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Welcome to an unforgettable eight-day adventure in Armenia, starting with a warm welcome at Zvartnots International Airport and a captivating tour of Yerevan, including the magical Republic Square and the art-filled heart of the city.
Rest at the stunning Aghveran Hotel, nestled on a mountain slope, offering a cozy retreat with top-notch amenities. Dive into Armenian culture with a visit to the Yerevan Brandy Factory, and wander through a vibrant local fruit market, tasting the freshest produce. Experience the spiritual heart of Armenia at Holly Echmiadzin, then savor the flavors of renowned Armenian wines at the NOY factory. Discover the world's ancient wisdom at Matenadaran, housing priceless medieval manuscripts.
Begin your mornings with delicious Armenian breakfasts, explore the awe-inspiring Geghard Monastery, and learn the art of lavash baking in a traditional wood oven. Venture to the famous Areni Wine Factory and the architectural wonder of Noravank Monastery, nestled among striking red cliffs. Behold the breathtaking beauty of Lake Sevan, the "Blue Pearl of Armenia," and take in the scenic wonders of Dilijan's lush landscapes and historical monasteries.
Enjoy a leisurely day with a culinary master class in Yerevan, deepening your connection to Armenian flavors. Return each night to the serene Aghveran Hotel, your home away from home amidst the mountains.
Your journey concludes with a heartfelt farewell as you're escorted back to Zvartnots International Airport, carrying a treasure trove of memories from this land of rich history and natural beauty. This is not just a trip; it's an immersion into the soul of Armenia, promising experiences that linger long after you've returned home.
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Itineraries
Day 1
Yerevan – Aghveran
You will be met at the “Zvartnots” International Airport and led to Yerevan. Introductory tour in Yerevan – Republic Square with its singing fountains, a pleasant walk in Cascade, visit to art boutiques in the center of Yerevan.
Overnight at Best Resort “Aghveran Hotel” / www.aghveranhotel.am/ situated on a steep mountain slope. The hotel that was built recently has full services that will make your vacations comfortable. Overnight.
Day 2
Aghveran – Yerevan – Aghveran
Breakfast at the hotel. We will begin the day with a visit to Yerevan Brandy Factory, sampling the famous Armenian cognac and learning brandy making process with factory specialists. Visit one of the popular among tourists and local people fruit markets with delicious variety of fruits and vegetables. Return to the hotel. Overnight.
Day 3
Aghveran – Echmiadzin – Yerevan - Aghveran
Breakfast at the hotel. You will visit Holly Echmiadzin – the main seat of the Catholicos of All Armenians. After Echmiadzin you will visit famous wine factory “NOY” to taste our wines. Visit to Matenadaran – Armenia’s state repository of ancient manuscripts, which holds one of the world’s richest depositories of medieval manuscripts and books which span a broad range of subjects, including literature on history, philosophy, medicine, art history and cosmography in Armenian and other languages.
Overnight at Aghveran hotel.
Day 4
Aghveran – Geghard – Garni - Aghveran
The day will begin with a traditional Armenia breakfast you will never forget. A tour to Geghard, another incredible ancient Armenian monastery, entirely carved out of a mountain, will be followed by a visit to the magnificent “Temple of the Sun” in Garni, the only pagan temple in Armenia, where you can admire the unique mosaic baths and ruins of the Royal palace. Your first cooking class will begin with baking lavash in tonir, a traditional wood burning oven. Then you will taste your own masterpiece in a lodge surrounded with lush forests.
Overnight at Aghveran Hotel.
Day 5
Aghveran – Areni – Noravank – Yeghegnadzor – Aghveran
Breakfast at the hotel. An unforgettable trip to the famous Wine Factory “ARENI” with sampling famous Armenian wines and learning wine making secrets with factory specialists. You will continue your way to Noravank. The gorge is known for its tall, sheer, brick-red cliffs, directly across from the monastery. The monastery is best known for its two-storey S. Astvatsatsin church, which grants access to the second floor by way of narrow stones jutting out from the face of building. Noravank will be followed by a visit to the Famous Cheese factory. Here you will be introduced to cheese making history and sample various kinds of specific Armenian cheese.
Overnight at Aghveran Hotel.
Day 6
Aghveran – Sevan – Dilijan – Aghveran
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast we are leaving for the Lake Sevan – the Blue Pearl of Armenia. This huge mountain lake about 2,000 meters above the sea level. On clear and sunny days, the waters, of a deep turquoise color, are like a piece of the sky that have descended to the earth among the mountains. Afterwards an impressive trip to picturesque Dilijan, nestled in the heart of the forests of the Northern Armenia. You will be captured by the breathtaking architectural monuments: Haghartsin and Goshavank monasteries, as well as khachkars / cross-stones/.
Overnight at Aghveran.
Day 7
Aghveran – Yerevan - Aghveran
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Yerevan, free time in Yerevan, Master class with the chief in the famous restaurant Ararat Hall.
Return to Aghveran. Overnight.
Day 8
Aghveran – Yerevan
Early breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Zvatrnots International Airport.
Accommodation for 7 nights at Best Resort “Aghveran” hotel
Breakfasts
Transportation by an air-conditioned vehicle
Professional English-speaking guide
Entrance tickets
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