3-Day Armenia Adventure: Yerevan, Garni, Khor Virap & Tatev Highlights

Day 1: Yerevan Culture

Yerevan, Armenia on September 1, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Baker

Enjoy fresh Armenian pastries and coffee at Café Baker to start your day authentically in Yerevan.
AMD3000, 1h0m

9:30am

Republic Square and History Museum

Explore Republic Square’s iconic fountains, architecture, and visit the History Museum of Armenia to learn about Armenia's rich past.
AMD1500, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Dolmama Restaurant

Savor traditional Armenian dishes like dolma and kebabs in a cozy setting at Dolmama.
AMD6000, 1h30m

2:00pm

Cascade Complex and Cafesjian Center for the Arts

Climb the Cascade for city views and explore contemporary art inside the Cafesjian Center.
Free, 2h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Tavern Yerevan

Enjoy an authentic Armenian dinner with live music, perfect for a romantic evening with your spouse.
AMD8000, 2h0m
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Day 2: Garni & Khor Virap

Day trip from Yerevan, Armenia on September 2, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start early with a light breakfast at your Yerevan accommodation before the day trip.
Included, 0h30m

8:00am

Drive from Yerevan to Garni

Travel 30 km east to visit the ancient Garni Temple, Armenia’s only Greco-Roman colonnaded building.
Transport approx AMD5000, 40m

9:00am

Tour Garni Temple

Explore the 1st-century Hellenistic temple and enjoy nearby natural beauty including the Garni Gorge and Symphony of Stones.
AMD2000, 1h30m

11:00am

Drive to Khor Virap Monastery

Head to the iconic Khor Virap monastery with views of Mount Ararat, approximately 60 minutes from Garni.
Transport approx AMD6000, 1h0m

12:00pm

Visit Khor Virap

Discover this historic monastery known for its significance to Armenian Christianity and panoramic Mount Ararat views.
AMD1000, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at nearby Armenian restaurant

Enjoy traditional homemade Armenian cuisine near Khor Virap.
AMD5000, 1h0m

2:30pm

Return to Yerevan

Relax on the drive back and enjoy scenic countryside views.
Transport approx AMD6000, 1h0m

4:00pm

Visit Vernissage Market

Explore the open-air Vernissage flea market for unique Armenian souvenirs and crafts.
Free entry, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at In Vino Wine Bar

Relish Armenian cuisine paired with local wines in a trendy wine bar setting.
AMD8000, 2h0m
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Day 3: Tatev Monastery

Tatev and return to Yerevan, Armenia on September 3, 2025

6:30am

Early Breakfast and Departure

Light breakfast at hotel before a long day traveling to Tatev Monastery, approximately 3-4 hours from Yerevan.
Included, 0h30m

7:00am

Drive to Tatev Monastery

Travel south-east to Tatev, passing picturesque landscapes, a highlight being the Wings of Tatev cable car.
Transport approx AMD15000, 3h30m

10:30am

Ride Wings of Tatev Cable Car

Enjoy the mesmerizing 5.7 km cable car ride over the Vorotan Gorge, one of the longest reversible cable cars in the world.
AMD5000 round trip, 1h0m

11:30am

Explore Tatev Monastery

Tour the 9th-century Tatev Monastery, a vital religious and cultural center in Armenia with stunning views.
Free, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch in Tatev village

Try local delicacies such as gata and fresh trout served by local guesthouses or small eateries.
AMD4000, 1h0m

2:30pm

Return Drive to Yerevan

Head back to Yerevan with time to relax or do last-minute shopping.
Transport approx AMD15000, 3h30m

6:30pm

Farewell Dinner at Lavash Restaurant

Celebrate your trip’s end with traditional Armenian bread and dishes in a warm ambiance in Yerevan.
AMD8000, 2h0m
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