Private Yerevan City Tour: Erebuni, Matenadaran & Tsitsernakaberd Museums

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About this activity

Enjoy a 4-5-hour city tour of Yerevan. Visit the Erebuni Museum the “birthplace” of Yerevan on the fortress of Erebuni is on ArinBerd hill. It was built in 782 BC. During the excavations started in the 20th century an inscription was found, according to which the history of nowadays Yerevan starts from this place. See Matenadaran named after Mesrop Mashtots, one of the richest repositories of ancient manuscripts in the world. Finally see Tsitsernakaberd, the Genocide Memorial dedicated to the memory of 1.5 million Armenians who perished in the first genocide of the 20th century, at the hands of the Turkish government.

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At a glance

Duration: 4–5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Russian, English
Written guide: Russian, English
Operated by: Hyur Service

What is included

Included

Included: Extra stops on the route upon request
Included: Air-conditioned vehicles & professional drivers
Included: Vehicle & passengers insurance
Included: Bottled water
Included: Free pick-up & drop-off within Yerevan
Included: Professional English or Russian speaking guide service (if choosing "with a guide" option)

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Entrance fees to the museums at 3000 AMD ~ 7.90$ per person

Itinerary

Yerevan

one hour

Yerevan is the capital city of Armenia, a city, which is 29 years older than Rome! It dates back to 782 BC, when the fortress of Erebuni was built by king Argishti The First. Yerevan is often referred to as "The Pink City" for many buildings are made of pink tuff stone. The capital city is a major tourist destination thanks to its numerous landmarks, extensive nightlife, great museums and lovely parks. A walking tour is the best way to really get immersed in Yerevan's culture, history and cuisine. One of the truly magnificent sights is Republic Square with musical fountains: from early May till mid-autumn there is a fantastic singing-dancing fountains show, accompanied by some great music of various genres. Another sight not to be missed is Cascade Complex, offering absolutely breathtaking views from the top to the city. You can fully enjoy it at night, when Yerevan lights up.
Erebuni Museum

one hour Admission not included

The fortress of Erebuni is on Arin-Berd hill. It was built in 782 BC by the Urartian King Argishti The First. During the excavations, started in the 20th century, a cuneiform inscription was found, according to which, the history of nowadays Yerevan starts from this place. On the top of the hill the ruins of the citadel and the frescoes on the wall reveal the high artistic achievements of those remote centuries. The museum down the hill displays the findings that have been excavated in the territory of the fortress.
Tsitsernakaberd

one hour

The memorial-complex to the victims of the Armenian genocide towers over Tsitsernakaberd hill. At the center of the monument there is the Memorial Sepulcher with eternal flame and twelve tall basalt slabs, leaning over the flame. As a part of the monument, the arrow-shaped 44 m high granite stele symbolizes the spiritual rebirth and bold spirit of the Armenian people.
Matenadaran - The Museum of Ancient Manuscripts

one hour Admission not included

On the northern part of Mashtots avenue there is Matenadaran (translated as a book depository), one of the world's most ancient libraries. Its collections comprise ancient Armenian books and miniature paintings, that have gained worldwide fame. Among its unique treasures there are the works of ancient classical authors and rare manuscripts, that have come to our days only in the Armenian translation. Several monuments to the outstanding Armenian cultural figures are located in the courtyard of Matenadaran.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Panorama Yerevan Resort
Silachi Hotel
Hotel Maison Yerevan
Venice Hotel Yerevan
Chateau Gabriel
Ararat hotel
Ani Plaza Hotel
Bonjour Boutique Hotel Yerevan
City Centre Apartments
President Hotel by Hrazdan Hotel CJSC
Aviatrans
Best Eastern Hotel Metropol

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Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Options

3-6 travelers, with a guide

including bottled water, vehicle insurance, hotel pick up

Pickup included
1-3 travelers, without guide

including bottled water, vehicle insurance, hotel pick up

Pickup included
4-7 travelers, without guide

including bottled water, vehicle insurance, hotel pick up

Pickup included
1-2 travelers, with a guide

including bottled water, vehicle insurance, hotel pick up

Pickup included