A sightseeing tour in Yerevan is a perfect way to discover the history and culture of one of the oldest cities in the world. We will start the tour from the office of Jan Armenia Tours and Travel and will finish near the singing fountains, discovering the best sights of the city.

Garni pagan temple was built in the second half of the I century by King Trdat III. It is the only pagan temple preserved on the territory of Armenia. After the adoption of Christianity, it became the summer residence of Khosorovdukht, the sister of King Trdat III. The temple is believed to have been dedicated to Mitra, the Sun God. The temple is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

"If you haven't seen the Symphony of Stones, you haven't been to Armenia." This natural monument is stunning and awe-inspiring. The site is a gorge whose rocks consist of huge basalt columns overhanging the ground at a height of about 50 meters.

Geghard Monastery is one of the greatest medieval architectural constructions in Armenia, founded in the 4th century AD on the site of a sacred spring, originating in a cave. Geghard is completely hollowed out in a cave; it is also called a "cave monastery". The monastery complex is included in the World Heritage List of UNESCO.

Khor Virap – Armenian monastery, built in 642, translated from Armenian means “deep hole”. Khor Virap is one of the shrines of the Armenian Apostolic Church, a place of pilgrimage. The most interesting fact of this monastery is the fact that it was built on the site of the royal prison, where Gregory the Illuminator was previously imprisoned – the patron saint and the first official head of the Armenian Apostolic Church by the Armenian king for 13 years. From the territory of the monastery, there is an unusual view of the biblical mountain Ararat.

Areni is the birthplace of winemaking. Viticulture on the territory of Armenia originated many years before our era. In Armenia, grows a lot of wild vineyards, and a large number of local varieties of grapes. And here there is the oldest winery of Armenia, where you can taste the most delicious wine from the best varieties of grapes.

Areni-1 cave is one of the oldest caves of the world, where the first shoe and the first winery were found

Noravank Monastery is among the wonderful steep red rocks on the ledge of a meandering gorge. It was founded in the XII century on the site of ancient buildings. Complex Noravank, thanks to the magnificent creations of medieval architects and its location on the background of a beautiful landscape, leaves an indelible impression. It is one of the majestic monuments of the Armenian medieval architecture.

The Shaki Waterfall is situated 6 km from the town of Sisian. It is a super gorgeous waterfall surrounded by breathtaking nature.

The swinging bridge of Khndzoresk is a 160-m long bridge in Syunik region. It is a beautiful bridge surrounded by evergreen nature.

Tatev monastery is one of the most worth-seeing monastic complexes in Armenia. Here one can reach by cable car or by car. Tatev monastery was situated in the 9th century. The main church was built in 895 by Bishop Hovhannes. The construction was supported by the Syunik Princes.

Jermuk is located in the mountains of Vayots Dzor. The town is surrounded by thick beautiful forests and is known for its hot springs and mineral water. A little farther one can see the beautiful waterfall and enjoy the nature.

Noratus Cemetery is a medieval cemetery with ancient khachkars located in the village of Noratus. This cemetery owns the biggest amount of khachkars in Armenia.

Lake Sevan is the largest water body of Armenia. Besides having blue and green natural landmarks, town of Sevan and the nearby villages are famous for their architectural monuments. Sevanavank is the most famous of them. Sevanavank is located on the peninsula of Sevan. In 305, it was founded by St. Gregory the Illuminator, who built the church on the place of a pagan temple. In the 9th century the princes of Syunik made Sevan a point of their support. In 874 the wife of the Syunik prince Vasak and the daughter of the king Ashot Bagratuni – Mariam built here two churches – St. Arakelots and St. Astvatcatsin.

Haghartsin monastery is a spiritual and cultural center of medieval Armenia, located 12 km from Dilijan, surrounded by thick woods, beautiful landscapes. It is considered to be a unique example of architecture and nature harmony. The Haghartsin monument is located on a plateau surrounded by forested mountains, far beyond the settlements, with remarkable architectural value monuments and over hundreds of inscriptions, which contain rich material on the socio-political history of medieval Armenia.

Lake Parz is located in Dilijan National Park. The lake is small and was formed by natural climatic changes.

Haghpat Monastery is one of the largest and most important monasteries in Armenia. The monastery on the high plateau is bordered on the one one side by the peaks of the hills Surb Luys and Terunakan, and on the other side by the Lori fortress and in the Sagidzor canyon where flowing streams of the rivers Saghik and Kayan.

Sanahin Monastery complex is located on the right bank of the Debed river, in the village of Sanahin. The complex was founded by Ashot III Bagratuni in 966. Since the end of the 10th century it became an administrative center and a burial vault of the Kurikyan dynasty. In X-XI centuries, the monastery was a major cultural center, a university and a rich library were founded. At the end of the 12th century the complex was subordinated to the ruling of the Zakaryan dynasty.

This tour will take you to the city of Gyumri – once the artistic capital, and possibly the most beautiful city of Armenia. You will get the chance to explore the city center with its two famous churches. To get acquainted with the daily urban life of Gyumri, you will visit Dzitoghtsyan House-Museum of Social Life and National Architecture, where a collection of the Alexandropol social life characteristics, from the 19th century up to the 1920s. exhibits.

Black Fortress was built during the Russian – Turkish war, the fortress still serves as a military base.

Armenian Alphabet Monument is a monument which consists of 39 carved Armenian Letters. It was situated in 2005 as a gift for the 1600th birthday of Armenian Alphabet.

The monastery complex Saghmosavank is located on the right bank of the Kasakh River, in the village of Saghmosavan. According to tradition, Saghmosavank was founded by Grigor Lusavorich (Grigory the Illuminator). The St. Sion Church was built by Prince Vache Vachutian in 1215. It is a cross-shaped inside and rectangular outside church with a high cylinder-shaped drum and a conical dome. The facades of the church are decorated with “Armenian hollows”.