Private Half-Day Garni Temple and Geghard Monastery Tour from Yerevan
Overview
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Explore the most amazing attractions of Armenia! First up visit Garni, the only pagan temple which exists in Armenia before moving onto Geghard monastery, a complex which is carved in a cave.
Additional Info
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
What To Expect
Charent's Arch
The monument "Arch of Charents" was created by architect Raphael Israelyan. One day on his way to Garni he stopped at this place and, noticing that a picturesque view opens from there to the Mount Ararat, he decided to build an arch as a "temple" to Ararat. The Arch was constructed in 1957, on occasion of the 60th anniversary of the great Armenian poet Yeghishe Charents. It is said, that the poet was also fond of walking around this place. It is like a picture frame, from where a mesmerizing view opens to the Ararat valley with Masis floating in distance. The following words completing Charents' famous poem are carved on the front aperture along the arch: "There is no summit as snow-white as that of lofty Ararat; Like an inaccessible path to glory, I love my Mount Masis!" You can make here stunning pictures against the backdrop of the Arch and Mountain Ararat, only the weather should be clear.
Garni Temple
Garni temple, which towers over a triangular cape, is the unique survived example of heathen culture in Armenia. It is a blend of Greco-Roman and Armenian styles. King Trdat The First ordered building the temple in the first century AD and dedicated it to the God of Sun. After adopting Christianity in 301, the pagan temple lost its significance and the fortress of Garni became the summer residence of the kings. Nowadays the ruins of the royal palace and the bathroom with a stunning mosaic work can be found near the temple.
Options
1-3 travelers, without guide
including bottled water, vehicle insurance, hotel pick up Pickup included
3-6 travelers, with a guide
including bottled water, vehicle insurance, hotel pick up Pickup included
1-2 travelers, with a guide
including bottled water, vehicle insurance, hotel pick up Pickup included
4-7 travelers, without guide
including bottled water, vehicle insurance, hotel pick up Pickup included
What‘s Included
Extra stops on the route upon request
Air-conditioned vehicles & professional drivers
Vehicle & passengers insurance
Bottled water
Master class & tasting
Free pick-up & drop-off within Yerevan
Professional English or Russian speaking guide service (if choosing "with a guide" option)
Lunch
Garni Temple
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
263 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Like Discovering Armenia with a Friend
sheinak2026,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked our tour with Hyur based on a recommendation from friends, and we were very happy with the experience. Mariam and her driver, Hrach, arrived on time, and the comfortable car and complimentary water were a nice start to the day. The half day we spent with Mariam felt less like a formal tour and more like discovering the area with a local friend. She shared interesting stories and insights, answered all our questions, and gave us several useful recommendations for the rest of our stay in Armenia. She also kindly took some beautiful photos of us along the way, which was a lovely bonus and left us with great memories of the day. Both Mariam and Hrach were friendly, professional, and pleasant company throughout. We can see why Hyur was recommended to us and would happily recommend them to others as well.
Great experience
513shridharb,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience. Well organized tour. The places are amazing. The bus was comfortable for our group of 8. Eduard our guide and Ashot our driver were really nice and made the trip great👍
Overall, an amazing experience
391parula,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an amazing experience visiting these places in Armenia especially with the Guide Edward and Driver Ashot. Pick up and drop was smooth, the details of these places were thoroughly elaborate and describe patiently.
Private Half Day Tour
namirhourani1,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked this tour for a family of 6 adults and 7 children, and we were lucky to have Samvel as our tour guide and Khachik (hope I’m spelling it correctly!) as our driver. Samvel was incredibly knowledgeable, eloquent, and well-spoken, but what really stood out was how patient, kind, and wonderful he was with the children. He constantly went out of his way to explain everything we were seeing and made the experience so engaging for everyone. Even Khachik was contributing great information throughout the tour, which made the whole experience even better. Managing a group of 13 people with 7 young kids is not easy, but these guys absolutely aced it. Huge thank you to both Samvel and Khachik for making the trip so memorable. As for the operator, Hyur Service was extremely easy and professional to deal with. We booked multiple tours with them and had plenty of last-minute changes, all of which they happily accommodated. Their buses were also very clean and comfortable. Highly recommended, and definitely ask for Samvel and Khachik on your next tour!
Oh, great!
Tour06055947423,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was very enjoyable, driver Gregor, and Guide Samwell very wonderfully organized the tour!!! Samvel talked very interestingly, we learned a lot about the history of Armenia. It's all very well! Beautiful places, history, views of fire!
Excellent
nataliaiZ5470JV,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was absolutely amazing, we enjoyed stunning nature, delicious food and overall experience was just great. Special thanks to our driver Hrach, he was very friendly and polite during the journey. Totally would recommend!
Gegard Garney
803eugenev,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful tour, beautiful guides, very grateful. Special thanks to driver Araik and guide Jasmine.
Garni, Geghard and Symphony of Stones
408jow,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Superb tour by guide Anoosha and driver Karen. Very knowledgeable and friendly with extra bonus of Anoosha singing beautifully to demonstrate the acoustics of the monastery. Highly recommended.
A measured journey without fuss
L5092IS,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went on the Garney - Stone Symphony - Gegard tour. I went a second time, wanted to show my family the beautiful places. It's all good. Booked through Hyur website, payment is all convenient and clear. Driver Aruth is probably the best driver in Armenia. Vez is smooth and slow, as I asked. I'm afraid of racers, and this ride is very comfortable. Anna told us everything she needed to, without being overwhelmed with information and emotion. That's a big plus for us). It was a measured, pleasant journey without fuss. Thank you).
Tour to Garney
T4948OZviktorg,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Were on a field trip, interesting route, lots of impressions, driver Ike was polite, helped and told the necessary information on the way
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