5 Day Trips in Armenia to Give a Whole Day To

1.From Tbilisi: Day Trip to Armenia Including Homemade Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,084 reviews · 11 hours · from $59Our pick

Travel from Tbilisi to northern Armenia with an English-speaking guide such as Alex, Maria, Luka, or Tota, depending on the day. Visit Akhtala, Haghpat, Alaverdi, the Mikoyan Brothers Museum, and Sanahin, with a homemade family lunch and border support included.

“Really highly recommend. Day trip to Armenia was good decision. Starting with beautiful views, delicious lunch in local family restaurant, awesome and professional guide Tota, careful and professional driver Vajiko. 10/10 .”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 881 reviews · 390 minutes - 9 hours · from $27

Join a small group from Yerevan for Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery, the Symphony of Stones, and a lavash baking session. Guides such as Gaya, Nektar, Rubina, and Anastasia lead in English or Russian. Transport, water, Wi-Fi, and some entrance fees are included.

“Had a fabulous day! The guide was super giving us just the right amount of information. Transport was comfortable. We have managed to see all but one site, that was due to weather. But managed to see something else instead. So overall great tour! Thank you :)”

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3.Group tour: Khor Virap, Noravank, Areni Winery and Cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 651 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $37Top rated

Join Hyur Service from Yerevan for a 9 to 10-hour English and Russian tour of Khor Virap, Noravank, Hin Areni Winery, and Bird Cave. Expect Mount Ararat views, wine tasting, pastries, bottled water, and guides such as Rose or Arpi, with lunch at extra cost.

“The guide Arpi was amazing, She interacted all the time with everyone and has deeply knowledge regarding Armenia. Thank you!”

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

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

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring Khor Virap and its Mount Ararat view, Noravank’s red-cliff monastery, and the Areni-1 cave. The day includes an English or Russian-speaking guide, WiFi, water, sweets, wine tasting, and an optional Armenian lunch.

“I booked this excursion for the wrong date; and when I showed up for the trip a day earlier, Anastasia the tour guide was happy to help arrange for me to join the day’s excursion. I’m very grateful for that! Tour was interesting and informative; Anastasia & Edgar the driver are a very friendly and accommodating team.”

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5.From Yerevan: 6 Most Instagramable Armenian Sights Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 304 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $21Best value

Spend 7 to 8 hours visiting Armenia’s top sights near Yerevan, from pagan Garni Temple and Geghard Monastery to the basalt Symphony of Stones and Khor Virap. A driver handles the route, while commentary varies by driver. Comfortable transport, optional hotel pickup, and private groups are available.

“The trip is amaaaazing. If you go ask for Misa. He is the best!”

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