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Upon arrival at Zvartnots International Airport, guests are transferred to a centrally located hotel in Yerevan. The visit begins with a half-day city tour of Yerevan, one of the world's oldest cities, exploring its main sights and avenues. Highlights include Mashtots Avenue, Marshal Baghramyan Avenue with the Presidential Residence, the Parliament building, and Sayat-Nova Avenue featuring a monument to French sculptor Rodin. The tour also includes a walk to Cascade, an open-air modern art museum displaying works by renowned artists, offering a fantastic view of Yerevan. The day concludes with a welcome dinner at an Armenian restaurant, followed by an overnight stay in Yerevan.
The next day starts with breakfast at the hotel before visiting the Yerevan Brandy Factory to learn about the production of ArArAt Cognac. The journey continues to Geghard Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site, nestled in stunning mountain scenery. The itinerary includes a visit to the pre-Christian pagan temple of Garni, perched on a cliff, and the Symphony of Stones in the Garni valley. The day ends with an excursion to Lake Sevan, known as the "Pearl of Armenian Nature," and then a return to Yerevan for the night.
The following day features a trip to Khor Virap Monastery, located at the foot of Mt. Ararat, a significant Christian pilgrimage site. Lunch and a wine tasting session are scheduled at the "Hin Areni" winery. The day also includes a visit to Noravank Monastery, set in a stunning red canyon, known for its historical significance and breathtaking natural beauty. The group returns to Yerevan for another overnight stay.
On the departure day, guests have an early breakfast at the hotel followed by a transfer to the airport, concluding the immersive Armenian travel experience.
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Itineraries
Day 1
Meeting at "Zvartnots" International Airport. Transfer to a centrally located hotel
Yerevan City tour (half day)
A classic tour of the capital of Armenia – Yerevan, one of the oldest cities in the world, which is 29 years older than Rome. We will begin with a bus tour of the city, which will cover all the main sights, main streets and avenues of the city: Mashtots Avenue, Marshal Baghramyan Avenue with the Presidential Residence and the Parliament building, Sayat-Nova Avenue with a monument to the famous French sculptor Rodin and much more. Walking trip to Cascade – the beating heart of the city a valuable open-air and free-access modern art museum. Artists like Fernando Botero, Lynn Chadwick), Barry Flanagan , Stanislav Libensky and Jaroslava Brychtova, Paul Cox, Jaume Plensa are featured at Cascade, and all passers-by have a chance to enjoy their masterpieces for free, just during your morning or evening walk. From the top of Cascade one can enjoy the fantastic view on Yerevan. Welcome dinner in Armenian restaurant. Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 2
Yerevan – Yerevan Brandy Factory – Geghard – Garni – Symphony of Stones – Lake Sevan – Yerevan
Breakfast at the hotel.
ArArAt Cognac is one of the main symbols of Armenia for many years. In order to get acquainted with the production of this legendary drink and its 130-year history, we will go to the Yerevan Brandy Factory.
Trip to Geghard Monastery (UNESCO Heritage). Gerhard represents the peak of medieval Armenian architectural achievement and comprises a walled complex set in stunning mountain scenery in the upper Azat Valley in Kotayk Province.
Next we will visit the temple of Garni. The symbol of pre-Christian Armenia – Garni is a pagan temple that sits on a cliff overlooking a ravine surrounded by mountains, making it one of the most iconic attractions in Armenia.
In Armenia, it is a must-see to visit the Symphony of Stones in the valley of Garni, one of the most well-known and beautiful natural monuments of Armenia. This natural monument is the result of the collapse of the volcanic rocks.
Excursion to Lake Sevan. The beauty of Lake Sevan earned the title of “Pearl of Armenian Nature”. The lake has an altitude of about 1,900 m (6233 ft) above the sea level. Being among the world’s largest high mountain, the freshwater lakes make Sevan an exceptional and remarkable phenomenon both in the region and in the world. Lunch. Return to Yerevan. Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 3
Yerevan - Khor Virap - Noravank - Yerevan
Breakfast at the hotel. Trip to Khor Virap Monastery, the famous pilgrimage site with a fascinating history and an iconic location at the foot of Mt. Ararat. This is where Christianity in Armenia all started. Lunch and wine tasting at the “Hin Areni” winery.
Visit to Noravank (XIII c.). The monastery is located at the end of a spectacular blood-red canyon; home to two of Armenia’s most well-known cave systems, a nesting eagle sanctuary, and some of the most spectacular scenery in the country. Return to Yerevan. Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 4
Departure day
Early breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport.
DBL accommodation for 3 nights
Breakfasts
Transfers as per the program
Professional guide service
Entrance tickets
Welcome dinner
lunch in Garni
Lunch in Hin Areni
Wine Degustation
Brandy tasting
Extra meal
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