Top Yerevan Outdoor Activities

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.

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.

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. This full-day excursion includes pickup and drop-off at a central location in Yerevan, entrance fees, and all transport for a hassle-free day of exploring.

All you need is a clean safe car with a punctual English-speaking driver. So you made a great choice! The driver will be waiting for you in Yerevan Airport, at the entrance to "Arrivals" terminal, holding a NAME TAG with your name. If you have any difficulties to find our driver, call us immediately, as he is definitely there, waiting for you. Don't take local taxis who would say that they are waiting for you. Random drivers can approach to you and try to cheat you. Only continue your way who is holding the tag with YOUR NAME on it.

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; and marvel at the 7th-century Zvartnot Temple. Hotel pickup is 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.

From/to Yerevan city-Zvartnots international airport transfer with modern cars and English/Russian speaking drivers. Pick up/drop off possible from/to any spot in Yerevan.

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 WiFi.

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

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 and central or hotel pickup in Yerevan included.

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, with pickup and drop-off at centrally located hotels, and includes entrance fees, light refreshments, and transport in a climate-controlled vehicle.

Land of Noah offers a combined tour to Echmiadzn, Zvartnots, Khor Virap, Garni and Geghard during which you will get acquainted with the history of Paganism and Christianity in Armenia.

Duration: 30 min Distance: 20 Km Vehicles: (1-3 pax ) Sedan, (4-7pax ) Minivan, (8-20 pax) Minibus

Step into the history and culture of Armenia on a 5-hour private tour of Yerevan that can be tailored to your schedule and interests. Enjoy the flexibility of a personal driver/guide as you explore some of the city’s top museums, taste your way through a local food market, and visit Tsitsernakaberd, a moving memorial to the Armenian genocide. This 5-hour tour includes pickup and drop-off at Yerevan hotels, all transport, entrance fees, and a brandy tasting, and it’s the perfect orientation to Armenia’s capital city.

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.

Forget the stress of booking a taxi after a long flight. Reserve this private transfer, which is available 24 hours, 7 days a week. Enjoy a comfortable ride from the airport to your hotel.

Visit the churches of Echmiatsin and the archeological site of Zvartnots, which together make up a remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a five-hour tour from Yerevan. You’ll see a series of landmarks, from Echmiadsin Cathedral to Saint Hripsime Church, Saint Gayane Church, and the 7th-century Zvartnots Cathedral, with time to explore the art, history, and relics at each site. This 5-hour tour departs from a central location in Yeravan, and includes all transport, entrance fees, and light refreshments.

Experience a thrilling paragliding ride over Yerevan and see the city from an aerial perspective. This tandem tour is perfect for travelers who just want to sit back and enjoy the views—all you have to do is follow the instructor’s direction and soon you’ll be flying amongst the clouds. Launches occur between 6,200 to 9,200 feet (2,000 to 2,800 meters) above sea level.

Get out of the city and experience the highlights of the Armenian countryside on this full-day guided tour. Depart from your Yerevan hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle equipped with WiFi, so you can stay connected. Accompanied by your guide, visit the pagan temple at Garni and the Geghard monastery complex. Watch a lavash bread baking demonstration at a family-style restaurant. Continue on to Tsaghkadzor and take in views of the mountains from a cable car. Explore the Kecharis Monastery before returning to Yerevan.

Discover three of south Armenia’s historical highlights on a 14-hour tour from Yerevan. Visit Noravank, the country’s only 2-story medieval monastery, and explore the Tatev Monastery, once a center of learning, set on a mountain plateau. Uncover its history and ride the ‘Wings of Tatev’ cableway, the world’s longest without stops. Finally, visit Karahunj, whose prehistoric stones formed an astronomical observatory. Cableway ride, entrance fees, and central and hotel pickup and drop-off in Yerevan included.

Get out of Yerevan and visit a winery and a monastery on this full-day tour. Travel from your centrally-located hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a guide to Areni, a village that’s known for its distinctive wine. Continue onto the medieval Tatev Monastery. Ride the Wings of Tatev aerial tramway and admire the panoramic views.

Experience Armenian village life and get out of the city on this full-day tour from Yerevan. Travel from your centrally located hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a guide. Enjoy WiFi that lets you stay connected all day. Visit the Alphabet Monument and learn about the history of written language in Armenia from your guide. Visit Lake Kari and Amberd Fortress before enjoying traditional food (own expense) in a local village garden.

During this long-lasting and engaging group tour first visit is foreseen at the majestic 10th century monastery Haghpat. On your next stop visit Zarni-Parni cave castle complex in a forest canyon with a magnificent view of the Kayan fortress and nice restaurant. After lunch visit magnificent Akhtala monastery, comprised of three churches, located in the territory of the eponymous fortress. And last you are going to see the Sanahin monastery. Both Haghpat and Sanahin are included in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List and are considered as "gems" of Lori provice. After this trip true inspiration is never going to leave you!

Visit the sacred monastery of Khor Virap and discover the Armenian capital on this full-day tour. Learn about the history of Christianity in Armenia as you visit Khor Virap Monastery and admire views of Mount Ararat. In the afternoon, return to Yerevan for a city tour that includes Swan Lake, Republic Square, and Victory Bridge. Hotel pickup is included.