May holidays in Armenia!

Armenia is one of the oldest countries on our planet. It is also the world’s first Christian state. Armenia is a picturesque and romantic country in the northeastern part of the Armenian Highlands with a number of natural and man-made attractions.

May in Armenia is one of the most beautiful months when nature awakens and everything around blooms and smells. We invite you to spend your vacation in Armenia.

Tour 7 days/6 nights.

1 day

Arrival at Zvartnots International Airport. Meeting at the airport. Transfer to a hotel in Yerevan. Sightseeing tour of Yerevan, the ancient capital of Armenia, which is 29 years older than Rome. Tour route: - Monument Mother Armenia - from where a beautiful view of the whole city opens, - architectural complex "Cascade", - Museum of Contemporary Art named after Gafeschyan, - Opera House, - Northern Avenue, - modern building, - Republic Square. - Hotel transfer.

2 days

Yerevan-Echmiadzin-Zvartnots-Yerevan

In the morning after breakfast we go to the Holy City of Echmiadzin, the spiritual and administrative center of the Armenian Apostolic Church. Visit to the Cathedral (4 c). You will also see the monasteries of Gayane (630) and Hripsime (618). On the way back you will see the ruins of the Vigilant Forces of Zvartnots (7 c.). It is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Visit with tasting cognac factory "Ararat" or "Noy" Transfer to the hotel.

3 days

Yerevan-Khor-Virap-Areni-Noravank-Tatev.

Early in the morning departure to Khor-Virap monastery-fortress is located on a hill, which offers a majestic view of the biblical Mount Ararat. In ancient times there was the historical city of Artashat, one of the ancient capitals of Armenia. Khor-Virap is one of the shrines of the Armenian Apostolic Church and a place of pilgrimage. The next attraction is the Noravank monastery. Translated from Armenian means "new monastery". It was built in the 13th century among the beautiful red rocks. Noravank Monastery is known for its two-storey church of St. Astvatsatsin.

Narrow stone steps on the facade of the church lead to the second floor of the church. Medieval Armenian architects and sculptors showed all their skill and talent in decorating the walls of the church of St. Astvatsatsin. Being high above the gorge, where the monastery is located, you will feel in heaven, as if extending a hand, you can touch the sky. The next point of our excursion day is wine tasting in the village of Areni. On the same day, we go to the cable car to cross to the Tatev monastery.

The Tatever cable car is the longest road in the world, 5,752 meters. Inscribed in the Guinness record. Driving over the gorge, you will feel like a bird, and below - breathtaking beauty. The cable car offers an exciting journey. All this really makes Tatev Monastery a world-class tourist destination. After 15 minutes of flight over the fabulous gorge, we will find ourselves at the Tatev monastery.

A powerful and impregnable fortress stands Tatev Monastery on a cliff that breaks into the gorge of the Vorotan River. The Tatev Ensemble fills the magnificent landscape around it and makes it more picturesque. The architectural and artistic center of the ensemble, visible from afar, residential and office premises, are located in one row and stand out on multifaceted rock foundations, thus giving the fortified monastery its original appearance. After inspection of the Tatev Monastery - accommodation in the village of Tatev in a private house (with breakfast) overnight. 4 days

Tatev-Hndzoresk-Jermuk-Sevan

In the morning after breakfast you will visit the bell tower, the damn bridge, the old abandoned cave town of Khndzoresk, where you will see 3,500 caves and a swaying bridge. Our journey continues to the resort town of Jermuk. The resort is surrounded on all sides by picturesque mountain ranges with lush forest cover. Jermuk is rich in unique fresh and mineral springs. Among them, thermo-mineral waters deserve special attention, which with their physical and chemical parameters are not inferior to similar sources in Karlovy Vary and Zheleznovodsk.

This underground geyser water is used for both drinking and bathing. It is useful for the treatment of various diseases. And you will also see the Mermaid waterfall guide you will tell about its legend. Overnight at the hotel (with breakfast).

5 days

Sevan - Dilijan

In the morning after breakfast you will visit the blue pearl of Armenia - Lake Sevan and Armenian Switzerland - Dilijan. You will visit the Sevanavank Monastery on the peninsula, as well as you will taste delicious fish from Lake Sevan itself and see the old quarter of Dilijan and the Agartsin Monastery Complex, which is hidden among the Dilijan National Park. Goshavank Monastery is located in the dense oak forests of the picturesque Dilijan district in the village of Gosh. Goshavank was once one of the main medieval universities with a repository of books. In addition to being an educational institution, the manuscript was created and copied here. Overnight in Dilijan at the hotel (with breakfast).

6 days

Dilijan-Garni-Gegard-Yerevan

In the morning after breakfast there is a tour of historical places of Armenia - Garni and Geghard. Garni is the former residence of Armenian kings. Garni Temple is the only preserved monument on the territory of Armenia belonging to the era of paganism. It is believed to have been dedicated to the pagan sun god. You will also see the symphony of rocks. Breathe the clean air of the mountains of Armenia and look around – the indescribable beauty of majestic nature! A trip to the monastery complex Geghard. The monastery was founded in the 4th century on the site of a sacred spring originating in a cave. Therefore, it was originally called Ayrivank, which means "cave monastery". According to legend, the founder of the monastery was St. Gregory the Illuminator. The monastery complex is included in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage. Part of the temples of the monastery complex are completely carved inside the rocks. On the territory of the monastery complex there are numerous khachkars carved on stone walls and free-standing. Return to Yerevan. Overnight in Yerevan.

7 days

Yerevan-market-vernissage-airport.

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