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Where Nature Meets Religion

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Yerevan, Armenia → Yerevan, Armenia

Country: Armenia
Start: Yerevan, Armenia
End: Yerevan, Armenia
Date: Flexible
Duration: 10 days
Theme: Culture, Discovery
Physical rating: Moderate
Meals: 9 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners
Transport: Private vehicle, 4x4, cable car, hiking, walking
Price: On Request

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Trip Highlights

Explore Matenadaran’s manuscript collection dating back to the 5th century.
Visit Tsitsernakaberd Memorial Complex dedicated to Armenian Genocide history.
Tour the Ararat Cognac Factory with guided tasting and production insight.
Discover UNESCO-listed Ejmiatsin Cathedral and Zvartnots ruins.
Walk through Megeryan Carpet Factory and observe traditional Armenian weaving.
Explore Dendropark Stepanavan with rare plant species from multiple continents.
Visit Haghpat and Akhtala monasteries showcasing medieval Armenian architecture and frescoes.
Experience Lake Sevan and Sevanavank on a volcanic peninsula.
Walk through Noratus cemetery with over 800 khachkars dating back centuries.
Cross Selim Caravanserai on the historic Silk Road route.
Explore Karahunj megalithic observatory site predating Stonehenge.
Ride the Wings of Tatev cable car over Vorotan Gorge.
Walk through cave dwellings of Old Khndzoresk.
Explore Noravank Monastery set within red canyon cliffs.
Taste Armenian barbeque in a traditional tonir home setting.
Visit Areni wine region with archaeological evidence of the world’s oldest winery.
Stand at Khor Virap with panoramic views of Mount Ararat.
Visit Garni Temple, the only preserved pagan temple in Armenia.
Explore Geghard Monastery carved into solid rock and UNESCO listed.
Experience Lavash baking tradition recognised by UNESCO.

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Inclusions

Accommodation on twin-sharing basis throughout the itinerary
All airport transfers and intercity transportation as per itinerary
Private transport with professional driver services
Services of a licensed English-speaking guide throughout the tour
Daily meals as specified in the itinerary
Entrance fees to all monuments, museums, and heritage sites mentioned
Wine tasting experience in Areni village
Bottled water (1 per person per day during touring)

Exclusions

International airfare and visa fees (if applicable)
Travel insurance (mandatory)
Alcoholic beverages (except the specified wine tasting experience)
Meals not explicitly mentioned in the itinerary
Personal expenses such as shopping, laundry, phone calls, tips, and gratuities
Optional experiences or activities not listed in the itinerary
Any services not clearly stated under inclusions

Will This Trip Suit You?

Comfortable with long driving days across mountainous terrain.
Enjoy active cultural travel with frequent sightseeing stops.
Able to walk on uneven surfaces, stone paths, and archaeological sites.
Interested in history, archaeology, religion, and ancient civilisations.
Open to moderate physical activity including canyon walks and cave settlements.
First-time visitors who want a comprehensive Armenia experience in one itinerary.
Mobility limitations due to stairs, caves, and uneven terrain.
Seeking relaxed, resort-style, or slow-paced holidays.
Prefer short travel distances or minimal road journeys.
Uncomfortable with high-altitude routes and winding mountain roads.
Prefer luxury-heavy, low-activity itineraries.

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Where Nature Meets Religion

Trip Highlights

Itinerary

Day 1: Yerevan

Day 2: Yerevan

Day 3: Yerevan – Ejmiatsin – Zvartnots – Yerevan

Day 4: Yerevan – Stepanavan – Lori Berd – Haghpat

Day 5: Haghpat – Akhtala – Lake Parz – Dilijan

Day 6: Dilijan – Sevan – Noratus – Selim – Hermon

Day 7: Hermon – Jermuk – Karahunj – Tatev – Goris

Day 8: Goris – Khndzoresk – Noravank – Areni – Khor Virap – Yerevan

Day 9: Yerevan – Garni – Geghard – Yerevan

Day 10: Departure

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Exclusions

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