Guaranteed Departure Armenia – 5 days / 4 nights

Arrival at Zvartnoc International airport. Transfer to the hotel. We will start the tour with the capital of Armenia: Yerevan. For ages this city has been known as a “pink city” because of the color of the stone it has been built with. Experience the enchanting charm of Yerevan as the sun sets with our City Tour. Discover the Armenian capital’s vibrant nightlife, illuminated landmarks, and bustling streets, all while a knowledgeable guide shares fascinating insight into the city’s history and culture. From the iconic Republic Square to the Cascade complex
and lively cafes, this tour offers a captivating glimpse of Yerevan’s after-dark allure. Enjoy the perfect blend of history,
architecture, and contemporary urban life in this dynamic and welcoming city

Breakfast. We will drive to Lake Sevan which is one of the largest lakes in the world. It stands out with its sweet and astonishingly blue
water. Here we can enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the beautiful lake. Then we will visit Sevanavank Monastery which is
situated on Sevan Peninsula. There are 2 monasteries actually; one of them is destroyed but the other stands still. They
have been built in the Middle Ages, around 10th century.

Take trip to Khor Virap Monastery (4-18th cc.). This monastery is very prominent because of its history; Gregory the
Illuminator, who introduced Christianity to Armenia, has been imprisoned there about 13 years as at that time there was a
prison in the place of the monastery. Here we can enjoy the spectacular view of the sacred Ararat Mountain – an immortal
symbol of Armenia. We will continue our tour to Noravank – a monastery of XII century situated among amazing sheer rocks on the bench of a twisty gorge. This is the only monastery where we may find a unique sculpture of Father God. On our way back we will visit village Areni which is considered to be an important center of wine production industry. You are welcome to taste local wines.

Breakfast at the hotel.
Take trip to Garni. This Pagan Temple was built in the 1st century AD. It is the only temple that has been preserves from
the Pagan times in Armenia. It was devoted to the god Mihr, who was the god of cleanness. In 1679 it was destroyed by
earthquake. In the 1975 the Temple was restored. Then we will continue our trip to Geghard Monastery. Its name came from the legendary lance that was used to pierce the body of Christ. It has been kept here for centuries. Though the exact foundation of the monastery is unknown, the present complex was built in the mid – 13th century. Drive to the Symphony of Stones, located near the village of Garni, not far from the ancient Garni Temple. It is a stunning basalt rock formation that has been shaped by nature over centuries. The rocks in the gorge have taken on various columnar shapes, resembling a natural orchestra of standing stones, which has led to the name “Symphony of Stones”.

Breakfast at the hotel. We will start the excursion to centuries-old monuments Ejmiatsin and Zvartnots. These sites are listed on UNESCO WorldHeritage list. The Cathedral of Ejmiatsin, founded in 303, is the official residence of the Catholics of Armenia. Echmiadzin is a sacred place for Armenian people and a spiritual heart of Armenian Apostolic Church. We’ll continue the trip to Zvartnots Temple, which was built on 7th century by Nerses Builder. Currently there are only ruins of Zvartnots, but which has not lost its mystery over the years. Departure from Zvartnots International Airport