• From Tbilisi: Northern Armenia Monasteries & Cultural Tour
  • From Tbilisi: Northern Armenia Monasteries & Cultural Tour
  • From Tbilisi: Northern Armenia Monasteries & Cultural Tour
  • From Tbilisi: Northern Armenia Monasteries & Cultural Tour
  • From Tbilisi: Northern Armenia Monasteries & Cultural Tour
  • From Tbilisi: Northern Armenia Monasteries & Cultural Tour
  • From Tbilisi: Northern Armenia Monasteries & Cultural Tour
  • From Tbilisi: Northern Armenia Monasteries & Cultural Tour

From Tbilisi: Northern Armenia Monasteries & Cultural Tour

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ID: GYG1456850-2223692
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Country: Armenia

Duration: 13:00 hours


Description

Explore Armenia on a day trip from Tbilisi. Visit the Akhtala and Haghpat Monasteries, see a Soviet MiG-21 jet at the Mikoyan Brothers Museum, and discover the town of Alaverdi.
Begin your journey in Tbilisi and head to the Mother of Nine Sons Monument in Marneuli. Learn about the touching story of a mother who lost all her sons in war.

Cross the Georgia–Armenia border at Sadakhlo and continue to Akhtala Monastery, a 12th-century fortress-church with beautiful frescoes.

Next, visit Haghpat Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled in the mountains. Explore its stunning architecture and serene surroundings.

Stop at the Mikoyan Brothers Museum, home to a real Soviet MiG-21 jet and a fascinating collection of aviation history.

Continue to Alaverdi Town, where you can admire the industrial charm and mountain scenery of northern Armenia.

Enjoy a lunch break in Haghpat or Alaverdi, where you can savor traditional Armenian cuisine (optional).

Finally, take a scenic drive back to Tbilisi, arriving in the evening.

Highlights

  • Marvel at the frescoes of the 12th-century Akhtala Monastery
  • Visit the Haghpat Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Explore the Mikoyan Brothers Museum and see a Soviet MiG-21 jet
  • Discover the industrial charm of Alaverdi Town in northern Armenia
  • Enjoy a scenic drive through the mountains of Armenia

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Passport required for border crossing
EU and Russian citizens do not need a visa
Other nationalities may require a visa on arrival (approx. 10 USD)
INCLUDED
  • Transportation from Tbilisi
  • Live tour guide
  • Visit to Mother of Nine Sons Monument
  • Visit to Akhtala Monastery
  • Visit to Haghpat Monastery
  • Visit to Mikoyan Brothers Museum
  • Visit to Alaverdi Town
NOT INCLUDED
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fee to Mikoyan Brothers Museum (1000 AMD ≈ 2.5₾)
  • Visa Fees

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.