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If you want to fall in love with Armenia and discover mysteries of this country of point, this round trip is a good opportunity to do it. This tour with overnights in 5 cities includes the most visited sights in Armenia. You will get acquainted with Armenian culture, history and cuisine. It’s a good opportunity to travel in time, going back to the era of paganism, experience intercultural dialogue that is the ideal form of intercultural communication while communicating with the locals and be a co-author of this ancient culture.
Day 1: Arrival
Arrival at the international airport “Zvartnots”. You will be met by our English – speaking guide and transferred to the hotel. Check-in and accommodation in the hotel. Then you will have a city tour around Yerevan. You will see all the beautiful sightseeings in Yerevan: the main square of the country – Republic Square, the building of National Opera and Ballet theatre, the Swan lake near the Opera House, the architectural complex of Cascade. Then you will go to the Statue of Mother Armenia situated in the Victory Park. From the observation deck a stunningly beautiful view opens over Yerevan. Return to the hotel. Our guide will give you some tips where to eat and to go in the evenings.
Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 2. Yerevan – Garni – Geghard – Yerevan
In the morning after breakfast you will see one of the most ancient buildings in Armenia. It is the only preserved pagan temple on the territory of Armenia- Garni temple situated in the gorge and surrounded with picturesque mountains. You can have lunch in Garni and taste Armenian national dishes. Then you will visit a monastery complex of Geghard which is listed in the World human heritage by UNESCO. Optional: master-class of lavash (Armenian national bread) baking! Return to Yerevan, then an excursion with tasting best sorts of Armenian brandy at the “Ararat” brandy factory.
Return to the hotel.
Free evening in Yerevan.
Day 3: Yerevan – Sevan – Dilijan- Hagartsin – Tsaghkadzor –Yerevan
After breakfast we will proceed to Sevan to admire the blue pearl of Armenia – Lake Sevan, 1900m above the sea level. You will go up the Sevan peninsula and watch St. Astvatsatsin and Apostoles churches (9th C). The next point of our tour is Dilijan, the Armenian Switzerland which is known for its bushy forests, the architectural masterpiece of monastery complex of Hagartsin. You will also visit Parz Lake, located in the Dilijan National Park. “Parz” in Armenian means clear. Next destination will be Tsaghkadzor and Kecharis monastery (11-12th C).We offer you to climb Mount Tegenis (3100 m) by the cable way and admire the beauty of Tsaghkadzor surroundings.
Return to Yerevan.
Day 4. Yerevan-Khor Virap-Areni-Noravank
In the morning we proceed to visit Khor Virap monastery which is considered a cradle of Armenian Christianity. From the walls of the monastery you will enjoy a majestic view over Ararat mountain. The next destination is Noravank, a monastery complex hidden among the red rocks located in Vayots Dzor region. In the village of Areni we offer you a wine degustation because this region is famous for its rich wineries.
Return to Yerevan.
Day 5. Yerevan-Vernisage-Ejmiatsin-Zvartnots
We recommend you to visit the Vernissage –an open air fair where you can buy national souvenirs made by local craftsmen. You will visit the spiritual and administrative center of Ejmiatsin which is one of the historic capitals of Armenia and the main religious center of the Armenian people with the Ejmiatsin Cathedral, the most important Armenian Apostolic church. Besides the Cathedral you will visit St.Gayane, St.Ripsime and St. Shogakat churches. On the way back –another object from UNESCO heritage list – the ruins of Zvartnots cathedral.
Return to Yerevan.
Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 6. Yerevan – airport
Transfer to the airport to your flight.
The price includes:
- Hotel 3-4*
- Transfer in a comfortable vehicle
- Breakfast
- Guide service
- Wine tasting in Areni
Max participants
11 adults / 11 children
Duration
6 days / 5 night
Guide language
English, Русский, Հայերեն
Tour Highlights
Yerevan, Garni, Geghard, Sevan, Dilijan, Hagartsin, Tsaghkadzor, Khor Virap, Areni, Noravank, Vernisage, Ejmiatsin, Zvartnots
RESERVATION
Free cancellation
up to 24 hours in advance
Have a Question?
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- Yerevan, Tigran Mets st. 18/20
