Eco-tour In The South Of Armenia

Itinerary

Day 1: Yerevan

Pass By: Zvartnots International Airport, Yerevan, Armenia
Arrival

Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight

Day 2: Yerevan: City tour

Stop At: 8/8 Tsitsernakaberd Highway Kentron District, Yerevan 0082 Armenia
Tsitsernakaberd Memorial
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Vernissage Market, Northern Avenue 6/2 Near Republic Square Subway Station, Yerevan 0013 Armenia
In the afternoon we will stroll around the city and uncover flea market "Vernissage"
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight

Day 3: Yerevan – Khostrov Reserve – Basalt Organs – Garni – Khor Virap – Areni

Stop At: Khosrov Forest State Reserve, South-East of Yerevan, Ararat Armenia
We will stop at the green oasis, called Khosrov Forest
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery Road H3, Garni Armenia
Next, we will hike up to the Pagan Temple of Garni
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Khor Virap, Highway 11 - Near the village of Pokr Vedi Artashat, Lusarat 0612 Armenia
In the afternoon we will unfold the Khor-Virap Monastery
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight

Day 4: Areni – Noravank – Areni

Stop At: Noravank Monastery, NoravankMonastery Road Amaghu Valley, Areni 3604 Armenia
Today we will head to Noravank Monastery. Together with the ancient structure, you will be gifted red-toned cliffs and gorgeous mountains from the top.
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight

Day 5: Areni – Mozrov Caves – Herher

Stop At: Mozrov Cave, Mozrov Road, Yeghegnadzor Armenia
Today, we will depart to discover another natural wonder - Mozrov Caves.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight

Day 6: Herher - Vayots Sar - Herher

Stop At: Surp Sion Monastery, Along the Herher River, Herher Armenia
Today we will hike to Vayos Sar (2581 m) and descend into its deep crater where a chapel was built. We will have a picnic on this site. In the evening we will return to Herher for enjoying the rest time.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight

Day 7: Herhrer - Gndevank - Karahunj - Goris

Stop At: Gndevank Monastery, Jermuk Armenia
The hike will begin in the village of Khndzoresk, where we will visit the cliff dwellings.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Wings of Tatev, Tatev Gateway, Halidzor 3218 Armenia
Later, we will head to Tatev, where we will take the longest reversible cable car, "Wings of Tatev", and experience the breathtaking views of the gorge Vorotan, with its dense forests.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Tatev Monastery, Highway 45, Tatev 3218 Armenia
On a rocky outcrop lies the marvelous monastery complex of Tatev (9th century), one of the most important architectural monuments of the country. We will have a small hike in the area. In the evening we will return to Goris for overnight.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight

Day 8: Goris - Selim Caravansarai - Armaghan

Stop At: Selim Caravanserai, Vardenyats Pass, Aghnjadzor Armenia
Today we will begin our exploratory mission with the caravansarai Selim, situated in the magnificent Selim valley
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Armaghan Mountain, Madina Armenia
Our upcoming destination will be the volcanic mountain Armaghan (2840 m). Despite the altitude, the volcano is easy to climb. We will admire the crater and the freshwater lake. From the top, we will have a wondrous view of the spectacular landscapes of Geghama mountains. Later, we will descend to the foot of the mountain, where we will spend the night in the tents.
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight

Day 9: Armaghan - Yeranos - Noratus - Hayravank - Lake Sevan - Yerevan

Stop At: Noratus Cemetery, Noratus Armenia
In the morning we will put away our tents and hike to the village of Yeranos. Later, we will depart to Noratus Cemetary, with numerous ''khachkars'' around the site.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Hayravank Monastery, Hayravank Armenia
On the way, we will explore the 9th-century Hayravank Monastery, located on the shores of beautiful Lake Sevan, "the blue pearl of Armenia".
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Monastery Sevanavank, next the Holy Mother of God Church, Sevan Armenia
On the Sevan peninsula, we will uncover the church Sevanavank with one of the five holy cross-stones. Afterward, we will drive to Yerevan. Rest time.

Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight

Day 10: Yerevan City Tour

Stop At: Cascade Complex, 10 Tamanyan St, Yerevan 0009, Armenia
Yerevan, one of the oldest cities in the world, welcomes you and invites you to an interesting city tour. We will cover the Abovyan street, one of the oldest streets of Yerevan, the metro (Metro Yerevan), the Cascade, from where the whole city will be unfolded in front of your eyes.
Duration: 5 hours

Stop At: Opera, 46a Mesrop Mashtoc pokhota, Yerevan 0009, Armenia
After visiting the opera house, we will continue via North Avenue to The Republic Square. In the evening you will have time for individual discoveries.

Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight

Day 11: Return flight

Pass By: Zvartnots International Airport, Yerevan, Armenia
Transfer to the airport. End of our services.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.