Day 1 Arrival Yerevan, Transfer to Tsaghkadzor
Depart from your country and start a nice journey to Caucasus Region. Our guide will meet you at the airport and transfer to Tsaghkadzor hotel, check – in. Free time to relax
Overnight: Tsaghkadzor
Meals:(B/-/-)
Day 2 Tsaghkadzor-Lake Sevan-Tsaghkadzor 11am-2pm
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 . Moving on, pay a visit to the Kecharis monastery . Dating back to the 11th century, the monastery includes four churches and ruins of the mausoleum of Grigorius Pahlavuni.
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 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. Sevanavank is also home to one of the most beautiful Amenaprkich (all savior) Khachkars of Armenia. This is one of the 13 rarest crosstones depicting Jesus.
Overnight: Tsaghkadzor
Meals:(B/-/-)
Day 3 Tsaghkadzor- Garni- Geghard- Charents Arch- Yerevan 10am-3pm
Within our tour we will be in the valley of Azat river where there are many 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. 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.Geghard Monastery is included in the UNESCO World Heritage list (2000). Drive back to Yerevan.
Overnight: Yerevan
Meals:(B/-/-)
Day 4 Yerevan City Tour 10am-3pm
A variety of options await to be explored during your Yerevan city tour. The tour begins with a visit to Mother Armenia, a statue which was constructed to replace a monumental statue of Joseph Stalin. Visit Tsitsernakaber and shopping at Dalma Garden Mall.
Thereafter, you will head to the Cascade, a giant stairway in the capital city which links downtown Kentron area of Yerevan with the Monument neighbourhood. The stairs afford walkers unobstructed views of central Yerevan and Mount Ararat. From the Cascade, you will be heading to the Opera House. A visit to the Republic Square awaits you next. The Square is famous for the dancing water fountains located at the north-eastern end along the National Gallery. The buildings around the Square are made of rose and white Armenian tufa stones and provide a great insight into the architectural heritage of Armenia.
If you are looking for some shopping during your holiday to Armenia, Vernissage (open only on week-ends) is the place to be. Hundreds of vendors selling a variety of crafts and souvenirs will leave you spoilt for choice. Woodcarving items, antiques, and wool carpets can also be bought from here.
All in all, an enjoyable and exhilarating experience awaits you in Armenia – a highly exuberant and endearing country.
Overnight: Yerevan
Meals:(B/-/-)
Day 5 Departure
Early Morning you will be picked up for departure transfer to the airport for flight way back home.
Meals: (B/-/-)
Inclusions
- 2 way flight tickets with Air Arabia (20kg baggage included)
- 02 nights’ accommodation at 4* hotel in Tsaghkadzor
- 02 nights’ accommodation at 4* hotel in Yerevan
- Daily Buffet Breakfast at hotel
- 2 way Airport Transfers on private basis
- Meet & Greet at Airport by our Local Representative
- Tours on private basis with English speaking driver
- Intercity transfers
- Yerevan city tour
- Tsaghkadzor Lake Sevan tour
- Garni Geghard tour
Other hotel categories are available upon request!
Exclusions
- Public Holidays period is excluded
- All personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals
- Portages at hotels, airport & sea ports
- Anything not mentioned in the price inclusions
- Professional guide service
- Any meal or prebooked seat in flight
- Airport transfers in UAE
- Entrance fees
- Ealry check-in/check-out
Note! The first and the last days are subject to changes according to the flight.