Exploring Armenia - History and Nature in 5 Days
Spend five days exploring Armenia, a land of biblical history, volcanic landscapes and a resilient culture. Visit Yerevan, Khor Virap monastery with views of Mount Ararat, Lake Sevan, Dilijan and the stunning monasteries of Geghard, Noravank, Goshavank and Haghartsin.
Itinerary
DAY 1: Arrival in Yerevan
Transfer from Zvartnots airport to hotel in Yerevan. Reception with guide assistance throughout the journey.
Accommodation: Hotel Ani Plaza ⭐⭐⭐⭐
13 km | 25 min by car
DAY 2: Yerevan - Garni - Geghard
City tour of Yerevan: Republic Square, Cascade complex and views of Mount Ararat. Visit to the Armenian Genocide Museum and Tsitsernakaberd Memorial. In the afternoon, excursion to Garni Temple, the only Hellenistic monument in the Caucasus, and to Geghard Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with rock-hewn churches.
Accommodation: Hotel Ani Plaza ⭐⭐⭐⭐
81 km | 2h 25 min by car
DAY 3: Lake Sevan - Dilijan - Goshavank - Haghartsin
Visit to Lake Sevan, the "Pearl of Armenia", and ascent to Sevanavank Monastery with lake panoramas. Continue to Dilijan, the "Switzerland of Armenia", with its green mountains and dense forests. Visit to Goshavank Monastery and Haghartsin Monastery, a 10th-century complex hidden in a forested valley.
Accommodation: Hotel Ani Plaza ⭐⭐⭐⭐
185 km | 3h 05 min by car
DAY 4: Khor Virap - Areni Cave - Noravank
Visit to Khor Virap Monastery with the most iconic view of Mount Ararat. Exploration of Areni Cave, where the oldest winery in the world was discovered. Ending at Noravank Monastery, a 13th-century architectural gem nestled among red rock cliffs.
Accommodation: Hotel Ani Plaza ⭐⭐⭐⭐
239 km | 4h 23 min by car
DAY 5: Departure
Transfer from hotel to Zvartnots airport according to flight time.
13 km | 25 min by car
Dedicate a full week to "Exploring Armenia", a land of biblical history, volcanic landscapes and a resilient culture. This 5-day trip focuses exclusively on Armenia, allowing for a complete and leisurely immersion in the traditions of the first nation to adopt Christianity as its official religion.
Yerevan and the South
Without the hassle of crossing borders, we will calmly enjoy Yerevan, the "pink city", its markets and its lively nightlife. We will visit the iconic Khor Virap monastery, with its postcard views of Mount Ararat, and venture into the Areni wine region to discover the oldest winery in the world and the spectacular Noravank monastery among red canyons.
The Green North and the Heights
The journey will also take us north, to the immense Lake Sevan and the forests of Dilijan, visiting the monastic complexes of Goshavank and Haghartsin, hidden gems among the trees. It is the perfect option for those who prefer "slow travel" and wish to thoroughly know a single country, enjoying its gastronomy, music and the warmth of its people without rushing.
Included
- Accommodation: 4 nights in selected hotels
- Meals: Bed and breakfast
- Transport: Private vehicle with A/C and fuel
- Guide: Professional English-speaking guide
- Logistics: Staff expenses (guide/driver)
- Water: 1 bottle per person/day
- Taxes: Local taxes
- Entrance fees: Monuments according to itinerary
Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and dinners (unless indicated)
- Alcoholic beverages and tips
- Personal expenses