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6 days
About this activity
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival: Transfer to the hotel
Pass By: Republic Square, Yerevan 0010 Armenia
You arrive in Yerevan, and you're met by our Feel Armenia team. Welcome to Armenia!
You will be transferred to your hotel. As you will be quite tired after the flight(s), we haven't planned anything for this day. Instead, you will stay at the hotel, relax and get prepared for the upcoming days.
What is next?
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Yerevan - Khor Virap - St Gayane Church - St. Hripsime Church – Echmiadzin - Zvartnots - Yerevan
Stop At: Khor Virap, Artashat, Lusarat Armenia
Where did Christianity start? Well, it goes back to the end of the third century when Grigor the Enlightener was being torched just because he was trying to prove Christ’s existence. The place of his sufferings is Khor Virap. The monastery faces towards biblical Mount Ararat. So, we can say that everything has started from here, and then has moved to Echmiadzin.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Saint Gayane Church, Issy-les-Moulineaux St., Vagharshapat Armenia
The spiritual city Echmiadzin is waiting for you where you will touch the roots of Christianity. The churches St Gayane and St Hripsime are located in the city of Echmiadzin not far from Echmiadzin monastery. They are the three virgins preaching Christianity in the late 3rd century.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Echmiadzin Monastery, Vagharshapat Armenia
The next stop will be at Echmiadzin monastery. 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 such as the Holy Lance (Geghard) which pierced the side of Christ and the relics of Noah's Ark in a reliquary.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Zvartnots Temple, Vagharshapat Armenia
And not far from Echmiadzin, another piece of artwork stands in ruins but that doesn’t spoil its beauty and perfect harmony with the surroundings. Zvartnots will be in front of you and Ararat. After an unforgettable day, you will be back to the capital city Yerevan.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Yerevan - Geghard -Garni – Symphony of Stones- Yerevan
Stop At: The Monastery of Geghard, Geghard Armenia
Start the morning with Christian spirit and make your soul harmonized with your mind in Geghard monastery. The morning liturgy will be the ideal beginning for the day. The monastery dates back to the 4th century. It is one of the greatest masterpieces of Armenian architecture and culture and its might and power are just enormous. After the incredible flow of emotions, continue the route to Garni.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery Road H3, Garni Armenia
You have surely heard about the period of history when people were worshipping different gods and goddesses, and that period was paganism. Armenians were pagan before adopting Christianity. And the only pagan temple existing from that period is standing in quite a large village called Garni, where you are going to visit today. The Temple of Garni dates back to the first century AD. Actually, the temple is not the only thing you can see here in Garni. There are a number of churches, astounding nature and majestic mountains.
Right here you will have a special chance to listen to Duduk concert organized just for you.
Moreover, the Symphony of Stones is out of this world. Words are so weak to describe the natural wonder, which is down-to-Earth but at the same time seems to be heavenly.
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 4: Yerevan-Sevanavank-Dilijan-Haghartsin-Yerevan
Stop At: Monastery Sevanavank, next the Holy Mother of God Church, Sevan Armenia
Yes, the trip continues. You are heading to the greenest area in Armenia, but first, savour the incredible treasure of Armenia, Lake Sevan. The Sevan is one of the largest freshwater lakes in the world. On the peninsula stretching into the lake you will see the mighty monastic complex Sevanavank.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Haghartsin Monastery, Dilijan Armenia
Then, let’s continue the way to Dilijan, the city with lavish vegetation and forests where your lungs will fill with super-fresh air. Not far from Dilijan you will visit Haghartsin Monastery. The magnificent gem is in the middle of lavish forests. The monastery has been a significant centre of education and culture since the 13th century.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 5: Yerevan-Ashtarak-Amberd-Vahramashen
Stop At: Karmravor Church, Khachatur Abovyan St., Ashtarak Armenia
The trip starts from Yerevan, and we are heading to Ashtarak city where you will see the handful of churches. They are Karmravor, Tsiranavor, and Spitakavor. The churches date back to the 4th, 5th and 14th centuries. The names of the churches are colours. Karmravor stands for red, Tsiranavor stands for the colour of apricot, and Spitakavor stands for white. The legend about the churches is really interesting.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Amberd Fortress, Byurakan Armenia
Then, get prepared, because you are going to visit Amberd fortress. The fortress dates back to the 7th century and it represents the wonderful fortress construction of Armenia.
Amberd means “a fortress in the clouds", and it truly is.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Vahramashen Church, Amberd Rd., Byurakan Armenia
Not far from the fortress you will find another gorgeous construction. It is Vahramashen monastery dating back to the 11th century.
And one special remark. You will be on the slopes of Mt Aragats, so you will have an opportunity to smell the special fresh air.
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 6: Departure: Transfer to the airport
Pass By: Republic Square, Yerevan 0010 Armenia
This is the last day of your trip. We have to say goodbye to each other with the hope of seeing you again very soon.
You will be transferred to Zvartnots International Airport.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
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Day 1: Arrival: Transfer to the hotel
Pass By: Republic Square, Yerevan 0010 Armenia
You arrive in Yerevan, and you're met by our Feel Armenia team. Welcome to Armenia!
You will be transferred to your hotel. As you will be quite tired after the flight(s), we haven't planned anything for this day. Instead, you will stay at the hotel, relax and get prepared for the upcoming days.
What is next?
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Yerevan - Khor Virap - St Gayane Church - St. Hripsime Church – Echmiadzin - Zvartnots - Yerevan
Stop At: Khor Virap, Artashat, Lusarat Armenia
Where did Christianity start? Well, it goes back to the end of the third century when Grigor the Enlightener was being torched just because he was trying to prove Christ’s existence. The place of his sufferings is Khor Virap. The monastery faces towards biblical Mount Ararat. So, we can say that everything has started from here, and then has moved to Echmiadzin.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Saint Gayane Church, Issy-les-Moulineaux St., Vagharshapat Armenia
The spiritual city Echmiadzin is waiting for you where you will touch the roots of Christianity. The churches St Gayane and St Hripsime are located in the city of Echmiadzin not far from Echmiadzin monastery. They are the three virgins preaching Christianity in the late 3rd century.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Echmiadzin Monastery, Vagharshapat Armenia
The next stop will be at Echmiadzin monastery. 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 such as the Holy Lance (Geghard) which pierced the side of Christ and the relics of Noah's Ark in a reliquary.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Zvartnots Temple, Vagharshapat Armenia
And not far from Echmiadzin, another piece of artwork stands in ruins but that doesn’t spoil its beauty and perfect harmony with the surroundings. Zvartnots will be in front of you and Ararat. After an unforgettable day, you will be back to the capital city Yerevan.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Yerevan - Geghard -Garni – Symphony of Stones- Yerevan
Stop At: The Monastery of Geghard, Geghard Armenia
Start the morning with Christian spirit and make your soul harmonized with your mind in Geghard monastery. The morning liturgy will be the ideal beginning for the day. The monastery dates back to the 4th century. It is one of the greatest masterpieces of Armenian architecture and culture and its might and power are just enormous. After the incredible flow of emotions, continue the route to Garni.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery Road H3, Garni Armenia
You have surely heard about the period of history when people were worshipping different gods and goddesses, and that period was paganism. Armenians were pagan before adopting Christianity. And the only pagan temple existing from that period is standing in quite a large village called Garni, where you are going to visit today. The Temple of Garni dates back to the first century AD. Actually, the temple is not the only thing you can see here in Garni. There are a number of churches, astounding nature and majestic mountains.
Right here you will have a special chance to listen to Duduk concert organized just for you.
Moreover, the Symphony of Stones is out of this world. Words are so weak to describe the natural wonder, which is down-to-Earth but at the same time seems to be heavenly.
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 4: Yerevan-Sevanavank-Dilijan-Haghartsin-Yerevan
Stop At: Monastery Sevanavank, next the Holy Mother of God Church, Sevan Armenia
Yes, the trip continues. You are heading to the greenest area in Armenia, but first, savour the incredible treasure of Armenia, Lake Sevan. The Sevan is one of the largest freshwater lakes in the world. On the peninsula stretching into the lake you will see the mighty monastic complex Sevanavank.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Haghartsin Monastery, Dilijan Armenia
Then, let’s continue the way to Dilijan, the city with lavish vegetation and forests where your lungs will fill with super-fresh air. Not far from Dilijan you will visit Haghartsin Monastery. The magnificent gem is in the middle of lavish forests. The monastery has been a significant centre of education and culture since the 13th century.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 5: Yerevan-Ashtarak-Amberd-Vahramashen
Stop At: Karmravor Church, Khachatur Abovyan St., Ashtarak Armenia
The trip starts from Yerevan, and we are heading to Ashtarak city where you will see the handful of churches. They are Karmravor, Tsiranavor, and Spitakavor. The churches date back to the 4th, 5th and 14th centuries. The names of the churches are colours. Karmravor stands for red, Tsiranavor stands for the colour of apricot, and Spitakavor stands for white. The legend about the churches is really interesting.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Amberd Fortress, Byurakan Armenia
Then, get prepared, because you are going to visit Amberd fortress. The fortress dates back to the 7th century and it represents the wonderful fortress construction of Armenia.
Amberd means “a fortress in the clouds", and it truly is.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Vahramashen Church, Amberd Rd., Byurakan Armenia
Not far from the fortress you will find another gorgeous construction. It is Vahramashen monastery dating back to the 11th century.
And one special remark. You will be on the slopes of Mt Aragats, so you will have an opportunity to smell the special fresh air.
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 6: Departure: Transfer to the airport
Pass By: Republic Square, Yerevan 0010 Armenia
This is the last day of your trip. We have to say goodbye to each other with the hope of seeing you again very soon.
You will be transferred to Zvartnots International Airport.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
- Transportation
- Transfer to/from the airport
- Guiding service
- Duduk Concert in Garni
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Jeeping tour to the Symphony of Stones
- Entry/Admission - Echmiadzin Monastery
- Entry/Admission - Zvartnots Temple
- Entry/Admission - Garni Temple
Not included
- Meals
- Accommodation
- Tips
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Any personal expenses
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
60%
Aquatic
40%
Original
35%
Sport
25%
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