4 Days (3 nights)
Daily Tour
20 people
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Travel for 4 days (3 nights) through the main attractions of Armenia, discovering the capital Yerevan, Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery, and the “Armenian Switzerland” Dilijan.
Day 1. Some time after arriving in Armenia and checking into the hotel, you will have a walk around Yerevan. Yerevan is the largest city and capital of Armenia, and it is older than Rome. During the city walk, you will have the opportunity not only to admire the beauty of the city to get to know the culture of it but also to taste 5 types of Armenian wine.
Day 2. On the 2nd day, after breakfast at the hotel, you will discover the nature of Armenia in all its charm. The journey will start from Lake Sevan, which is the “Pearl” of Armenia. It is the largest lake in the Republic of Armenia and is considered one of the largest freshwater mountain lakes in the world. The next stop is Sevanavank. Sevanavank was built in the 9th century on the shore of Lake Sevan. Today, 2 churches remain from the monastery complex: Saint Arakelots and Saint Astvatsatsin.
Then we will move to Tavush region to discover Dilijan, in other words, “Armenian Switzerland”. At a distance of 12 km from Dilijan, you will visit the spiritual and cultural center of Medieval Armenia, Haghartsin monastery complex. During the tour, we will also visit Parz Lake, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy all the beauty of Tavush landscape. And at the Deer Farm you will be able to play with the deer and feed them.
Day 3. After breakfast, from the hotel, you will go to Kotayk province accompanied by the guide. The first stop is the Charents Arch, from where a beautiful view of Mount Ararat opens. The first stop is the Charents Arch, from where a beautiful view of Mount Ararat opens. From here we will go to the Garni Cathedral, which is the only preserved pagan temple in the post-Soviet territory. Then you will have the opportunity to see the “Symphony of Stones”, a natural monument formed by volcanic flows. The last stop is Geghard Monastery, one of the most recognized medieval architectural structures in Armenia. Geghard is completely built in a cave and is called “cave monastery”. The tour will end with a lavash baking master class and tasting.
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The tour starts from 2 person
RECOMMENDED DAYS FOR THE TOUR PROGRAM
February – December
MEETING POINT FOR TOURS
Pick up at your hotel
Arrival in Yerevan. Transfer from airport to Yerevan. Check-in in the hotel. Free time.
Duration – 3 hours
Sightseeing tour in Yerevan is a perfect way to discover the history and culture of one of the oldest cities in the world. The city tour will include the best places of city center. We will start the tour from the office of Jan Armenia Tours and Travel and will finish it at the top of the Cascade.
The arch of “Yeghishe Charents” - Garni Temple - Geghard Monastery, national bread “Lavash” baking and tasting - the gorge of “Symphony of stones”
Duration: 6-7 hours / Distance: 90 km
Our first stop of this tour is near Charents Arch, named in honor of Armenian poet Yeghishe Charents, who frequented this spot and loved it dearly. Next, we will visit the Geghard Monastery, which holds great religious significance. St. Geghard is known for the lance used by the Roman centurion to pierce Jesus after his crucifixion, which was later brought to Armenia and kept at the monastery for five centuries. The complex, constructed in the 13th
century during Armenia’s Golden Age of architecture, is astunning example of Armenian architecture, with churches built into solid rock. Geghard Monastery is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Garni Temple, built in 77 AD is another historical site of our tour. The temple sits gracefully on a high plateau overlooking the Azat river gorge, surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. The nearby Greek-Roman bathhouse, featuring a mosaic made of 30,000 natural stones, and the ruins of the royal palace, dating back to the 3rd century AD are also fascinating to explore.After visiting the temple, we will take a short walk to a nearby cozy local restaurant that offers an amazing view of the temple. Here, you can relax and take part in a master-class on tasting freshly baked lavash, traditional Armenian flatbread.
Lake Sevan – Old Dilijan – Haghartsin Monastery – Lake Parz – Deer Farm
Duration: 9-10 hours / Distance: 260 km
Our first destination is Sevanavank Monastery, located near Lake Sevan. You will be amazed to learn that the monastery was built on a small island on the southern shore. Lake Sevan is a breathtaking natural wonder that will leave you spellbound with its beauty. It is only an hour away from the capital city of Yerevan and is surrounded by majestic mountains, making it an even more enticing place to visit. Sevanavank Monastery was constructed in the 9th century by Princess Mariam in memory of her late husband. This remarkable place also houses the Khachkars of Armenia and is dedicated to Amenaprkich, all saviours. Next on our itinerary is Haghartsin Monastery, located in Dilijan,a peaceful place to spend time. This monastery was built between the 10th and 13th centuries and is an architectural marvel. We will then take a short walking tour to the Monumentof Mimino, situated along the oldest street of Dilijan.We will then head to Lake Parz, which is unique in that it wasformed by natural climatic changes. This picturesque lake is a sight to behold, and spending time here is an absolute delight. Our next destination is the deer farm, where you will be mesmerized by the scenic beauty and get a chance to feed and play with the deer.
Check-out. Transfer from Yerevan to airport.
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