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15 Best Armenia Day Trips from Yerevan

The longer Armenian day trips collected: Haghpat’s monastery complex in the north, Gyumri’s old town and Amberd fortress on the slopes of Aragats. Every route ends at a table that takes hospitality personally.

1.Group Tour: Amberd, Aragats, Lake Kari, Saghmosavank, Alphabet

Discover Armenia’s highlights on this full-day tour from Yerevan, including Amberd Fortress, Mount Aragats, Lake Kari, and Saghmosavank Monastery for just $37.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Great views in the morning, very cold and bring a coat. Arev/sunny is a good guide, right amount of attention, gave enough free time, the driver Hachit? Very good too, safe. The 2nd half of the tour was lame though in comparison.”

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2.Group Tour: Haghpat, Zarni-Parni Caves, Akhtala, Aramyants Castle, Sanahin

Explore Armenia’s Lori Province on this full-day guided tour featuring UNESCO monasteries, caves, castles, and stunning mountain views for just $46.

★ 5.0

“Long trip, but efficiently managed. Knowledgeable guide Mariana. If you like off the beaten path medieval monasteries, this is the trip for you...”

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3.Group Tour: Gyumri (Urban Life museum, Black fortress, old town), Harichavank

Discover Gyumri’s historic charm and Harichavank Monastery on this full-day guided tour from Yerevan, including entrance fees, snacks, and transport for $37.

★ 5.0

“Se avete qualche giorno in più va benissimo visitare Gyumri. Se invece avete i giorni contati, negli altre mete armene.”

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4.Guided tour: Khor Virap, Noravank Monastery, Areni, Jermuk

Discover Armenia’s highlights on this full-day tour visiting Khor Virap, Noravank, Areni, and Jermuk with expert guides, scenic views, and wine tasting.

★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful tour with Hasmik as our guide. Everything was perfectly organised, and she was very involved, informative, and interactive throughout the day. She made everyone feel comfortable, was easy to talk to, and seamlessly switched between two, sometimes three, languages without any…”

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6.Group Tour: Amberd, Aragats, Saghmosavank, Alphabet Alley

Discover Armenia's highlights on a full-day tour exploring Amberd Fortress, Lake Kari, Saghmosavank, and Alphabet Alley with expert guides and stunning scenery.

“Eduard (not sure how it is written) and Khachik were an amazing couple during our excursion on 19/08/2025. Eduard was really nice and knowledgeable, giving us a lot of curiosities about his country. A very good guide indeed! Khachik was really an incredible driver along…”

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7.Private tour to Gyumri old town and Marmashen monastery

Explore Gyumri's vibrant old town and Marmashen Monastery on a private Armenia tour, with expert guides, stunning sights, and personalized service.

★ 5.0

“Armen (driver) and Aref (guide) took great care of us. Gyumri has a very different vibe than Yerevan, and is a must-do for anyone who wants to get a fuller picture of Armenian culture and history. Aref is a wonderful guide. One of the absolute…”

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8.Day trip to Jermuk: Noratus, Hayravank, Selim Pass

Discover the best of Armenia’s scenic south with this full-day tour, exploring monasteries, ancient cemeteries, stunning waterfalls, and renowned wineries for just $45.

★ 5.0

“The tour of Jermuk was truly stunning, with its incredible natural beauty that was a feast for the eyes 😍🤩🤩.The monastery and kachkars were truly impressive and our guide did an excellent job of sharing the history and culture of ArRead more”

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9.Day trip to Jermuk Noratus, Selim Pass, Wine Tasting

Discover Armenia’s stunning landscapes, historic sites, and unique experiences on this day trip to Jermuk, Noratus, and Selim Pass with wine tasting.

★ 4.5

“Everything was great in this tour. Very well planned and a truly five ⭐️ service. Our guide, Anastasia, is amazing: knowledgebale of the places, very spirited an always energetic. Our driver, Marat, was great too and super friendly. I highly recomend this tour. 🏆🥇”

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11.6 days in Armenia: Garni, Tatev, Echmiadzin, Sanahin, Haghpat

Explore Armenia’s highlights in 6 days with visits to Garni, Tatev, Echmiadzin, and more. Enjoy stunning views, historical sites, and authentic experiences.

★ 5.0

“I had a really great trip in Armenia with only one issue. I had a guide names Arman for the first 4 days. He was very good and gave a lot of effort. We enjoyed him although the last day he was very quiet and…”

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14.Aragats Mountain Hiking Tour

Discover Armenia's highest peak on a guided day hike, explore historic Amberd Fortress, and enjoy stunning views of Mount Ararat and the Araler Mountains.

“We were a small group of 3 , like a private tour! it was great, our guide was amazing, extremely knowledgable, very kind and knowing how to guide in the mountain! Do not lie yourself from the small number of reviews, if you like mountain-…”

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15.1-Day tour to Aragatsotn Wine region and Wine Route.

Discover Armenia’s ancient wine-making culture on this private 1-day tour through Aragatsotn’s boutique wineries, featuring tastings and scenic views.

★ 4.5

“The most amazing experience! Lilith was such a joy as a guide! She was so knowledgeable about the history of Armenia and it felt like I was travelling with a friend I had known for years. The wines were amazing! The wineries so interesting!”

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More Armenia Day Trips from Yerevan

5.0Private Tour: Khor Virap, Noravank Monasteries, Areni, Jermuk$94.51 5.0Group Tour: Hayravank, Noratus, Selim, Winery, Jermuk13.5 hours$51 5.0Amberd (Saghmosavank,Armenian alphbet monument)3 to 4 hours (approx.)$89.05 5.0Lake Sevan, Hayravank, Noratus, Selim Pass, Jermuk, Areni11 hours (approx.)$175.00 5.0Tbilisi transfer with stops in Haghpat, Sanahin to or from Yerevan12 to 13 hours (approx.)$235.00 4.0Private tour Jermuk, waterfall, Tatev Monastery and TaTev Ropeway$280.00 5.0Jermuk(waterfall),Noravank,Wine degustation,Khor Virap$170.00 3.7Haghpat, Sanahin Monasteries: UNESCO Heritage$197 4.0Mount Aragats, Amberd Fortress, Saghmosavank Monastery, Alphabet – private tour$77.95 5.0Private tour to Gyumri, Dzitoghtsyan Museum, Black Fortress$125.00 5.0Mount Aragats,Amberd Fortress,Alphabet Monument, Saghmosavank$110.00 5.0Armenia: Amberd Fortress and Lake Kari, Aragats Mountain7 hours$186 5.0Jeep tour to Amberd- Mt Aragats-Kari Lake$132.00 5.0Private Tour: UNESCO listed Monasteries (Haghpat & Sanahin)$93.19 5.0From Yerevan: Highlights of Gyumri Private Day Tour9 hours$135 5.0Lake Sevan, Dilijan (overnight), Haghpat, Sanahin, Akhtala$412.00 5.0Mysterious Zarni Parni and Sanahin, Haghpat Monasteries$418.00 5.0One Day Tour to Saghmosavank Monastery-Alphabet Valley-Amberd Fortress$145.00 5.0One-day trip to the city of humor Gyumri$220.00 5.0Private Tour: Amberd Fortress, Saghmosavank, Alphabet Monument$42.86 5.0Private tour to Haghpat, Sanahin, Kobayr, Dsegh$230.00 5.0Private tour to Khor Virap, Areni, Noravank, Birds’ cave (Areni 1), Jermuk$203.00 5.0Transfer from Yerevan to Gyumri or Vice Versa$96.89 5.0From Yerevan: Amberd Fortress and Wine Tasting Day Tour7 hours$412