Armenia City Break: Yerevan, Garni,Lake Sevan

Armenia City Break: Yerevan, Garni & Lake Sevan

Explore Armenia in 5 unforgettable days. Wander Yerevan's vibrant streets, visit ancient monasteries, and savor Armenian wines on this perfect cultural city break.

15 June, 15 June

Start | End time: 08:00:00 | 20:00:00

Language: English, Russian, Armenian, German, French, Spanish

Duration: 5 days

Start | End point: Yerevan | Yerevan

Type of tour: Group

Group size: 15

Inclusions

Transport
Hotel
Breakfast
Guide Service
All Entrance Fees
Flight Tickets
Optional experiences (Museums, masterclasses, activities) – Price upon request

Exclusions

Insurance

Tour program

Day 1

Stop 1.Yerevan arrival

Arrival at Zvartnots International airport. After airport formalities meet your guide and transfer to Yerevan.

Day 2

Stop 1.Yerevan city tour

Start exploring Yerevan, Armenia's capital city and one of the oldest cities in the world. Drive to visit the Victory Park and Mother Armenia monument. Then visit Cascade Complex, home to the Sculpture Park and the Cafesjian Center for the Arts. The program then continues with a walking tour of the city center. Afterwards, we visit Vernissage Market, Armenia's largest open-air market.

Day 3

Stop 1.Yerevan - Areni-1 Cave - Noravank - Wine Tasting - Yerevan

Drive to explore Vayots Dzor province. First visit the Areni 1 Birds Cave. Next drive through the scenic upper Amaghou Valley to visit Noravank Monastery. Then continue to the local Family Winery, known for its delicious dry red wines. Return to Yerevan and make a stop at the Farmer Market Gum.

Day 4

Stop 1.Yerevan - Garni - Symphony of Stones - Geghard - Lake Sevan - Yerevan

Drive to visit one of Armenia's oldest buildings, the 1st-century Garni Pagan Temple. Next explore Garni Gorge and marvel at the breathtaking vertical cliffs of octagonal basalt columns, known as the Symphony of Stones. Afterwards visit a local village home for taking part in the traditional Armenian bread-making experience. Then continue to visit the 13th century cave Monastery of Geghard (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Drive to visit Lake Sevan and Sevanavank Monastery, beautifully situated on a peninsula overlooking the lake. Return to Yerevan.

Day 5

Stop 1.Yerevan - Zvartnots - Echmiadzin - Yerevan Departure

Drive to visit the 7th-century ruins of Zvartnots Cathedral (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Next stop is Echmiatsin - the administrative and spiritual centre of the Armenian Apostolic Church. Visit Mother Cathedral and museum inside the church, where the main relics of Armenian Apostolic Church are preserved. Return to Yerevan. Free time before departure. Transfer to Zvartnots International airport. Departure from Yerevan.