Tours/Yerevan/Private tour to Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery (UNESCO) & Symphony of Stones
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Private tour to Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery (UNESCO) & Symphony of Stones

5.0(11)Yerevan1 hour
TRIPADVISOR5.0(11)

Description

On this tour you will visit the must see attractions in Armenia, Garni temple the only Pagan temple in the former USSR where the Royal summer house of the Armenian kings was built 77 A.D. Also, you will explore one of the most beautiful rock-cut monasteries in the world - Geghard Monastery which is a UNESCO heritage site.

Tour Options

Private tour to Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery (UNESCO) & Symphony of Stones
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

60 min

Pick up from the hotel and drive to Kotayk region, it will take about 1 hour to reach Garni Village

Admission not included45 min

Garni Pagan Temple, the only Hellenistic Temple in the Caucasus and the former USSR. Gracing the hillside the pagan temple was dedicated to the God of Sun, Mithra. It was built in 77A.D. by the Armenian King Tiridates I.

45 min

Visit the stunning Garni Gorge (Symphony of Stones) where you can marvel at basalt rock formations – columns looking like honeycombs or pencils. The site stretches for a kilometer along the river…

60 min

Geghard Monastery (UNESCO), the most beautiful rock-cut medieval monastery in the world with its fascinating natural setting and decorative art carved inside the solid rock. It is the only place in Armenia where you can see a large number of the Armenian exquisite lace-type cross-stones carved on the rocks.

60 min

Drive back to Yerevan

Highlights

Local Taxes
Bottled water
Professional English speaking tour guide
Modern transportation with strong AC
Parking Fees
Private Transportation
Wi-Fi in the Car

What's included

Included
Local Taxes
Bottled water
Professional English speaking tour guide
Modern transportation with strong AC
Parking Fees
Private Transportation
Wi-Fi in the Car
Not included
Meals
Entrance Free to Garni Temple - About 3 USD per person

Pickup Locations & Times

Please advise your hotel name and the time that you would like to start the tour if 9:00 am is not a perfect time for you

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(11)

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Meludel B
June 8, 2025
Nice experience at the Temple of Garni.

5/5 1. Affordable entrance fee 2. Nice overlooking view 3. I love the roses plantation in the center before the temple 4. Refreshments are available at the entrance 5. Safe place to visit.

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P710ZQpatricks
May 9, 2025
Discovering Armenia with Nour

Nour is an outstanding guide who provided us with a wealth of information about Yerevan, Armenia, and the entire Caucasus region — covering both historical and cultural aspects. He was always attentive to our needs and flexible in adapting the itinerary to suit us. Nour is also a skilled and safe driver, which made the journey even more enjoyable. We truly had a wonderful experience and highly recommend Nour as a tour guide.

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

Thank you very much for your amazing review! It was my pleasure to be your guide! I hope to see you again in Armenia!

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Sheena P
April 13, 2024
The best man for the job

I can’t emphasize enough how good a guide and person Nour is. We were 2 ladies wanting to see and experience Armenia, Nour delivered over and beyond. He has so much knowledge of the country’s history there was never a dull moment with him, he is so passionate about his work. He also arranged local cheese and wine tasting with local families giving us a taste of Armenian hospitality and always thinking about his clients needs, so professional, punctual and an excellent driver. Armenia is beautiful and so rich in history but I think we enjoyed it more coz of Nour, we had a wonderful time and would recommend him 100%.

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

Thank you very much for your amazing review! It was my pleasure to meet you! I hope to see you again in Armenia!

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C6504DMdanielr
January 23, 2024
Great experience!

We had a great time. Nour, the guide, is extremely knowledgeable about locations and the local history.

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

Thank you very much for your amazing review! It was my pleasure to meet you! I hope to see you again in Armenia!

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diamondk2024
January 2, 2024
The best memory in my life

Nour is the best travel guide and host. He responded very quick and let us know a lot of information of Armenia travel. Sometimes, he brought a drone to record our videos. The view was amazing and unforgetable moments in my life. I will definetly come again and ask him tour guides again in the summer time. Thank you from South Korea. We enjoyed 10 days in Armenia , Yerevan. 누르씨는 정말 친절합니다. 우선 제가 영어를 잘 못하는데 남편이 통역해 줄 수 있도록 중간중간 배려를 해주셨구요! 또, 쉬운 영어로 영어를 잘 못하는 저도 가끔 이해가 되었습니다. 또 에어비앤비로 묵게된 집도 정말 쾌적합니다. 예약하기 전 모든 후기에 ‘베스트!!’라는 단어들이 있어서 믿고 예약했는데 진짜 좋았습니다!!! 아주 쾌적했어요! 없는게 없었습니다. 또 저의 예레반 여행은 누르씨의 가이드를 받기 전후로 나뉩니다. 누르씨의 디테일한 가이드로 하루를 알차게 보낼 수 있었습니다!!! 여름에 다시 오게되면 누르씨의 가이드를 또 받고 싶습니다! 그때는 영어 스피킹 및 아르메니아어를 꼭 공부해서 올게요! 누르씨!!!! 슈노라 깔루툰!!!!!!(땡큐!!!)

2 people found this helpful
Operator response

Thank you very much for your amazing review! It was my pleasure to meet you! I hope to see you again in Armenia!

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theodorf974
June 9, 2023
Wonderful day tour with private guide

Our German-speaking tour guide Hasmik with minibus driver Wachram offered us a wonderful tour. Hasmik speaks excellent German and is fully informed. We also had entertaining, fun conversations together. Lunch was served with bread baking in a tavern. A very nice day in Armenia.

Operator response

Thank you for amazing review! You are always welcome back!

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ahmeda26674
August 18, 2022
Professional Summit

Of the best guides I’ve ever encountered in my life, a patient and timely guide with a great smile, speaking fluently Arabic, treating you like a guest rather than a guest and a guest for those who wanted peace of mind and enjoy his full explanation of Armenian history and more... Have a close meeting, my friend.

2 people found this helpful
Operator response

Thank you very much for your amazing review, you are always welcome back to Armenia!

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Katarína M
April 22, 2022
Thank you for unforgettable experience in Armenia!

We had a family trip with Nour as a guide. We couldnt choose better! He knows probably everything about Armenia and he can say it in very interesting way. Right now I know more about Armenia than about my own country :). He is very proffesional and polite but still friendly and cheerful. He made for us unplanned stops if we wanted to take photos in apricot garden, or just to see beautifull view. He told us history and interesting facts about places which we visited. Visit with his talking gives another dimension for travelling. It is not just about seeing nice church. His english is excellent. Our mother doesnt speak english, so we had to translate. He calmly waited for our translation and just than countinued. Nour also recommended us restaurant with great food and local specialties. We really enjoyed it. I wish we found local Nour in each country which we visited! Highly recommeded!

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

Dear Katarina, Thank you very much for your amazing review! It was my pleasure to meet you and your wonderful family! I hope to see you again soon!

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Gautam K
March 20, 2022
Excellent four day trip to Armenia

We did a four day Armenia tour with Nour. He was an excellent guide and communicator. He was extremely knowledgeable, warm and sensitive to our needs. His recommendations were good, especially for our need for vegetarian food options. Nour was very punctual and reliable and made sure we got enough time at each of the locations.

Operator response

Thank you very much for your amazing review! It was my pleasure to guide you in Armenia! You are always welcome back!

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farnaout
March 13, 2022
Peaceful Armenia

Nour is a great guide and super friendly and helpful. He took care of all the details and guided us in a very professional and interesting way. My wife and I enjoyed our experience and we highly recommend it to others!

Operator response

Dear Mr. Fadi, Thank you very much for such an amazing review! I am very happy that you enjoyed Armenia, I hope to see you again because Armenia has a lot to see.

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