Armenian Monasteries Private Tour

From$97
4 hours – 5 hours
Yerevan, Armenia

About this activity

Explore Armenia's rich history and architecture on a private tour of four significant monasteries near Yerevan, including Oshakan, Karmravor, Hovhanavank, and Saghmosavank.

Highlights

  • Visit the Oshakan Monastery, the burial site of Saint Mesrop Mashtots
  • Explore the unique Karmravor Church with its distinctive red brick architecture
  • Discover the Hovhanavank Monastery, perched on a cliff overlooking the Kasagh River
  • Experience the serene Saghmosavank Monastery, known for its stunning views of the gorge
  • Enjoy a personalized tour with a knowledgeable guide

Full description

Delve into Armenia's rich history and architectural beauty on this private tour from Yerevan. Visit the Oshakan Monastery, the burial site of Saint Mesrop Mashtots, the creator of the Armenian alphabet. Explore the unique Karmravor Church, renowned for its distinctive red brick architecture. Discover the Hovhanavank Monastery, perched on a cliff overlooking the Kasagh River, and experience the serene Saghmosavank Monastery, known for its stunning views of the gorge. Enjoy personalized attention from a knowledgeable guide and comfortable transportation throughout the day.

Included / Excluded

  • Private transportation from Yerevan
  • Guided tours of Oshakan, Karmravor, Hovhanavank, and Saghmosavank monasteries
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Meals and beverages

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour is not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain
  • Bring a hat and sunscreen for sun protection
  • Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Infants Required On Laps
  • Infant Seats Available
  • Easy Public Transport
  • Stroller Accessible

Traveler reviews

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Very nice experience

Private guide Raffi and driver Karlen were impressive during this trip. Safe driving and very informative by Raffi. 10+. They were great.

Mattyboy3yJul 7, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Going to see 4 different churches with Meline

Meline was super nice and gave us the best tour ever! Goqor was a super great driver. Thank you so much for showing us the different churches and teaching us Armenian history! I definitely want to come back and take another tour with Meline! շնորհակալություն Մելինե

deangC8659DMDec 23, 2025TRIPADVISOR

An Interesting Tour of Historic Churches

Meline was a fantastic guide and Goqor was a great driver. The tour was interesting and fun. I would recommend this tour to anyone wanting to learn more about the history of Armenia.

O3249NYjosephhDec 21, 2025TRIPADVISOR

HYUR THE BEST!!!

Hyur, a truly professional tour company and deserving of all the accolades from our recent trip to Armenia. The tour guides were exceptional with their knowledge and hospitality, the drivers were aware of our needs, the vehicles were clean and one felt that the trip home was a definite, no breaking down! Overall we took four tours and all of the tour guides and drivers names I cannot recall however Hamas, Karen, Rose and Cross and each of the other guides and drivers a huge thank you not forgetting the administration staff who always had a smile for us no matter what our request was. Hyur the BEST!

Explorer740992Jun 25, 2022TRIPADVISOR

Great day

We are stuck here in Yerevan due to the pandemic and the only joy we could afford was going on tour through Hyur. Actually it was so nice there was an individual option cause we think it's not safe at all to travel with many other people. So we went to nice churches close to Yerevan with beautiful nature surrounded. Trip lasted like 5hours. Totally recommended for the professional driver and safe ride.

emi-egiAug 16, 2020TRIPADVISOR