Little Armenia

Day 1 Yerevan:

1. 1

   2 hours

   Arrival at Zvartnots International Airport. Greeting and meeting. Hotel transfer and leisure time at your disposal.

Day 2 Yerevan: Matenadaran – Megerian Carpets – Tsitsernakaberd – City Tour

1. 1

   Matenadaran - The Museum of Ancient Manuscripts

   2 hours Admission ticket included

   Meet the beginning of your interesting day in one of oldest cities in the world. The guide will be waiting for you to start the day full of discoveries. We will take a city tour in the capital, where we will uncover the main landmarks of the colorful city. Next, we will visit the scientific and research center of the Matenadaran, where numerous ancient manuscripts and books are preserved and demonstrated. The huge complex is located on the hillside area of Mashtots Avenue, where splendid panorama of the city will attract you.

2. 2

   Megerian Carpet Armenia

   2 hours

   we will take a direction to Megerian carpet factory, where numerous rugs exhibited in the museum of the factory, represent long history of Armenian rug-making art.
   Here, we will have traditional lunch, with delicious variety of Armenian ancient cuisine.

3. 3

   Armenian Genocide Museum

   2 hours

   After a lovely lunch break, we will continue to Armenian Genocide Memorial and museum. In the evening you will be invited for an evening stroll through the city.

Day 3 Yerevan - Amberd - Aragats –Yerevan

1. 1

   Amberd Fortress

   2 hours

   Wake up and prepare for a day full of adventures. First, we will cover the 11th-century Fortress of Amberd, with picturesque valleys on the background which is located on the slopes of the highest mountain of Armenia, Aragats.

2. 2

   Vahramashen Church

   1 hour

   later we will pass to Vahramashen church, situated next to the fortress, where we will have a short lunch break on lovely picnic spot.

3. 3

   Mount Aragats

   3 hours

   Now it is time to hike the Southern peak (3888 m above sea level) of the highest top in Armenia - Aragats (4090 m above sea level).

4. 4

   Kari Lake

   6 hours

   On our way to the Southern peak of the mount, we will unfold the beauty of Kari lake, with its cool and fresh water. As we reach the peak, the sky will seem to be closer and the view of The Mount Ararat will stun you.
   Depending on your wishes, we can also hike up to the East Summit (3650 m above sea level). In the evening, we will drive back to our hotel in Yerevan.

Day 4 Yerevan – Lake Sevan – Geghard – Basalt Organs – Garni – Yerevan

1. 1

   Lake Sevan

   2 hours

   At the beginning of the day we will drive to the most lake in Armenia, Sevan.

2. 2

   Monastery Sevanavank

   2 hours

   Then, the tour will continue to the Sevan peninsula, where you will be awarded black-colored ancient Monastery Sevanavank

3. 3

   The Monastery of Geghard

   2 hours

   Later, we will proceed to UNESCO World Heritage listed monastery of Geghard. The part of the monastery was cut out of the rock, which grants the visitors marvelous picture of Azat Valley.

4. 4

   Garni Temple

   1 hour

   The trip will continue onwards to Garni, where we will reveal nature-made Basalt organs. later we will hike up to the Pagan Temple of Garni and admire the magnificent natural scenery from the top. At the end of the day you will have a drive back to your hotel.

Day 5 Yerevan - Khor Virap – Areni – Noravank - Yerevan

1. 1

   Khor Virap

   2 hours

   Today the first stop will be Khor Virap Monastery, standing high on the plain valley of Ararat

2. 2

   Noravank Monastery

   2 hours

   We will be gifted a flawless view of the Mount Ararat on a clear day. Next, we will drive to the wine-making center of the country − Areni. Here, we will have a traditional Armenian lunch and taste some delicious local wine. Afterwards we will drive to Amaghu gorge, which is always twined with Grand Canyon, where one of the most beautiful monasteries, called Noravank is situated. This is a perfect location for taking photos and admiring the red cliffs. Later, we will return to Yerevan and enjoy our leisure time.

3. 3

   Noravank Gorge

   1 min Admission ticket not included

   We will drive to Amaghu gorge, which is always twined with Grand Canyon

Day 6 Yerevan – Zvartnots - Etchmiadzin – Aknashen – Yerevan

1. 1

   The Churches of Echmiatsin and the Archaeological Site of Zvartnots

   6 hours

   After breakfast, we will depart to the Armavir Province, where we will discover the main points of interest of this region. First, we will have a stop at the ruins of Zvartnots Cathedral, which once used to be a circle-shaped architectural masterpiece. Later, we will visit the spiritual city of Armenia − Etchmiadzin. We will take a tour inside the religious complex of the city, where the oldest church of the country is situated.
   Afterwards, we will proceed to Aknashen Village, where hospitable people will be waiting for us to have traditional lunch consisting of unique Armenian dishes, we will also have an opportunity to take part in the process of baking Armenian bread − "lavash".

Day 7 Free Day in Yerevan

1. 1

   Yerevan

   30 min

   Today you will have plenty of time for your own discoveries and experiences. We will be happy to assist you with our recommendation tips.

Day 8 Return flight

1. 1

   30 min

   Transfer to the airport. End of our services.