Khor Virap, Garni, Geghard with Symphony & Lavash Baking
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Discover Armenia’s most iconic landmarks in one unforgettable journey.
Start at Khor Virap Monastery, where breathtaking views of Mount Ararat create the perfect photo moment. Continue to the serene Azat Reservoir, surrounded by the rolling Yeranos Mountains.
Explore the 1st-century Garni Temple, the only standing pagan temple in the Caucasus, dedicated to the sun god Mihr. Marvel at the nearby Symphony of Stones, a spectacular basalt formation shaped by nature over millennia.
Visit the rock-carved Geghard Monastery and experience traditional Lavash baking in a Tonir.
History, nature, and authentic culture — all in one inspiring day.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
What To Expect
Khor Virap
Your adventure will begin with a visit to the Khor Virap Monastery, located at the foot of the majestic Mount Ararat. Saint Gregory the Illuminator was imprisoned here before bringing Christianity to Armenia, making it the first country to adopt Christianity as its state religion.
Azat Reservoir
Here you can enjoy Azat Reservoir's serene and scenic surroundings and have great photos.
Options
Small-Group Tour
What‘s Included
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lavash baking and tasting
Local Sweet "Gata"
Guide service
Optional, €6 - €14 per person
Entrance Ticket to Garni Temple
Entrance Ticket to "Symphony of Stones"
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
72 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Top experience! The guide...
Angelo S,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Top experience! The guide was professional, very kind, and well-prepared. 100% recommended for those who want to discover Armenia!
An Unforgettable Journey Through Armenia’s Historic Wonders
504arpank,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a wonderful time exploring Khor Virap, Azat Reservoir, Garni Temple, the Symphony of Stones, and Geghard Monastery. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to share the fascinating history behind each location. He was also very inclusive, thoughtfully alternating the order of explanation in Russian and English so that everyone felt equally engaged throughout the tour. The experience was made even more memorable with a delicious lunch at a beautiful restaurant overlooking the Azat River — truly the cherry on top.
Fantastic Experience from Start to Finish
anoushm282,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a wonderful experience on this tour with our family! Our guide Anahit was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and made every stop so interesting and enjoyable. The scenery at every location we visited was absolutely breathtaking, and our driver made the journey smooth and comfortable the entire time. Everything was well organized and enjoyable from start to finish. We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Armenia!
Interesting and informative
yanagilis,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were absolutely delighted with the trip. The program is incredibly busy, and the views of Choir Virap and Mount Ararat are mesmerizing. Everything is organized at the highest level, time has flown under the radar, and we have enjoyed every moment. Special thanks to our driver Edgar for driving very carefully, comfortably and safely throughout the route. And a special, huge thank you to our guide Nectar! She's an amazing storyteller, very thoughtful, positive and in love with her business. Thanks to her, we learned so many interesting things and literally fell in love with Armenia. We definitely recommend this tour to all travelers! Thank you for a memorable day.
Incredible sights/history/nature
fiftystatesevenconts,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One would have to be senseless to come to Armenia and miss these highlights: 1. Anastasia, my English speaking guide 2. the fabulous views of Mt. Ararat 3. the ancient monasteries 4. Garni Temple with Roman baths and the short video explaining in many different languages how the baths operated with such Roman ingenuity 5. the delicious lunch served at a restaurant with stunning views (extra fee but well worth it) 6. the UNESCO monastery, Geghard, carved partly out of the rocky hillside 7. The Symphony of stones, my absolute favorite part of the day. I have been to similar volcanic basalt columns in Iceland, Northern Ireland, El Salvador, and Mammoth, California, but they pale in comparison to these. The entire valley is surrounded with these unique and stunning naturally formed columns. I could have spent hours wandering among them. Truly a sight to see, even if you have been awed by basalt columns before. Even if this was the only sight today, the tour would have been worth it. I was the only English speaker out of the full van of 18 tourists, and Anastasia clearly narrated to me separately.
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Vacation18926447717,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great time. Very thankful to have Anastasia as a guide.
Great experience
martinai868,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience, rich and well thought out itinerary, combining historical and natural sites. Knowledgeable and engaging guide Sam. Nice little touches such as traditional sweets and lavash tasting.
Perfect day tour in Armenia
V4106FDpaolag,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved this tour. Very comprehensive and well organized. Gaia is an amazing tour guide, she makes sure you get an interesting overview of the unique culture and history Armenia. We were some of the non-Russian speakers but she still make us feel included by making sure to translate everything. The stops were well timed and planned, car is comfortable with WiFi and Marat is a great driver. We felt very safe even though it was snowing heavily. Thank you for a great experience.
Amazing experience
Egb872,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a great experience! So well organized, they provided water, sweets and wifi on the bus. But the best part was our driver Marat and our guide Gaia. They were so sweet! Gaia told us so many things about Armenian history and culture, not only the stops on the trip, but everything. She was caring, patient and so kind and helpful. The restaurant where we stopped by was also very nice; with a spectacular view. It was such a good value for the price, would definelty recommend again!
Great trip
AndrieS 12,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Anastasia was an absolute pro, she provided information in English and Russian fluently in such a way it kept us interested and there was no waiting time until one language concluded to begin the next, so neither of us missed seeing something with the explanation. You could also tell she loved her job, she had humour and she knew how to get us involved so it felt more comfortable in the group. Our driver Marat (sorry, I'm sure I got the name wrong), was a happy man who also looked as if he was enjoying the trip and he drove us safely in the snow. We were lucky regardless of the snow, we still stopped at all the places mentioned in the booking and we were able to get good views of Ararat for photos. The restaurant we had our lunch was very nice and the food was good. We tried the lavash bread and at the restaurant as it is customary, lavash bread with cheese and fresh herbs. I also chose from the lunch menu, tolma (stuffed vine leaves with beef) which were good. It was an enjoyable day and we had a good crowd in our group. Additional note we had WiFi on the bus which was great to upload photos between stops, lots of bottles of water and we were given a traditional sweet. Note, you will see a lot of dogs, all friendly, so if you have any spare food they will appreciate it. Thank you for an amazing day.
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