Armenia
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Day One: Hello Armenia
Upon arrival into Yerevan, you’ll be taken to your hotel by private transfer. Spend the rest of the day soaking up the atmosphere of the lively Armenian capital, which is especially charming on summer nights, when the wide promenades welcome flower-sellers, restaurant terraces and locals on their regular walks.
Overnight in Yerevan
We offer a variety of hotel classes to suit different budgets. You can choose the style that’s right for you.
Select from Classic, Premium or Deluxe when booking, and click hotel name below for more details.
Classic - Ani Central Inn
Premium - BW Congress Hotel Yerevan
Deluxe - Golden Tulip Hotel Yerevan
Meals included: None
Day Two: Yerevan and beyond
One of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities with centuries of fascinating history, the lively Armenian capital begs to be explored. After breakfast, you’ll meet your private guide to tackle its highlights and secret corners – from the geometric parks of the Cascade Stairs to grand Republic Square. Afterwards, take a 40-minute drive into the Kotayk province, a vast sprawl of ancient monuments, arid plains and snowy mountains. Here, you’ll visit the medieval Geghard Monastery, a UNESCO Heritage site of church and rock tombs hidden in the mountains, as well as the Temple of Garni, the only pagan temple left in the region, built in 77AD. As a spine-tingling optional extra, we can arrange tickets for a short concert of medieval Armenian music in the Geghard Monastery – a hauntingly beautiful experience that we thoroughly recommend (for related costs, see the Extras Tab). You’ll also explore the stunning natural beauty of the area, scattered with deep gorges, canyons and caves that once served as shelter for hermits. Stop off at viewpoints near the Azat River to admire incredible views, then venture off-road to discover the “Symphony of stones”, 50m-high basalt columns that cling to rock faces and are thought to have been formed during the cooling of volcanic lava. Finish your day with a tasting of homemade local vodkas and lavash (Armenian bread), accompanied by an evocative recital of traditional musical on the Armenian Duduk (a mesmerising kind of flute).
Overnight in Yerevan
Classic - Ani Central Inn
Premium - BW Congress Hotel Yerevan
Deluxe - Golden Tulip Hotel Yerevan
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day Three: Lake country
After breakfast, make the journey to Lake Sevan. Known as the blue-eyed pearl and 1,900m above sea level, this Alpine expanse is the second largest freshwater lake in the world. Cruise its waters, passing wild-flower packed hills, market-backed beaches and little resort towns, then continue to Dilijan, a resort town known as ‘Little Switzerland’ thanks to its abundant greenery. Enjoy lunch here before heading to peaceful Lake Parz, where you can enjoy birdsong and fresh air before zip-lining along an 800m-long wire, 300 metres above the breathtaking Khachagh Byur Gorge. Afterwards, you’ll spend the night in Dilijan.
Overnight in Dilijan
Classic, Premium & Deluxe - BW Plus Paradise Hotel Dilijan
*Due to the limited availability of accommodation in Dilijan we are restricted to offering one hotel of a 4 star standard for this overnight*
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day Four: Wine and dine
Take breakfast at the hotel before heading to Armenia’s third largest city, Vanadzor, once home to several Soviet chemical plants. From here, you’ll continue on to the vineyards of the Armas winery, set in some of Armenia’s most beautiful countryside. Founded in 2007, when Armenak Aslanian returned to his home country to continue the family tradition of wine-making, the winery has won awards for its rosés and semi-sweet and dry white wines, which you’ll get to taste alongside a gourmet lunch, after a tour of the vineyards. After your return to Yerevan, your evening is free to explore the city: Yerevan is small and walkable, and evening promenades are a tradition. Take to the wide, tree-lined streets to search out terrace restaurants and lounges or do a spot of shopping.
Overnight in Yerevan
Classic - Ani Central Inn
Premium - BW Congress Hotel Yerevan
Deluxe - Golden Tulip Hotel Yerevan
Meals included: Breakfast , Lunch
Day Five: Goodbye Armenia
Spend any spare time wandering the markets and taking in your final views of Yerevan, before your private transfer back to the airport.
Meals included: Breakfast
Meals included: 4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches
What's included:
- Private English-speaking guides unless stated otherwise
- Private transfers and internal flights unless stated otherwise
- Meals as listed
- Mandatory taxes and service fees
- Entrance tickets and permits unless stated otherwise
What's not included:
- International flights to/from experience:
call 0208 251 0425 for AX specially negotiated flight rates - Tips for guides, drivers, hotel and restaurant staff
- Any visa, customs, airport taxes or similar charges before or after the holiday
- We cannot guarantee the included hotel breakfast for early departures
- Drinks during meals unless stated otherwise
- Personal expenses, such as laundry
- Optional Extras
SUITABILITY FOR FAMILIES : Not suitable for infants or children.
If you intend to travel solo, contact us on 0208 251 0425
GETTING THERE
There are currently no direct flights from London to Yerevan. Flights via Tbilisi cost around £400 and take around seven hours.
Experience start point: Yerevan
End point: Yerevan
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