Tours in Armenia

Day 2: Yerevan - Echmiadzin - Yerevan

Your day will begin with a viewing trip of Armenia's capital, starting with Victory Park's observation platform and continuing to the Cascade, a one-of-a-kind open-air museum of modern art. Then you'll go to the Sergei Parajanov Museum and view the building of the Opera and Ballet Theater. Then you'll go to Echmiadzin, the world's holy center for Armenians, where you'll witness the Church of St. Hripsime (7th century) and the Mother See Cathedral of St. Echmiadzin. On the way back, you'll stop for lunch and a rest at Machanents Creative Center. Then you may learn about the works of Kochar - Sasuntsi David, a well-known sculptor. Then, in the museum of the "Megerian Carpet" factory, you'll be immersed in the history of carpet weaving, with carpets dating back 400 years. Those who desire can design their own carpet with the assistance of our artisans. You may take a stroll down Northern Avenue in the evening and witness the singing fountains in Republic Square at the end. The night will be spent at a hotel.

 

Following breakfast and check-out, travel across the Ararat valley to the Khor Virap monastery, whose history is linked to Armenia's acceptance of Christianity in the 4th century. Since Khor Virap lies so near to Mount Ararat, a spectacular view of the peak may be seen from here. Next, travel to Areni, a village in Armenia's Vayots Dzor area that is known for its winemaking. As demonstrated by the discovery in the cave of Areni village, which you will visit, wine making began on Armenian soil six thousand years ago. The oldest shoe in the world, discovered in a cave in September 2008, is the most dramatic find to date. Then you'll proceed to the stunning Noravank monastery (13th century), which is nestled among red rocks in an indescribably picturesque ravine. You will drive to Goris after lunch and sampling, as well as a little rest. Check in and get some rest. Evening Goris and its environs captivate all visitors. Walking tour of Goris. The night will be spent at a hotel. 

 

You will visit an unusual and magnificent area - Zorats Karer, after a brief breakfast in Goris (Karahunj). At an elevation of 1770 meters above sea level, Zorats Karer is a prehistoric archaeological site with an old megalithic complex. Rows of massive red-brown monoliths may be seen from the road. It has been shown that Karahunj was previously a 6th millennium BC observatory. Many of the steles have holes carved in them that match to the positions of the stars in the sky 7.5 thousand years ago. Following that, we travel to Tatev, the crown jewel of Armenian medieval architecture. Anyone may ride the world's longest cable car, which extends across the 320-meter-deep Vorotan canyon. Your excursion will lead you to Yeghegis, where you will spend the night, following a fantastic meal.

 

The excursion will begin with a visit to the Selim Pass, which is situated at 2500 meters above sea level. From here, a lovely view of the surrounds opens up. On this day, you will go to Lake Sevan, Armenia's blue jewel. Sevan is one of the world's largest highland freshwater lakes located at an elevation of 1900 meters above sea level. Cheeses aged in wine and cognac are sampled. Visit monasteries of Ayrivank and Noradus. Then, in Tsaghkunk, you'll enjoy lunch and a master lesson with the famed Chef. Princess Mariam established the Sevanavank Monastery on the peninsula in 874, and it gives a breathtaking view of the turquoise lake surrounded by mountains. Our journey will then proceed to Dilijan, a resort town known for its lush woodland scenery and pure air full with pine scents. A stroll around the historic center will immerse you in the ambiance of a 19th-century ancient town. The night will be spent at a hotel.

 

Travel to Armenia's Lori region after a nice breakfast and fresh coffee. The journey includes a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Sanahin and Haghpat, which are both medieval monasteries. In medieval Armenia, the major centers of education and research were Sanahin and Haghpat. Lori offers spectacular scenery of lush woods, rugged canyons of the Debed River, and historic little settlements dotted throughout the canyon, in addition to various architectural sites. Lunch is provided in the local Kefoe restaurant, where local recipes are used to prepare Armenian traditional foods. After that, you'll go to Gyumri, Armenia's cultural capital and second biggest city. In addition to five churches, a monastery, and an Orthodox chapel, the city has a museum of local legend, a historical and cultural reserve, and five churches, a monastery, and an Orthodox chapel. The Amenaprkich Church (Church of the Savior) is the most beautiful and historically significant of them all. Dinner at the Gvug gastro-yard. You will spend the night at a hotel.

 

You will wander about Gyumri after breakfast, seeing Sev Berd, the Museum of Crafts, and Frunzik Mkrtchyan. The Cherkezi Dzor restaurant will serve lunch. Then you'll travel to Yerevan, passing by Mount Aragats on your way to the Saghmosavank Monastery (Psalm Monastery), which sits on the brink of the Kasakh River's steep valley. You'll stop at the monument to the letters of the Armenian alphabet along the journey, which was dedicated in 2005 to commemorate the alphabet's 1600th anniversary. As soon as you get to the monastery, you will be treated to a breathtaking vista of the canyon. In Yerevan, check in and relax. The night will be spent at a hotel.

 

The excursion will begin with a drive to the Azat River's magnificent canyon. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Geghard, a mountain monastery built in the 13th century, will be visited. This one-of-a-kind monastery is carved into the rock, and the surrounding rocks are included in the complex. The journey continues to the town of Garni, where the Symphony of Stones and a pagan temple built in the Hellenistic style are located, after seeing the monastery. Garni was established in 77 AD and is the region's only remaining pagan temple. Lunch will be served in the courtyard of a local resident's home, where you will be able to sample traditional food. After arriving in Yerevan, you will be welcomed as a guest of the Yerevan Brandy Factory and ARARAT Museum, where you will experience moments of pure craftsmanship and learn about the Armenian cognac industry's history. You will spend the night at a hotel.

 

In the morning is transfer to airport.