8-Hour Culture Tour of Lake Sevan, Geghard and Garni Temple

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Admire morning views over Lake Sevan from the peninsula
• 02 Visit the UNESCO-listed Geghard Monastery Complex
• 03 Explore Garni Temple, the only standing pagan monument in the post-Soviet territory
• 04 Immerse yourself in Armenian history, Christian heritage, and scenic landscapes

During this eight-hour tour, visit three must-see sights in Armenia: Lake Sevan, the so-called Blue Pearl of Armenia, the medieval Geghard Monastery Complex, and Garni Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site dating from the 1st century AD. Enjoy the opportunity to immerse yourself in Armenian history, Christian heritage, and breathtaking scenery and nature.

Drive to Lake Sevan and appreciate the morning views from the top of the peninsula.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Sevan, Yerevan, Garni, Geghard

Languages English, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Lake Sevan, Geghard Monastery, and Garni Temple

• Meet your guide at an agreed-upon location.
• Drive to Lake Sevan and appreciate the morning views from the top of the peninsula.
• Continue to the Geghard Monastery Complex, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
• Make your way to Garni Temple, the only standing pagan monument in the entire post-Soviet territory.

Drive back to Yerevan with your Armenia tour guide in the evening.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Car
• English-speaking Armenia tour guide
• WiFi in the car

What's Not Included

• Accommodation
• Lunches and dinners
• Entrance fee to Garni Temple
• Anything not included

What to bring

• A warm jacket or a sweater
• Sunscreen
• Cash

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Sevan, Armenia

Tour start

Lake Sevan, Armenia

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.