Excursion tour "Armenia"

Let's have breakfast at the hotel! Today, we are going on a tour of Yerevan and will visit several attractions such as: Republic Square, the Cascade architectural complex, the Vernissage market and many other fascinating places. Let's start with Republic Square, which is the heart of Yerevan and a popular place for meetings and celebrations. The square is surrounded by neoclassical buildings which are decorated with fountains and magnificent sculptures. We will walk around the square, enjoy its atmosphere, and also visit local cafes and restaurants. Next, we will go to the Cascade architectural complex, which is a huge staircase made of stone and glass, located on the hillside. This unique complex is home to various museums and exhibition complexes. At the end of our excursion, we will visit the Vernissage market, which occupies the place of one of the largest souvenir markets in Yerevan. Here you will find many different products, such as: national carpets, ceramics, jewelry, folk costumes and much more. In the evening we return to the hotel.

Today we are waiting for a fascinating journey to the origins of Armenian Christianity - to the Khor Virap monastery. Here, for 13 years, King Trdat III kept Gregory the Illuminator, whose martyrdom led to the adoption of Christianity in Armenia, in prison. Thanks to this event, at the beginning of the 4th century, Armenia became the first Christian country in the world. The Khor Virap Monastery offers an amazing view of the biblical Mount Ararat. Another unforgettable stop will be a private winery, where we will taste Armenian wine and visit the Cave of Birds. Several decades ago, in this cave, scientists discovered leather shoes made more than 5.5 thousand years ago. At the end of our journey we will visit the Noravank monastery, which is located in a gorge surrounded by red rocks. In the Middle Ages, it was the cultural and spiritual center of Armenia, where the most famous sculptors and architects, including the famous Momik, honed their skills. At the end of the day we return to the hotel.

Let's have breakfast at the hotel! On this beautiful day, we will go to the wonderful world of Armenia, namely, we will visit the mysterious Garni temple. This unique sanctuary of the Hellenistic period, dedicated to the sun god Mihra, rises in a country rich in heritage. The amazing temple was built back in the 1st century and still never ceases to amaze with its beauty and depth of meaning. There is an archaeological zone around it, where we can see the remains of baths, living quarters and cellars left by the ancient inhabitants of these lands. No less spectacular are the Geghard Monastery and its surroundings, a World Heritage Site protected by UNESCO. In the evening, after this unforgettable excursion, we will return to Yerevan and have an amazing opportunity to get acquainted with the technology of preparing Armenian cognacs at the Noy-Ararat cognac factory. Afterwards we return to the hotel.

Let's have breakfast at the hotel! Today we have an unforgettable adventure - we will rise to a height of 1900 meters to see the majestic Lake Sevan, which is the largest in the entire Caucasus. At altitude, we will enjoy the taste of aromatic shashlik prepared from Sevan’s exquisite whitefish, and also visit the majestic Sevanavank monastery, surrounded by mountains. After lunch, we will travel to the beautiful resort town of Dilijan, which is famous for its clear water and cozy streets. In the town we will visit the workshops of local artisans and enjoy the beauty of this amazing place while walking along its streets. At the end of the day we return to the hotel.

Let's have breakfast at the hotel! Let's continue our immersion in the rich heritage of humanity in the monastery complex of Etchmiadzin, which translated from Armenian means “The Descent of the Only Begotten”. Legends say that the site for the construction of the temple was directly revealed to King Trdat III by Jesus Christ. On the same day, we will have a fascinating excursion to the Zvartnots Temple, which is famous as the Temple of the Vigilant Angels. This stunning structure is listed as a World Heritage Site and will amaze you with its unique beauty. In the evening we move back to the hotel.

Let's have breakfast at the hotel! In the morning we will have a final breakfast, followed by transfer to the airport and flight home.