Start at the scenic Arch of Charents, a panoramic viewpoint overlooking biblical Mount Ararat. Continue to the 1st-century Garni Temple, the only surviving pagan temple in the Caucasus, dedicated to the sun god Mihr. Nearby, marvel at the natural wonder Symphony of Stones, dramatic basalt columns formed by volcanic forces over millennia. Explore the UNESCO-listed Geghard Monastery, partly carved into rock in the Upper Azat Valley. End your journey at Lake Sevan and visit Sevanavank Monastery, where sweeping lake views and ancient khachkars complete the experience.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
The Arch of Charents, is named in honor of Armenian poet Eghishe Charents, who wrote the best poem, dedicated to Armenia, full of true love and pride. From this place opens a breathtaking view to Ararat, probably the most stunning view of the Biblical mountain.
Garni Temple (77 A.D.) –it is the only standing heathen temple in the whole post-Soviet area. The temple gracefully stands on a high plateau overlooking the Azat river gorge. The surrounding area itself is incredibly beautiful. The greek-roman bath house with the mosaic, made out of 30,000 pieces of natural stones, as well as the ruins of the royal palace, will take you to 3rd century A.D.
The Garni Gorge is situated just below the village of the same name. Along the sides of the gorge are cliff walls of well-preserved basalt columns, carved out by the Goght River. This portion of the Garni Gorge is typically referred to as the "Symphony of the Stones.".
St. Geghard symbolizes the lance with which the Roman centurion pierced Jesus after crusifixion. Later the lance had been brought to Armenia and kept in Geghard Monastery for 5 centuries. The most astonishing part of this complex is its architectural solution churches drilled into the solid rock that were constructed in accordance to the rules of Armenian architecture. Geghard Monastery is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Lake Sevan is one of the largest high-altitude lakes in the world, rightfully called the "Pearl of Armenia".
The monastery, founded in the 9th century, sits on a small peninsula, offering stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Garni, Geghard, Symphony & Lake Sevan Small-Group Guided Tour lasts about 8–9 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
Prices start at $34 per person for this Yerevan experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays and Thursdays, starting at 9:00 AM.
Children aged 3–10 pay from $17, adults from $34. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The experience is available in RU, EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 19 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 71 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Yerani Travel LLC.
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Sam was great tour guide . The best ! Very good tour , lot to see . Food was just ok . Armenia has much better food than what we at in restaurant chosen by toor agency
Dear guest, Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re delighted that you enjoyed the tour and that Sam made your experience special. We hope to welcome you again in Armenia!
Amazing trip with the best tour guide I’ve ever had before. Nektar is such a sweet person who takes great care of all her customers and she tells stories about armenian history with a lot of passion. Totally recommend!!
Dear guest, Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re so happy to hear that Nektar made your trip special with her warmth, care, and passion for Armenian history. Thank you for recommending us, and we hope to see you again in Armenia!
It was a well-organized excursion to the Geghard Monastery, the Symphony of the Stones, and Lake Sevan (near which we also had lunch) and the monastery there. Even though there are quite a few stops to coordinate, the management was routine and professional. I had an entertaining day with many interesting sights at a good price-performance ratio.
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. We’re delighted that you enjoyed the variety of the day and the professional organization. We hope to welcome you again in Armenia.
Very nice day trip to Lake Sevan. Anastasia had everything perfectly organized and gave us a lot of information. Any time again.
Dear guest, Thank you very much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your day trip to Lake Sevan and were happy with the organization and the information provided by Anastasia. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with her. We would be very happy to welcome you back to Armenia again!
Me and my family really enjoyed our tour. It was fun, beautiful, and educational for all of us from different generations. Also, this tour did not require hiking experience. I appreciate the tour guide’s knowledge and experience, and accommodating people from all across the world.
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear your whole family enjoyed the experience together. It means a lot to know the tour was both enjoyable and enriching, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.
The tour was nice and the places we visited were nice and I think we had the best tour guide in Armenia who was explaining in different languages all the details. Our guide “Rubina” was excellent in every level of detailing as she explained everything from architectural point of view and going through the history in details. I will always be grateful for Rubina for the wonderful guidance.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted you had such an enjoyable experience and truly appreciate your kind words about our guide's professionalism and dedication. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable tour in Armenia.
Good experience , very happy,
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted you had a great experience and hope to welcome you again soon.
It was all very heartfelt and beautiful! So many impressions and emotions! Thank you to our guide Anastasia on Lake Sevan! And Nectar for garnias and Gerard!!!! Great lunches and wine tastings! We fell in love with Armenia! Thanks for everything! Elvira/ Irina Ufa Bashkortostan
Большое спасибо, Эльвира и Ирина, за такой тёплый и искренний отзыв! ❤️ Нам очень приятно, что путешествие подарило вам столько эмоций и ярких впечатлений. Передадим ваши добрые слова Анастасии и Нектар — им будет очень приятно! Рады, что вы полюбили Армению, и будем ждать вас снова, чтобы открыть для вас ещё больше красивых мест нашей страны!
Tour was great and our guide, Nectar, did a fantastic job throughout the day. Highly recommend this tour.
Thank you for your recommendation! We're delighted to hear you had such an enjoyable day, and we'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Nectar. We look forward to welcoming you again.
Nice tour with many sightseeing without being overwhelming. The guide Gayane was nice amd welcoming
Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the tour and the balance of sightseeing throughout the day. It’s wonderful to know you felt welcomed and comfortable during the experience. We hope to see you again on another tour in Armenia.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garni, Geghard, Symphony & Lake Sevan Small-Group Guided Tour | 8–9 hours | 4.9 (71) | $34 | |
 Garni,Geghard, Lake Sevan & Dilijan Monasteries Private Tour | 10–11 hours | 5.0 (21) | $173 | View |
 Group Tour: Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery and Lake Sevan | 7–8 hours | 5.0 (18) | $30 | View |
 Tour to Garni, Geghard and Lake Sevan | 6 hours | 5.0 (8) | $35 | View |
 Group Tour: Garni, Symphony of Stones, Geghard, Lavash Baking | 5–6 hours | 4.9 (1,330) | $36 | View |
 Garni Geghard Symphony of Stones Lavash Baking Tour from Yerevan | 6 hours | 4.8 (746) | $26 | View |
 Garni, Geghard & Symphony Small-Group Day Trip with Lavash Baking | 6–7 hours | 4.9 (294) | $22 | View |