Itinerary

1. Day 1 Arrival to Yerevan

   • Reach the hotel safely in Yerevan.  

   •  Roam around the city of Yerevan. and enjoy the festivities around the city

2. Day 2 Lori fortress, Odzun- Yerevan

   • After having breakfast. Explore the most beautiful Lori region which is North Armenia. The Lori fortress, which is a dilapidated building dating back to the 10th century, will be your first stop.

   • Continue your way to the Odzun Monastery, it is a 5th-century construction. Experience the most fascinating type of rafting in mountains in Armenia where winter rafting is offered.  

   • On your way back to Yerevan, visit one of the most significant observatories in Eastern Europe and the Middle East - Byurakan Observatory to stare at the stars. 

   •  Return back to Yerevan and have dinner. 

3. Day 3 Matenadaran-Garni Temple- Geghard Monastery

   • Start the day with a visit to Matenadaran it is one of the oldest and largest centers in the world where ancient manuscripts are preserved. 

   • Stop by at the Temple of Garni which is the only preserved pre-Christian building in Armenia. Later pay respects to the Geghard Monastery - a 4th-century building that is included in the UNESCO world heritage list.

   • Drive back to Yerevan and visit the Ter Ghazaryans’ Micro Art Museum, 

4. Day 4 Sevan, Hayravank, Mikayelyan - Tsaghkadzor - , Kecharis)

   • Visit Sevan Lake it is a  blue-eyed wonder. Armenians consider it to be their sea. It’s the 2nd high-altitude lake in the world which has sweet water On the shore of Sevan, the Hayravank Monastery is located - the monastery of father Hovhannes, which is a 9th-century structure.

   • Taste the tempting cheese at the Mikayeyalen cheese farm where the cheeses ripen in wine and cognac.

   • Enjoy the beauty of the town Tsaghkadzor, take a ropeway and visit the Kecharis Monastery Complex.

5. Day 5 Khor Virap,-Noravank -Areni Cave-Areni Winery

   • The first stop will be the Khor Virap Monastery, where, according to the legend, Gregory the Illuminator was kept. On the way enjoy a stunning view of Mount Ararat.

   • Driving on the road which leads to Noravank, surrounded by red and pink rocks which is a stunning view.  

   • Visit the Areni Cave, which is the oldest winery, and shoes were discovered. You could taste different wines in the Areni winery.  in the winery, there is an Armenian family who serves eco food and homemade wines.

6. Day 6 Etchmiadzin- St Gayane, and St Hripsime monasteries-Zvartnots

   • Take a walk to the Holy capital of Armenia - Vagharshapat, which is also known as Etchmiadzin.

   • Pay respects to the church Etchmiadzin Cathedral. It is one of the first churches in the world and also the residence of the Armenian Catholicos. Also, visit the monasteries of St Gayane and St Hripsime.

   • Eat lunch with the aromatic flavors of Armenian cuisine. After lunch take a masterclass in rug weaving.
   • On your way back to Yerevan, visit the destroyed Zvartnots Cathedral.

7. Day 7 Shopping at Vernissage Market

   • Explore - Vernissage Market which is famous for buying souvenirs, Northern Avenue 6/2, and Yerevan 0013 Armenia 

   • Leave the hotel then continue your way to the airport.