Day 01 Arrive Yerevan (By Flight)
Arrival in Yerevan. Custom formalities. Meeting at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 02 Yerevan
Yerevan Sightseeing Tour
After breakfast full day sightseeing tour of Yerevan including the Republic Square, the Opera House, the Parliament, the Cascade as well as the monument ‘Mayr Hayastan’ (Mother Armenia) with a panoramic view of Yerevan and Mount Ararat. Visit to Matenadaran – institute of ancient manuscripts. In the afternoon visit to Tsitsernakaberd – Memorial and Museum of the Armenian Genocide of 1915. Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 03 Yerevan – Ashtarak – Amberd – Yerevan (108 km/ 02 hrs 45 mins)
Departure for Ashtarak to visit the fortress of Amberd located at 2300m above sea-level on the southern slopes of Mount Aragats. Visit to 13th century monastic convents of Saghmossavank and Hovhannavank both located on the edge of deep Kasakh gorge with a breathtaking view over the canyon. Return to Yerevan. In the afternoon visit to St Gregory Cathedral and Pak Shuka (authentic fruit market). Overnight in Yerevan,
Day 04 Yerevan – Haghpat – Yerevan (By Road) (170 kms / 03 hrs – One Way)
After earlier breakfast at hotel 3 hours’ drive to the north of Armenia to visit some of the architectural masterpieces of medieval Armenia. Visit to the Monasteries of Haghpat and Sanahin built between 10-13th centuries and set amidst forest-clad hills close to the town of Alaverdi, a small copper-mining town on the river Debed.
The monuments are preserved by UNESCO and included in the World Heritage List. Yerevan enjoying the beautiful landscapes changing completely from region to region. Weather permitting, there will be a possibility to see the highest peak of Mount Aragats (4095m). Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 05 Yerevan – Echmiadzin-Yerevan (By Road) (19 km/ 30 min-One Way)
Departure for Echmiadzin – the holy seat of the Supreme Patriarch – Catholicos of all Armenians. Armenia was the first country to adopt Christianity as a state religion in 301 AD. The Cathedral was built in 303 on the site of a pagan temple after the adoption of Christianity. Visit UNESCO Heritage Sites St. Hripsime Church (7th cent) and ruins of the cathedral of Zvartnots (7th cent).
Return to Yerevan. Afternoon free to explore Vernissage – an open-air art market open only at weekends.
Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 06 Yerevan – Lake Sevan – Dilijan – Yerevan (By Cruise)
Full day excursion to the north – east of Armenia to Lake Sevan – the emerald of Armenia situated at 2000 meters above sea level, therefore considered one of the highest altitude lakes in the world. Visit to the 9th century Sevanavank Monastery on Sevan Peninsula (formerly an island).
After a short stop at the statue of Akhtamar, the tour will continue on to the beautiful mountainous and forested region of Dilijan and then on to the magnificent and impressive complex of Goshavank Monastery (11-13th centuries). In the afternoon visit to Noraduz hosting the biggest collection of world famous Armenian khachkars (cross-stones) – the pride of Armenian medieval architecture. Return to Yerevan late in the afternoon.
DAY 07 Yerevan – Khor Virap – Noravank – Yerevan (242 kms / 04 hrs 20 min)
After breakfast at hotel drive towards the south to visit the historic Monastery of Khor Virap (Deep Pit), an important pilgrimage site close to the Turkish border where St. Gregory the Illuminator has been imprisoned for 13 years before the official conversion of Armenia to Christianity in 301 A.D.
From the monastery you can enjoy a breathtaking view of majestic snow-peaked Biblical Mount Ararat and the vast Ararat valley. Continue to Vayots Dzor Region to visit Noravank Monastery – the jewel of medieval Armenian architecture set in a marvelous canyon and built in a perfect harmony with the surrounding nature. Return to Yerevan.
Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 08 Yerevan – Garni – Geghard -Yerevan (By Road) (78 km/ 02 hrs appx)
Departure for Kotaik Region. Stop at the Arch of Yeghishe Charents to have a bird-eye view of Mount Ararat and Yerevan city. Continue to bronze age Garni Village to visit the 1st century Pagan Temple of Garni located in a picturesque position and in perfect harmony with the pure nature.
Then visit the UNESCO Heritage site Geghard Monastery (13th century) carved into solid rock. Watching and assisting Armenian women bake lavash in tonir (well-stove) and tasting it with home-made cheese and herbs. Return to Yerevan. Visit to National History Museum.
Day 09 Depart Yerevan
Departure transfer to onward destination.
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| City | Nights | Hotels |
| Yeveran | 08 | Hotel Royal Tulip |
- Accommodation as per the program.
- Meal Plan – Half Board basis (i.e. breakfast & dinner)
- Entrance fees.
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Boat tickets from Yerevan – Lake Sevan ,Lake Sevan – Dilijan and Dilijan – Yerevan
- Local English speaking guide.
- All transfers, sightseeing, excursions.
- All taxes
- Personal Expenses.
- Camera / Video Camera Fees.
- Medical Aid.
- Tips.
- Travel Insurance.
- Visa (If any).
– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.