Europe · Armenia
An itinerary through the heart of Armenia, a land with a thousand-year identity rooted in the earliest centuries of Christian history.
An itinerary through the heart of Armenia, a land with a thousand-year identity rooted in the earliest centuries of Christian history. The route weaves through Hellenistic archaeological sites, monasteries nestled in spectacular canyons and high plateaus dominated by the majestic silhouette of Mount Ararat.
This journey explores the country's rich cultural heritage, visiting religious and architectural complexes of extraordinary beauty, such as the Khor Virap monastery and the ruins of Zvartnots. Nature takes centre stage with the scenery of Lake Sevan, one of the largest mountain lakes in the world, and the region of Byurakan.
The programme includes stays in Yerevan with daily excursions coordinated by local Italian-speaking guides. The price includes international flights, transfers, entrance fees to the mentioned sites and meals as specified in the itinerary, with dinners held at the hotel or in local restaurants.
7 days in the programme
Departure on an international flight on your international flight Departure on an international flight on your international flight. Upon arrival in Yerevan, transfer to the hotel for check-in and overnight stay.
The day is dedicated to discovering the Hellenistic fortress of Garni, a defensive complex featuring an imposing 300-metre high wall and 14 towers The day is dedicated to discovering the Hellenistic fortress of Garni, a defensive complex featuring an imposing 300-metre high wall and 14 towers. The journey continues to the Gheghard monastery, an architectural masterpiece located within a deep canyon. Return to Yerevan for the night.
Excursion towards the Ararat region to visit the Khor Virap monastery, the famous site where Saint Gregory the Illuminator was imprisoned, set against the backdrop of legendary Mount Ararat Excursion towards the Ararat region to visit the Khor Virap monastery, the famous site where Saint Gregory the Illuminator was imprisoned, set against the backdrop of legendary Mount Ararat. The trip continues to the Noravank complex before returning to Yerevan.
A full day dedicated to a guided tour of Yerevan, the Armenian capital, exploring its principal cultural and historical landmarks.
Departure for the village of Byurakan, renowned for its astronomical observatory Departure for the village of Byurakan, renowned for its astronomical observatory. On the return journey to the capital, stop to admire the ruins of Zvartnots church, a significant example of medieval religious architecture.
An excursion to the surroundings of Lake Sevan, dramatically situated among the Armenian mountains An excursion to the surroundings of Lake Sevan, dramatically situated among the Armenian mountains. It is one of the largest high-altitude lakes in the world. Following the visits, return to Yerevan.
Transfer to Yerevan airport in good time for your onward flight.
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