Classic Armenia

<div>As you descend over Zvartnots International Airport, our local representative and vehicle will be waiting outside. After the meet and greet, enjoy a comfortable ride to your hotel in Tsaghkadzor. Check in to the hotel and relax in your room, or design your own program for the rest of the day.</div><div>Overnight stay in Tsaghkadzor.</div><div><br></div>

<div>You will be driven to the North-Western part of Armenia. The first stop is Tsaghkadzor city (Valley of flowers) considered to be one of the most popular winter resorts of Armenia. It is one of the places of the mountainous country, where the beauty of the nature appears with its whole variety. Opportunity to go up to the mountain peaks by rope way, where you will catch an unforgettable gorgeous panoramic view of this part of the world .&nbsp;</div><div>The next stop is Lake Sevan that is only 30 minutes’ drive distance from Tsaghkadzor. It is known as a blue gem of the Armenian mountainscape. Lake Sevan is considered&nbsp; to be one of the largest sweet water lakes in the world, situated at an altitide of 1,897 meters above sea level. Climb on peninsula from where the fascinating view on the Lake is open. Visit Sevanavank monastery, built by the princess Mariam to honor the life of her deceased husband in the 9th century.. Afterwards, go to visit Dilijan.&nbsp;</div><div>Dilijan is one of the most important resorts of Armenia, famous for its amazing surroundings, situated in Dilijan National Park. This small city, lost in forests and mountains with alpine meadows around, is home to numerous Armenian artists, composers, and filmmakers. Visit to Haghartsin Monastery (X- XIV centuries). Nestled in forested mountains the Monastery creates a magical impression of the lost world.</div><div>Overnight stay in Yerevan.</div><div><br></div>

<div>During the tour, you will explore several iconic landmarks of Armenia. Your journey begins at Mother Armenia, a towering statue in Victory Park that symbolizes peace through strength. Next, you will visit the Genocide Complex, Armenia’s official memorial to the victims of the Armenian Genocide, located on the hill of Tsitsernakaberd and built in 1967. The tour continues to the Cascade, a massive stairway connecting the downtown Kentron area of Yerevan with the Monument neighborhood. With over 570 steps, the Cascade not only stands as one of the city’s most striking architectural features but also offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Opera House, Swan Lake, and even Mount Ararat on a clear day, along with a rich display of modern art installations. Following this, you will head to Republic Square, renowned for its captivating dancing water fountains near the National Gallery. Finally, for those interested in shopping and local crafts, a stop at Vernissage — a vibrant open-air market — is the perfect way to end the day.</div><div><br></div><div>Explore Armenia’s UNESCO World Heritage–listed treasures on this Garni-Geghard day tour. Visit the iconic Temple of Garni — widely considered the country’s most important symbol of pre-Christian Armenia and admire the classical Hellenistic architecture you find. Enjoy breathtaking views over Mt Ararat on route to the UNESCO–listed monastery complex of Geghard. Within our tour we will be in the valley of Azat river where there are mayn historical and natural monuments. We will go to the Pagan Temple of Garni. The Pagan Temple of Garni is the only non-Christian temple currently standing in ArmeniaThe architectural complex of Garni was Armenia's foremost center of Hellenistic culture and the summer residence of Armenian kings.&nbsp; Drive to the unique caved temple St. Geghard (12th -13th cc.), the name of which means “holy spear” in the honor of the long-preserved spear, the same spear that pierced the body of crucified Christ. At the moment this spear is kept in the museum of Etchmiadzin.&nbsp; Geghard Monastery is included in the UNESCO World Heritage list (2000). Drive back to Yerevan.</div><div>Overnight stay in Yerevan.</div><div><br></div>

<div>We begin the journey by heading to the South from Yerevan – through Ararat Province to Vayots Dzor Province – and will come closer to Ararat's piedmont near Armenian-Turkish border. As we know, the most famous symbol for Armenians – Mount Ararat isn't located on the territory of Republic of Armenia. Nonetheless, Khor Virap offers the best view to admire the mount. And here we will take our first stop.Later we shall visit Noravank meaning “New Monastery” in Armenian. A visit to the winery will give you the opportunity to taste 15 sorts of wine, watch a short-length film about the history of the factory, wine-making in Armenia and its historical background. Afterwards you are welcome to have a walk in the cellars of the factory.</div><div>Overnight stay in Yerevan.</div><div><br></div>

Today, check out and meet our representative with vehicle who will pick you up from the hotel and transfer you to Zvartnots International Airport, ensuring that you will reach right in time to catch your departure flight.