Private Tour
UNESCO Gems of Armenia: Echmiadzin, Hripsime & Zvartnots
Overview
Mobile ticket
Unlike big group tours with strict schedules, this trip is designed to feel personal, flexible, and comfortable. Our drivers are not professional guides, but they are friendly locals who will share the most essential facts about each site, answer your questions, and assist you with everything you need along the way. You’ll enjoy a relaxed journey, plenty of time to explore the sights at your own pace, and the comfort of having someone who knows the area well.
This tour is perfect for travellers who want:
• A private ride with no rushing or waiting for groups
• Essential information about each site without overwhelming details
• Time to experience Armenia’s spiritual and historical treasures at your own rhythm
• A helpful, caring driver who makes the trip easy and stress-free
Additional Info
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
Saint Hripsime Church
Saint Hripsime Church is a seventh century Armenian Apostolic church in the city of Vagharshapat. It is one of the oldest surviving churches in the country. The church was erected by Catholicos Komitas to replace the original mausoleum built by Catholicos Sahak the Great in 395 AD that contained the remains of the martyred Saint Hripsime to whom the church is dedicated. The current structure was completed in 618 AD. It is known for its fine Armenian-style architecture of the classical period, which has influenced many other Armenian churches since. It was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site along with other nearby churches, including Etchmiadzin Cathedral, Armenia's mother church, in 2000.
Zvartnots Temple
Zvartnots Cathedral is a 7th-century centrally planned aisled tetraconch type Armenian cathedral built by the order of Catholicos Nerses the Builder from 643-652. Now in ruins, it is located at the edge of the city of Vagharshapat (Etchmiadzin) in Armavir Province of Armenia.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All taxes and fees
Fuel surcharge and parking fee
Air-conditioned transport
Zvartnots Cathedral
Treasury Museum
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
1-3 travelers
Pickup included
4-6 travelers
Pickup included
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The organizer messaged me...
Pamela M,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The organizer messaged me beforehand (though on viator, not on whatsapp) to reconfirm pick up details. Levon was on time, and we were very efficient with three visits. He not only told me about the site itself, but answered all my random questions about Armenia including society, culture, religion, governance, traffic, education, and on. a very interesting morning!
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