14 Days Armenia Leisure Exploration

14 days/13 nights
Small Group (2-13)
Any Date
Breakfast
Age: 0+
Price:
2,957AUD
3,185AUD

The Highlights of the Tour

Enjoy the breathtaking views of Halidzor canyon on your way to Tatev Monastery by the world’s longest Ropeway Admire the old part of Gyumri and old dwellings of ancient Armenians in Khndzoresk Discover one of the oldest cuisines in the world, by having master classes of Armenian flat bread called lavash and cheese tasting Stroll around one of the oldest cities in the world Yerevan, enjoy its hospitality and experience it's unique architecture
Tatev - Karahunj - gata - Yerevan

ITINERARY

Introduction

By choosing this two week Armenia leisure exploration tour, you’ll have the opportunity to discover hidden parts of Armenia through its ancient monasteries, architecture and hospitable people . You will reach Tatev University Monastery by the longest cable car in the world, see dwellings where Armenians used to live a long time ago, visit the city of Art and Craft Gyumri and experience it's old constructed buildings. Bake Armenian bread called Lavash and taste homemade cheese with brandy and wine aromas. You will be introduced to the largest institute museum of Armenian ancient and medieval manuscripts. Admire ancient sights listed in UNESCO World Heritage site.

Day 1 - Arrival in Yerevan

Day 2 - Yerevan City Tour - Echmiadzin - Zvartnots

Day 3 - Geghard - Garni - Yerevan

Garni - Geghard
This day you will have a 1-hour drive to the Canyon of Azat River. Our destination is Geghard Monastery. This unique monastery is carved into nearby rocks and the surrounding cliffs compose a great part of it. In 2000 it became a UNESCO heritage site. The trip will proceed to Garni village well known for its Garni temple – the only surviving example of Hellenistic architecture in the region. This is the only Greco-Roman style temple with 24 ionic columns both in Armenia and on the territory of the former USSR. A disastrous 1679 earthquake destroyed the temple. It was reconstructed in 20th century. Here you will also have a master class on baking Armenia bread national bread lavash and then head to Genocide Memorial Complex – a solemn reminder of the first genocide of the 20th century.
Overnight: Hotel in Yerevan
Tour duration: 7 hours
Meals: Breakfast
Drive: 75 km / 46 mi / 1 hr

Day 4 - Khor Virap - Areni - Noravank - Jermuk

Day 5 - Karahunj - Tatev - Khndzoresk - Jermuk

Day 6 - Selim Pass - Noraduz - Lake Sevan

Day 7 - Sevanavank - Haghartsin - Goshavank - Dilijan

Day 8 - Dilijan - Haghpat - Sanahin

Day 9 - Stepanavan - Harichavank - Gyumri

Day 10 - Gyumri City Tour

Day 11 - Saghmosavank - Karmravor - Amberd - Yerevan

Day 12 - Yerevan City Tour

Day 13 - Free Day

Day 14 - Departure

INCLUSIONS/EXCLUSIONS

The tour price includes

  • Airport transfers
  • Accommodation for 13 nights at 3* European class hotels (free Wi-Fi, double/twin rooms)
  • Breakfast and welcome dinner
  • All transfers in air-conditioned vehicles (vaccinated drivers)
  • English speaking guide service for all days (vaccinated guides)
  • All admission fees
  • 3 bottles (0,5 litre) of water per day per person
  • 24-hour office support in Armenia
  • Tatev cable car ticket
  • Lavash masterclass
  • Wine tasting in Areni
  • Ararat Brandy tasting
  • Cheese tasting at Mikaelyan’s Family Farm

The tour price doesn't include

  • Flights (available upon request)
  • Medical insurance
  • Visa fee
  • 3* Single supplement 431 AUD
  • 4* upgrade p/p (dbl/twin room)382 AUD

GUARANTEED TOUR DATES

Start End Price Space left
Private tour

Any date

from Yerevan
14
days
Individual

Apr 30, 2020

to Yerevan

3,185 AUD

2+

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Friday

Jun 14, 2024

from Yerevan
14
days
Thursday

Jun 27, 2024

to Yerevan

2,957 AUD

11

Spaces left
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Friday

Aug 23, 2024

from Yerevan
14
days
Thursday

Sep 5, 2024

to Yerevan

2,957 AUD

13

Spaces left
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Friday

Sep 6, 2024

from Yerevan
14
days
Thursday

Sep 19, 2024

to Yerevan

2,957 AUD

13

Spaces left
Book now
Private tour

Any date

from Yerevan
14
days
Individual

Apr 30, 2020

to Yerevan
Space left

2+

3,185 AUD

Friday

Jun 14, 2024

from Yerevan
14
days
Thursday

Jun 27, 2024

to Yerevan
Space left

11

2,957 AUD

Friday

Aug 23, 2024

from Yerevan
14
days
Thursday

Sep 5, 2024

to Yerevan
Space left

13

2,957 AUD

Friday

Sep 6, 2024

from Yerevan
14
days
Thursday

Sep 19, 2024

to Yerevan
Space left

13

2,957 AUD

TRIP REVIEWS (14)

Jacob Briggs

Hello Lilit,
We had a blast in Armenia. What a country, thanks for arranging this tour for us. Years ago, I visited Georgia and I loved it. While I was there I found out about the neighboring country, Armenia. I can say with complete certainty that this country is worth visiting. It boasts beautiful nature, a hospitable nation, and amazing food. Special shout out to our tour guide Arthur, he was excellent.

10.06.2024
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Anthony and Stella Tan

My wife and I are from Australia and we decided to visit Armenia after watching a documentary about this beautiful but underrated country. It goes without saying that Arara Tours was able to meet our expectations and requirements about modifying the tour since we wanted to go to some sights that were not included in the program. The winetasting and the cheese tasting were the highlights of the tour. We recommend this tour to our friends here and some of them are eager to go next year. Thank you Arara for this wonderful journey.

10.06.2024
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Jody Spencer

I am an Armenian from Canada and always wanted to visit the country of my ancestors. I am really impressed with Arara Tours and would absolutely recommend this company for their outstanding service. The only thing that bothered me was the rainy weather, but everything was well organized. I really liked my guide Vardan who was very knowledgeable and passionate about his job. The hotels were nice and the service was also really good. Thank you so much to the Arara Team!

09.06.2024
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WHY BOOK WITH ARARA

OWN AGENCY IN ARMENIA AND GEORGIA

With agencies operating in Georgia, we are able to provide clients with the best price and quality services.

CENTRAL LOCATED HOTELS

We choose only the best hotels located in the city center close to the main sights.

GUIDES WITH 8+ YEAR EXPERIENCE

We work only with professional guides and guides who have experience in tourism for more than 8 years. All our guides are fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

THE BEST PRICE IN THE MARKET FOR HIGH-QUALITY SERVICE

With Arara you book at first hand from a qualified local Armenian agency. Avoid surcharges applied by intermediaries and save money!

LICENSED AIR CONDITIONED TRANSPORT

We provide our tourists with comfortable air-conditioned transport. All our drivers are fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

Travelers on the tour mostly from the USA, UK, Australia and Canada

We host over 3,000+ tourists per year. Our clients are mostly from the USA, UK, Australia and Canada. Average age of our travelers is from 45 to 80. Our groups consist of travelers from all genders. There are solo travelers in most of our groups.

TRIP ACCOMMODATION

Ani Central Inn Hotel (Yerevan)

B&B Guest House Armenia (Dilijan)

Tomu’s (Gyumri)

Verona (Jermuk)

Lavash (Chkalovka)

Ani Plaza (Yerevan)

Tufenkian Old Dilijan Complex (Dilijan)

PACKING CHECKLIST

Documents:

Passport, flight ticket (printed or electronic), insurance, visa (if required)

First aid kit:

bandaids/plasters, special medicine or drugs in permanent use, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, lip balm

Essentials:

Moneybelt, laptop/tablet/phone, chargers, a camera with extra memory cards and batteries, outlet adapter

Credit cards and cash:

Credit cards can be used in all capital/big cities at hotels, restaurants, shopping malls, supermarkets, etc. EUR, USD and GBP can be exchanged into the local currency at exchange places and banks.

Dressing:

There are no restrictions regarding clothes; scarf or shawl is advisable for churches (obligatory in Georgia for women)

Spring/Autumn:

long pants/jeans, long sleeve blouses, light raincoat, jacket, comfortable waterproof shoes, umbrella

Summer:

T-shirts, shorts, long sleeve blouses for the evening, sandals, umbrella, sun protection, sunglasses, sunhat

Winter:

A warm coat, warm wool sweater, long warm trousers, long boots (waterproof), scarf, gloves

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