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The 15 Best Khor Virap Tours from Yerevan

42 tours  ·  from $31

Khor Virap is thirty kilometres south with Ararat directly behind it, and the mountain only shows on a clear morning. The 15 below differ on departure time and on whether they carry on to Noravank and the Areni caves.

Group tour: Khor Virap, Noravank, Areni Winery and Cave - Khor Virap and the view of Mount Ararat
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Group tour: Khor Virap, Noravank, Areni Winery and Cave

1.Khor Virap, Noravank, Areni Winery and Cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 651 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $37Our pick

Spend 9 to 10 hours exploring Armenia’s southern sights with an English and Russian-speaking guide. See Mount Ararat from Khor Virap, admire Noravank, taste local wine at Hin Areni, and visit Bird Cave, where a 5,500-year-old leather shoe and one of the oldest known wineries were found.

“Overall a good experience. The company was well organized and our tour guide was great. I prefer the smaller tours as this one had around 50 people but still had a great time.”

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Group Tour: Khor Virap, Noravank, Tatev monasteries (wayback on Ropeway) - Noravank in a narrow red-rock valley
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Group Tour: Khor Virap, Noravank, Tatev monasteries (wayback on Ropeway)

2.Khor Virap, Noravank, Tatev monasteries (wayback on Ropeway)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 506 reviews · 14 to 15 hours (approx.) · from $73

Spend a full day exploring three of Armenia’s great monasteries with an English and Russian-speaking guide. See Mount Ararat from Khor Virap, Noravank’s cliffside churches, and Tatev via the 5.7-kilometer Wings of Tatev ropeway. The tour includes transport, snacks, water, entrance fees, and insurance.

“Very nice places. worth a visit! The guide and the driver are professional. Timetable is full but makes you feel no hurry.”

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Group Tour: Khor Virap, Garni temple, Geghard, Lavash baking - Azat Reservoir: a short pause with useful views
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Group Tour: Khor Virap, Garni temple, Geghard, Lavash baking

3.Khor Virap, Garni temple, Geghard, Lavash baking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 333 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $38

Travel from Yerevan to Khor Virap, Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery, and a family-run lavash bakery on an 8 to 9 hour group tour. Expect English and Russian guiding, air-conditioned transport, Wi-Fi, pastries, water, and time to explore each site. Lunch costs extra.

“It was an excellent trip to the Lori region with our guide Tigran and our driver Garic. We visited the Lori Fortress, St. Nicholas the Wonderworker Church, the Odzun Church and the Sanahin Monastery.”

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Khor Virap, Noravank & Birds' Cave Day Trip with Wine Tasting - Noravank among Armenia’s red cliffs
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Khor Virap, Noravank & Birds’ Cave Day Trip with Wine Tasting

4.Khor Virap, Noravank & Birds’ Cave Day Trip with Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 320 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $30Best value

Travel from Yerevan to Khor Virap, Noravank, Areni-1 Cave, and Areni wine country in an air-conditioned minibus. English and Russian guides explain Armenia’s churches, archaeology, and culture. You’ll taste local wines, fruit wines, sweets, and Armenian snacks, with lunch available for an additional fee.

“Wonderful sights on this tour. Took about 8.5 hours from start to finish. Tour guide, Anastasia, was fantastic and had great energy and humor. Edgar is a careful and skillful driver.”

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Private 7-8-hour Khor Virap, Garni temple & Geghard monastery trip from Yerevan - Geghard, where the church enters the rock
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Private 7-8-hour Khor Virap, Garni temple & Geghard monastery trip from Yerevan

5.Private 7-8-hour Khor Virap, Garni temple & Geghard monastery trip from Yerevan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 272 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Spend 7 to 8 hours visiting Khor Virap, Garni Temple, and Geghard Monastery from Yerevan in a private vehicle for up to three people. Choose an English or Russian-speaking guide, enjoy hotel pickup, and ask for extra photo stops. Expect sacred sites, ancient ruins, mountain views, and a flexible pace.

“What a day! Khor Virap did not disappoint me, and, best of all, Sonny (my perfect tour guide) took me to a vantage point to take postcard quality photos of Mt Ararat and the Monastery. Highly recommend this tour!”

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Guided tour: Khor Virap, Noravank Monastery, Areni, Jermuk - Noravank among the red cliffs
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Guided tour: Khor Virap, Noravank Monastery, Areni, Jermuk

6.Khor Virap, Noravank Monastery, Areni, Jermuk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 259 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $35

Spend 11 to 12 hours exploring southern Armenia from Yerevan. Visit Khor Virap with its Mount Ararat views, Noravank’s red-rock monastery, Jermuk waterfall, and Areni Wine Factory. Expect an English-speaking guide, air-conditioned transport, a group of up to 20, wine tasting, and an optional $6 Jermuk ropeway ride.

“The tour was amazing! Our tour partners Karmela and Edgar were amazing to travel with, they were patient and ensured everyone had a good time. The tour was structured well, with enough time to guided tour and enough alone time for pictures. The activities too were well spread out so as to not make one section filled with too many activities and other dull. It was all well planned, and exceptionally punctual.”

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Private Full-Day Trip to Khor Virap - Noravank - Tatev-ropeway from Yerevan - The Wings of Tatev ropeway
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Private Full-Day Trip to Khor Virap – Noravank – Tatev-ropeway from Yerevan

7.Private Full-Day Trip to Khor Virap – Noravank – Tatev-ropeway from Yerevan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · 13 to 14 hours (approx.)

Leave Yerevan with a private guide and driver for a long but rewarding day at Khor Virap, Noravank, and Tatev. You’ll see Mount Ararat, ride the 5.7-kilometer Wings of Tatev ropeway, and explore Armenia’s major monastic sites. Guides such as Khachik, Raffi, and Davit have led past departures, with English and Russian available.

“Davit and Norayer were great! They arrived on time and were professional and considerate. Davit was exceptional at talking about Yerevan history and culture. My partner, who spoke Russian, truly enjoyed his anecdotes and stories. Norayer was not only a safe driver, but was able to get us back at the hotel at the time we needed to be there. Davit kept us company even during the long ride going back to Yerevan. Our group is thankful and we highly recommend their services.”

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Private Half-Day Khor Virap Monastery & Mount Ararat view Tour from Yerevan - Morning or afternoon: which departure works best?
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Private Half-Day Khor Virap Monastery & Mount Ararat view Tour from Yerevan

8.Private Half-Day Khor Virap Monastery & Mount Ararat view Tour from Yerevan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.)

Travel privately from Yerevan to Khor Virap in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English or Russian-speaking guide. Expect a 3 to 4-hour outing, free hotel pickup, bottled water, and time to explore Armenia’s famous monastery. Guides such as Michael have shared strong historical context, while drivers like Marco can help with photo stops.

“The guide was so literate, and articulate. She knew so much about Armenia, I was completely moved by the experience. I haven’t stopped thinking about the conversation we had. Mt A was breathtaking and the closed border is the most unique situation I’ve ever encountered.”

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Private tour to Echmiadzin (st Cathedral), Zvartnots, Khor Virap, Garni, Geghard - Zvartnots and the remains of a seventh-century cathedral
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Private tour to Echmiadzin (st Cathedral), Zvartnots, Khor Virap, Garni, Geghard

9.Private tour to Echmiadzin (st Cathedral), Zvartnots, Khor Virap, Garni, Geghard

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Spend 7 to 8 hours exploring Armenia’s major Christian and pre-Christian sites in a private vehicle for up to three people. Expect hotel pickup, flexible time at each stop, and either a guide or driver-only service depending on your booking. Guides such as Mary, Arman, Shushan, and Nareh have provided history, local context, and helpful Yerevan tips.

“The places visited were very interesting and the guide was friendly and knowledgeable, always making sure everything was running smoothly.”

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Khor Virap, Azat Reservoir, Garni & Geghard Small-Group Day Trip - Khor Virap and the first view of Mount Ararat
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Khor Virap, Azat Reservoir, Garni & Geghard Small-Group Day Trip

10.Khor Virap, Azat Reservoir, Garni & Geghard Small-Group Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $33

Travel from Yerevan to Khor Virap, Azat Reservoir, Garni Temple, the Symphony of Stones, Geghard, and Charents Arch. Your English-speaking guide explains Armenia’s history, while included water, gata, Wi-Fi transport, and a lavash baking class add practical value. Expect a full 8 to 9 hours with up to 50 people.

“This half day tour was great, very lovely countryside, we enjoyed the lavash bread baking.”

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Khor Virap, Echmiadzin & Zvartnots UNESCO Small-Group Guided Tour - Khor Virap and the clearest Mount Ararat view
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Khor Virap, Echmiadzin & Zvartnots UNESCO Small-Group Guided Tour

11.Khor Virap, Echmiadzin & Zvartnots UNESCO Small-Group Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $30

Travel from Yerevan to Khor Virap, Echmiadzin, St. Hripsime Church, and Zvartnots in an air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi. Your English-speaking guide, including Anastasia on some departures, explains Armenia’s Christian landmarks. The tour lasts about 7 to 8 hours, includes entrance fees, water, and local sweets, and costs $30.56 per person.

“This was a great tour. The city tour was good. We also visited several ruins and cathedrals. I was the only Englush speaking person on the tour, but the guide made every effort to describe everything in both English and Russian. A great tour guide!”

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Garni, Geghard, Charents Arch, Azat reservoir, Khor Virap - Geghard Monastery, carved into the rock
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Garni, Geghard, Charents Arch, Azat reservoir, Khor Virap

12.Garni, Geghard, Charents Arch, Azat reservoir, Khor Virap

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.)

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring Armenia beyond Yerevan in a private vehicle for up to three people. Visit Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery, Khor Virap, Charents Arch, and Azat Reservoir. Guides such as Manya, Tamara, Hasmik, and Artur have earned praise for clear explanations and warm service, while driver-only trips offer more freedom.

“We had booked a private tour for just 2 of us with an English speaking driver but was very disappointed to meet the driver because he couldn't even understand a word of English nor could speak ! Although he seemed like a nice man but we couldn't communicate with him . Our tour was supposed to be 7 hours with hotel pick up and drop but by 1 pm we started heading towards Yerevan since we don't spent much time any where and don't go up to the khor virap monastery either .. We didnt stop for lunch or any tea break and went straight from point to point .…”

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Khor Virap, Noravank Private Tour with Optional Wine Tasting - Khor Virap and the first view of Mount Ararat
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Khor Virap, Noravank Private Tour with Optional Wine Tasting

13.Khor Virap, Noravank Private Tour with Optional Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $69

Travel privately from Yerevan to Khor Virap and Noravank, then visit Bird’s Cave and an Areni winery. You’ll have hotel pickup, bottled water, WiFi, and an air-conditioned vehicle. A guide, lunch, wine tasting, and entry fees cost extra, so confirm those details before booking.

“I’d like to extend our warmest appreciation to Armine and Vahan for a wonderful trip. It was such an amazing experience. I really commend Armine for her dedication to share the rich culture of Armenia. And to Vahan, for driving us safely during the entire trip. We just got a short stay in Armenia, but definitely, Armine made it very worth it and memorable trip. We enjoyed the breathtaking views going to Noravank. I think of all the monasteries that we’ve visited, Norabank was one of the best, the breathtaking views was just so extra ordinary.”

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Private Tour to Garni Temple, Geghard & Khor Virap Monasteries, Azat Reservoir - Khor Virap and the view toward Ararat
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Private Tour to Garni Temple, Geghard & Khor Virap Monasteries, Azat Reservoir

14.Private Tour to Garni Temple, Geghard & Khor Virap Monasteries, Azat Reservoir

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 9 hours (approx.)

Spend about nine hours with a private driver and optional professional guide visiting Khor Virap, Azat Reservoir, Geghard, Garni Temple, and Charents Arch. You get hotel pickup, air conditioning, WiFi, bottled water, and a vehicle for your group of up to three. Garni entry and Symphony of Stones are extra.

“We organized this tour in February with tour operator Meline, who was able to understand our needs and was exceptional.”

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Tatev,Shaki(waterfall),Noravank,Wine tasting,Khor Virap - Khor Virap and the view toward Turkey
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15.Tatev,Shaki(waterfall),Noravank,Wine tasting,Khor Virap

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 25 reviews · 12 to 13 hours (approx.)

Travel from Yerevan by private vehicle to Khor Virap, Noravank, Tatev Monastery, Shaki Waterfall, and a wine tasting. Guide-driver Sergey and his brother may lead the trip. Expect 12 to 13 hours on the road, bottled water, scenic stops, and extra costs for lunch, taxes, and Tatev aerial tramway tickets.

“The best tour in Armenia. Sergey and his brother are really professional, hands-on, and provide the best experience. 100% satisfied and recommended”

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