Private Yerevan City Tour: Erebuni, Matenadaran & Tsitsernakaberd Museums
Description
Enjoy a 4-5-hour city tour of Yerevan. Visit the Erebuni Museum the “birthplace” of Yerevan on the fortress of Erebuni is on ArinBerd hill. It was built in 782 BC. During the excavations started in the 20th century an inscription was found, according to which the history of nowadays Yerevan starts from this place. See Matenadaran named after Mesrop Mashtots, one of the richest repositories of ancient manuscripts in the world. Finally see Tsitsernakaberd, the Genocide Memorial dedicated to the memory of 1.5 million Armenians who perished in the first genocide of the 20th century, at the hands of the Turkish government.
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Yerevan is the capital city of Armenia, a city, which is 29 years older than Rome! It dates back to 782 BC, when the fortress of Erebuni was built by king Argishti The First. Yerevan is often referred to as "The Pink City" for many buildings are made of pink tuff stone. The capital city is a major tourist destination thanks to its numerous landmarks, extensive nightlife, great museums and lovely parks. A walking tour is the best way to really get immersed in Yerevan's culture, history and cuisine. One of the truly magnificent sights is Republic Square with musical fountains: from early May till mid-autumn there is a fantastic singing-dancing fountains show, accompanied by some great music of various genres. Another sight not to be missed is Cascade Complex, offering absolutely breathtaking views from the top to the city. You can fully enjoy it at night, when Yerevan lights up.
The fortress of Erebuni is on Arin-Berd hill. It was built in 782 BC by the Urartian King Argishti The First. During the excavations, started in the 20th century, a cuneiform inscription was found, according to which, the history of nowadays Yerevan starts from this place. On the top of the hill the ruins of the citadel and the frescoes on the wall reveal the high artistic achievements of those remote centuries. The museum down the hill displays the findings that have been excavated in the territory of the fortress.
The memorial-complex to the victims of the Armenian genocide towers over Tsitsernakaberd hill. At the center of the monument there is the Memorial Sepulcher with eternal flame and twelve tall basalt slabs, leaning over the flame. As a part of the monument, the arrow-shaped 44 m high granite stele symbolizes the spiritual rebirth and bold spirit of the Armenian people.
On the northern part of Mashtots avenue there is Matenadaran (translated as a book depository), one of the world's most ancient libraries. Its collections comprise ancient Armenian books and miniature paintings, that have gained worldwide fame. Among its unique treasures there are the works of ancient classical authors and rare manuscripts, that have come to our days only in the Armenian translation. Several monuments to the outstanding Armenian cultural figures are located in the courtyard of Matenadaran.
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- 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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Reviews(35)
Thank you Haynk for your cooperation and site tour it was very pleasant and smooth drive. Hope you have a good future ahead
We very much appreciate your highest mark! We will be very glad to organize your trips anytime you visit our lovely country!
I would surely recommend to do private tour with Hyur Service Yerevan .Special thanks to Our Driver Mr avet and Our tour guide Mr Samvel. Very kind and respectful. We had a great time with them. They explained very well to all our questions related to Yerevan. Thank you soo much.
Thank you for your fantastic review! We can’t wait to host you during your next visit!
Armenia had been in my heart for years. The tour led by Liana Karapetyan confirmed the idea of a great people in a beautiful nation. She proved to be very prepared, affable and helpful. Definitely interesting. He proposed several “off-programs” that made us see real life, off the tourist circuits. Accomplice a very nice driver, Arakel. In Yerevan don't miss the Genocide Museum and the Matenadaran. To see a more genuine Armenia, there is a visit to Gyumri.
Apprezziamo sinceramente il vostro commento gentile! Saremo felici di assistervi nuovamente durante la vostra prossima visita in Armenia!
An excellent way to learn the details of Yerevan, with Norik (driver) and Nazeli (guide), who mixed historical data with curiosities that made the tour an interesting and entertaining time. Thank you so much!
¡Muchas gracias! Esperamos que puedas visitarnos de nuevo muy pronto.
That was a wonderful experience. We've been to Genocide Memorial and Mother Armenia, Our guide Hayk and driver Andranik really treated us well.
Your positive review is much appreciated! Looking forward to hosting you in Armenia soon!
This was a wonderful experience. My tour guide Nazeli was absolutely fabulous...she was extremely knowledgeable, and also just such a joy to be around. She made my experience really great, and I learned so much from her. I highly recommend this tour, and highly praise Nazeli for her professionalism and depth of knowledge. 5 stars!!!
Your positive review is much appreciated! Looking forward to hosting you in Armenia soon!
Great tour, very personal. My guide was Hayk. He was very knowledgeable , nice and showed me a lot I learned a lot. Highly recommended
Your positive review is much appreciated! Looking forward to hosting you in Armenia soon!
We had a very engaging and meaningful tour of Matenadaran and Tsitsernakabert. Our tour guide Tamara was amazing, always helpful and responsive.
Thank you so much for your excellent review! Hope to meet you during our tours again!
We had an incredible tour. Our guide - Hayk was amazing. Fluent in English, knew a lot about the city in detail and made us feel very comfortable. We loved the experience and would recommend it for someone who wants to cover Yerevan with interesting stories in a day.
We very much appreciate your highest mark! We will be very glad to organize your trips anytime you visit our lovely country!
What an emotional day we shared with our family thanks to Nvard our guide who is really extremely kind and caring to the whole family. Thanks to khachik who showed patience and kindness throughout the day.
Merci pour votre avis excellent. C'était notre plaisir d'organiser votre voyage en Arménie et nous serons heureux de vous revoir prochainement.
