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The itinerary starts with guests being welcomed at "Zvartnots" International Airport and transferred to a centrally located hotel in Yerevan. The adventure begins with a comprehensive tour of Yerevan, featuring main streets, the Opera House, and the Republic Square, alongside a visit to the Matenadaran, one of the world's largest depositories of ancient manuscripts. The journey includes a trip to Echmiadzin, the heart of the Armenian Apostolic Church, and a stop at the Zvartnots temple ruins, a 7th-century architectural marvel.
Further exploration takes visitors to the Khor Virap and Noravank monasteries, embodying Armenia's religious heritage, before heading to Jermuk, a popular resort town. The itinerary suggests a personal adventure in Jermuk, including a walking tour and a trek to the Smbataberd citadel, known for its stunning views.
The adventure continues to the Shake Waterfall and Tatev Monastery, where guests can ride the "Wings of Tatev," the world's longest ropeway, offering breathtaking views. A visit to the "Devil’s Bridge" beneath the monastery adds a touch of natural wonder.
The journey also includes a tour to Karahunj, Armenia's famous archaeological landmark, and the ancient cave settlement of Khndzoresk, showcasing the country's rich history and landscapes. The trip culminates with a visit to the sacred mountain of Ukhtasar, known for its prehistoric rock carvings, before returning to Yerevan and concluding with a departure transfer to the airport. This itinerary promises a deep dive into Armenia's cultural, historical, and natural treasures.
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Itineraries
Day 1
Meeting at “Zvartnots” International airport
Transfer to a centrally located hotel. Overnight.
Day 2
Yerevan City tour – Echmiadzin – Zvartnots – Yerevan
Breakfast at the hotel. Walking tour across the main streets, the Opera House, the Republic Square. Visit the Mother Armenia Monument. Here you can enjoy the view of Yerevan from the above. Visit Matenadaran – one of the largest depositories of ancient manuscripts in the world. Departure to Echmiadzin, which is the center of Armenian Apostolic Church. Return to Yerevan with a stop at the ruins of Zvartnots temple – the pearl of the 7th c. architecture. Overnight.
Day 3
Khor Virap – Noravank – Jermuk (overnight)
Breakfast at the hotel. Tour to Khor Virap monastery (4- 17th century) where Grigor the Illuminator was held in captivity for 40 years for his effort in introducing Christianity to Armenia. Continue tour to Noravank monastery – a great religious and cultural center of 12th c. Depart for Jermuk – one of our popular resorts. Overnight.
Day 4
Your Plan
Breakfast at the hotel. Short walking tour in Jermuk. Continue your walking adventure in Southern Armenia. Smbataberd, a well-preserved medieval citadel built by King Smbat (12 km round trip). The setting of Smbataberd is perhaps the most beautiful in Armenia, with Arpi river valley at your feet. Overnight in Jermuk.
Day 5
Shake waterfall - Tatev Monastery - Devil’s Bridge – Goris
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit to the vicinity where you will see Shake Waterfall. Afterwards trip to Tatev Monastery which is itself is a sight to visit. Tatev Monastery was founded in the 9th century. Here you will not only feel the spiritual atmosphere but also have the chance to use the longest ropeway in the world – “the Wings of Tatev”. Beneath the monastery you will see the “Devil’s Bridge”. Overnight in Goris.
Day 6
Kharahunj – Khndzoresk – Goris
Breakfast at the hotel. Tour to one of the best known and most interesting archaeological landmarks in Armenia – Karahunj, often called Zorats Karer. According to alternative theory this is world’s oldest astronomical observatory, built in the 6th millennial BC. On the east side of Goris is Khndoresk. It is an ancient cave settlement which remained occupied until a few decades ago. The nature here is just marvelous. Overnight in Goris.
Day 7
Goris – Ukhtasar – Yerevan
Breakfast at hotel. Trip to Ukhtasar – an Armenian mountain believed to be a holy place. It is situated 20 Km north of Sisian, at 3330 meters above sea level. It is famous worldwide due to numerous prehistoric images depicted on the rocks. Return back to Yerevan. Overnight.
Day 8
Departure day
Transfer to the airport.
Accommodation at a centrally located hotel
Breakfasts
Transportation by an air-conditioned vehicle
Professional English-speaking guide
Entrance tickets
Ropeway tickets
Extra meal
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