Armenia's Ancient Wonders Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Taste local wines at Hin Areni Winery
- Marvel at the stunning Shaki Waterfall
- Explore the historic Tatev Monastery
- Visit the ancient Karahunj observatory
- Enjoy scenic drives through Armenia's landscapes
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Hin Areni Winery Visit
- Shaki Waterfall Exploration
- Tatev Monastery Tour
- Karahunj (Zorats Karer) Visit
- Round-trip Transportation from Yerevan
- Meals and Drinks
Itinerary
Vayots Dzor and Areni village in particular has been the cradle of Armenian winemaking for millennia. "Hin Areni" wine factory opens up the doors of this region to the world to showcase the historic and indigenous Armenian grape varietals. At the winery the historic traditions of winemaking are well combined with state-of-the-art modern equipment. "Hin Areni" wine factory has the capacity to process over 250 tonnes of grapes.
Shaki waterfall is in the southern part of Armenia, close to Sisian. The fall, being located in one of the coziest and nicest corners of Syunik, gloriously opens its striking beauty to all admirers. The air here is full of inspiring melody of water and scent of mountains, loading all their wafts.
on the way to Tatev stop at Devil's bridge and admire unforgettable views
Among the architectural pillars of Zangezour the monastery of Tatev doesn't have its rivals. This used to be wealthiest medieval monastery in Armenia. Besides being a religious center Tatev was also the important strategical center of Syunik kingdom.
The longest non-stop aerial tramvay in the World. The 5.7-kilometer ropeway passes through a deep gorge of the River Vorotan and over hills covered with lush forests.
The scientific expeditions proved Karahunj (Zorats Karer) to be one of the oldest observatories in the world. It is said to be about 7500 years old.
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language.
- Meals and drinks are not included; plan accordingly for food and beverages.
- The tour duration is approximately 13 to 14 hours; prepare for a full day of exploration.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a light jacket, as temperatures can vary throughout the day.
- Carry a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and historical sites.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infants Required On Laps
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- The duration is approximate
Traveler reviews
Trip of Tatev
Wonderful tour, unusual. Despite the long drive, the tour was worth it. The monastery, nature, the road - cannot be translated into words. It needs to be seen, visited. I'll mention Samvel's guide separately. He made the trip even more interesting. It matters a lot who drives. Driver Ashot was with us. That's why there were no problems in traffic, in stops, over time. It is very nice to be accompanied by professional and polite people. Definitely, I recommend it.
Great few days :))
Great service. We used it for 4 days everything was great. Comfortable cars and experience drivers. Special thanks to Arakel for helping with tickets and share interesting info about armenia :))
Exellent journey with historical information from Hayk and Hamik and best views
On a sunny day we visited a beautiful trip through Armenia, visited the monasteries of Noravan and Tatev, took a cable car ride and listened to the wind in the neoletical settlement of Karaundj (Zorats Karer). Wonderful guide Ike and driver Amik helped us create our memorable experiences on this day. Thank them very much!!!
A beautiful time in Armenia
Excellent tour arrangements. Later went on a similar excursion in Georgia and realized how high service received in Armenia. Very attentive to guests, water on the road (small things, but felt on another tour what it's like when it's not there), clear organization - not wasting time at lunch, everything is ready for arrival. A clear start to the tour - no need to wait for the bus, it's always there. You can use the restroom in the office before leaving. Enough sanitation stops, neat toilets all along the route. The guide immediately tells you where the bathroom is, whether it's paid for or not, how long before the next one is due. At the end of the tour, the guide asked if anyone needed help calling a taxi. Thank you so much for a wonderful time! I am proud that there are people in Armenia who can show the beauty of Armenia with such love for their country and visitors!
Amazing!!!
Amazing experience seeing the Shaki waterfalls, Tatev, noravank, Tatev monastery. We made a stop at a special place for lunch called Gastro yard. The hospitality is unmatched. Our driver was Lyov (Levon). We always request him, he is an incredible person, the safest driver and very informative. If you want to experience Armenian in its entirety you have to book all the tours through Hyur service, their customer service and quality of tours is top notch.