7 days tour

Ancient Armenia

Ancient Armenia

This tour includes:

Meals

5* lunches, 1dinner

Accommodation

3-star hotels with breakfast: 5nights in Yerevan, 1night in the region

Others

Local guides and entrance fees Lavash baking Master class Bottled water

Guide

English-speaking guide

Transport

Private transportation Transfer from and to the airport

Not included:

Others

Any personal expenses Alcoholic beverages Dinners in Yerevan Tips

Flights

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Itinerary of your trip Ancient Armenia

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrival
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrival

      You will be transferred to any hotel in Yerevan from Zvartnots International Airport.

  • Day 2 Day 2: City Tour: History Museum- Opera House - Cascade Complex -Ararat Brandy Factory
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: City Tour: History Museum- Opera House - Cascade Complex -Ararat Brandy Factory

      Get acquainted with the capital of Armenia, one of the oldest cities in the world which is 2800years old. Live the life of the ideal combination of old and new, lively and quiet sides of the pink city.

      What trip would be possible to a country without the basic knowledge of that very country?

      Well, no trip! That is why we are heading to the History Museum of Armenia located just in the city centre at Republic Square. In the museum, you will get acquainted with a country having thousands of yearsโ€™ history. 

      Then have a light walk to Yerevan Opera House (the Armenian National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet named after Alexander Spendiaryan) via Northern Avenue. From the Opera House walk to the Cascade Complex which is the stairs to the breathtaking view of the city.

      And, in the evening something special is waiting. 

      A wonderful evening at Ararat Brandy Factory will fulfill the whole day, and you can surely say: โ€˜Letโ€™s call it a day!โ€™ 

  • Day 3 Day 3: Yerevan-Khor Virap- Echmiadzin-Zvartnots-Yerevan
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Yerevan-Khor Virap- Echmiadzin-Zvartnots-Yerevan

      It is morning and what to do this time?

      In the first Christian country, monasteries are undoubtedly magnificent, and every single one is different and unrepeated. So letโ€™s start a journey to Khor Virap, where the very first torchers over Grigor the Illuminator. You will savour the view of the monastery, the biblical mountain Ararat and will know a lot about the origins of Christianity in the world. By the way, Khor Virap means โ€˜deep dungeonโ€™. Do you know why?

      The spiritual city is waiting for you.  The next stop will be at Echmiadzin where you will touch the roots of Christianity. You will see the first monastery in the world and visit the museum where a lot of valuable and highly important pieces of art are kept there such as the Holy Lance (Geghard) which pierced the side of Christ and the relics of Noahโ€™s Ark in a reliquary. 

      And not far from Echmiadzin, another piece of artwork stands in ruins but that doesnโ€™t spoil its beauty and perfect harmony with the surroundings. Zvartnots will be in front of you and Ararat. The 13th century cathedral is standing in ruins but looks gorgeous.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Matenadaran- Garni-Geghard-Yerevan
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Matenadaran- Garni-Geghard-Yerevan

      Letโ€™s start the morning at an amazing depository of books, but not of ordinary books. No, they are ancient manuscripts, valuable pieces of artwork and the brave bearers of a long history. Matenadaran is the place where all those books and pieces of them are preserved and analyzed. 

      Then we go on a special trip to Garni and Geghard where two religions stand side by side. Garni is the only pagan temple existing in Armenia. Just next to it is the bases of a church and behind these two are the breathtaking mountains and the Garni Canyon. 

      From Garni take the way to Geghard monastery, the amazing construction hidden in the mountains. Geghard is a 13th-century construction on the bank of the Azat River. 

      The words are even powerless to describe the flawless assimilation of the surrounding nature and the constructions. 

  • Day 5 Day 5: Yerevan-Haghpat-Sanahin (Overnight)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Yerevan-Haghpat-Sanahin (Overnight)

      Next morning is the day to travel to the northern part of Armenia. The first visit will be to Saghmosavank. The monastery has once been an important book depository and educational centre. 

      Haghpat and Sanahin monasteries (10-13th century) are situated in the Lori region. Haghpat and Sanahin monasteries, the biggest and most important educational centres of Armenia in the medieval period are in the middle of the mountains with lavish vegetation.

      The complexes are the results of the highest flowering of Armenian religious architecture. In the monasteries a number of well-known academicians, calligraphers and illuminators have studied.

      The stay will be in Avan-Dzoraget hotel on the bank of the River Debed.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Goshavank - Haghartsin -Sevanavank-Yerevan
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Goshavank - Haghartsin -Sevanavank-Yerevan

      From Lori to Tavush! You are going to have an incredible trip and discover the other gems of Armenia in Tavush region. Goshavank is a monastery built in the 10th-12th centuries. It has served as a school and a significant cultural centre for centuries. 

      Not far from Goshavank, Haghartsin stands in the green-green forest. The monastery was built in the 13th century. The ambience and amazing scenery take you to another world of peace, harmony and inner relaxation.

      Last but not least, you will see and feel the breath of the blue eyes of Armenia, Lake Sevan and Sevanavank on the peninsula. The monastery dates back to the ninth century. The beauty of the lake and the mystery existing in the monastery are compelling. 

      Then, you are heading to Yerevan, the capital city. Having an evening walk in the city will be the perfect end of the day and the week. 

  • Day 7 Day 7: Departure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Departure

      You will be transferred to Zvartnots International Airport. 

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 1 / Max: 99

Experience allowed to all ages.

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