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The 7 Best Lori Monastery Tours

7 tours  ·  from $51

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 7 lori monastery tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

From Tbilisi: Day Trip to Armenia Including Homemade Lunch - Akhtala and the painted walls of a medieval church
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From Tbilisi: Day Trip to Armenia Including Homemade Lunch

1.Day Trip to Armenia Including Homemade Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,084 reviews · 11 hours · from $59Our pick

Cross from Tbilisi into northern Armenia for Akhtala, Haghpat, Alaverdi, the Mikoyan Brothers Museum, and Sanahin. An English-speaking guide such as Maria, Luka, or Tota leads the day, with transport, entrance fees, and a generous family lunch included.

“I really enjoyed the tour aand was happy to see Armenia as well while my time in Georgia. I want to thank the local lady for the awesome and tasty food she prepared for us. It was a very guest-friendly atmosphere. And a special thank you for our guide Maria, who was kind, approachable and with a lot of knowledge.”

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Yerevan: Haghpat, Zarni-Parni, Akhtala, and Aramyans Tour

2.Haghpat, Zarni-Parni, Akhtala, and Aramyans Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 82 reviews · 14 hours · from $51Best value

Join Hyur Service for a 14-hour trip from Yerevan into Lori Province. You’ll see UNESCO-listed Haghpat and Sanahin, climb 150 steps to Zarni-Parni, visit Akhtala Fortress and Aramyants Castle, and hear live English or Russian commentary from guides such as Hayk, Marina, or Edward.

“Un'escursione lunga ma molto bella... ne è valsa la pena. Marina, la guida è stata molto brava, disponibile e cortese. Ci ha dato tante informazioni su cosa stavamo andando a visitare e tante altre sull'Armenia in generale. Anche Levon, l'autista è stato molto bravo. Gita che consiglio da fare.”

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Armenian Treasures: Tbilisi to Lake Sevan & Haghpat - Crossing the border from Tbilisi
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Armenian Treasures: Tbilisi to Lake Sevan & Haghpat

3.Armenian Treasures: Tbilisi to Lake Sevan & Haghpat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1 day · from $140Top rated

Leave Tbilisi for Armenia with a private English, Georgian, or Russian-speaking guide. See Lake Sevan, Haghpat, and Akhtala monasteries, taste Armenian brandy, and enjoy lunch. Guides such as Irakli can add local stops when time allows, but border and road conditions shape the day.

“Our tour was absolutely fantastic, largely thanks to our guide who spoke excellent English, making communication smooth and easy throughout the trip. He showed me the stunning landscapes of Armenia, including the breathtaking Lake Sevan and the beautiful monasteries. Since we finished early, we even had time for a hike in the nearby area, which made the day even more fulfilling. It was a well-organized, enriching experience and worth every penny. I highly recommend this tour, especially for those traveling in Tbilisi who are looking to explore Armenia’s beauty!”

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Full day tour: 1 Day De-tour to Armenia with Homemade Lunch - Sanahin Monastery and the first taste of Lori
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Full day tour: 1 Day De-tour to Armenia with Homemade Lunch

4.Full day tour: 1 Day De-tour to Armenia with Homemade Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 9 hours · from $75

Travel from Tbilisi into northern Armenia for Sanahin and Haghpat monasteries, a family-hosted BBQ lunch, and Akhtala’s church frescoes. An English-speaking guide leads this small-group, nine-hour trip, with transport, entrance fees, water, and vegetarian or vegan lunch included.

“The agency was very kind to continue the trip even though there were not enough guests on the trip. They still provided us with a tour guide, transportation and they even prepared a sumptuous Armenian homemade lunch. We visited, the Akthala, Sanahin and Haghpat Monasteries, which are very stunning. They have interesting history and we are very amazed of how these places are maintained. Also, a good value for money. Highly recommended if you do not have enough time/days to tour.”

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Haghpat, Sanahin & Odzun, Mendz Er or Zarni - Parni Caves - Zarni-Parni and the choice of cave viewpoints
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Haghpat, Sanahin & Odzun, Mendz Er or Zarni – Parni Caves

5.Haghpat, Sanahin & Odzun, Mendz Er or Zarni – Parni Caves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 11 hours

Travel north from Yerevan with an English or Russian-speaking driver to Lori’s Haghpat, Sanahin, and Odzun monasteries. You’ll also see the 12th-century Sanahin Bridge and choose either Mendz Er or Zarni-Parni caves. Tigran and Davit are praised for helpful, warm service.

“Fantastica escursione favorita soprattutto dal nostro magnifico autista Davit che ci ha illustrato la storia dei vari luoghi visitati. Consigliatissimo.”

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Tour from Yerevan to Tbilisi visit Sanahin, Haghpat, Akhtala - Sanahin, a quiet opening to the monastery route
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Tour from Yerevan to Tbilisi visit Sanahin, Haghpat, Akhtala

6.Tour from Yerevan to Tbilisi visit Sanahin, Haghpat, Akhtala

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 11 hours · from $99

Join an English-speaking guide for an 11-hour small-group journey from Yerevan to Tbilisi. Visit Sanahin, Haghpat, and Akhtala, enjoy bakery snacks and a family-hosted barbecue lunch, then cross into Georgia with your passport.

“It was good to combine the trip from Yerevan to Tbilisi with visits to three monasteries in the north of Armenia, two of them UNESCO heritage, all of them very beautiful. The meal was nice as well, with a variety of foods to try. The guide was enthusiastic and charming.”

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Tbilisi transfer: Haghpat, Sanahin stops to or from Yerevan - Sanahin, An Administrative and Religious Center
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Tbilisi transfer: Haghpat, Sanahin stops to or from Yerevan

7.Tbilisi transfer: Haghpat, Sanahin stops to or from Yerevan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 12 hours

Ride in a private, air-conditioned vehicle between Yerevan and Tbilisi with hotel pickup and a stop at Haghpat and Sanahin monasteries. Your Armenian, English, or Russian-speaking driver handles the route. Drivers Edward and Edo have earned special praise for their friendly, helpful service.

“Everything was great, especially the driver Mr Edward who was nice and knowledgeable”

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