Tour program

We start at 09:00, Tsaghkadzor

Duration approx.9 hours

We finish in Tsaghkadzor

We will visit:

Areni Winery — is a family-owned enterprise that produces wines from hand-grown grapes in the village of Areni, located in Armenia’s Vayots Dzor region. The village of Areni is famous for its ancient winemaking traditions, which trace back to deep antiquity.

Areni-1 Cave is a significant archaeological site in Armenia, where remains of ancient humans, stone tools, animal fossils, and ritual artifacts were found. The cave also yielded ancient grape seeds, linked to one of the world’s oldest grape varieties — Areni Noir, a symbol of Armenian winemaking heritage.

Among the gems of Armenian architecture and Christian heritage stands the Noravank Monastery, located in one of the most picturesque spots in Armenia. Perched on a high cliff above a fast-flowing river, set against the backdrop of unique red cliffs tinged with ochre, the monastery’s church domes rise beautifully toward the sky, creating a stunning architectural ensemble.

Khor Virap Monastery is one of Armenia’s most sacred historical sites, located on the Ararat plain near the ancient capital Artashat. In 301 AD, Saint Gregory the Illuminator convinced King Trdat III to adopt Christianity, making Armenia the first Christian nation. The monastery is famous for Gregory’s dungeon, the Church of the Holy Mother of God, and its scenic views of Mount Ararat.

Included in the price
  • Excursion services along the route
  • Transfer, price is per car
Not included in the price
  • Meals for tourists on tour
  • Entrance fees to museums

Spend an unforgettable one-day tour from Tsaghkadzor through southern Armenia, combining spiritual, historical, and gastronomic experiences. The journey begins at Khor-Virap Monastery on the Ararat Plain, where Armenian Christianity began, with breathtaking views of Mount Ararat. Next, visit the picturesque Noravank Monastery, harmoniously situated among red cliffs, and enjoy the architectural beauty of the 12th–13th centuries. The tour continues with a visit to the Areni-1 Bird’s Cave, an archaeological site with ancient artifacts and Areni Noir grape seeds. The route concludes at a family-run winery in the village of Areni, where you will explore local winemaking traditions and taste regional wines. This tour offers a complete spectrum of experiences, from spiritual history to Armenian culture and gastronomy.

Answers to frequently asked questions from our tourists

from : ֏60,000.00

Price per car for the whole group
Automobile:Minibus
7 - 12 people
֏85,000.00
₽18,537.76
$221.67
13 - 18 people
֏95,000.00
₽20,718.68
$247.75
If desired, the group can be accompanied by a professional guide.
֏35,000.00
₽7,633.20
$91.28
The calculation is made in drams. The price in rubles and dollars is indicated for your understanding, based on the exchange rate.
Стоимость билетов

Winnery Areni

with wine tasting

֏1,000.00
₽218.09
$2.61

Birds’ Cave 1

֏1,500.00
₽327.14
$3.91