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From Tbilisi: Day Trip to Armenia Including Homemade Lunch - Akhtala and its painted medieval interior

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,084 reviews · 11 hours · from $59Our pick

Cross Armenia’s Lori Province from Tbilisi for UNESCO monasteries, Soviet-era sights, mountain scenery, and a memorable homemade Armenian lunch.

“absolutely amazing. it's a must try from Tblisi. the rustic ruins and scenery is a must experience. Maria the guide was also exceptional you should try for three reasons 1. the people in Armenia are so friendly and nice 2. the food is exceptional 3. the road the scenery and even the dogs on the steert is amazing. also going with the tour enhances the experience”

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Group Tour: Haghpat, Zarni-Parni Caves, Akhtala, Aramyants Castle, Sanahin

2.Haghpat, Zarni-Parni Caves, Akhtala, Aramyants Castle, Sanahin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 283 reviews · 13 to 14 hours (approx.) · from $51Top rated

Explore Lori’s UNESCO monasteries, caves, fortress ruins, and mountain views on a long, well-priced day tour from Yerevan.

“Z-P caves and the mountains in the area were spectacular. Having lunch at the restaurant looking down the mountains was so delightful that I thought I was in paradise. Karen and the driver were top notch.”

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From Tbilisi to Armenia: Akhtala, Haghpat & Sanahin Day-Trip

3.From Tbilisi to Armenia: Akhtala, Haghpat & Sanahin Day-Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 276 reviews · 10 hours · from $39Best value

Explore northern Armenia from Tbilisi, with Akhtala, Haghpat, Sanahin, a local lunch, border help, and the MiG museum for $39.

“We had an amazing day trip with the guide Nick Z and the driver Zura. Nick explained us not only the most important infos about the monasteries but guided us through the passport controll, told us interesting stories and facts about both countries. Zura provided a safe and comfortable with a clean and modern vehicle. i can recommend this trip to explore Armenia's cultural heritage.”

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Discover Armenia: Tbilisi-Haghpat-Dilijan-Sevan-Yerevan-Tbilisi

4.Discover Armenia: Tbilisi-Haghpat-Dilijan-Sevan-Yerevan-Tbilisi

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 162 reviews · 17 hours (approx.) · from $82

Review of the 17-hour Tbilisi to Armenia day trip, with Haghpat, Lake Sevan, Yerevan, border tips, transport, costs, and honest advice.

“It was a whirlwind day-trip to Armenia. Very well planned itinerary, executed smoothly by our guide Sophie. She was experienced and knowledgable, bubbling with enthusiasm and energy until we finished the tour 18 hours later. Despite traffic and delays at the border, we were pretty much on time. The trip took us 18 hours, but with several stops along the way, it did not feel long or tiring. If you have time, stay in Yerevan for a day or 2 longer.”

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Private tour to UNESCO heritage Haghpat and Sanahin monasteries and Odzun church

5.Private tour to UNESCO heritage Haghpat and Sanahin monasteries and Odzun church

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 10 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $187

Explore Haghpat, Sanahin, and Odzun from Yerevan on a private day tour with hotel pickup, expert guidance, and mountain views.

“Breathtaking views, wonderful driver Mr.Hamik and fabulous weather...our tour today couldn't be better ^^”

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6 days in Armenia: Garni, Tatev, Echmiadzin, Sanahin, Haghpat

6.6 days in Armenia: Garni, Tatev, Echmiadzin, Sanahin, Haghpat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $855

Explore Armenia in six days, from Garni and Tatev to UNESCO monasteries, mountain lakes, Echmiadzin, and Sanahin.

“I had a really great trip in Armenia with only one issue. I had a guide names Arman for the first 4 days. He was very good and gave a lot of effort. We enjoyed him although the last day he was very quiet and didn't talk much. Overall our experieRead more”

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Tbilisi to Armenia Sanahin Haghpat Akhtala Monastery Group Tour

7.Tbilisi to Armenia Sanahin Haghpat Akhtala Monastery Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $41

Review of the Tbilisi to Armenia tour visiting Akhtala, Haghpat, Sanahin, Alaverdi, and the Mikoyan Museum for $41.

“Such a lovely day exploring the monasteries in northern Armenia, very beautiful and well preserved buildings, our Guide Temur was extremely friendly and informative. Is a great option for a nice day out from Tbilisi and to experience Armenia.”

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Armenian Treasures: Tbilisi to Lake Sevan & Haghpat

8.Armenian Treasures: Tbilisi to Lake Sevan & Haghpat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 11 to 14 hours (approx.) · from $160

Review of a private Tbilisi to Armenia day trip with Lake Sevan, Sevanavank, Haghpat, Akhtala, pricing, timing, and practical tips.

“We thoroughly enjoyed our day trip to Armenia. Thanks to our very knowledgeable guide Irakli, we had a wonderful experience of the mystic region. The scenic country along with it’s treasured history, the esoteric monasteries and a great taste of the Armenian culture made it a delightful experience.”

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Armenian Treasures: Tbilisi to Lake Sevan & Haghpat

9.Armenian Treasures: Tbilisi to Lake Sevan & Haghpat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1 day · from $140

Cross the border from Tbilisi for Lake Sevan, Armenian brandy, local food, Haghpat, and Akhtala on a private day trip.

“Our tour was absolutely fantastic, largely thanks to our guide who spoke excellent English, making communication smooth and easy throughout the trip. He showed me the stunning landscapes of Armenia, including the breathtaking Lake Sevan and the beautiful monasteries. Since we finished early, we even had time for a hike in the nearby area, which made the day even more fulfilling. It was a well-organized, enriching experience and worth every penny. I highly recommend this tour, especially for those traveling in Tbilisi who are looking to explore Armenia’s beauty!”

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Full day tour: 1 Day De-tour to Armenia with Homemade Lunch

10.Full day tour: 1 Day De-tour to Armenia with Homemade Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 9 hours · from $75

Review of a $75 day trip from Tbilisi to Armenia, visiting Sanahin, Haghpat, Akhtala, the Debed Canyon, and a family BBQ.

“The trip went great. Great tour operator. The sights were a wonderful experience.”

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Haghpat, Sanahin & Odzun, Mendz Er or Zarni – Parni Caves

11.Haghpat, Sanahin & Odzun, Mendz Er or Zarni – Parni Caves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 11 hours · from $170

Explore Lori from Yerevan on an 11-hour private tour of Haghpat, Sanahin, Odzun, the Sanahin bridge, and seasonal caves.

“Nice trip to four interesting places in Lori province (two monasteries are listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites). We had a very helpful driver Tigran. Below is a link to a video from part of our trip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1OLlrni_tPc”

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Tour from Yerevan to Tbilisi visit Sanahin, Haghpat, Akhtala

12.Tour from Yerevan to Tbilisi visit Sanahin, Haghpat, Akhtala

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 11 hours · from $99

Travel from Yerevan to Tbilisi through Sanahin, Haghpat, and Akhtala with UNESCO sites, Armenian barbecue, and an English guide.

“It was good to combine the trip from Yerevan to Tbilisi with visits to three monasteries in the north of Armenia, two of them UNESCO heritage, all of them very beautiful. The meal was nice as well, with a variety of foods to try. The guide was enthusiastic and charming.”

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Tbilisi transfer with stops in Haghpat, Sanahin to or from Yerevan

13.Tbilisi transfer with stops in Haghpat, Sanahin to or from Yerevan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 12 to 13 hours (approx.) · from $235

Travel between Yerevan and Tbilisi with private pickup, air-conditioned transport, and visits to Armenia's Haghpat and Sanahin monasteries.

“This took the stress out of the journey from Yerevan to Tbilisi, as well as allowing me to visit a couple of the major Armenian attractions on route, which freed up a day for me to do other things. Edward (the driver) knows the route and drove well, without taking unnecessary risks.”

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Tbilisi transfer: Haghpat, Sanahin stops to or from Yerevan

14.Tbilisi transfer: Haghpat, Sanahin stops to or from Yerevan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 12 hours · from $235

Travel between Tbilisi and Yerevan with private hotel transfers and stops at UNESCO-listed Haghpat and Sanahin monasteries.

“Everything was great, especially the driver Mr Edward who was nice and knowledgeable”

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Haghpat, Sanahin Monasteries: UNESCO Heritage

15.Haghpat, Sanahin Monasteries: UNESCO Heritage

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 3 reviews · from $197

Review of the 10-hour Lori tour from Yerevan, visiting UNESCO-listed Haghpat and Sanahin, with practical advice on price, guides, and safety.

“When I book an English tour (no tour guide included) I would expect someone who speaks at least English at a basic level. My driver did no speak any English and had to use a translator app on the phone while driving the car. The drive created some dangerous (and unnecessary situations) in traffic. I think my driver was not aware that the paying customer has an opinion on safety and comfort.”

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