Group tour: Khor Virap, Noravank, Areni Winery and Cave

Overview

Available languages

Russian

English

Mobile ticket

Join this group tour to explore most amazing attractions of Armenia! Visit Khor Virap monastery, a great place for embracing the most picturesque views of Biblical Ararat mountain. Next see the monastery complex, Noravank, that is unique in its construction as the Church of Holy Mother of God is the only two-storied monastery in Armenia. After that visit Areni, one of the oldest settlements in Armenia and today is famous for its wines. Have a lunch and wine tasting.

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‘s Included

Wine tasting

Air-conditioned vehicles

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

Birds' cave visit from Dec 26 till Jan 7

What To Expect

Hyur Service

starting and ending point

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Khor Virap

Khor Virap is the most famous pilgrimage site in Armenia, as it is directly connected with the adoption of Christianity. As a state religion, Christianity in Armenia was adopted in 301 due to endeavors of Saint Gregory The Illuminator, who, before converting King Trdat The 3rd to Christianity, was imprisoned in the dungeon, over which a church of Khor Virap monastery was built in the 17th century. From the monastery one can admire the stunning view of the Biblical Mount Ararat.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Group Tour: Khor Virap, Noravank, Hin Areni (wine tasting), ancient "Birds-Cave"

Holiday option

master class included

Reviews

4.89

624 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

574

Exciting destination I was
X950ZSalexandert,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
During whole day visited a few monasteries , a cave, and wine factory It was great to get to know closer about Armenian culture and inheritage. Thanks to Anait and Rayk
Recommend
248andrejf,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Beautiful views of nature, monastery and a nice short visit in the local winery (including the tasting). Thanks to a great guide Anahit who provided useful insights. Worth the price.
Perfect trip!!!
sergiu113,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had a fantastic tour today visiting Khor Virap Monastery, Birds-Cave, Hin Areni Wine Factory, and Noravank Monastery. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and spoke excellent English, making the whole experience even better. The lunch was delicious, and the wine tasting at Hin Areni was truly enjoyable. Highly recommend this tour!
Khor virap
Maryam H,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing experience with outstanding guide hayke and Mr. Joseph. Thanks to hlHyur service for arranging this trip. Highly appreciated
A tour worth your time!
enotera,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A tour you must experience! We had a fantastic guide (Hayk) and an experienced and smooth driver (Joseph). The monasteries are worth visiting, expecially when a competent guide highlights key aspects related to history or religion which otherwise one would miss. We could barely see the tip of the Ararat since November (as well as March) is a foggy month, but it was still an emotional moment for us. For wines lovers the visit to the winery will definitely be interesting. Thank you Hayk!
All great, professional service
iliferov,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great service, scheduling, comfortable bus with a lot of leg space. Very interesting guide Manya and great driver Levon. Very satisfied👍
A packed day. Unmissable
victorn390,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A brilliant day out. Very well organised. Unique sights and very knowledgeable guidance round the stops. Josep and Marina were a great team. Highly recommended
Another Incredible Day with Hyur Service – Hayk and Anush Were Fantastic!
manougy,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had another amazing private tour with Hyur Service, this time visiting Khor Virap, Noravank Monastery, and the Areni Winery. Our driver Hayk was excellent again, handling the long, winding roads with confidence and care. Our guide Anush was warm, engaging, and incredibly knowledgeable, sharing stories about Armenia’s deep Christian roots at Khor Virap, with its breathtaking view of Mount Ararat, and the stunning red cliffs surrounding Noravank. We ended the day at Areni Winery for a wonderful lunch, wine tasting, and a fascinating tour of the wine-making process. It was the perfect way to experience Armenia’s history, scenery, and hospitality all in one day. Highly recommend Hyur Service...especially Hayk and Anush!
So and so...
MicheleLecce,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
This one-day tour was half a disappointment: if, on the one hand, the visits to Khor Virap and Noravank were very beautiful, especially the latter; on the other hand, the Areni cave and the wine "tasting" were two huge disappointments: in the cave there is practically nothing appreciable to see; while the visit to the cellar was a race against time: 8 glasses of wine to gulp down roughly 16 minutes! Give up that rubbish and simply enjoy a visit to the two magnificent monasteries.
Excelent
970mladenb,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour was excellent. The bilingual information received from our guide Marina exceeded our expectations. Complete information, pleasant voice and exemplary attitude towards tourists. We thank her from the bottom of our hearts. Also the driver and the coach were excellent. All of this made the day during the trip a success.