Tbilisi Yerevan Trip – 2 Days

If you’re visiting Tbilisi and would like to visit Yerevan in a short trip. This 2 Day Tbilisi Yerevan Tour is For you! This trip between the capitals of Georgia and Armenia starts and ends in Tbilisi. For 2 Days we will show you around the beautiful country of Armenia visiting the must see sights in a very short period of time.

Day 1

Tbilisi - Sadakhlo - Akhtala - Haghpat - Sanahin - Yerevan

Your tour will begin in Tbilisi – We will pick you up from your preferred address and start are 2 Day trip by heading straight to the Armenian Border (Sadakhlo).

Armenia welcomes people with an open heart, however you still might want to check if need a visa to Visit. EU Countries countries & USA are not required to have a visa (As of 11/10/2018). Most of the UAE Residents are entitled to a visa on arrival which costs 3000 Dram (About 7 USD). You can check the visa requirements on the official website of Foreign Affairs Ministry of Armenia – : https://www.mfa.am/en/visa/

Once we cross the Border We will start to explore the Northern Part of Armenia – Lori Region. Our first stop of the day will be the Akhtala Fortress from the 11th Century. You’ll have a chance to take a walk inside the fortress and look at the famous murals of the Astvatsatsin Church.

Next we’ll continue to the UNESCO World Heritage Sights of Haghpat and Sanahin Monastery Complexes, both of which are dated back to the 10th century! Both of them were huge religious and educational centers of Armenia and are responsible for preserving Armenian Culture.

After these stops, we can make an optional stop at one of the roadside restaurants that serve delicious food and enjoy the wonders of the Armenian cuisine.

To finalize the day, we will proceed to drive to Yerevan where you’ll enjoy an evening on your own exploring the heart of this country. This will conclude the first day of the Tbilisi Yerevan Tour.

Yerevan streets are very beautiful in the evening times. Recommended spots to visit: The Cascade Complex & Surrounding areas.

Day 2

Yerevan – Khor Virap – Garni Temple – Sevan Lake – Sevanavank – Sadakhlo – Tbilisi

On the next day, after you enjoy your breakfast, we will start the day by heading to the iconic Khor Virap Monastery & the Mount Ararat. We will stop at this complex to take a look at the cradle of Christianity in Armenia – Gregor Illuminator was once a captive here.

Next we will visit the ancient Garni Temple and the surrounding complex with the Roman baths. This Pagan temple was built here in the 1st century AD! Before becoming a Christian country in 301 AD, Armenia used to be mostly a pagan country. Garni Temple used to be one of the centers of Armenian Pagan Worshipers.

After the temple, we will proceed to visit the quintessential sight of Armenia – The Sevan Lake & Sevanavank. Sevan lake is the biggest lake in Armenia and is known for it’s pristine beauty. People from all over Armenia and the world come here to enjoy this beautiful resort year-round. The Sevan lake is known for its Salmon which you’ll later have a chance to taste.

As for the Sevanavank Monastery, it is dated back to the 10th century and used to be a “monk prison” – back in the day, this monastery was located on an island and the monks that had sinned would be sent to this monastery as a punishment. Today, it’s located on a peninsula and offers great views of the Sevan Lake and Surroundings.

After visiting the Sevan Lake & Sevanavank, we will make an optional stop at one of the restaurants so you can enjoy a tasty lunch. Finally, we’ll had back to Tbilisi and you’ll arrive in the Capital of Georgia in the evening. This will finalize the Tbilisi Yerevan trip.

Note: An Extra free day or a day trip in Yerevan can be organized upon request. If you’d like to spend an additional day in Yerevan, please specify so in the Booking Form Comments and we’ll send you all the details and possible itineraries.