Popular Tours: Geghard Monastery and Garni Temple
The Geghard Monastery and Garni Temple day tour is Armenia's most popular tour — combining the extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage Geghard Monastery with the 1st-century Greco-Roman Garni Temple in one extraordinary full day tour from Yerevan. A professional English-speaking guide brings the extraordinary history and unique charm of Armenia's most ancient monuments to life with interesting stories at every site — making the garni and geghard day tour an excellent and highly recommended Armenia experience. Most popular tours in Armenia combine Geghard and Garni with Khor Virap and its extraordinary Ararat views in one day — the mountain views of Ararat, centuries-old monasteries, and rugged landscapes of the Ararat Valley provide an excellent and enjoyable experience for every traveler with limited time.Cable Car: Wings of Tatev
The Wings of Tatev cable car is Armenia's most extraordinary and interesting travel experience — the world's longest non-stop double track cable car soars above the extraordinary Vorotan Gorge for 5.7 kilometres, offering breathtaking views of Armenia's landscapes below. Tatev Monastery was established in the 9th century — the extraordinary medieval monastery rewards every cable car visitor with an unforgettable encounter with one of Armenia's most historically significant sites. Our English-speaking guides provide interesting stories and informative commentary making the experience both educational and enjoyable. A day trip from Yerevan to Tatev by cable car is one of Armenia's most extraordinary and unforgettable experiences — a half day cable car ride rewards every traveler with the extraordinary beauty of southern Armenia's dramatic gorge landscapes.Lake Sevan: Armenia's Largest Lake
Lake Sevan is the largest lake in the Caucasus region and one of Armenia's most extraordinary and beloved natural destinations — a vast high-altitude lake with stunning beauty, breathtaking views of Armenia's landscapes, and lush forests surrounding its extraordinary shores. Lake Sevan's Monastery was built in 874 A.D. — the extraordinary medieval monastery perched on a peninsula above Lake Sevan's crystal clear water is one of Armenia's most beautiful and historically significant church sites. Lake Parz near Dilijan — the Armenian Switzerland — is another wonderful Armenia lake destination just a short distance from Yerevan, offering enjoyable walking trails through extraordinary lush forests. Schedule a combined Lake Sevan and Dilijan day tour for an excellent Armenia nature holiday.Garni Temple: Armenia's Ancient Wonder
Garni Temple is one of Armenia's most extraordinary and historically interesting attractions — a 1st-century Greco-Roman pagan temple that is the only surviving Hellenistic structure in Armenia, making garni one of the most popular day tour visits from Yerevan. UNESCO sites in Armenia include Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery, and Echmiadzin Cathedral — Echmiadzin Cathedral dates back to 301 A.D. and is the spiritual heart of the Armenian Apostolic Church. Armenia's own alphabet — created in 405 A.D. — is one of Armenia's most extraordinary cultural contributions, and English-speaking guides share interesting stories about the Armenian language and the Armenian Apostolic Church traditions on every guided tour. This extraordinary Soviet Union-era and ancient heritage combination makes garni an interesting and memorable day tour experience.Khor Virap Monastery and Mount Ararat
Khor Virap Monastery is one of Armenia's most extraordinary and iconic Armenian Apostolic Church pilgrimage sites — the Khor Virap day tour is one of the most popular and recommended Armenia tours from Yerevan. Khor Virap offers extraordinary views of Mount Ararat — the Ararat mountain views from Khor Virap are the most iconic views in all of Armenia and reward every visitor with the extraordinary beauty of Armenia's landscapes. Our English-speaking guides provide interesting stories about Khor Virap's role in making Armenia the world's first Christian nation in 301 A.D. A one day tour from Yerevan to Khor Virap and Ararat Valley is one of Armenia's most popular tours — a half day is enough to enjoy the Ararat views, while a full day allows for an enjoyable and relaxed exploration of the surrounding Armenian Apostolic Church heritage sites.Day Tour from Yerevan: Most Popular Tours
Yerevan is the perfect base for day tour excursions to Armenia's most extraordinary destinations — centrally located hotels, excellent restaurants serving traditional Armenian food and wine, and easy access to all of Armenia's most popular tours make Yerevan an excellent tour started point. Most popular tours from Yerevan combine multiple historic monasteries and Armenia's landscapes in one extraordinary day tour — Geghard Monastery and Garni Temple, Lake Sevan and the Armenian Switzerland of Dilijan, Khor Virap and the Ararat Valley, and the Wings of Tatev cable car are all interesting and popular one day tour options. Small group tours in Armenia typically have a maximum size of 12 — our professional English-speaking guides provide excellent interesting commentary throughout every excursion. Armenia combines naturally with Georgia, Azerbaijan, and the wider Caucasus region — a tour covering Yerevan, Tbilisi in Georgia, and Baku in Azerbaijan, with Georgia and Azerbaijan both within short distance of Armenia, is one of the most extraordinary and interesting multi-country adventures in all of the Caucasus. Schedule your Caucasus adventure today — security, comfort, and extraordinary Armenia's landscapes are all guaranteed on every Firebird Armenia holiday.Best Time to Visit Armenia
April to May and September to October are recommended times to visit Armenia — spring offers mild temperatures and blooming countryside that reward every Armenia tour traveler with extraordinary beauty across Armenia's lush forests, rugged landscapes, and centuries-old monastery settings. Summer is ideal for outdoor activities and wine tours — Armenia's warm summers are enjoyable for Lake Sevan swimming, cable car rides to Tatev, and interesting wine tastings in the Areni region. Fall features vibrant colors and the wine harvest season — September and October are two of Armenia's most interesting and enjoyable travel months. Winter is perfect for skiing in Tsaghkadzor — a wonderful and interesting Armenia holiday destination making winter a worthwhile time to schedule your Armenia tour. Georgia and Azerbaijan are best combined with Armenia in spring or autumn — with Tbilisi just a short distance from Yerevan, a combined Armenia and Georgia holiday is one of the Caucasus' most interesting and enjoyable adventures.Shaki Waterfall and Lake Parz: Armenia's Hidden Gems
Shaki Waterfall is one of Armenia's most beautiful and interesting natural wonders — the extraordinary waterfall near Sisian in southern Armenia rewards every traveler venturing beyond the classic Yerevan day tours with extraordinary beauty and interesting Armenia's landscapes. Lake Parz in the Dilijan national park area — the Armenian Switzerland — is one of Armenia's most enjoyable hidden gems, just a short distance from Yerevan, offering a tranquil forest lake of extraordinary natural beauty. Jermuk is a must-visit destination — Armenia's most famous spa town offers extraordinary mineral springs, beautiful waterfalls, and a stunning holiday atmosphere making it an excellent and enjoyable addition to any Armenia tour. Schedule your Armenia hidden gems day tour today — our destination specialists will create an interesting and unforgettable Armenia adventure for you, combining Georgia, Azerbaijan, Tbilisi, and all of Armenia's most extraordinary landscapes in one seamless Caucasus holiday.