Discover Syunik: Two-Day Tour to Goris, Sisian

Tatev, Areni, Khndzoresk

This two-day tour offers a complete introduction to Syunik’s history, literary heritage, and natural landscapes in one itinerary. The journey begins at the Gates of Syunik and continues to the medieval Vorotnavank Monastery, a viewpoint...

08:00 – 21:00 · 2 days Armenian Pickup Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure. A 50% refund applies within 24 hours. No refund is available after the tour starts.

About this tour

This two-day tour offers a complete introduction to Syunik’s history, literary heritage, and natural landscapes in one itinerary.

The journey begins at the Gates of Syunik and continues to the medieval Vorotnavank Monastery, a viewpoint overlooking Vorotnaberd Fortress, Melik Tangu Bridge, and the Hamo Sahyan House-Museum in Lor village. The highlight of the first day is Tatev Monastery, set above the spectacular Vorotan Gorge, followed by an overnight stay in Goris. On the second day, you will explore Goris, visit the Axel Bakunts House-Museum, then continue to Syuni Monastery in Sisian and Shaki Waterfall. The route offers a well-rounded experience of the region’s culture, architecture, history, and nature.

Itinerary

Day 1

1 Stop 1 Areni Surb Astvatsatsin
2 Stop 2 Gates of Syunik
3 Stop 3 Khndzoresk
4 Stop 4 A. Bakunts House-Museum
5 Stop 5 Goris city tour
6 Stop 6 Tatev Monastery

Day 2

7 Stop 1 Harsnadzor Viewpoint
8 Stop 2 Tatev Monastery
9 Stop 3 Svarantsi Viewpoint
10 Stop 4 Shaki Waterfall

What’s included

  • Guide service (if there are foreign participants, the tour may be conducted in two languages)
  • Transport
  • Overnight
  • Breakfast
  • Bottled water
  • Tatev Cable Car (one-way ticket) - 6500 AMD
  • Tatev Cable Car (two-way ticket) - 9000 AMD
  • Meal
  • A. Bakunts House-Museum entrance fee: 1,000 AMD

Pickup & Important information

Meeting point: 1a Sayat-Nova Ave, Yerevan 0001, Armenia · Show on the map
Departure time: 08:00
Cancellation policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure. A 50% refund applies within 24 hours. No refund is available after the tour starts.

FAQ

How many days does this tour last, and is there an overnight stay?

This is a 2-day tour and it includes an overnight stay. It starts at 07:00 and ends at 21:00.

Does this tour run every week or only on request?

This tour runs on demand with a custom date. Please check the date with the operator.

What time should I arrive before departure?

Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time. Since departure is at 07:00, it is best to be there by 06:45.

What kind of transport is used for this trip, a bus or a minivan?

Tours run on a comfortable minivan or bus depending on group size. The exact vehicle is not fixed in advance.

Are seats in the vehicle assigned in advance?

Seats are not pre-assigned; please arrive a bit early to pick your spot. That gives you a better chance to choose a seat you prefer.

Is the transport heated in winter?

Yes, the transport is fully heated in winter.

Will there be Wi-Fi during the trip?

There is usually no Wi-Fi in the transport, but mobile internet works on most of the route.

In what languages is this tour guided?

Tours are conducted in Armenian, Russian and English. If there are non-local guests in the group, the guide can speak two languages.

Are the guides local experts or just tour escorts?

Our guides are local experts familiar with the history, culture and the sites being visited.

How much is this tour for one adult?

The price for one local/Armenian adult is 27000 AMD (Armenian dram). The foreign adult price is not specified, so please ask the operator.

If we come with a child, what child discounts apply for this overnight tour?

For overnight tours, the policy is: 0-3 free without seat, 3-5 years 5000 AMD discount per night, 5+ full price.

If there are 5 of us, is there a group discount?

Yes, groups of 5+ get 1000 AMD off per person because this is an overnight tour.

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Top attractions on this tour

1Areni Surb Astvatsatsin 2Gates of Syunik 3Khndzoresk 4A. Bakunts House-Museum 5Goris city tour 6Tatev Monastery 7Harsnadzor Viewpoint 8Svarantsi Viewpoint

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