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

Itinerary

Hin Areni Wine Factory, Shaki Waterfall, Tatev Monastery, Wings of Tatev Ropeway

1. Hin Areni Wine Factory

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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

Booking conditions

Cancellation & modification

Meet our Guides

Anahit Ghazaryan

Anahit Ghazaryan

RU

My name is Anahit Ghazaryan, and since 2015 I have been in a state of love! I am in love with Armenia, and I always want to talk about it! Come visit! I guarantee it will be beautiful, easy, delicious, and fun! Let's discover Armenia together, enjoy it, and fall in love! I don't like legends and tell them only when absolutely necessary, and only those that feature real historical figures! Since I was born in the middle of the last century, I talk about some events not as a historian, but as a witness!

Armine Julhakyan

Armine Julhakyan

RU HY

Hello! I'm Armine, your guide in Armenia. With me, you'll discover not only the famous landmarks but also the hidden gems of my country.

Arpine Khalatyan

Arpine Khalatyan

RU HY EN

My name is Arpi. With experience in guiding since 2015, fluency in English and Russian, and a wealth of knowledge in history and culture, I offer engaging and informative tours during which you'll explore Armenia and feel the greatest vibes ever.

Davit Hasratyan

Davit Hasratyan

RU HY

I'm Davit, a history teacher, amateur actor, and since 2010, a guide at "Hyur Service"! I love my country and strive to make every tour I conduct leave an unforgettable impression on our guests, making them want to come back again and again!

Reviews

Марина Пугачёва

Armenia

28.08.2026

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Excellent tour! We were very pleased ❤️ The itinerary was packed, and we saw some of Armenia’s most beautiful places in just one day.
A special thank-you to our guide, Akob — he’s incredibly knowledgeable and a fascinating storyteller who you genuinely want to listen to. No boring memorized facts: everything was presented in an easy, engaging way, with interesting stories and details. He never got tired of our endless questions.
And a big thank-you to our driver, Mavrik — he was very careful, calm, and pleasant. We felt comfortable and safe throughout the long journey.
It was a long day, but it flew by. Everything was excellently organized, and we came away with a wealth of wonderful memories. We definitely recommend this tour and Hyur Service! 🇦🇲❤️

Маргарита Вишневская

Poland

06.08.2026

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Good afternoon
Thank you for the information :)
And thank you for the tours you took us on, we had a wonderful vacation!
All the best to you :)

Георгий Киселев

Russia

13.07.2023

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Everything was super, guide Karen told us a lot of interesting things, the driver was careful and fast, everything was just super, we went to the waterfall and Tatev, the descent was just amazing, as a tour guide, just amazing, I couldn't leave a review on Trip, greetings from Novosibirsk!

Людмила

Russia

14.07.2022

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We went on a day trip to a winery, Shaki Waterfall, Devil’s Bridge, Stone Lake and Tatev. The tour was absolutely amazing, with so many beautiful mountain views, the unforgettable ancient Tatev monastery complex and, well, a truly impressive, breathtaking cable car! Huge thanks to our guide, Yervand, for his interesting stories about the places we visited, introducing us to Armenia’s traditions, and for the great organization and quickly getting everyone back on the bus at every stop. Special thanks to our driver, Norik, who drove the bus professionally and handled the mountain switchbacks like a pro!