From Yerevan: Evening Garni Temple and Geghard: Private Tour
Description
On this tour, you’ll explore some of Armenia’s most unforgettable landmarks — all in one day! Visit the Garni Temple, the only standing Greco-Roman colonnaded temple in Armenia and the entire region. Then step into history at the stunning Geghard Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site carved right into the cliffs. And don’t miss the natural wonder of the Symphony of Stones, a canyon lined with dramatic basalt columns that look like a giant’s pipe organ!
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Itinerary
Picking up from the hotel and heading to the Arch of Charents
The Arch of Charents, a poetic gateway to Armenia’s soul! This monumental arch was built in 1957 and dedicated to one of Armenia’s greatest poets, Yeghishe Charents. While the arch itself is minimalist in design, the real magic is in the view: on clear days, you get a breathtaking panoramic sweep of Mount Ararat.
Geghard is a medieval monastery in the Kotayk province of Armenia, being partially carved out of the adjacent mountain, surrounded by cliffs. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site with enhanced protection status.
It is said that this natural monument is the result of the collapse of the volcanic rocks. The monument consists of huge paradoxically symmetric hexagon and pentagon basalt columns (nearly 50 meters high). These stones hanging against the gravity resemble an organ, which explains why it is also referred to as “Basalt Organ Pipes”.
The Temple of Garni is the only standing Greco-Roman colonnaded building in Armenia and the former Soviet Union. Built in the Ionic order, it is located in the village of Garni, in central Armenia, around 30 km east of Yerevan. It is the best-known structure and symbol of pre-Christian Armenia.
Driving back to Yerevan
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Pickup Locations & Times
Please add the location you want to get picked up. It can be a hotel, a house, an apartment, etc.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(5)
We took a tour to see the sights around Yerevan, and it was an absolutely wonderful experience. We truly loved the service — everything was well organized and comfortable. A special thank you to our driver Artak for his professionalism and smooth driving, which made the trip even more enjoyable. We were especially impressed by the fascinating and engaging stories about Armenia shared by Armene, they made the journey come alive and added so much depth to what we saw. Honestly, we didn’t want the day to end. Highly recommended!
Dear Tatsiana, thank you so much for your sincere review. We're glad to hear you enjoyed your day with us. We hope to share more roads with you again someday!
I want to express my great gratitude to the travel agency for organizing the trip to Armenia! Special thanks to our guide Armina and bus driver Armen. It is amazing how in a very short time they were able to show and tell about almost all of Armenia. It was informative, comfortable and very heartwarming. I certainly recommend it!
Спасибо Вам за Ваш тёплый отзыв. 💙 Надеемся Вас снова увидеть в путешествии с нами.
We had the best time in Garni, Geghard, and the Symphony of Stones! Our guide Ani made everything super interesting and easy to enjoy, Gevory was a great driver, calm and kind, and made the whole trip feel relaxed and safe. The places we visited were absolutely beautiful, and the whole day was just well-organized, smooth and enjoyable. Totally recommend this tour!
Dear Marwan, thank you so much for your sincere review. We're glad to hear you enjoyed your day with us. We hope to share more roads with you again someday! Svetlana
We were able to see the Garni Temple, Geghard and the Symphony of Stones as expected. We appreciated the attention to detail, including playing music from our country in the car. Our guide, Ms Elen, was very knowledgeable, and our driver, Mr Varo, was courteous and punctual! Thank you very much!
Dear Lauriana, thank you so much for your sincere review. We're glad to hear you enjoyed your day with us. We hope to share more roads with you again someday! Anahit
We had an incredible experience visiting Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery, and the Symphony of Stones! It's the perfect combination of history, culture, and nature, all within a short drive from Yerevan. Our guide shared fascinating stories, and it was very interesting to learn and see the hidden sides of the historical spots. Highly recommend this tour with Magical Armenia for anyone visiting Armenia. It’s easy to do in one day, and every stop is absolutely worth it!
Dear Svetlana, thank you so much for your sincere feedback. It truly means a lot to us. We hope to share more roads with you again someday! Anahit
