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Little Armenia

8 days
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Itinerary

Day 1: Yerevan:

Pass By: Zvartnots International Airport
Arrival at Zvartnots International Airport. Greeting and meeting. Hotel transfer and leisure time at your disposal.

Meals included:
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight

Day 2: Yerevan: Matenadaran – Megerian Carpets – Tsitsernakaberd – City Tour

Stop At: Matenadaran - The Museum of Ancient Manuscripts, Yerevan
Meet the beginning of your interesting day in one of oldest cities in the world. The guide will be waiting for you to start the day full of discoveries. We will take a city tour in the capital, where we will uncover the main landmarks of the colorful city. Next, we will visit the scientific and research center of the Matenadaran, where numerous ancient manuscripts and books are preserved and demonstrated. The huge complex is located on the hillside area of Mashtots Avenue, where splendid panorama of the city will attract you.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Megerian Carpet Museum, Yerevan
we will take a direction to Megerian carpet factory, where numerous rugs exhibited in the museum of the factory, represent long history of Armenian rug-making art.
Here, we will have traditional lunch, with delicious variety of Armenian ancient cuisine.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Armenian Genocide Museum, Yerevan
After a lovely lunch break, we will continue to Armenian Genocide Memorial and museum. In the evening you will be invited for an evening stroll through the city.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight

Day 3: Yerevan - Amberd - Aragats –Yerevan

Stop At: Amberd Fortress, Byurakan, Aragatsotn
Wake up and prepare for a day full of adventures. First, we will cover the 11th-century Fortress of Amberd, with picturesque valleys on the background which is located on the slopes of the highest mountain of Armenia, Aragats.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Vahramashen Church, Byurakan, Aragatsotn
later we will pass to Vahramashen church, situated next to the fortress, where we will have a short lunch break on lovely picnic spot.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Mount Aragats, Aragatsotn
Now it is time to hike the Southern peak (3888 m above sea level) of the highest top in Armenia - Aragats (4090 m above sea level).
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Kari Lake, Byurakan, Aragatsotn
On our way to the Southern peak of the mount, we will unfold the beauty of Kari lake, with its cool and fresh water. As we reach the peak, the sky will seem to be closer and the view of The Mount Ararat will stun you.
Depending on your wishes, we can also hike up to the East Summit (3650 m above sea level). In the evening, we will drive back to our hotel in Yerevan.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight

Day 4: Yerevan – Lake Sevan – Geghard – Basalt Organs – Garni – Yerevan

Stop At: Lake Sevan, Lake Sevan, Gegharkunik Province
At the beginning of the day we will drive to the most lake in Armenia, Sevan.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Monastery Sevanavank, Sevan, Lake Sevan, Gegharkunik Province
Then, the tour will continue to the Sevan peninsula, where you will be awarded black-colored ancient Monastery Sevanavank
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Gegard Monastery, Goght, Kotayk Province
Later, we will proceed to UNESCO World Heritage listed monastery of Geghard. The part of the monastery was cut out of the rock, which grants the visitors marvelous picture of Azat Valley.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Garni Temple, Garni, Kotayk Province
The trip will continue onwards to Garni, where we will reveal nature-made Basalt organs. later we will hike up to the Pagan Temple of Garni and admire the magnificent natural scenery from the top. At the end of the day you will have a drive back to your hotel.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight

Day 5: Yerevan - Khor Virap – Areni – Noravank - Yerevan

Stop At: Khor Virap, Lusarat, Ararat Province
Today the first stop will be Khor Virap Monastery, standing high on the plain valley of Ararat
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Noravank Monastery, Areni, Vayots Dzor Province
We will be gifted a flawless view of the Mount Ararat on a clear day. Next, we will drive to the wine-making center of the country − Areni. Here, we will have a traditional Armenian lunch and taste some delicious local wine. Afterwards we will drive to Amaghu gorge, which is always twined with Grand Canyon, where one of the most beautiful monasteries, called Noravank is situated. This is a perfect location for taking photos and admiring the red cliffs. Later, we will return to Yerevan and enjoy our leisure time.
Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Noravank Gorge, Areni, Vayots Dzor Province
We will drive to Amaghu gorge, which is always twined with Grand Canyon

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight

Day 6: Yerevan – Zvartnots - Etchmiadzin – Aknashen – Yerevan

Stop At: The Churches of Echmiatsin and the Archaeological Site of Zvartnots, Vagharshapat, Armavir Province
After breakfast, we will depart to the Armavir Province, where we will discover the main points of interest of this region. First, we will have a stop at the ruins of Zvartnots Cathedral, which once used to be a circle-shaped architectural masterpiece. Later, we will visit the spiritual city of Armenia − Etchmiadzin. We will take a tour inside the religious complex of the city, where the oldest church of the country is situated.
Afterwards, we will proceed to Aknashen Village, where hospitable people will be waiting for us to have traditional lunch consisting of unique Armenian dishes, we will also have an opportunity to take part in the process of baking Armenian bread − "lavash".

Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 7: Free Day in Yerevan

Pass By: Yerevan Mall, Yerevan
Today you will have plenty of time for your own discoveries and experiences. We will be happy to assist you with our recommendation tips.

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 8: Return flight

Stop At: Zvartnots International Airport
Transfer to the airport. End of our services.
Duration: 30 minutes

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
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Included
  • 5x Breakfast
  • 6x Dinner
  • Accommodation included: 5 nights
  • 7 nights accommodation in comfortable hotels (double room)
  • Drinking Water
  • Half board
  • All transfers by comfortable vehicle
  • Professional guide service
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Entry/Admission - Matenadaran - The Museum of Ancient Manuscripts
Not included
  • International flight
  • Entry/Admission - Noravank Gorge
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
65%
Cultural
30%
Sport
25%
Adrenaline
20%
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