close together, about 40 minutes from Yerevan, and make a relaxed half or full day, often with lavash baking in a village home.

How do I get from Yerevan to Lake Sevan or Tatev?

The easiest way is a private car with driver-guide. Lake Sevan is about an hour from Yerevan; Tatev is a longer day to the far south. We handle all the driving and logistics.

Are your day trips private?

Yes, every day trip is private, just you and your group, with a licensed guide and a comfortable car. Dates, pace and stops are arranged around you.

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