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15 Best Echmiadzin & Zvartnots Tours

The Echmiadzin and Zvartnots tours: the cathedral that has anchored the world’s oldest state church since the year 301 and the ruined round temple nearby, both UNESCO-listed. Armenia adopted Christianity first; these stones are the paperwork.

1.Group Tour: Echmiadzin Cathedral & churches, Zvartnots Temple

Discover Armenia’s UNESCO-listed churches and ancient ruins on this 5-hour guided tour from Yerevan, featuring Echmiadzin Cathedral, Zvartnots Temple, and more.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Great to learn about and see the Mother Cathedral plus Zsvarnots Temple Tigran is a hard working and competent guide. The driver was excellent, too.”

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2.Yerevan: Khor Virap, Garni, Geghard, Echmiadzin, & Zvartnots

Discover Armenia’s highlights in one day with this guided tour visiting Echmiadzin, Zvartnots, Garni, Geghard, and Khor Virap, with stunning mountain views.

★ 4.9

“Levon was an amazing driver. He escorted me on the best place and he was also so kind to tell me the perfect spot for secret pictures. Really recommend! 10/10”

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3.Private Half-day Echmiadzin Cathedral, Hripsime & Zvartnots Temple from Yerevan

Discover Armenia’s spiritual heart with this private half-day tour from Yerevan, visiting UNESCO sites like Echmiadzin, Hripsime, and Zvartnots for $65.

★ 5.0

“La disponibilité du guide et ses explications, la qualité de conduite et l’amabilité du conducteur , l’intérêt des visites proposées”

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4.Group Tour: Saghmosavank, Wine Yard, Echmiadzin, Zvartnots

Discover Armenia’s top religious and archaeological sites on this full-day tour from Yerevan, including monasteries, UNESCO sites, and wine tasting for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“Tour was fantastic. Guide Marina was super informative and learnt so much about Armenia and the different sites from her, including some very fun facts which I would never had known of she didn't point it out. Lunch was at the place we had wine…”

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5.Private tour to Echmiadzin (st Cathedral), Zvartnots, Khor Virap, Garni, Geghard

Discover Armenia’s top religious sites on a private custom tour from Yerevan, including Echmiadzin, Khor Virap, Garni, and Geghard — all personalized for you.

★ 5.0

“The places visited were very interesting and the guide was friendly and knowledgeable, always making sure everything was running smoothly.”

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6.Private 8-9-hour Echmiadzin, Zvartnots, Garni and Geghard trip from Yerevan

Discover Armenia's key religious and historical sites on this private 8-9 hour tour from Yerevan, featuring churches, temples, and stunning rock-carved monasteries.

★ 5.0

“Ez egy tartalmas és gyönyörű kirándulás. Artur nagyon jó sofőr-idegenvezető volt. Rugalmas volt, remek ötletei voltak. Mi nagyon jól éreztük magunkat!”

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7.Day trip From Yerevan Sightseeing to St Echmiadzin: UNESCO sites

Discover Armenia’s UNESCO sites on this full-day Yerevan trip visiting Echmiadzin and Zvartnots with a knowledgeable guide, private transport, and authentic treats.

★ 5.0

“This was a great tour. The city tour was good. We also visited several ruins and cathedrals. I was the only Englush speaking person on the tour, but the guide made every effort to describe everything in both English and Russian. A great tour guide!”

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9.Private Tour: Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery, Holy Echmiadzin, Zvartnots Temple

Discover Armenia’s top heritage sites in a full-day private tour from Yerevan, featuring Garni, Geghard, Echmiadzin, Zvartnots, with flexible, all-inclusive comfort.

★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful tour with Mihael! The view of Garni Temple was absolutely stunning, and Mihael’s explanations made it even more special. Friendly, knowledgeable, and perfectly organized — highly recommended!”

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10.From Yerevan: Khor Virap, Etchmiadzin, and Zvartnots Tour

Explore Armenia's sacred sites and stunning Mount Ararat with this private Yerevan day tour, featuring Khor Virap, Etchmiadzin, and Zvartnots for $81.

★ 4.5

“The guide was knowledgeable. It was raining in the morning, but luckily the rain stopped in the afternoon and we could see Mount Ararat when we were at Khor Virap, very beautiful view.”

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13.Yerevan: Khor Virap, Garni, Geghard, Echmiadzin & Zvartnots

Discover Armenia's top UNESCO sites on this private day trip, visiting Khor Virap, Garni, Geghard, Echmiadzin, and Zvartnots for an authentic experience.

“Tour bellissimo in compagnia della nostra guida Artyom! Puntuale e simpaticissimo ci ha portato in luoghi da togliere il fiato, spiegandoci ogni dettaglio. E, piccola chicca, ci ha pure regalato delle fragole deliziose! Assolutamente consigliato, grazie grazie grazie Armenia!”

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14.6 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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15.Private tour to UNESCO heritage Echmiadzin churches, Zvartnots and Sardarapat

Discover Armenia’s spiritual and historical heart with this private tour visiting UNESCO-listed Echmiadzin churches, Zvartnots, and Sardarapat.

★ 5.0

“Today is my first day in Yerevan, Armenia with a lovely guide tour, Meline and cool driver, Artur. We went to Voskeni wine, I really love Rose wine here (actually the best ever) and then we had a nice Gata class making in the restaurant…”

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