Yezidi Temple & Armavir Heritage Tour
Sardarapat, Quba Mêrê Dîwanê, Etchmiadzin & Zvartnots, Armavir
$100 for 1-4 guests + $5/extra guest
About Yezidi Temple & Armavir Heritage Tour
Armavir Province holds some of Armenia's deepest religious
layers side by side. We start at Sardarapat, a red-tufa memorial to the 1918
battle lined with winged bull statues, before reaching the standout of the day,
Quba Mêrê Dîwanê, the world's largest Yezidi temple, its seven fluted domes and
memorial sculpture park sitting quietly in Aknalich village. From there we
visit Holy Etchmiadzin, the spiritual headquarters of the Armenian Apostolic
Church, with lunch at Machanents House, a cultural center built around local
cuisine and craft workshops. The day closes at Zvartnots, the 7th-century
UNESCO cathedral ruins framed by views of Mount Ararat.
Meeting Point
Your hotel, Yerevan
Ending Point
Hotel drop-off
Tour Type
Mid size sedan or minivan
Duration
4 hrs 30 min
Physical Level
Easy walking
Highlights & Info
Comfortable, closed-toe shoes
Tour Gallery & Scenery
Glimpse the sights, landscapes, and landmarks you will experience on this tour.
Itinerary Breakdown
A suggested course through the day, happy to reshape timing, pace, or stops once you send your requests.
09:00 AM
Pickup, Depart Yerevan via M5 Highway
⏱️ Stop Duration: 50 min drive
Head west, bypassing Vagharshapat first.
09:50 AM
Sardarapat Memorial & Ethnographic Museum
⏱️ Stop Duration: 30 min drive
Red-tufa memorial, winged bulls, 1918 battle history.
10:20 AM
Quba Mêrê Dîwanê, Yezidi Temple
⏱️ Stop Duration: 25 min drive
World's largest Yezidi temple, seven fluted domes.
11:45 AM
Holy Etchmiadzin
⏱️ Stop Duration: 10 min drive
Apostolic Church headquarters, Treasury Museum.
01:00 PM
Lunch at Machanents House
⏱️ Stop Duration: 1 hr 15 min
Regional cuisine, craft workshops, art galleries.
02:15 PM
Zvartnots Cathedral
⏱️ Stop Duration: 30 min drive
7th-century UNESCO ruins, Ararat views.
03:00 PM
Return Drive to Yerevan
⏱️ Stop Duration: End of tour
Scenic route back.
03:30 PM
Drop-off in Yerevan
⏱️ Stop Duration: End of tour
Ending at your hotel.
About Your Guide — Chris K.
"To me, visiting a place isn't just about seeing a destination, it's about feeling the pulse of the place and leaving with a story to tell. Armenia is a must-see country, and I'd love to be the one to show you its ancient sanctuaries, mountain passes, and hidden culinary treasures."
Inclusions & Exclusions
Everything included in your private tour price with no hidden surprises.
What's Included
Full host & transport coverage- Professional licensed local guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Yerevan
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- All fuel, highway tolls and parking fees
What's Excluded
Personal choices & optional expenses- Entrance fees (paid on site)
- Lunch at Machanents House (cost not included)
- Personal expenses and additional snacks
- Gratuities / tips for guide and driver
Tour Important Information
Everything you need to prepare for a smooth and enjoyable tour experience.
Meeting & Pick-up Point
Your hotel, Yerevan
Ending / Drop-off Point
Hotel drop-off
Vehicle & Comfort
Mid size sedan or minivan
Physical Demand Level
Easy walking
What to Wear & Bring
Comfortable, closed-toe shoes
Entrance Fees & Passes
$$ per adult, paid on site
Good to Know & Travel Advice
- Meeting & Pick-up Point: Your hotel, Yerevan
- Ending / Drop-off Point: Your hotel, Yerevan
- Vehicle & Comfort: Mid size sedan or Minivan
- Physical Demand Level: Easy to moderate walking
- What to Wear & Bring: Comfortable shoes, modest dress for temple/church sites
- Entrance Fees & Passes: Paid on site
Cancellation Policy & Protection
We understand travel plans can change unexpected. We offer transparent and traveler-friendly cancellation terms for all private tours:
Cancel up to 8 days prior to your scheduled tour start date for a 100% full refund with no cancellation fee.
Cancel between 3 to 7 days prior to departure to receive a 50% refund.
If severe weather prevents safely taking your tour, we reschedule your tour for free or offer store credit.
What Travelers Say About This Tour
Real feedback from travelers who explored Armenia on this private itinerary.
"Wonderful learning experience. Our guide was open, informative and kind, happy to answer every question we had during our journey."
"Great communication setting up the trip, and a fantastic, funny guide once we were on the road. I don't think I've seen anything quite like it!"
"No rushing at all, genuinely interested in making the day enjoyable. Amazing tour, we're so happy we booked it."
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about booking and experiencing this tour.