Classic Armenia

Overview

Discover the essence of Armenia with the Classic Armenia Tour, a journey through the country’s most iconic cultural, historical, and natural landmarks. Begin in Yerevan, visiting the Matenadaran Museum and the Genocide Museum. Explore the UNESCO-listed Geghard Monastery and the ancient Garni Temple, then head south to Goris, stopping at Khor Virap, Areni Wine Village, and Noravank Monastery.

Continue to Tatev Monastery via the record-breaking Wings of Tatev ropeway and explore the cave dwellings of Khndzoresk. Travel through the scenic Selim Pass, visit a historic Silk Road caravansary, and admire the beauty of Lake Sevan. In Dilijan, stroll through the Old Town, visit Haghartsin Monastery, and unwind by Parz Lake. Return to Yerevan for free time before concluding your unforgettable Armenian adventure.

Classic Armenia Map

Tour Highlights

• Discover Yerevan, a historic capital with a legacy stretching back over 2800 years.
• Jeep driving to visit Geghard Monastery (a UNESCO Site) and Garni gorge (Symphony of Stones).
• Check out the Areni Village for its rich winemaking traditions dating back thousands of years.
• Venturing the Khendzoresk Village. ( An ancient cave dwellings carved into the rugged cliffside)
• Experience The Tatev cable car. (World’s longest non-stop reversible aerial tramway)
• Travel through Selim Pass, a historic mountain crossing along the Silk Road.

Travel Itinerary

Day 1: Yerevan (Arrival)
Arrival to Yerevan Airport and transfer to hotel. Overnight in Yerevan

Day 2: Yerevan
Today will visit some places of interest in capital Yerevan such as Matenadaran Museum (presents old Armenian translations and works of all spheres of medieval science and art, old printed books and a database of roughly 23,000 manuscripts), Genocide Museum (Armenia’s official memorial dedicated to the victims of the Armenian Genocide 1915), Republic Sq.(Central square of the Yerevan city) North Ave., Opera House, Cascade stairway and Vernisaj (the open air exhibition and sales of master pieces of art works). Overnight in Yerevan

• Optional Hospitality Experience:

This afternoon, you will have the opportunity to join a delightful and memorable location where you can join master classes on preparing famous Armenian dishes. You’ll have the chance to taste the meals you’ve prepared, allowing you to explore Armenian cuisine and culture more deeply, and enjoy some quality time with the locals.

Genocide Museum Yerevan

Day 3: Yerevan-Geghard-Garni-Yerevan
Today we will go adventurous with Jeeps! Driving to Garni pagan temple which is the oldest standing building (Greco-Roman architecture) in Armenia built in 1st century.
On the way will stop at famous Charents’s Arch and will enjoy the fascinating view of biblical Ararat mountain and valley.
Continue to Azat reservoir where we will have a coffee stop, light off-road driving to Garni gorge and visiting one of the most amazing natural monuments of Armenia (Symphony of Stones).
After sightseeing we will have lunch. Continue our journey to 13th century Geghard monastery which is partly carved in a rock (listed ad a UNESCO World Heritage site), in the end we will go for another light off-road driving up to Geghama mountains slops to view point of monastery. Overnight in Yerevan

Garni Temple Armenia

Day 4: Yerevan-Khor Virap-Noravank-Areni-Goris
After breakfast drive to Goris. Een route visiting Khor Virap(located against the majestic backdrop of Mount Ararat, this significant religious site holds great cultural and spiritual importance), Areni Village(famous for its historical significance and connection to winemaking traditions that date back millennia), and Noravank(famous for its stunning 13th century architecture which is surrounded by towering red cliffs and rugged terrain . Overnight in Goris

Khor Virap Armenia

Day 5: Goris
Today you will first visit the stunning Tatev Monastery, accessible via the world’s longest reversible cable car, registered in the Guinness Book of Records. Afterwards, continue to the ancient cave town of Khndzoresk, known for its remarkable cave dwellings and suspension bridge. Overnight in Goris

Khendzoresk Village

Day 6: Goris-Selim Pass-Lake Sevan-Dilijan
After breakfast, visit Karahunj, the 7,500-year-old observatory often referred to as the “Armenian Stonehenge,” which is 1,500 years older than its British counterpart. Then drive through Dilijan via Selim Pass and its Caravansary, a historic stop along the Silk Road. On the way to Dilijan, we will also stop to visit Lake Sevan, the largest body of water in Armenia and the Caucasus region, and one of the largest freshwater high-altitude lakes in Eurasia, along with its monasteries. Overnight in Dilijan

Sevan Lake Armenia

Day 7: Dilijan-Yerevan
The day begins with a visit to Haghartsin Monastery, a beautiful 13th-century complex located in the forested mountains near Dilijan. From there, continue to Lake Parz, a serene spot in Dilijan National Park formed by natural climatic changes, “Parz” meaning “clear” in Armenian. The lake offers paddle boats, rope courses, and zip lines. Afterwards, explore the charming Old Town of Dilijan, known for its traditional architecture and artisan workshops. In the afternoon, drive back to Yerevan, where you will have free time to explore the city on your own. Overnight in Yerevan

Parz Lich Dilijan

Day 8: Yerevan (Departure)
Departure according to your flight time.
 

• Group Size: 2-8 PAX

• Extra Payment For Single Room: 180 Euro

• Optional Hospitality Experience: 20 Euro Per Person