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Tsaghkadzor Cable Car

Tsaghkadzor

Ride the cable car surrounded by mountains

Price: entry — 30,000 AMD — per person

About

The Tsaghkadzor Cable Car is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Armenia. It is located in the town of Tsaghkadzor, about 50 kilometers north of the capital, Yerevan. It is a system of 5 chairlifts with two stations: a lower station near the town center and an upper station at the top of Mount Teghenis. Capacity ranges from 800 to 1,200 people per hour. The longest route is 1,624 meters, on the third lift. As you ride the Tsaghkadzor Cable Car, you can enjoy magnificent panoramic views of Armenia's mountains and landscapes. From the upper station, there is a splendid view of Mount Aragats and Mount Ararat. The Tsaghkadzor Cable Car operates year-round and offers not only beautiful views but also opportunities for active recreation. In summer, visitors can hike, cycle, and have a picnic; in winter, they can ski. It is considered one of Armenia's key tourist attractions and draws many visitors every year. It offers a chance to enjoy the beauty of Armenian nature and active recreation in the mountains.

Practical

Price and tickets: entry — 30,000 AMD — per person
entry — 3,000 AMD — per person
entry — 12,000 AMD — per person
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Hours: April–November
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun12:00–19:00
December–March
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun9:00–17:00

Taxi: In short: around the city it's convenient to order a car through an available app. For a remote place, plan your return in advance.

What to do: agree on the wait, the trip back, and the price before you set off; have a backup way to pay.

Common mistake: going "one way only" with no plan for how to get back in the evening or without a signal.

Next: between cities.
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Guided tour: A guided tour can help you see places in context and save time on putting together an itinerary. Check the format, group size, and route when choosing a tour.
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Spring: In the city, spring is good for walking, but the weather is changeable.

In the regions, there may still be snow in the mountains or mud on the trails — check the elevation of your route, not just the calendar in Yerevan.
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Winter: In the city, winter is usually milder than in the mountains: shorter days, possible ice, and canceled walks.

In the regions, snow, closed mountain passes, and short daylight hours change plans more sharply — allow extra time and check the road before you set out.
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Summer: In the city it is hot; plan for water, shade, and shifting activities to the morning or evening.

In the regions it is cooler at altitude, but the sun is harsher — protection and a supply of water are essential.
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Autumn: In the city, autumn is often comfortable for sightseeing.

In the regions, it gets dark earlier and the weather in the mountains turns faster — don't apply a "city" schedule one-to-one to a longer trip out.
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