Armenia · Architecture

8-Day Armenia Highlights Tour with Tatev, Sevan and Garni

8 Days Round trip from Yerevan Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the historically quaint cities of Armenia from Yerevan
02 Visit major highlights including Goris, Tatev, Karahunj, Sevan, Dzoraget, and Vernissage
03 Discover the unique cave town of Khndzoresk on a hillside near Goris
04 See Garni Temple and Geghard Monastery, carved from the adjoining mountain

Explore the beauty of Armenia on an 8-day journey through its ancient highlights, from Yerevan to Goris, Tatev, Karahunj, Sevan, Dzoraget, and Vernissage. Discover important monasteries, archaeological sites, historic cities, and cultural landmarks as you travel across the country. From the shores of Lake Sevan to the cave town of Khndzoresk and the open-air market of Vernissage, this tour showcases the hidden gems these places have to offer.

From the shores of Lake Sevan to the cave town of Khndzoresk and the open-air market of Vernissage, this tour showcases the hidden gems these places have to offer.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Vagharshapat, Sevan, Goris, Yerevan, Dilijan, Garni, Khor Virap, Zvartnots, Tatev Monastery, Areni, Noravank, Sanahin, Haghpat, Geghard, Karahunj

Languages Armenian, English, Hindi, Russian, Thai

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival and Yerevan Highlights

Explore the highlights of Yerevan, built along the Hrazdan River.
Take a stroll through Republic Square and relish a delectable Armenian breakfast.

Day 02

From Yerevan to Goris via Khor Virap and Areni

Explore Khor Virap Monastery, located on the Ararat Plain in Armenia. It is an important pilgrimage site in the country.
Visit Areni village, renowned for its wine production.
Stroll through Noravank Monastery, a 13th-century monastery famous for its architecture.
Go to Goris in southern Armenia, known for the regional style of its buildings.

Day 03

Khndzoresk and Tatev Excursion from Goris

From Goris, go to Khndzoresk, known for being a unique cave town on a hillside.
Visit Tatev, a village with multiple beautiful sites to explore, including the 9th-century Tatev Monastery and local markets.
Head back to Goris, which is situated in the valley of the Goris River.

Day 04

Karahunj, Selim Caravanserai and Sevan

Explore Karahunj, an archaeological site also known as the "Armenian Stonehedge".
See the Selim Caravanserai, built to host tired travellers crossing the Vayots Dzor mountain region.
Tour Noratus village, famous for its cemeteries.
Go to Sevan, built on the shores of Lake Sevan.

Day 05

From Sevan to Dzoraget via Dilijan and Monasteries

Head to Dilijan, the spa town of Armenia, also known as the Armenian Switzerland.
Visit Goshavank Monastery in Gosh village.
Explore Haghpat and Sanahin Monasteries, famous for their architectural designs.
End the day by going to Dzoraget village.

Day 06

Dzoraget to Yerevan via Saghmosavank and Amberd

From Dzoraget, go to Saghmosavank Monastery, located on top of a gorge by the Kasagh River.
Visit Amberd Fortress, located more than 2,000 metres above sea level.

Come back to Yerevan.

Day 07

Echmiadzin, Zvartnots and Vernissage

From Yerevan, go to Echmiadzin, the fourth-largest city in the country and known for its cathedral.
Visit Zvartnots and the famous Zvartnots Cathedral with its mesmerising historical architecture.
Explore Vernissage, a large open-air market in Yerevan.

Day 08

Matenadaran, Garni and Geghard before Departure

Visit Matenadaran Museum, home to ancient manuscripts.

Explore Garni Temple, the only Greco-Roman temple in the world.
Walk around Geghard Monastery, carved out of the adjoining mountain and surrounded by hills.