Description
A three-day tour is a great introduction to Armenia for travelers with limited time. The itinerary combines Yerevan with some of the country’s most important historical sites, mountain landscapes, local cuisine and winemaking traditions.
You will explore Yerevan, Khor Virap, Noravank and Areni, visit the ancient Garni Temple and the rock-carved monastery of Geghard, walk through the Azat Gorge to the Symphony of Stones, taste Armenian wine and see how traditional lavash is made.
This compact itinerary is ideal for a long weekend or a short first trip to Armenia.
Program
Day 1: Yerevan
- Arrival at Zvartnots International Airport.
- Meeting at the airport and transfer to the hotel in Yerevan.
- Check-in and time to rest.
- In the afternoon, guided sightseeing tour of Yerevan, including the city center, main landmarks and an introduction to the history and architecture of the Armenian capital.
- In the evening, welcome dinner with Armenian cuisine.
- Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 2: Khor Virap – Noravank – Areni
- After breakfast, departure from Yerevan towards Khor Virap Monastery, one of Armenia’s most important pilgrimage sites. The monastery is closely associated with Gregory the Illuminator and the adoption of Christianity in Armenia. On a clear day, Khor Virap offers a spectacular view of Mount Ararat.
- The journey continues through the landscapes of Vayots Dzor to Noravank Monastery, surrounded by impressive red cliffs at the end of a narrow gorge.
- Next stop is Areni-1 Cave, an important archaeological site where evidence of one of the world’s earliest known winemaking facilities was discovered.
- Depending on the selected tour package, the day also includes a visit to a local winery with wine tasting and lunch.
- Return to Yerevan in the evening.
- Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 3: Garni – Geghard – Yerevan
- After breakfast, departure from Yerevan to Geghard Monastery, a medieval monastery surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery. Part of the complex is carved directly into the rock.
- Continue to Garni Temple, Armenia’s best-preserved monument from the pre-Christian period.
- The tour continues into the Azat River Gorge to visit the Symphony of Stones, an impressive natural formation of basalt columns.
- Lunch at a local restaurant or family-run venue, followed by a demonstration of traditional Armenian lavash making in a tonir.
- Return to Yerevan.
Price for person:
| Persons |
Economy Rate |
Standard Rate |
Premium Rate |
| 2 pers. |
162 000 AMD
420$
|
190 000 AMD
494$
|
198 000 AMD
515$
|
| 3 pers. |
133 000 AMD
345$
|
160 000 AMD
415$
|
169 000 AMD
438$
|
| 4 – 5 pers. |
115 000 AMD
299$
|
144 000 AMD
374$
|
151 000 AMD
392$
|
| 6 – 9 pers. |
109 000 AMD
283$
|
138 000 AMD
358$
|
147 000 AMD
382$
|
| 10 – 12 pers. |
101 000 AMD
262$
|
130 000 AMD
338$
|
139 000 AMD
361$
|
| 13 – 15 pers. |
93 000 AMD
241$
|
121 000 AMD
314$
|
131 000 AMD
340$
|
* Depending on the exchange rate, the cost of the tour in USD may vary. The price is indicated at the exchange rate as of 20.11.2024. courses: 1 USD = 385 AMD
ECONOMY RATE — lunches and winery on day 2 are not included
STANDARD RATE — lunches and wine tasting at Momik wines or Stepanyan’s garden on day 2 are included
PREMIUM RATE — lunches and wine tasting at Old Bridge winery on day 2 are included
Single room supplement – 24 500 AMD / 64$
The tour price includes:
- Accommodation in hotel 3* with double accommodation
- Meeting and transfers Airport – Hotel – Airport
- Comfortable transport with a driver for the whole route
- Guide services
- Entrance tickets to the specified museums and cultural centers
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Welcoming dinner
- Two lunches (Standart and Premium Rates)
- Tasting at the winery (Standart and Premium Rates)
The price does not include:
- Flight to Yerevan and back
- Dinner on the 2-nd day
- Medical insurance – recommended!
- Extra alcohol outside the program
- Personal expenses
