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Hin Areni Winery, Shaki Waterfall, Tatev and Ropeway, Karahunj

Private tour: Hin Areni Winery, Shaki Waterfall, Tatev and Ropeway, Karahunj

Natural Wonders

Full-day

Historical & Heritage

Full-day

Duration: 14-15 hours

Mileage: 540 km

This private tour reveals one of Armenia's most diverse southern routes, where wine culture, wild nature, medieval heritage and ancient mysteries come together in one journey. The first stop is the old village of Areni, known for the discovery of a 6000-year-old winery. At the Hin Areni wine factory, you will walk through the production area and enjoy a tasting of local wines. The route then continues to Shaki Waterfall, a beautiful natural corner of Syunik, where the sound of falling water and the surrounding scenery create a refreshing break along the way.

Further on, you will take the famous Wings of Tatev Ropeway, the longest reversible ropeway in the world, opening impressive views over the Vorotan Gorge before reaching Tatev Monastery. On the way back to Yerevan, the tour includes a visit to Karahunj (Zorats Karer) Observatory, an ancient site surrounded by mystery. The standing stones and nearby petroglyphs suggest that the early inhabitants of Armenia already had certain knowledge of astronomy.

Deposit

To secure the booking, you can pay just 15% of the tour price.

Cancellation

In case of cancellation or no-show, 15% of the tour price is not refunded.

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Please, include also children and infants

This tour can be realized for maximum 50 people in one group, if guide service is required.

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Itinerary

Hin Areni Wine Factory, Shaki Waterfall, Tatev Monastery, Wings of Tatev Ropeway, Karahunj (Zorats Karer) Observatory

1. Hin Areni Wine Factory

30-40 min Details: Hin Areni Wine Factory

Vayots Dzor is a land where sun and stone have guarded the secret of wine for centuries and the village of Areni became the ancient key to that mystery. Deep within its caves, archaeologists uncovered the world's oldest winemaking complex, proof that grape and man were bound together on this land thousands of years ago. Since then, every vine of Areni seems to carry the memory of the ages, offering berries filled with the fragrance of ancient Armenia.

2. Shaki Waterfall

30-40 min Details: Shaki Waterfall

In the southern reaches of Armenia, not far from Sisian, lies a hidden jewel of Syunik – the Shaki Waterfall, a natural wonder that captivates from the very first glance. Nestled among rocky cliffs and green slopes, beneath the shade of ancient trees, streams of silver cascade down, filling the air with a soft roar and a refreshing coolness. Here, the same melody plays each day – the gentle music of water falling from above, as if it remembers the ancient songs of these mountains. Legend speaks of a beautiful maiden named Shaki who, fleeing her pursuers, leapt from the cliff into the rushing waters, which embraced her and forever kept her name.

3. Tatev Monastery

50-60 min Details: Tatev Monastery

Amid the rugged ridges of Zangezur, high above deep gorges and winding mountain roads, rises the Tatev Monastery – an unrivaled masterpiece of medieval Armenian architecture. Founded in the 9th century on the site of an ancient pagan sanctuary, it became both the spiritual and political heart of the Syunik principality. Perched on the very edge of a cliff, its stone walls merge seamlessly with the mountain massif, while its strategic position made it nearly unreachable for enemies.

4. Wings of Tatev Ropeway

10-15 min Details: Wings of Tatev Ropeway

On October 16, 2010, the solemn toll of bells echoed across the Tatev Valley, announcing not only the revival of the medieval monastery complex but also the inauguration of an extraordinary feat of engineering – the "Wings of Tatev" cableway. Stretching 5.7 km, this aerial link connects the village of Halidzor with the ancient monastery and holds the Guinness World Record as the longest reversible cableway on the planet.

5. Karahunj (Zorats Karer) Observatory

20-30 min Details: Karahunj (Zorats Karer) Observatory

On the windswept plains of Syunik, where rolling hills fade into open steppe, lies the enigmatic Karahunj – a place where earth and sky seem to share an endless, silent conversation. This prehistoric historical and cultural reserve is also known as the "Zorats Karer", which translates as "firmly standing stones". Archaeologists date this ancient structure to the 6th-5th millennia BC and although the Armenian government recognized this megalithic structure as an observatory in 2004, other researchers claim it is a burial site.

Inclusions

Professional drivers
Air-conditioned vehicles
Bottled water
Free pick-up & drop-off within Yerevan
Vehicle & passengers insurance
Extra stops on the route upon request

Exclusions

Significant deviations from the route
Alcoholic beverages if lunch option selected
Audio guides
Wi-Fi in the vehicles

What to expect

Taste Armenian wine in Areni, where ancient winemaking traditions still feel alive
Refresh the journey with the natural sound and beauty of Shaki Waterfall
Ride the Wings of Tatev Ropeway over the dramatic Vorotan Gorge
Explore Tatev, one of medieval Armenia's most influential spiritual centers
Step into the mystery of Karahunj, Armenia's ancient stone observatory

Meet our Guides

Roza Hovhannisyan

RU EN

Hi! My name is Roza, and I've been working as a tour guide since 2019. Why did I choose this profession? It's very simple: I love Armenia, I love people, and I love introducing people to Armenia. But not just introducing them – I do my best to make them fall in love with my country, too.

Ani Mshecyan

Good afternoon, dear friends! I'm a Russian-speaking tour guide since 2023, offering tours around Armenia. My main priority is the interests and preferences of our guests. Each tour is customized individually and takes place in a pleasant, friendly atmosphere. The excursions are as engaging, creative, and informative as possible. I'll be happy to meet you and share my knowledge about our beautiful country.

Alisa Grigoryan

HY EN

Welcome! I'm Alisa, an experienced guide with a deep passion for the cultures of Armenia and Georgia. I look forward to sharing the rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and warm hospitality of our region with you.

Mariam Dabaghyan

RU FR HY

Hello! I'm Mariam, and I've been working as a tour guide since 2019. If you enjoy tours that are rich in content yet easy-going and never boring, then we're on the same path!

Reviews

Вадим

Russia

11.05.2024

Хотели поблагодарить гида Давида и водителя Апета за замечательную экскурсию в Татевский монастырь, к водопаду Шаки и подземный город. Знания Давида впечатляют и подача материала очень увлекательная. А аккуратная езда Апета и песня Арно Бабаджаняна в исполнении Давида скрасили длинную дорогу к монастырю. Мы полюбили Армению и её замечательных людей

Цегалко Сергей

Belarus

02.06.2023

Мне очень понравилась экскурсия.Пейзажи просто нереальные, Анаит рассказала очень интересно о всех достопримечательностях.Левон виртуозно провёз по серпантину. В целом экскурсия очень понравилась. Всем спасибо)!

Мила

Russia

08.07.2022

Да очень понравилось, Роза и Левон работали на «5». Профессионально, с юмором, максимум информации и ничего лишнего)

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Private tour: Hin Areni Winery, Shaki Waterfall, Tatev and Ropeway, Karahunj

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