Armenia · Religious & Spiritual

7-Hour Lake Sevan and Dilijan Tour with Haghartsin Monastery

7 Hours Round trip from Yerevan Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Admire the beautiful Lake Sevan and Parz Lake
02 Marvel at the Haghartsin Monastery complex
03 Explore Dilijan, the spa city
04 Visit the churches on the Sevan peninsula

Sign up for this excursion to explore Dilijan, an important resort town, and marvel at Lake Sevan, the largest water body in Armenia and the Caucasus region. Visit the Haghartsin Monastery, which represents a fantastic harmony of architecture and nature, and witness the awe-inspiring Parz Lake.

Visit the Haghartsin Monastery, which represents a fantastic harmony of architecture and nature, and witness the awe-inspiring Parz Lake.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Sevan, Yerevan, Dilijan

Languages English, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Lake Sevan, Dilijan and Haghartsin Monastery Excursion

Connect with your tour guide, who will pick you up from your hotel to begin the itinerary.
Leave Yerevan and drive north for about one hour to Lake Sevan, one of the highest freshwater lakes in the world, located at an elevation of 2,000 m above sea level.
Visit the two churches on the peninsula and enjoy shore excursions, swimming, and fishing if you wish.
Drive 22 km to reach the lush town of Dilijan, known as the "Armenian Switzerland." Dilijan Old Town is famous for its souvenirs and workshops.
Next, stop at the fairy-tale Haghartsin Monastery, restored just ten years ago.
Afterwards, explore the tiny Parz Lake (Crystal Lake), one of Armenia's famous outdoor facilities. Boating and zip-lining activities are optional.
Finally, return to Yerevan at around 6 pm.