Group tour: Etchmiadzin and Zvartnots
Overview
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6 hours
Mobile ticket
Regarding to these places we will move to the ancient era, because all of them are considered the oldest temples in the world and Etchmiatsin is also included in the UNESCO World Heritage.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
"According to tradition, the main church was built in the place where Miadzin descended, Etchmiadzin. In Gregory's vision, Christ shows the place of the main temple with a golden hammer. The oldest cathedral in the world, founded in 303, was destined to become an important witness and participant in the history of the Armenian people. Being the most important center of the Armenian Church's world network, the Etchmiadzin Cathedral is now represented by a large area, including many old and new churches, secular structures, libraries, a seminary, etc."
Saint Gayane Church
The series of glorious churches of the seventh century continues with St. Gayane, which was founded only 12 years later than St. Hripsime. This church, built in 630, was built on the grave of a Christian virgin who died in Armenia at the end of the 3rd and the beginning of the 4th century, about 3 centuries after her death. The church was restored in 1652. There are many coffins in the yard, among them famous military and cultural figures of the Armenian people.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Food and drinks
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Group tour: Etchmiadzin and Zvartnots
Reviews
74 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Mountain Hike
navidt2026,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour. I loved every minute of it and the scenery was spectacular. I hope to go on another tour very soon and hike up the mountain.
Wonderful trip
varduhis2024,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a wonderful journey through Armenia's most important spiritual landmarks, filled with fascinating historical insights from our wonderful guide, Anna, and a smooth ride thanks to our excellent driver, Mushegh.
Great!
mherh2025,Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip to discover Armenia. I was solo traveling and this tour was great to find travelers from around the world and seeing the beauty of this country.
Etchmiadzin and Zvartnots
548nikolair,Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fascinating tour full of interesting facts and meaningful explanations by our excellent guide, Gevorg, who pointed out the most unique architectural features of Etchmiadzin. Hripsime and Zvartnots. We all had a very relaxing, educational and fun day. I highly recommend this tour!
Average
Ilka I,Oct 27, 2024
- Review from Viator
3.00It was good to have a direct transportation to the sights and to have an explanation there. Unfortunately, our guide was far from being motivated for his job or interacting with the group or making an individual approach. Maybe he doesn't like his job. I guess sharing a taxi and having the attractions looked up online would have been a way, too.
Highly recommended!
annapC7636GK,Oct 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great tour, mostly thanks to Anna Demirchyan, our excellent guide and great driver! She facilitated a very informative and interesting tour, being a strong professional, as well as a very nice, sociable and supportive person. Highly recommended!
Anna our Excellent guide!
narbehe,Sep 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Anna is an amazing guide , she was extremely educated and friendly , we will definitely be back and we recommend one way tour with Anna the excellent guide
Tatev, Hndzoresk, Shaki Falls
397viktoriap,May 28, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tatev is a very atmospheric place, opened up to us through fog and thick clouds. The cable car sank in the fog, sometimes showing below the amazing landscape. Yegor, our guide, gave a very lively and detailed account of the history of the place. Then we went to Hndzoresk. An unusual place whose history stopped not so long ago. The journey was completed at a work of art created by nature itself - a majestic waterfall.
Tatev Monastery (Armenia), tour with "flight" by cable car
ValeriyaVi,May 24, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful tour, very well composed, rich and interesting, lots of interesting travel information, historical sites and stunningly beautiful nature. Many thanks to the beautiful guide Nina for her reliability in submitting information, her abundance, her excellent organization, sincerely wish her further professional success. I recommend this trip to all categories of tourists, including people aged and families with children.
Advice!
L3475GTnancym,May 19, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful trip not only due to the chic nature of Armenia, but also the delightful guide Yegor. I was able to get interested in the story so that there was a desire to study it in detail in the future on my own. You can see that the man is professional and interested in his business. Spectacular nature, delicious food and an interesting tour!
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