Garni, Geghard, Sevan, Sevanavank Group Tour

Armenia’s landscape shifts dramatically within a single day on this tour — from a 1st-century pagan temple and dramatic basalt cliffs to a monastery carved directly into a mountainside, ending on the shores of one of the world’s largest high-altitude lakes. This full-day Garni and Geghard tour from Yerevan brings together five of Armenia’s most visited landmarks in one 8-hour trip, mixing ancient history, striking geology, and lakeside scenery.

Tour Overview

This is a group tour running 8 hours, departing from and returning to Yerevan the same day, with a guide and transport included throughout. Guides are available in English and Russian. Rather than booking a private vehicle, you join other travelers, which keeps the price lower while covering five stops across two very different regions of Armenia.

Charents Arch & Garni Temple: Pagan Armenia’s Last Standing Temple

The day starts at the Charents Arch, known for its panoramic views of Mount Ararat, before continuing to Garni Temple — widely recognized as the only Hellenistic-style pagan temple to survive in the former Soviet Union. Alongside the temple, you’ll also explore the ruins of an ancient Roman bathhouse, a rare pairing of classical architecture this far into the Caucasus.

Symphony of Stones: Armenia’s Basalt Cliffs

 

 

 

 

From Garni, the tour heads down into the gorge to see the Symphony of Stones, a striking natural formation of tightly packed basalt columns rising from the canyon walls. It’s one of the most photographed geological sites in Armenia, formed by volcanic activity millions of years ago.

 

Geghard Monastery: Carved Into the Mountain

 

 

The tour continues to Geghard Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site partially carved directly into the surrounding cliff face. Its rock-hewn chapels and tombs make it one of Armenia’s most architecturally unique medieval monasteries, and one of the most visited sites in the country.

 

 

 

 

Lake Sevan & Sevanavank Monastery: Armenia’s Mountain Sea

 

The final stretch of the day takes you to Lake Sevan, one of the largest high-altitude lakes in the world, often called Armenia’s “mountain sea.” On its shores, Sevanavank Monastery sits on a peninsula overlooking the water, combining centuries of history with some of the best lake views in the country.

Full Itinerary

Pickup: Alexander Tamanyan Statue, Cascade Complex, Yerevan

The Arch of Yeghishe Charents — 20 min

Garni Temple — 40 min

Symphony of Stones — 40 min

Geghard Monastery — 50 min

Lunch — 1 hour

Sevan & Sevanavank — 1h 20min

Drop-off: Alexander Tamanyan Statue, Cascade Complex, Yerevan

How much does this tour cost?

The tour starts from AMD 13,900 per person for the Group Tour option.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Garni and Geghard tour?

The tour takes approximately 8 hours, including pickup and drop-off in Yerevan.

What languages are the guides available in?

Guides for this tour are available in English and Russian.

Is Geghard Monastery a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

Yes, Geghard Monastery is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for being partially carved into the surrounding cliff.

What is the Symphony of Stones?

It’s a natural formation of tightly packed basalt columns in the Garni Gorge, created by volcanic activity.

Is this a private or group tour?

This is a Group Tour, joined by other travelers.

Where does the tour depart from?

Pickup is at the Alexander Tamanyan Statue, near the Cascade Complex in Yerevan.