Khor Virap, Yerevan City Tour, Tsitsernakaberd Memorial Complex, Victory Park, Republic Square

Yerevan, Khor Virap

Private 6–7-hour tour: Khor Virap Monastery facing Mount Ararat, then Yerevan's Tsitsernakaberd Memorial, Victory Park and Republic Square.

Full day Armenian, English, Russian Pickup Free cancellation no later than 24 hours before departure. If you cancel later, the money is not refunded.

About this tour

Duration 6-7 hours.

Our tour group will have the opportunity to get acquainted with the Khor Virap monastery, where the first Catholicos of the Armenians, Grigor Lusavorich, was imprisoned, and then observing city tour, during which you will learn the history of the capital, will pass the main streets, will see the main buildings.

Itinerary

1 Stop 1 Khor Virap

Many people know that Armenia is the first Christian country in the world. It was officially accepted in 301 when Grigor was released from the capital's prison, which was here before. He was imprisoned here for 13 years for his Christian faith. Being the last hope of the sick king, he cured him, after which the king accepted Christianity as the state religion. At the same time, the best view of Mount Ararat opens from here. Being very close to Ararat gives you the opportunity to see the entire structure of the mountain and admire its beauty.

Khor Virap Khor Virap: photo 2 Khor Virap: photo 3
2 Stop 2 Tsitsernakaberd Memorial Complex

"At the beginning of the 20th century, the Turkish government carried out one of the century’s greatest crimes against humanity—the Armenian Genocide. The Tsitsernakaberd Memorial Complex is dedicated to the 1.5 million Armenians who perished as a result of the genocide orchestrated by the Ottoman Empire. Since its inauguration in 1967, the memorial has become an integral part of Yerevan’s architectural landscape, serving as a pilgrimage site.

The complex consists of three main structures:

- The Memorial Wall (Hushapat),
- The Sanctuary of Eternity, where an eternal flame burns,
- The ""Reborn Armenia"" Memorial Column, a 44-meter-high pillar symbolizing the revival of the Armenian people.

Twelve massive stone slabs encircle the eternal flame, representing the twelve provinces of historic Western Armenia that were lost due to the genocide. Surrounding the memorial is a 100-meter-long wall, engraved with the names of the cities and villages where the massacres took place."

Tsitsernakaberd Memorial Complex Tsitsernakaberd Memorial Complex: photo 2 Tsitsernakaberd Memorial Complex: photo 3
3 Stop 3 Victory Park

The construction of the park (then called Arabkir City Park) began in the 1930s, and after the end of World War II, it was renamed Victory Park. On November 29, 1950, the Victory Park memorial complex was inaugurated, featuring a 17-meter-tall statue of Joseph Stalin. Due to this, locals still refer to the complex, the park, and the surrounding district as "Monument." The architect behind the park’s reconstruction and the memorial complex was Rafael Israelyan. In 1962, Stalin’s statue was dismantled, and years later, Ara Harutyunyan’s 22-meter-tall "Mother Armenia" statue was installed on the pedestal as a symbolic representation of the Armenian woman.

Victory Park Victory Park: photo 2
4 Stop 4 Republic Square

Republic Square is the main square of Yerevan, designed by architect Alexander Tamanyan in the 1924 master plan of the city. It serves as a major urban and transportation hub, as well as a venue for various events and gatherings. The square features the singing fountains, two major museums—the History Museum of Armenia and the National Gallery, along with government buildings constructed between the 1920s and 1950s, the Central Post Office of Armenia, and the Marriott Hotel. The Republic Square complex is considered one of the finest examples of Soviet-era architecture, earning the State Prize of the Armenian SSR in 1971.

Republic Square Republic Square: photo 2 Republic Square: photo 3

What’s included

Included

  • Transport

Pickup & Important information

Pickup from your hotel or any address in Yerevan
Destinations: Yerevan, Khor Virap
Cancellation policy: Free cancellation no later than 24 hours before departure. If you cancel later, the money is not refunded.

FAQ

What will I see on this tour?

First you visit Khor Virap Monastery, then a city tour of Yerevan follows, where you learn the history of the capital, pass its main streets and see its main buildings.

Which stops are on the route?

The stops, in order, are Khor Virap, the Tsitsernakaberd Memorial Complex, Victory Park and Republic Square.

How much is this tour for one adult?

The price starts from 26,868 AMD per person; the final price depends on the group size, the car and the guide's language.

How long does the tour last?

It is a one-day tour that takes about 6-7 hours.

When does this tour run?

This is a private tour, so it runs on request on the date you choose.

Where does the tour start and end?

Pickup from your hotel or any address in Yerevan. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time.

What is included in the price?

The price includes transport. Meals and entrance fees are not included: you can bring your own food or pay for it on site, and entrance fees are usually paid in cash on site.

In which languages is the tour conducted?

The tour is conducted in Armenian, English or Russian. Our guides are local experts who know the history, the culture and the sites you visit.

What is Khor Virap known for?

Khor Virap is the monastery where Gregory the Illuminator, the first Catholicos of the Armenians, was imprisoned.

Can children join, and do they pay less?

Yes, there are no age restrictions. Children aged 0-3 travel free, children aged 3-6 get a 50% discount, and from age 7 the full price applies.

What is the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation no later than 24 hours before departure. If you cancel later, the money is not refunded.

What happens if the weather is bad?

In case of severe weather, the tour may be postponed or refunded.

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1Khor Virap 2Tsitsernakaberd Memorial Complex 3Victory Park 4Republic Square

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