Group Tour: Gyumri (Urban Life museum, Black fortress, old town), Harichavank
Overview
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On this 10-11-hour tour you will visit Gyumri, the second largest city in Armenia. It is one of the main cultural centers of the republic, you will see the museum of urban life and national culture of Gyumri. Besides, there will be a chance to walk through the old streets of the town, visit black fortress and enjoy lunch in national restaurant (own expense). Finally visit 7th century Monastery Harichavank situated on the western slope of Mount Aragats, on a roky cape.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
The duration is approximate
Seats will not be known in advance
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Hyur Service
starting and returning point
Museum of National Architecture and Urban Life
Everyday life, culture and history of Gyumri are presented in the museum. This remarkable mansion was built by wealthy merchant Petros Dzitoghtsyan in 1872 from the famous red tuff of Shirak. The museum was founded in 1984 in this very building. It is included in the list of intangible monuments of history and culture of Gyumri.
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicles
Vehicle & passengers insurance
Professional guide: ENG + RUS consecutively
WiFi in the vehicles
Bottled water & pastries
Admission tickets
Lunch price (3900 - 4900AMD = 10-13 USD)
Hotel pick-up & drop-off
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Group Tour: Gyumri (Urban Life museum, Black fortress, old town), Harichavank
Reviews
292 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Beautiful city Gyumri
Q580RJtg,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gyumri is a beautiful city. Impressive stories beautifully told by our guide Arpi.
Relaxed day to the second capital of Armenia
Martin v,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks a lot to our guide Arpi and our driver Ashot for an exciting and educatieve tour to city Gyumri! Our kids (9 and 15 years old) enjoyed it a lot and it was wast to follow Arpi’s proper English!
Gyumri and its history
V6608CI ,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An informative and interesting tour. Much was learned from the guide Edward. Also a special thank you to driver Samwell for a safe and secure road. During the tour there is enough time to walk, rest. Gyumri is a city with its own history. It's good to know more about Armenia.
Beautiful experience
P198SL,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really wanted to visit Gyumri and didn't regret taking a group tour. Guide Edward told us perfectly well along the way, and driver Samwell drove safely between locations. Thank you for your work!
A day in Gyumri
marcogE8257VA,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommended excursion both for the places visited and for the guide Arpine and the driver Ashod who made the day memorable. They allowed us to visit the best of the city and its surroundings optimizing the time available
Visit Gyumri!
liquidox,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic tour of Gyumri with Arpi and her driver. The sights were great and well narrated. Recommended!
Very nice travel experience
r digers578,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Marina was an excellent guide, well prepared, very friendly. They understood everything well. The driver (Alexander) was very knowledgeable and safe. The program was interesting and varied.
Beautiful experience
L5311TNsaras,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful experience. Driver Alexander very good and kind, guide Marina super prepared to explain all his knowledge and answer questions. Also very kind in not rushing the group, to respect the needs of all. Visits as scheduled well organized.
A wonderful day
chiararO7000FQ,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience thanks to the presence of a guide not only super prepared but also very helpful. Marina did not just explain historical facts but allowed us to make a real journey into Armenian culture. Speaking of travel, we must mention the driver: Alexander. As a person who suffers a lot the car and even more the bus I just want to thank him because his guide, quiet and safe, made this tour, for me it is my family, perfect!
Awesome guides but Gyumri was underwhelming
33timothyr,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Marina and Alexander were awesome. Unfortunately I found Gyumri to be underwhelming and the museum to be rather boring. Black fortress was cool. I got my hopes up and thought we were going to visit kurds but we didnt. I wanted to get out and see the sun temple and meet a kurd. That would have made it amazing. The final church was definitely interesting. The guide was awesome just wasnt my favorite tour personally.
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