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3-4 hours
Daily Tour
Armenian, English, Russian
Discover Yerevan through one of Armenia’s most famous traditions on this private city tour with a visit to the ARARAT Brandy Factory. Begin with a short introduction to the capital’s main landmarks, then explore the history and craftsmanship behind Armenian brandy inside the ARARAT museum and aging cellar. Finish with a guided tasting and discover how local grapes, oak aging and generations of expertise created one of Armenia’s best-known brands. This 3–4-hour experience is ideal for travelers who want to combine Yerevan sightseeing with Armenian flavors and traditions.
Please note: ARARAT Factory admission and tasting are not included in the base tour price. Choose your preferred tasting package when booking.
1. Begin with a compact introduction to central Yerevan, including the Cascade Complex, Opera House, Northern Avenue, and Republic Square,. Your guide will introduce the city’s architecture and history before continuing to the ARARAT Brandy Factory — the main experience of this itinerary.
2. The visit takes you beyond a simple tasting. Inside the ARARAT museum and aging cellar, you’ll learn how Armenian grapes are transformed into brandy, how the spirit develops during years of aging in oak barrels, and how different eaux-de-vie are blended to create the character of each ARARAT expression. The experience concludes in the tasting hall, where you can choose the program that best matches your interests.
Standard Package — Immerse yourself in history during a tour of the museum, which is also the factory’s active aging cellar. At the end, enjoy a tasting of ARARAT “Three Stars” (25 ml) and 7-year-old ARARAT “Ani” (25 ml) served with sweets and water — 4,500 AMD per person.
ARARAT Flavors — Perfect for those seeking new impressions and unique taste combinations. Sample three varieties: 7-year-old ARARAT “Ani” (25 ml), ARARAT Apricot (25 ml), and ARARAT Coffee (25 ml), paired with sweets and water — 7,500 AMD per person.
Extended Package — Discover the full artistry of brandy-making with a visit to the aging cellar during the museum tour. Conclude with a tasting of 10-year-old ARARAT “Akhtamar” (25 ml), 20-year-old ARARAT “Nairi” (25 ml), and 15-year-old ARARAT “Vaspurakan” (25 ml), served with sweets and water — 10,000 AMD per person.
ARARAT 10 — A comparative tasting of three 10-year-old ARARAT brandies, offering a rare chance to explore the nuances of brandies of the same age: ARARAT “Akhtamar” (25 ml), ARARAT “Armenia” (25 ml), and ARARAT “Dvin” Collection (25 ml). Delve into the fascinating world of brandy-making and learn about the meticulous and creative work behind crafting each unique ARARAT blend — 12,000 AMD per person.
Why Choose This Yerevan & ARARAT Brandy Tour?
This experience goes beyond a standard Yerevan sightseeing tour by combining the capital’s essential landmarks with one of Armenia’s best-known culinary traditions. It is particularly suitable for travelers who want to understand not only how Yerevan looks, but also one of the products closely associated with Armenian culture and hospitality.
If you prefer sightseeing without a tasting, choose our Yerevan Private City Tour for a classic introduction to the capital. For a more relaxing experience, combine sightseeing with an Armenian-inspired wellness ritual on our Yerevan City Tour with Grape Spa.
All private tours in Yerevan can be changed upon request.
Your private guide meets you at your hotel in Yerevan for a walking and driving tour of the city's main architectural landmarks followed by an exclusive visit to the Ararat Brandy Factory.
Begin at one of Yerevan’s most recognizable landmarks. Walk among the contemporary sculptures and enjoy panoramic views over the city before continuing through central Yerevan.
Walk to the Alexander Spendiaryan Opera and Ballet Theater, then along Northern Avenue - Yerevan's elegant pedestrian promenade connecting the Opera to Republic Square, lined with cafes, shops and street musicians.
Visit the grand neoclassical heart of Yerevan, designed by architect Alexander Tamanyan. Your guide will explain the history of the square and the surrounding pink tuff buildings. From May to October the famous Singing Fountains perform here every evening.
Visit the ARARAT museum and aging cellar and discover the history of Armenian brandy production that began in Yerevan in 1887. Enter the museum and aging cellar where thousands of oak barrels hold brandy maturing for up to 20 years. Your guide will explain the 130-year history of the ARARAT brand, the grape varieties, the production process and the art of the master blender. The tour ends in the tasting hall with a choice of tasting packages. Note: tasting tickets are purchased separately at the factory. Several tasting programs are available, from the classic Standard package to extended tastings of aged ARARAT brandies. Select your preferred tasting option when booking.
