The Great Beauty of Armenia: 7-Day Culture and Cuisine Tour

The Great Beauty of Armenia: 7-Day Culture and Cuisine Tour

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About This Tour in Yerevan

If you are planning your first trip to Armenia this tour package is just for you! The itinerary gives you opportunity to discover the country: traditions, lots of interesting historic facts, visit the most important historic, cultural and religious centers, communicate with local people. As presumed, our tour has gastronomic emphasis and you can taste old, originally Armenian national dishes made from natural products, even take part in baking process of Armenian national bread - lavash and learn how to cook Sevan goods from a real chef. We will not forget about the drinks - you will observe the preparation process of Armenian wine and legendary brandy (Cognac), as well as taste it.

Why Visit Yerevan?

Yerevan, Armenia offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Yerevan provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Yerevan

You can reach Yerevan, Armenia by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Guide service.
  • 0.5L water per person per day.
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers

Pickup Time: 20 minutes before departure

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

City Tour in Yerevan

This is a real museum in the open... 1 hour

This is a real museum in the open air and in the exhibition halls of contemporary art by world famous artists.

We will find out the interesting history of... 30 minutes

We will find out the interesting history of this magnificent monument and enjoy a wonderful view of the center of Yerevan.

Monument dedicated to the hero of the Armenian national epic 30 minutes

Monument dedicated to the hero of the Armenian national epic. The wonderful creation of Yervand Kochar.

The very heart of Yerevan, where we will... 1 hour

The very heart of Yerevan, where we will enjoy the architectural ensemble of the main square of the country and enjoy the show of singing fountains.

Yerevan — Echmiadzin — Zvartnots — Yerevan

Research institute and museum, which holds one of... 1 hour

Research institute and museum, which holds one of the world's richest depositories of medieval manuscripts and books.

Tour to so called Echmiadzin – the spiritual... 1 hour

Tour to so called Echmiadzin – the spiritual center of Armenia, where Pontifical Residence of Catholicos of All Armenians – the head of Armenian Apostolic church is located. The city is just about 20 km from Yerevan. Here we'll visit the 4th century Echmiadzin Cathedral.

Echmiadzin treasury, where the lance that pierced the... 1 hour

Echmiadzin treasury, where the lance that pierced the side of Christ by the Roman soldier is also exposed.

We will visit Zvartnots Cathedral, which is considered... 1 hour

We will visit Zvartnots Cathedral, which is considered as a masterpiece of early medieval Armenian architecture, and listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Return to Yerevan, where we’ll visit Ararat brandy... 1 hour

Return to Yerevan, where we’ll visit Ararat brandy factory and taste a few sorts of Armenian brandy (cognac).

Yerevan — Khor Virap — Areni — Noravank — Jermuk — Goris

Khor Virap Monastery which offers magnificent view of the biblical Mount Ararat 40 minutes

Khor Virap Monastery which offers magnificent view of the biblical Mount Ararat.

Visiting the mystical Bird’s cave, where archeologists recently... 40 minutes

Visiting the mystical Bird’s cave, where archeologists recently found the oldest one-piece leather show and a 6000-year old winery. Few years ago the oldest shoe in history was found also in this region. Areni is one of actively developing wine regions in Armenia where famous indigenous red wine Areni is produced.

We will not miss a chance to taste it at one of local wine factories 30 minutes

We will not miss a chance to taste it at one of local wine factories.

Visiting Noravank Monastery of XIII century, hidden in... 40 minutes

Visiting Noravank Monastery of XIII century, hidden in mystic red cliffs – one of the most beautiful landscapes in Armenia.

Tour to the resort town of Jermuk which is famous as a retreat center 1 hour

Tour to the resort town of Jermuk which is famous as a retreat center. Here we will visit the Drink gallery with different sources of mineral water and Jermuk waterfall.

Goris — Old Khndzoresk — Tatev — Shaqi Waterfall — Karahunj — Hermon

Visit to Old Kndzoresk – an uninhabited cave... 1 hour

Visit to Old Kndzoresk – an uninhabited cave town where we will reach via the unique “Swing bridge”.

We will go up from Halidzor village to... 2 hours

We will go up from Halidzor village to Tatev monastery on a cable car “Wings of Tatev”, which is the longest in the world.

Visit to the sites of amazingly beautiful 18-meter waterfall of Shaqi 30 minutes

Visit to the sites of amazingly beautiful 18-meter waterfall of Shaqi.

Zorats Stones, metallic installation dating back to the VI millennium B 30 minutes

Zorats Stones, metallic installation dating back to the VI millennium B.C. is considered to be the oldest observatory, the so-called “Armenian Stonehenge”.

Hermon — Selim — Noratus — Sevan — Tsaghkunq — Geghard — Garni — Yerevan

Vardenyats (Selim) caravanserai – one of the important... 30 minutes

Vardenyats (Selim) caravanserai – one of the important stops in Armenia on the route of Great Silk Road. These buildings were built along commercial routes for the accommodation of travelers, who travelled from Europe to the East.

Noratus – the biggest khachkar cemetery on the territory of modern Armenia 30 minutes

Noratus – the biggest khachkar cemetery on the territory of modern Armenia.

Tour to Sevan lake – the biggest lake in Caucasus 1 hour

Tour to Sevan lake – the biggest lake in Caucasus. On the North-West shore we will visit Sevanavank monastery.

A photo-stop with the view of Ararat near Charents’ Arch 10 minutes

A photo-stop with the view of Ararat near Charents’ Arch.

Tour to the rocky monastery of Geghard –... 1 hour

Tour to the rocky monastery of Geghard – a fantastic example of medieval Armenian architecture of the XII- XIII centuries. It is listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site.

our to pagan temple of Garni – the... 1 hour

our to pagan temple of Garni – the only restored monument, referring to the era of paganism and Hellenism. Armenian traditional bread lavash baking at a village house in Garni.

Yerevan — Amberd — Shopping — Yerevan

Departure for the tour to Amberd Fortress –... 1 hour

Departure for the tour to Amberd Fortress – the historical defense complex, which consists of the castle of VII century and the church of XI century. It's one of the fewest preserved fortresses on the territory of Armenia. A perfect place to enjoy the breathtaking view of Armenian mountains.

History museum of Armenia, where different eras of... 1 hour

History museum of Armenia, where different eras of the Armenian Highland are represented - beginning from the Paleolithic to the present days.

Yerevan — Airport

Time for shopping 2 hours

Time for shopping. You can choose from a big variety of souvenirs and local products, which are in high demand among our guests – wines, brandies, dried fruits, sweets, herbs, jewelry, etc. For this purpose we will visit the souvenir market Vernissage and Tashir – the market of local sweets and dried fruits

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