Travel to Nagorno-Karabakh – 7 days

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7 days/6 nights

Small Group (2-13)

Any Date

Half Board

Age: 0+

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635GBP

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The Highlights of the Tour

Discover the beauties of Shushi town Experience authentic rural life of Karabakh See the oldest tree in teh whole CIS Taste the famous zhengyalov hats national dish of Karabakh prepared of extremely tasty local herbs Enjoy the view of Biblical Mount Ararat

Karabakh - Zhengyalov Hats - Mount Ararat

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ITINERARY

Introduction

Tours to Nagorno-Karabakh will acquaint you with hospitable people and a cozy atmosphere of this ancient Armenian region. You will enjoy the most famous sights, the delicious local cuisine, exotic and ancient culture. Explore Nagorno-Karabakh with our saturated 7-day Tour to Nagorno-Karabakh. Meet hospitable people, visit famous sights and taste delicious local dishes.

Day 1 - Transfer to Yerevan

The sights of Yerevan

Arrival. Meeting at the airport, transfer to Yerevan and check-in at the hotel.

Overnight: hotel in Yerevan

Day 2 - Yerevan - Khor Virap - Areni - Tatev - Goris

Khor Virap - Areni - Tatev

The day will start with a trip to the South of Armenia to Khor Virap monastery - a historic site located amidst the Ararat Valley. Nowhere else the Biblical Ararat has such a magnificent view. Vayots Dzor region of Armenia is famous for its unique Areni grapes sort hence where Areni wines are derived from. Here you will stop at a local winery for tasting some of locally produced, exquisite wines. After the tour, you will head to Halidzor village, from where you’ll take the world’s longest aerial tramway (5,7 km) “Wings of Tatev” which stretches over the Vorotan River gorge to the monastery of Tatev. Besides possessing a unique beauty, in the Middle Ages Tatev was the great center for education and science, as the most famous Armenian medieval university was located here. In the evening you will be in Goris – the town of red roofs and green gardens.

Overnight: hotel in Goris

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3 - Goris - Khndzoresk - Nagorno Karabakh - Shushi - Jdrduz canyon - Stepanakert - Shushi

Karabakh - Stepanakert

This day you will continue to explore Syunik region. The tour will start with a trip to the 19th century Khndzoresk cave town. The hanging bridge heading to picturesque rock formations and gently inviting nature makes this place one of Armenia’s most popular sites. Sometime later will start an amazing trip to Nagorno Karabakh (Artsakh) - the region of Armenia unique by its nature and beauty. Here you will stop in the heroic town of Shushi that used to be the administrative, cultural, political and religious center of the whole Karabakh. In Shushi, you will visit the city museum and the picturesque canyon of Jdrduz. Next you will head to the capital of Artsakh - Stepanakert - a nice city with friendly people and a cozy atmosphere. Return to Shushi.

Overnight: hotel in Shushi

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4 - Skhtorashen Village - Amaras Monastery - Shushi

Skhtorashen - Amaras - Shushi

The day will start with a trip to Skhtorashen village to see the Skhtorashen sycamore (Tnjri) - the most ancient and the highest tree in the region. The height of the giant tree of the age of 2028 is more than 54 meters. The way will continue to the early medieval Amaras Monastery where the first Armenian school was founded in the 5th century by Mesrop Mashtots - the creator of the Armenian alphabet. Return to Shushi.

Overnight: hotel in Shushi

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5 - Gandzasar Monastery - Dadivank - Sevan - Yerevan

Gandzasar - Dadivank - Sevan

This day you will have a trip to the monastery of 13th century - Gandzasar (“The Treasure Mountain” in Armenian’). Gandzasar is one of the masterpieces of Armenian medieval architecture and really surprises by its splendor. From here opens a magnificent view to the Khachen river valley. Next you will have a trip to Dadivank Monastery is surrounded by fantastic nature. The legend says that the first monastery chapel of the 1st century that stays even today was built on the grave of Dadi - the apprentice of Thaddeus apostle. The day will end with a trip to Lake Sevan, the “Blue Pearl of Armenia” and one of the highest freshwater lakes in the world located at 1900 meters above the sea level.

Overnight: hotel in Yerevan

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 6 - Free day in Yerevan

Sightseeing of Yerevan

Free time in Yerevan, when you can visit the numerous museums (Matenadaran, History museum, Sergey Parajanov’s museum) souvenir shops or local food market of the capital. If the day is week-end, you can also visit Vernissage open market to buy national souvenirs and hand-made crafts.

Overnight: hotel in Yerevan

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 7 - Departure

Transfer to the airport, according to your flight time. Departure

INCLUSIONS/EXCLUSIONS

The tour price includes

Airport transfers
Accommodation in DBL/TWN room at 3* hotels (6 nights)
Breakfasts and 4 lunches
Transportation services with comfortable air conditioned vehicles
English speaking guide-driver service for all days
All admission fees
Wine degustation in Areni
The fee of the cable car “Wings of Tatev”
Nagorno-Karabakh Republic Visa fee
1 bottle (0,5 litre) of water per day per person
Local SIM card

The tour price doesn't include

Flights
Medical insurance
Visa Fee
Alcohol drinks

REVIEWS

Tala Nabulsi_May 2017

The trip was wonderful and very well organized but made even better because of the amazing tour guide we had Rima Armenian and wonderful driver Artium.

Never imagined Armenia is so beautiful, the culture is so inspiring, the food wonderful and the people so down to earth.

I am definitely coming back soon.

Morten Kvam_Oct 2016

Thank's to efficient organization and the flexibility of Arara Armenia Travel we had a great holiday in Armenia during the first days of October. great advice on how to organize some intense days in the best possible way, and great restaurants, especially for dinner.

Ewa James 06.08.2018

Hello,

We are really pleased with the trip. I do include here the service you provided organising everything for us as well as a very knowledgeable and professional guide/driver. Avet was really great and knew how to show us the sites in their best, avoiding crowds and getting the best light of the day.

Your communication to me was very responsive and accommodating. I’d rate it as high as any good service I’d expect to receive in the U.K.

We were taken by surprise with generosity and quality of food (and wine:).

I’d definitely use your service again if I am lucky to return to Armenia in the future.

Kind regards

ACCOMMODATION

Cascade Hotel

Avan Shushi Plaza Hotel

Silachi Hotel

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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:

Credit/debit cards, cash (cards can be used in city, cash in regions), moneybelt, laptop/tablet/phone, chargers, camera with extra memory cards and batteries, outlet adapter

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 evening, sandals, umbrella, sun protection, sun glasses, sunhat

Winter:

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

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

WHY BOOK WITH ARARA

CENTRAL LOCATED HOTELS

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

GUIDES WITH 5+ YEAR EXPERIENCE

We work only with professional guides and guides who have experience in tourism for more than 5 years

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

3000+ SATISFIED CLIENTS PER YEAR

Every year we get a great number of positive feedback from our clients

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GUARANTEED TOUR DATES

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Sunday May 26, 2019 from Yerevan	7 days	Saturday Jun 1, 2019 to Yerevan	688 GBP	13 Spaces left	Book now
Sunday Jun 16, 2019 from Yerevan	7 days	Saturday Jun 22, 2019 to Yerevan	688 GBP	13 Spaces left	Book now
Sunday Jul 28, 2019 from Yerevan	7 days	Saturday Aug 3, 2019 to Yerevan	688 GBP	13 Spaces left	Book now
Wednesday Sep 4, 2019 from Yerevan	7 days	Tuesday Sep 10, 2019 to Yerevan	688 GBP	13 Spaces left	Book now
Wednesday Sep 25, 2019 from Yerevan	7 days	Tuesday Oct 1, 2019 to Yerevan	688 GBP	13 Spaces left	Book now
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