Surprising Armenia

Meeting the guests and accommodating at the Hotel. Walking tour across the main streets, the Cascade, Opera House, Republic Square, visit Vernissaje (Arts & Crafts Market) in case it’s weekend. Visit Matenadaran, which is one of the largest depositories of ancient manuscripts in the world. Afterwards the guests will visit Genocide Museum – Tsitsrnakaberd. Return back to the Hotel.

Breakfast at the Hotel. Trip to the Monastery of Geghard (IV-XIII centuries) with its remarkable rock-cut churches and tombs. The complex is an exceptionally well preserved and complete example of medieval Armenian monastic architecture. Geghard is listed as a UNESCO world heritage site. You will continue your way to Garni, the only pagan temple in Armenia, where you can admire the unique mosaic baths and ruins of the royal palace. Return back to the Hotel. 

Breakfast at he Hotel. Zvartnots temple, a ruined seventh century circular Armenian cathedral (641-653) — another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Ride back to Yerevan. Possible Visit to Vernissaje, in case it was closed on the first day. Overnight at the Hotel.

Breakfast at the Hotel. Trip to Jermuk – our popular resort. Overnight at the Hotel. 

Breakfast at the Hotel. Trip to Tatev Monastery which is itself is a sight to visit. The Monastery was founded in the 9th century. Here you will not only feel the spiritual atmosphere, but also have the chance to use the longest ropeway in the world — “the Wings of Tatev”. Overnight in Goris.

Local activity, dance, walk tour, barbecue in the nature or other activities, if possible.

Breakfast at the Hotel. 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 monument Goshavank here. Afterwards walk tour to Parz Lich (no cars allowed) – a small lake located in the east of Dilijan. Here the nature is simply breathtaking. Free time. Overnight in Dilijan, at the hotel located in forest setting.

Breakfast at the Hotel. Visit the ruins at Lori fortress. (If requested, visit the dendropark). Overnight in Stepanavan.

You will be led through the plains of the Ararat Valley to the magnificent monastery of Khor Virap, set against the backdrop of towering Mount Ararat. The monastery is a place of pilgrimage and is the site of the prison where St. Gregory the Illuminator (who brought Christianity to Armenia in 301 AD) was imprisoned.
Tour to Yerevan Brandy factory where you will be introduced with brandy making processes, history. You will also taste different types of brandies.