7 Days – Fascinating Armenia-TSI-50

After breakfast at the hotel, begin the city tour from Victory Park, offering panoramic views of Yerevan. Continue with a walk through the Cascade Complex, home to the Gafesjian Center for the Arts, showcasing a renowned collection of contemporary art. Visit the historic 18th-century Blue Mosque, a peaceful cultural landmark. Next, explore the iconic Opera House in the heart of the city. Stroll down North Avenue, a modern pedestrian street, to reach Republic Square, Yerevan’s central gathering place. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Yerevan.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight stay in Yerevan.

After breakfast at the hotel, begin the day with a stop near the Arch of Charents, offering a beautiful panoramic view of the Ararat Valley and the majestic Mount Ararat. Please continue to the Geghard Monastery, dating back to the 4th century AD and reaching its peak in the 13th century. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Geghard is a masterpiece of Armenian medieval architecture, featuring churches and tombs carved into solid rock that reflect exceptional craftsmanship. Later, visit the Garni Temple, a unique Hellenistic structure dedicated to the Sun God Mihra. Built in 77 AD, it stands as one of Armenia’s oldest pagan landmarks and was part of the Garni Fortress complex, which also served as the summer residence of Armenian kings and dates back to the 1st century BC. An optional jeep can be arranged. In the evening, return to Yerevan and overnight at the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight stay in Yerevan.

After breakfast at the hotel, depart for a trip to the Aragatsotn region. Visit the Amberd complex, a medieval fortress and church located on the southern slopes of Mount Aragats at an altitude of 2300 meters, earning it the name "fortress in the clouds." Continue to Alphabet Alley, a unique monument celebrating the Armenian alphabet, where visitors can find their initials among the stone-carved letters. In the evening, return to Yerevan. Overnight at the hotel in Yerevan.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight stay in Yerevan.

After breakfast at the hotel, visit Kecharis Monastery, a beautiful complex founded in the 11th century by the Armenian Pahlavuni princes. Continue to the Tsaghkadzor Ropeway for panoramic views of Armenia’s scenic mountains, with optional activities like zip-lining available. Later, drive to Lake Sevan, the largest lake in the Caucasus and one of the world’s highest freshwater lakes, often called the “pearl of Armenia.” In the evening, return to Yerevan. Overnight at the hotel in Yerevan.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight stay in Yerevan.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Echmiadzin, home to the Holy See of Echmiadzin, the most significant Armenian church, founded in 303 AD. Continue to the Machanents Touristic Center to explore Armenian culture and history, with optional master classes in doll making, lavash baking, and ceramics. Later, visit the impressive ruins of Zvartnots Cathedral, once one of Armenia’s largest medieval temples. Return to Yerevan in the evening. Overnight at the hotel in Yerevan.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight stay in Yerevan.

After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Gyumri, Armenia’s second-largest city and a key cultural hub with a rich 3,000-year history. Stroll through its charming streets lined with 19th-century architecture, offering a glimpse into the city’s historic past. Visit the Black Fortress, a prominent landmark from the Russian imperial era. Enjoy some free time to explore Gyumri at your own pace. In the evening, return to Yerevan. Overnight at the hotel in Yerevan.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight stay in Yerevan.

Breakfast at the hotel. Check out of the hotel. Transfer to the airport. Departure.

Meals: Breakfast