Small group tour to Armenia with lunch in a local family
Overview
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Discover a new country in one day!
A full day trip from Tbilisi will feel like time traveling as you visit the medieval Odzun and Haghpat monasteries (on UNESCO list of World Heritag Sites) and the Soviet town of Alaverdi. A local family will welcome you for an authentic Armenian lunch in their home.
Travel in a small group of like-minded travelers and enjoy the rocky scenery of Lori region, learn about history and culture of this unique region, that influenced both - Armenia and Georgia, and indulge your taste buds with a delicious family lunch.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please check if you need a visa and if so, please apply for the e-visa if possible. Visa on arrival is available only for private tours, not for group tours.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Meet your guide at 8:45 at the Big Bicycle monument at Rose Revolution square
Akhtala Monastery
First stop is the fortified monastery of Akhtala with its incredible and unique frescoes and an interesting history of Georgian and Armenian influence.
What‘s Included
Experienced English speaking guide
Central meeting point and transfer in a comfortable car / van with a/c
Lunch in a local family
Key sights of Northern Armenia
Souvenirs
Gratuities
Options
Small Group
Small Group Tour with lunch : Enjoy a trip to Armenia in a small group of like-minded travelers and have a delicious lunch together
Private Tour
Lunch and hotel pick up : Enjoy the comfort of a private tour to Armenia including hotel pick up and delicious lunch
Reviews
68 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It was a great day with a...
Kristen T,,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great day with a very knowledgeable and funny guide. I enjoyed every minute. Thank you for a great day!
An amazing trip to Armenia’s monasteries
markkZ9053CX,,Jun 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Temo is a wonderful tour guide, a true professional, and an incredibly kind person. We were impressed by this young man’s vast erudition. He told us many fascinating things about the history of Armenia, about each monastery, and about the origins of Christianity in Armenia and Georgia. With him, we felt transported several centuries back in time. We wandered among the ruins of a medieval fortress, admired 15th–16th-century frescoes, and marveled at the architecture of Armenian monasteries while listening to sacred chants. We were deeply impressed by the skill of Armenian stone carvers who created stunningly beautiful khachkars (carved cross-stones). Temo was able to answer all of our questions. We were also pleasantly surprised by the breadth of his interests. Temo introduced us to his Armenian friends, and we got to taste delicious Armenian dishes. He treated us to ice cream and gave us invaluable recommendations on where to find the best restaurants in Georgia. I suppose I should also mention that Temo showed us places connected with the Soviet past — but we had lived through that era ourselves. I also want to note that Temo started the tour in excellent English, but as soon as he found out that our native language was Russian, he immediately switched to fluent Russian. Temo also gave us helpful advice for crossing the border between Georgia and Armenia. And he is a great driver, which is so important! Thank you so much, Temo — it was an unforgettable day together.
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Holly P,,Jun 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Giorgi was an amazing guide for our trip to Armenia! Very knowledgeable about all the sites we visited! Beautiful lunch setting with a local family was provided. It is a full day trip but with enough stops to make it not seem so long. Definitely recommend!
MUST GO.
398angush,,Dec 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide Irakli is very professional and knowledgeable to the tour spots. It was amazing. Trip was smooth, dinner was nice!
An amazing introduction to Armenia
feathersandgoldbears,,Dec 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely beautiful tour, very knowledgable guide and at the lunch everything except 2 dishes were vegan friendly. Would highly recommend!
Small group tour to Armenia from Tbilisi
Graham L,,Nov 12, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We enjoyed the small group tour to Armenia there were only six guests on our trip and the vehicle was a Toyota Landcruiser vehicle which was perfect for the trip, we visited a couple of heritage sites, enjoyed a delicious village lunch and the tour guide was very knowledgeable and helpful !
Lovely first encounter with Armenia
Renee F,,May 21, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour around the beautiful monasteries Armenia had to offer! Our tour guide was super knowledgeable and gave great insights about Georgia, Armenia and the history behind the monuments
Tour to Armenia - Pros and Cons
A1787VTcarolinap,,Nov 6, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00PROS: It was an awesome tour, everything was well organized. The tour guide was very knowledgeable on the subject and was also extremely respectful and caring, which I really value. The places we visited were very beautiful and interesting. CONS: - The food that the Armenian family prepared was not that great and if you're vegan, the options are very limited and the things that we vegans can eat there, are not so tasty. - The driver smoked in the car during the return trip. It was really awful and it made me feel dizzy and sick. Despite the cons, the tour was good. It was a great experience overall.
Fantastic tour with excellent guide
MariaBham,,Sep 11, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very well organised tour! The meeting point was very easy to find. In total we were 6 people on this tour, so it was indeed a small group and we all got to know each other. Our guide Zezva did an excellent job! Super friendly and chilled. I didn't feel rushed and there was no specific time at each stop, instead we got the time we needed. Zezva walked around with us and gave us lot of information. The lunch was in a local house with a stunning garden and amazing views. The food was delicious and there was plenty of it! It was nice that also Zezva and the driver had lunch with us tourists. This added to the friendly atmosphere I felt throughout the tour. Thank you so much for an unforgettable journey to Armenia!
Great way to do a quick visit to North Armenia
Heikki S,,Sep 3, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00We had nice small group of five and the guide Zezva was brilliant! Nice views and lovely day up in the mountains.
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