7-Day Winter Tour of Yerevan and Armenia with Monasteries and Wine

Reach the hotel safely in Yerevan.

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

After having breakfast, explore the beautiful Lori region in North Armenia. The Lori Fortress, a dilapidated building dating back to the 10th century, will be your first stop.

Continue to Odzun Monastery, a 5th-century construction. Experience the fascinating type of rafting in the mountains of 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 to Yerevan and have dinner.

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 the Temple of Garni, the only preserved pre-Christian building in Armenia. Later, pay respects to Geghard Monastery, a 4th-century building included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Drive back to Yerevan and visit the Ter Ghazaryans' Micro Art Museum.

Visit Lake Sevan, a blue-eyed wonder that Armenians consider their sea. It is the second-high-altitude lake in the world with sweet water. On the shore of Sevan stands Hayravank Monastery, the monastery of Father Hovhannes, a 9th-century structure.

Taste the tempting cheese at the Mikayelyan cheese farm, where the cheeses ripen in wine and cognac.

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

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

Drive along the road leading to Noravank, surrounded by red and pink rocks that create a stunning view.

Visit Areni Cave, where the oldest winery and shoes were discovered. You could taste different wines at Areni Winery. At the winery, there is an Armenian family who serves eco food and homemade wines.

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

Pay respects to 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 ruined Zvartnots Cathedral.

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

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