Armenia One-Day Tour: Discover Northern Armenia's Medieval Monasteries and Culture
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86 Ratings
T'bilisi
Embark on an exciting one-day tour of Northern Armenia, where medieval monasteries, Soviet industrial sites, and hidden historical secrets await. Immerse yourself in Armenian history, culture, and cuisine on this unforgettable journey.
Duration: 11 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Real Georgia Tours - Discover Armenia on a 1 day tour from Tbilisi
  • Akhtala Monastery - Marvel at the unique frescoes of Akhtala that date back to XI century and discover the legend about the destroyed altar wall.
  • Haghpat Monastery - See the “ brother” monastery of Sanahin and learn more about the Khachkar tradition, which is unique to Armenia and see one of the most famous stone-crosses - the Amenaprkich
  • Odzun - Enjoy the beautiful landscapes surrounding the Odzun monastery, located on a top of a hill with stunning views of Debed gorge
  • Alaverdi - Enjoy a traditional home made lunch prepared by a local family
What's Included
  • Savor a delicious home-made lunch with a local family
  • Explore key sights of Northern Armenia, including a UNESCO-protected monastery
  • Enjoy private transfer in a comfortable, insured car with an English-speaking driver-guide
What's Not Included
  • Any visa related fees for the guests
  • Souvenirs
Additional Information

Experience an entire new country in a single day! Venture into the enchanting history and captivating landscapes of Northern Armenia, a place where ancient monasteries intersect with Soviet era industry and the stony ridge conceals bygone tales. Get an insight into the rich heritage, customs and food of Armenia as you trove through a UNESCO World Heritage location, amble across the bustling lanes of the mining town of Alaverdi and attend a customary meal with a local family.

Journey across time and unravel Armenia’s most cherished secret on an exhilarating 1 day expedition from Tbilisi!

  • Visa on arrival is not possible for group tours, only for private tours
Location
Rose Revolution Square
For group tours please meet your guide at the Big Bicycle monument on Rose Revolution square
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Janev_australia
May 11, 2024
Wonderful, fascinating, big day out - I went on this tour in May 2024. The trip was very interesting and enjoyable. Zezva was the guide. He was a very good guide who gave a great, intelligent commentary. He was very knowledgeable, a very good explainer and communicator and really looked after the group. Plus he loves dogs,,,😀😀😀.. During the tour, we visited 3 monasteries, a museum dedicated to two famous Armenian-Georgians and a derelict cable car. The monasteries were extraordinarily beautiful. Along the way we had an excellent, delicious lunch at the home of a local family. We finally got back to Tbilisi quite late as we got dropped off in the suburb we were all, coincidently, staying in. A very nice touch. I really enjoyed my glimpse of Armenia. A wonderful tour. Highly recommended.🙂🙂🙂
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Nikolaos_t
May 4, 2024
Exceptional tour in Armenia - We had a great time in this tour,our guide was 100%professional,knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommended!
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Wanderer31677520523
Apr 29, 2024
Worth it visit to Armenia from Georgia - Amazing views! Amazing people! Amazing guide! Very calming and relaxing experience! Not so many people during the tours so you really get to bask in the quietness and beauty of the churches and scenery! Plus a very good tour guide!
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Jet56371594637
Apr 27, 2024
Best Trip, Best Food - Even on the bus, we could learn about the history of Georgia and Armenia, and I gained a better understanding of the things outside the windows. In churches and other places, we were given explanations of things that were not written on the Internet, which was very helpful. The Armenian food served was also very tasty! A great day.
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Oded_f
Dec 30, 2023
Wonderful trip - Wonderful experience ,a wonderful day trip from Tbilisi including a rich lunch in a local Armenian family
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Mike_r
Oct 9, 2023
Interesting day to Armenia - Interesting day with our very knowledgeable guide showing us Armenia. The lunch was very good, restaurant standard. The border crossing going took over and hour but was fast coming back, just luck I guess. Lots of scenery and of course the churches to see. Only needed Armenian money if you wanted souvenirs.
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Justin_b
Sep 23, 2023
George is the best. - George was our tour guide. He was AMAZING. Honestly amazing isn’t enough, he was so informative, funny, polite and professional. The amount of former Soviet knowledge he has is incredible. He also protected us from a few aggressive saleswomen from nick nack stands. He also helped expedite the immigration process at the Armenia border. I would definitely take another tour with George.
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Sebastian_r
Aug 25, 2023
Very cool tour. Great guide - Very nice tour guide. Beautiful places visited. Cool churches and extremely knowledgeable guide. Recommended
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M9968dlronb
Aug 4, 2023
Great visit to Armenia - The guide Irakli was wonderful. He was very knowledgeable, informative and interesting. He skillfully mapped out the itinerary maximizing the sites we could see in our limited time and was a very skillful driver navigating the challenging roads in Armenia. The family lunch was tasty with so much great food to choose from.
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Suatkoon_k
Oct 27, 2023
Thumbs up - Our English speaking tour guide Zezva was very detailed oriented about entire trip with all the history about the places we were visiting. Job very well done. !!
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