Armenia is not just a country — it’s an entire story woven from ancient legends and modern experiences.
The mysterious past of Armenia captivates the imagination, as it is one of the oldest civilizations in the world. Armenian historical sources mention events that predate the rise of many well-known cultures.
It was here, in the year 301, that Christianity became the state religion, making Armenia the first Christian nation in the world. This monumental event left a profound mark on the country’s culture, architecture, and history. Many Armenian monasteries are not just places of worship, but full architectural complexes that serve as reminders of a rich and glorious past. One cannot overlook the famous khachkars — intricately carved stone crosses that are a unique form of Armenian art.
Armenia is also considered one of the birthplaces of winemaking. In 2010, archaeologists discovered the oldest known wine production facility in Areni, Armenia. Unique grape varieties and winemaking traditions are still passed down through generations.
Yerevan, the capital of Armenia, is a vibrant and modern city that blends ancient traditions with contemporary lifestyle. While it preserves magnificent historical landmarks, it also buzzes with life — full of stylish restaurants, lively cafes, and energetic nightlife.
Happy Holidays is a tour operator based in Yerevan, Armenia, running private and small-group tours across the country since 2009. We work with local guides who speak English and Russian, travel in groups of no more than 7 guests, and use our electric minivan on many routes. Every tour departs from Yerevan with hotel pickup.
We are a Yerevan team that has been showing visitors Armenia for more than 17 years. We organize everything from the first message to the last stop: the route, the transport, the guide, the timing and the small details that make a day easy. Our guides are locals who know these roads, monasteries and villages personally, and they adapt each day to the people in the vehicle.
Today Happy Holidays offers two ways to explore Armenia. Our private tours are built around each traveler individually — the route, the pace, the stops, and the language are all arranged according to what you want. Our group tours run on a fixed weekly schedule, departing every day of the week to different destinations, so solo travelers and small groups can join a structured, affordable, and social experience without planning anything in advance.
Both options include professional local guides, comfortable vehicles, and pickup from your hotel or any address in Yerevan.
Our guides are not simply people who know facts. They are Armenians who grew up near these monasteries, studied this history, and genuinely enjoy sharing it. They speak English and Russian fluently, adapt to each group, and know which road to take when the main one is worth skipping.
We are located at 50 Baghramyan Avenue, Yerevan. You can reach us by phone, WhatsApp, or email — before, during, and after your tour.
Armenia is worth seeing carefully. We will help you do that.
Our mission is to help travelers discover Armenia the way locals know it: unhurried, honest and personal. We keep groups small, plan each day so there is time to stop, taste and ask questions, and take care of every detail so you can simply enjoy the journey. Where possible, we travel in our electric minivan to show Armenia’s nature without leaving a heavy footprint on it.
Let’s make your next journey unforgettable.
We want you to feel what we feel for Armenia.
We want you to walk its ancient roads, breathe its fresh mountain air, taste the apricots right from the tree, and listen to the stories whispered through centuries-old stones. Our mission is simple: to help you feel at home here.
From the moment you reach out to us, until the moment you wave goodbye, we’re with you—not just as a company, but as friends.
| Day | Group tour |
|---|---|
| Every day | Garni Temple and Geghard Monastery |
| Tuesday | Etchmiadzin and Zvartnots |
| Wednesday | Khor Virap [and Noravank] |
| Thursday and Sunday | Lake Sevan and Dilijan |
| Saturday | Gyumri |
Check the individual tour page for departure time, price and what is included.
What is included
All tours depart from Yerevan with hotel pickup and a local guide in English or Russian.
Our team
Shushan Voskanyan – Director · Mariam Mkrtumyan – Financial Manager · Masha Davtyan – Tour Manager
We answer messages in Armenian, English and Russian [10-19:00 / +37441205566.
What guests say
Our guests rate us [4.9] on Tripadvisor and [5] on Google. Read the reviews on [Tripadvisor], [Google] and [Yandex].
Find us
Happy Holidays, 50/1 Baghramyan Avenue, Yerevan, Armenia
[Phone / WhatsApp +37441205566] · [info@happyholidays.am] · [10:00-19:00]
Frequently asked questions
When do your group tours run?
Garni and Geghard departs every day. Etchmiadzin and Zvartnots runs on Tuesdays, Khor Virap on Wednesdays, Lake Sevan and Dilijan on Thursdays and Sundays, and Gyumri on Saturdays.
How many people are in a group?
No more than 7 guests, so everyone can hear the guide and there is time for questions.
Do you offer private tours?
Yes, every day, on any route and in English or Russian.
Do you pick up from hotels in Yerevan?
Yes, all tours depart from Yerevan with hotel pickup. [Confirm pickup area and Airbnb addresses.]
Which languages do your guides speak?
English and Russian.
