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This tour encompasses all the highlights of the colorful country, Armenia. Armenia stands out for its unique culture that attracts travelers from all over world. It has a lot to offer from historical sights, treasures and rich nature to hospitable people and authentic cuisine. You'll visit the one of the ancient cities Yerevan which will celebrate its 2800 anniversary of the foundation this year.
Arrival in Zvartnots International Airport. Transfer from airport to the hotel with no guide. After check in and rest at the hotel proceed to explore the vibrant capital of Armenia, Yerevan (with your English-speaking guide). We will start our tour from the Republic Square, the magnum opus of architect Alexander Tamanian. Continue to Cascade Complex, an open-air museum of modern art. The complex links the downtown with the residential area with massive stairways leading up to the Victory Park providing a fantastic overlook to the entire downtown from above. The monument to Mother Armenia is standing tall in the park carefully guarding the city from above. Next, we are in the Opera House, a remarkable example of urban architecture and a lively hub of the city. Freedom Square is just behind it, surrounded by parks and outdoor cafes which are a favorite spot to spend Yerevan evenings. Read more
After breakfast prepare for a trip to a picturesque spa town and a ski resort nestled in grandiose mountains known as Tsahgkadzor, literally meaning valley of flowers in Armenian. Take the ropeway and enjoy the nature. Departure to Lake Sevan, the emerald of Armenia and the second largest alpine lake in the world. Visit Sevanavank monastic complex. The monastery of Sevanavank was founded in 874 by Princess Mariam, after the artificial draining of Lake Sevan, which started in the era of Joseph Stalin, the water level fell about 20 meters, and the island transformed into a peninsula. Drive back to Yerevan. Read more
After the breakfast depart to Garni village and visit Garni Temple. It was built in the first century A.D. by the Armenian King Tiridates and is dedicated to a heathen god, probably to Mithra, the god of the sun whose figure stood in the depth of the sanctuary. Northeast of Garni, higher up the gorge of the Azat River, there is a magnificent monument of medieval Armenian architecture - Geghard monastery, inscribed in UNESCO World Heritage list. Geghard is another incredible ancient Armenian monastery, partly carved out of a mountain. Drive back to Yerevan. Read more
Check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport with no guide.
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