Half-Day Garni Temple and Geghard Monastery Tour: Discover Armenia's Unique Heritage

Discover Armenia’s most incredible sights! Start your journey at Garni, the solitary pre-Christian temple still standing in Armenia, then proceed to the Geghard monastery, an architectural marvel hewn from a cave.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Charent’s Arch - breathtaking panorama of Mount Ararat
  • The Monastery of Geghard - A monastery hewn into the cliff, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Garni Temple - Armenia’s sole surviving pagan temple from the 1st century.
What's Included
  • Flexible itinerary with extra stops upon request
  • Comfortable air-conditioned vehicles
  • Professional, insured drivers
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Interactive master class with tasting
  • Convenient free pick-up and drop-off in Yerevan
  • Expert guidance in English or Russian (optional)
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Garni entrance fee at 1500 AMD ~ 4$ per person
Location
Charent's Arch
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Valentinavb7512bo
Dec 30, 2024
Stunning views and fascinating history - This is the second tour my parents and I had with Armine, our guide, and we also enjoyed it a lot. This time we went to see the famous Garni temple and Geghard monastery, and once again we not only enjoyed the amazing views but also learned a lot about history of Armenia. We had a different driver this time, Hachik, but he was just as courteous. If you have time for a tour, highly recommended! Это вторая экскурсия, на которой мои родители и я были с нашим гидом Армине, и она нам тоже очень понравилась. В этот раз мы ездили смотреть на знаменитые храм Гарни и монастырь Гегард, и снова мы не только посмотрели на красоты Армении, но и многое узнали об ее истории. В этот раз у нас был другой водитель, Хачик, но он был такой же предупредительный. Если у вас есть время на экскурсию, настоятельно рекомендую!
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Oliviavaes
Dec 20, 2024
Garni - Had a great trip with driver Hamik. Could sit in the front seat to enjoy the views even more. Trip was shorter than the aforementioned 4 hours but probably because i was travelling solo and spent less time at the stops. Hamik is an enjoyable driver, speaks little English but had good non-verbal communication
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Cordovader
Nov 16, 2024
Six stars experience - Both Garni and Geghard are breathtaking, but what made this tour really stand out was our guide. Anahit is extremely knowledgeable and passionate, and she gave us precious historical insights I do not think we would have learned with an average guide. She was also very kind with our daughter. Would absolutely recommend it!
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Excursion21422689992
Nov 4, 2024
Geyhard Church is simply mind blowing - Geyhard Monastery is simply mind blowing , thanks to Tamara great explanation that we get to learn more about Armenian Christianity. Utterly enjoyed the trip .
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Christinepk5823rq
Oct 21, 2024
We recommend this must-see tour in Armenia. - We made 2 very beautiful tours with monuments representative of the history of Armenia. Melania our Guide gave us a lot of information knowing how to make the visits captivating. When in Hovik our driver took care of us. Thanks to this dynamic team.
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Jos_pedroa
Oct 19, 2024
5 stars Hyur - Great service. Always on time. Our driver, Gregory, has very good English skills and that makes the journey even more pleasant. I totally recommend Hyur Service as your travel agency when you plan to visit Armenia.
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Onair31357607961
Oct 10, 2024
Armenia - The guide name Michael and driver was David, I had such an incredible experience from the time I was picked up at reception to all the beautiful scenery, landscapes and monuments, Micheal gave me such a detailed history and explanation about everything we saw even including the inscriptions. What an absolutely beautiful day on this tour. Micheal and David gave me all the time I wanted to take in the beauty of all the tour sites included and even assisted me with taking breathtaking pictures. Thank you so much I am forever grateful for this amazing and memorable opportunity to see the beauty of Armenia. :)
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Gr_gorym930
Oct 10, 2024
An extraordinary journey - An exceptional trip to Armenia thanks to Anush and Hovig! We have just returned from an unforgettable trip to Armenia, guided by the formidable Anush and accompanied by our driver Hovig. From day one, Anush captivated us with his fascinating explanations and his deep knowledge of the history and culture of Armenia. We already loved this country but we come out with even more feelings. As for Hovig, he transported us with incredible kindness through the beautiful roads and breathtaking landscapes. In addition to being a good driver, he is a good picker and has found us the best watermelons, peaches, apples, plums, nuts.... Among the highlights of our stay: the superb city of Goris, the visit (and tasting) of the wine factory of Areni, the majestic monastery of Noravank must-see place of a trip to Armenia. The peaceful church of Sissian as well. We were enchanted by Shaki’s waterfalls and cool curtain, impressed by Tatev’s cable car, and amazed by Jermuk’s springs and waterfall. The monastery of Khor Virap with its breathtaking views of Mount Ararat (in good weather), the impressive Garni Gorge and the Roman temple of Garni also left a deep impression on us. We had the chance to see a duduk (traditional musical instrument) player ring the walls of the temple. This chance followed us to Geghard Monastery where we heard a drunken group of singers in the monastery. An experience impossible to describe, it is to live. Each monastery is different, each mountain is different. We spent 15 days being amazed on a daily basis. We ended this journey in the heights of Amberd Fortress, admired the serenity of Lake Kari (located at an altitude of more than 3,100m), and plunged into the spirituality of the Etchmiadzin Cathedral and the majestic ruins of Zvartnots. Each site has been enriched by the details of Anush and the precision of its narrative. Always an anecdote, a legend, a story. We never get tired of it. Thank you again for giving us time to dive into the mythical Lake Sevan. We couldn’t get here without soaking in this natural lake at an altitude of 1,900m. For the cultural and nature part, we feasted. Our stomachs were treated well too. The restaurants chosen perfectly matched our expectations. It is true that Armenia and its hospitality is not the best place to start a diet. It is a cuisine rich in tastes, fresh herbs, natural foods. What better way than to enjoy lavash (traditional Armenian bread) made and taken out of the oven in front of our eyes, still very hot with a slight smell of embers, to which we add cheese and herbs. Obviously it doesn’t stop there, then it’s the unmissable kholovadz (grills) with grilled potatoes, dolmas (vine leaves), salads full of colors and tastes. Still not finished, the meals are followed by fruit, good coffee (watch the bottom of the cup), cakes and... (very) often, a glass of cognac or vodka. Thank you, Anush and Hovig, for your warmth, attention, and this wonderful adventure in Armenia. We leave with memories etched in our hearts thanks to you! And thanks to grider. Thank you, Arminée for your responsiveness to my emails, whatsapp and your efficiency to always adapt. Thanks to HYUR SERVICE for offering quality excursions, perfect organization and ease of communication in French. If you are looking for an authentic discovery of Armenia, call on the services of HYUR! Grégory Hagop
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Richardrz2414ua
Oct 1, 2024
Private tour to Geghard Monastery, etc. - Our driver, Azakel, was polite and professional and very helpful. The selection of places we visited was just right. We took lots of pictures and everyone we encountered was very friendly.
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Vhanc2024
Nov 16, 2024
Trip to Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery and symphony of stones - We had a great time enjoying the landmarks of Armenia. Our tour guide Ella was very helpful and informative about the cultural heritages of Armenia. She was very energetic and people oriented as she was able to cater to our needs as tourists as well. Our driver, Artur, brought as safe to the site and dropped as off at Sherep restaurant safe and sound. Overall, our experience is A+.
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