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Garni, Geghard, Symphony of Stones & Lavash Baking Experience
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Joined 2024
This half-day / full-day tour is a perfect combination of ancient history, dramatic nature, and authentic Armenian culture. You will explore a pagan temple, a UNESCO-listed rock monastery, a natural basalt canyon, and experience traditional Armenian bread baking in a local home.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Hotel pick up
- Hotel pick up
Charents Arch
Start your journey with one of Armenia’s most iconic viewpoints. From this stone arch, you can enjoy a stunning panoramic view of Mount Ararat (weather permitting). It’s one of the best photo stops near Yerevan.
Geghard monastery
Visit this UNESCO World Heritage monastery, partially carved into solid rock cliffs. Geghard is known for its peaceful atmosphere, medieval architecture, and spiritual significance.
Traditional Lavash Baking Experience
Visit a local home or bakery to watch the preparation of Armenia’s traditional flatbread baked in an underground tonir oven. You will see the full process and taste freshly baked lavash straight from the oven.
The symphony of stones
Descend into the Garni Gorge to see this unique natural wonder. Towering hexagonal basalt columns, formed by volcanic activity, create a stunning “stone organ” effect along the river canyon.
Garni temple
Start your journey at the only surviving Greco-Roman pagan temple in Armenia. Located on a scenic plateau above the Azat River Gorge, Garni offers breathtaking views and a fascinating insight into Armenia’s pre-Christian history. The surrounding mountain landscapes make it one of the most photogenic sites in the country.
Ending Point
Hotel
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
•Private transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle(Mercedes Viano/Sedan)
Professional local guide service
•Professional driver
•Hotel pickup and drop-off in Yerevan
•Bottled water during the tour
•Flexible itinerary and photo stops along the way
•Gasoline,tolls and parking fees
Entrance tickets to attractions (if applicable) Garni temple 1500AMD=4$ per person
The symphony of stones 300AMD=0.7cent
Lavash baking /tasting 2000-5000AMD=5-13$ total
Lunch and personal food/drinks(40-60 for 2-3 person)
Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Tips/gratuities for guide/driver (optional)
Tour Important Information
•This tour includes some walking and stairs, so comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended.
•The tour is not fully wheelchair accessible due to natural terrain and historic sites.
•Weather conditions may affect visibility at viewpoints such as Charents Arch (Mount Ararat view is weather dependent).
•The itinerary may be adjusted depending on weather, traffic, or guest preferences.
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Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2024
About Tour Guide Ruzanna V.
Hello and welcome to Armenia!
My name is Ruzanna, and I am a passionate local tour guide based in Armenia. I love sharing the beauty, history, culture, and hidden gems of my country with travelers from all around the world.
With experience organizing private tours, walking tours, cultural experiences, and multi-day trips across Armenia.
I always try to create friendly, flexible, and memorable journeys tailored to each guest’s interests. Whether you would like to explore ancient monasteries, breathtaking mountain landscapes, traditional villages, local food, wine, or authentic Armenian culture, I will be happy to help you discover the real Armenia.
I believe travel is not only about sightseeing but also about meeting people, hearing stories, and creating unforgettable memories. My goal is to make every guest feel comfortable, welcomed, and connected to the country.
I offer:
• Private and customized tours
• Cultural and historical tours
• Nature and scenic tours
• Food and wine experiences
• Transfers between Armenia and Georgia
• Walking tours in Yerevan
• Flexible itineraries based on your preferences
I look forward to welcoming you to Armenia and showing you its unique charm and hospitality!
Reviews
Amy D.
“Incredible personalized tour with Ruzanna”
Not only was this tour perfectly and carefully curated by Ruzanna, she also personalized the tour to fit my requests and needs. In addition, she made suggestions of where to go based on my interests. She is an incredibly knowledgeable guide, passionate about teaching the rich history and culture of her country, but she also has a warm personality that instantly makes her a dear friend and asset to your visit to Armenia. Even before I met her for my scheduled tour, she was offering advice, tips, and sharing information about the many cultural events happening in Yerevan, that I otherwise would have missed. I am so lucky to have met Ruzanna and have her as my guide - it truly made my visit to Armenia unforgettable. Touring Garni, Geghard, and the Symphony of Stones is a must and not to be missed on a trip to Armenia and Ruzanna can offer a comprehensive tour of these must-see sites. Thank you Ruz! <3
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Ruzanna V.
Thank you so much for this incredibly kind and thoughtful review! ️ It truly means a lot to me. It was such a pleasure meeting you and sharing the beauty, history, and culture of Armenia with you. I’m so happy that you enjoyed the tour and that I could help make your trip special and memorable. I also really enjoyed our conversations and your curiosity about Armenia’s culture and traditions. Guests like you are the reason I love what I do so much. Thank you again for your trust, kindness, and wonderful energy throughout the tour. Wishing you many more beautiful adventures ahead, and I hope Armenia will welcome you back again someday!
Franck G.
“Very Kind and high Professional”
Ruzanna likes her job and any visitor will strongly feel it. We spent a delicious moment visiting Yerevan with her.
Ruzanna V.
Thank you so much it was my pleasure to be your guide and know you.I hope see you again in Armenia
$180/ per group
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