1 Day: Meeting at the airport. Transfer to the hotel.
Meeting at the airport.
Transfer to the hotel.
Free time.
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2 Day: Yerevan city-tour-Tsitsnernakaberd-Matenadaran
Breakfast
Yerevan is not only one of the oldest cities in the world — it is a modern, young and very beautiful city. Our tour starts from the Republic square-the heart of the city, then the station square, where a monument to the hero of the Armenian epic David Sasunsky is installed. We will visit the Cathedral of Gregory the Illuminator, built in 2001 to mark the 1700th anniversary of the adoption of Christianity by Armenia. After that, we will drive along the Ring Boulevard, see the Cascade art center, see Mashtots Avenue named after the Creator of the Armenian alphabet, and see the Opera and ballet Theater building created by the city’s brilliant first architect Alexander Tamanyan. In conclusion, we will go up to the observation deck of Victory Park, where the sculpture of the Mother of Armenia towers over the city. From here, you can see the whole of Yerevan at a glance.
The Tsitsernakaberd memorial complex, built in Yerevan in 1967, is dedicated to the memory of 1.5 million Armenians who died during the first genocide of the 20th century at the hands of the Turkish government, and has become a place of pilgrimage and an integral part of the architecture of Yerevan. The complex covers an area of 4,500 square meters and consists of three main elements: the wall of memory, the sanctuary with Eternal fire and the “Rebirth of Armenia” stele.
Matenadaran – the world’s largest repository of ancient manuscripts-rises above Mesrop Mashtots Avenue in the center of Yerevan. It was created on the basis of the collection of manuscripts of the Etchmiadzin monastery that was nationalized in 1920. The chronological sequence of placement of the exhibits represents the national written culture, starting from the epoch of the emergence of writing up to the XIX century.
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3 Day: Echmiadzin-Zvartnots
Breakfast
Etchmiadzin is the spiritual center of Armenia. In the center is the Cathedral, built in the first years of the IV century on the place where, according to legend, Christ appeared to Gregory the Illuminator. In memory of this event, the Cathedral was named Echmiadzin — lit.: “the only begotten descended”. Of particular interest are the relics stored in Etchmiadzin: a piece of the cross on which Christ was crucified, and a fragment of Noah’s Ark.
The Cathedral is the oldest Christian Church.  It was built in 303, shortly after the introduction of Christianity as the state religion in Armenia.
Church of Saint Hripsime was built in 618 and is a masterpiece of early Christian architecture. It is a slender and majestic structure, beautiful in its simplicity. In the rectangular base of the temple, four semicircular niches form a cross. Under the altar is the crypt where, according to legend, Hripsime was buried.
Church of Saint Gayane was built in 630 on the site of a fourth-century chapel and is still one of the best monuments of Armenian architecture. This is a slim, concise and strict building.
Church Shogakat was built in 1694 on the site of a fourth-century chapel. It is notable for its peculiar architecture, known as the”dome hall”.
Zvartnots temple – the most striking monument of medieval Armenian architecture-built in the VII century. Unfortunately, Zvartnots has reached our days only in ruins, completely destroyed by a powerful earthquake in the X century. But even the ruins of this temple give us an idea of its rare and majestic beauty.
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4 Day: Garni-Geghard-Sevanavank-Ayrivank
Breakfast
Garni Temple is the only fully restored architectural monument of the pagan and Hellenistic period in Armenia. It was built in 76 ad by king Trdat and served as a summer residence for the Armenian kings. It offers a picturesque view of the Azat river and the Garni gorge. Not far from the Palace was a bathhouse, which was built at the end of the third century ad and is marked by features typical of Roman baths of that time. One of them has preserved a mosaic floor, which is a fine example of the fine art of ancient Armenia.
Geghard monastery-was founded in the IV century on the site of a sacred spring that originates in a cave. This is a two-story temple carved in solid stone with an adjacent Church. Geghard got its name from the spear of Longinus, which pierced the body of Christ. Geghardavank is a UNESCO world heritage site and is one of the most visited places in Armenia.
Sevan Lake – “The Jewel of Armenia”” is one of the largest high-mountainous fresh water lakes in the  whole Armenia. This nature’s wonder is located in the very middle of Armenian highland in a huge mountain bowl framed with picturesque peaks at the height of 1,900 m..
 Sevanavank Monastery located in the northwest part of Sevan Lake. According to an inscription in one of the churches, Sevanavank monastery was founded in 874 by Princess Mariam, daughter of Ashot I
The Ayrivank monastery is located on the West coast of lake Sevan and dates back to the IX – XII centuries. The temple is also built of black stone and has a square layout. The facades of the temple are cruciform and have no decorations other than carved crosses. The center of the temple is decorated with a low wide dome.
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5 Day: Khor-Virap-Areni Winery-Noravank-Shaki-Tatev
Breakfast
Khor Virap is one of the symbols of Armenia. It offers a magnificent view of the biblical mount Ararat. This is where the baptism of Armenia, the first state to become Christian before Rome, began. The monastery was built in the period from VI to XVII centuries, over the dungeon where the Baptist of Armenia – Saint Gregory the Illuminator-languished for spreading Christianity, until king Trdat decided to accept this religion as the state one. The dungeon where the Holy elder suffered was a Royal dungeon. Here prisoners were lowered into a pit infested with poisonous snakes and Scorpions. According to legend, Saint Gregory the Illuminator was in this pit for 13 years.
Areni is a wine region of Armenia, where an annual wine festival is held. Areni Winery opened in 1994. In the tasting room, you can now taste various red and white wines made from different fruits and berries. The most popular are pomegranate and apricot wines, but you can also taste wines made from quince, cherries, blackberries, raspberries, peaches, and other fruits.
Shaki waterfall is formed on the Shaki River, on the inflow of Vorotan that falls into a deep gorge from a height of 18 meters. There is a legend connected with the Shaki waterfall. The story tells about the beautiful girl Shake, who rushed from the cliff, refusing to obey the will of the conquerors. While falling, the girl’s dress opened in the wind and turned into a waterfall. In honor of Shake, the waterfall was called Shaki.
Tatev monastery-the pearl of medieval Armenian architecture was built in the IX-XIII centuries. The monastery was also the largest University of its time. Thanks to the beautiful combination of medieval architecture and fabulous nature, the monastery is considered one of the most beautiful places on the planet
“Wings of Tatev”is registered in the Guinness book of records as the longest cable car in the world. Its length is 5,752 m. It stretches over surprisingly
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6 Day: Dilijan-Haghartsin-Goshavank.
Breakfast
Dilijan has the status of a mountain climate and balneological resort. The center of Dilijan is located on the right Bank of the Agstev river, where its residential quarters and shops are concentrated. There is also a restored quarter of “Old Dilijan” – a historical building with architectural elements typical of Dilijan-dormers, wooden balconies with carved railings, window and door borders. This quarter recreates the traditional way of life of citizens-artisans work, cafes, bakeries operate, and Souvenirs are sold.
Haghartsin monastery rises among the majestic mountains where eagles fly, which is why its name is associated with. Haghartsin means “game of eagles”in Armenian. The most ancient structure of Agartsin is the Church of St. Grigor, built in the XI century. It was built by monks who fled from Western Armenia to escape persecution. Since the 13th century, Haghartsin has been a major center of culture and spiritual life in Armenia.
Goshavank monastery is the largest spiritual and educational center. It was built in 1188 on the site of the destroyed Getik monastery. The monastery is named in honor of the outstanding writer, scientist and politician Mkhitar gosh, who took an active part in the construction of the temple complex.
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7 Day: Sanain-Haghpat-Odzun.
Breakfast
Sanahin is a monument of Armenian architecture, a medieval monastery, one of the main medieval cultural centers of Northern Armenia. The Church complex dates from the X—XIII centuries. The Academy, libraries, scriptoriums, and schools where books were written were founded here. Sanahin owned extensive land.
Haghpat is a medieval monastic complex in Haghpat that was founded by Queen Khosrowanuish, the wife of the Bagratid king Ashot III, probably in 976. Haghpat was one of the most important spiritual and cultural centers. Of all the monastic buildings preserved-the main Church of St. Nshan (967-991) with sculptures on the outside and paintings (XIII-XIV centuries) inside, the Church of St. Gregory (1005) and a small domed Church of St. Astvatsatsin (XII-XIII centuries), the refectory of the XIII century, the book Depository of the XIII century, the tiered bell tower (1245), khachkars.
Odzun is a monastery of the VI century, located in the North of Armenia. The monastery is built in the form of a domed Basilica, and blocks of bright pink felsite are used as the building material, and the interior is made of basalt slabs. Another feature of the temple is the arched galleries located on the sides of the main entrance – this architectural solution is rare for Armenian temples. Also, in the XIX century, two belfries were built in the far part of the Basilica, which harmoniously complemented the appearance of the ancient temple.
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8 Day: Oshakan-Karmravor-Saghmosavank-Hovhanavank-Armenian Alphabet Monument.
Breakfast
Oshakan is a place especially revered by Armenians all over the world, because the ashes of the Creator of the Armenian alphabet Mesrop Mashtots are buried here. He Died on February 17, 440 in Vagharshapat (now-Etchmiadzin), and his ashes were taken to Oshakan.  Mashtots was buried with honors in Oshakan. In 442-43, a chapel was built over the grave of the great thinker. In 1875-79, under Catholicos Gevork IV, a Church was built in its place – the Church of Surb Mesrop Mashtots, the main attraction of the village.
Karmravor Church (7th century) is the only early medieval Church where old tiles are still preserved. On the walls of the Church outside, you can see a carved inscription stretching along the perimeter, which tells about the local residents, whose donations were used to build the Church, as well as various details of its construction. Inside the temple, even on a Sunny day, it is dim.
Sagmosavank was founded in 1215, when Prince Vache Vachutyan ordered to build the temple of Saint Zion here. Later, the Church grew-there was a narthex (1250), a book Depository (1255), and the Church of St. Astvatsatsin (1235). the monastery has an elegant interior: on the walls you can see bas-reliefs depicting animals, plants, and the vachutyan coat of arms. There is an impressive number of unique khachkars.
Hovhannavank is a monastic complex dedicated to John the Baptist. The oldest building in the complex is a Basilica-type Church built in the 4th century by Gregory the Illuminator. The construction of the main Church of the monastery of Surb Karapet dates back to the XIII century. The walls of the cross-domed Church are richly decorated with bas-reliefs and ornaments.
“Alley of letters” is a monument to Armenian writing, which was established in 2005 in honor of the 1600th anniversary of the creation of the Armenian alphabet. All the letters and statues are made of Armenian tuff. Armenian is a separate branch of the Indo-European family of languages. The Armenian script was created by Mesrop Mashtots in 405
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9 Day: Surp Gevorg Church-Gyumri city tour-Marmashen
Breakfast
Gevorg Church in Mughni – a medieval Church that was a place of pilgrimage, because here were the relics of St. George, according to legend, having a miraculous healing power the complex includes the main Church of Surb Gevorg (1661-1669) with a gallery, refectory, the Abbot’s chambers and offices. The buildings are surrounded by a beautiful, well-kept garden and a wall. Presumably, the monastery was no later than the XIII century, as evidenced by the extant manuscript, copied here in 1278.
Gyumri is the second largest city in Armenia, which is also called the city of crafts and humor. During the sightseeing tour, we will see the main sights of Gyumri. We will also visit the “Black fortress”, which was built in 1834 during the Russian-Turkish war.
Yot verk-was built in the years 1874-1886. Previously, this place was a wooden chapel built on the side of the Kamsarakans, where the icon “Seven sorrows of St. Nicholas” was kept. Virgins».
Marmashen monastery, which is located on the left Bank of the Akhuryan river, was founded in 988. Construction work in it ended in 1029.  The complex was a famous religious and cultural center of medieval Armenia, had a huge repository of manuscripts and a school
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10 Day: Free day.
Breakfast.
Free day
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11 Day: Transfer to the airport
Transfer to the airport

Rate includes:

• 10 nights’ accommodation with breakfast in Yerevan hotel 3*: Bomo Nairi 3* / or hotel 4*: Imperial Palace
  *Other hotels by the request
• High-quality guide service
• Transport services during the tour
• Excursion: Yerevan city-tour-Matenadaran
• Excursion: Echmiadzin-Zvartnots-Khor
• Excursion: Garni-Geghard-Sevanavank-Ayrivank.
• Excursion: Khor-Virap-Areni Winery-Noravank-Shaki-Tatev.
• Excursion: Dilijan-Hagharstin-Goshavank.
• Excursion: Sanain-Haghpat-Odzun.
• Excursion: Oshakan-Karmravor-Armenian Alphabet monument-Saghmosavank-Hovhanavank.
• Excursion: Surp Gevorg Church-Gymri City-Tour-Marmarashen
• Entrance tickets: Garni Temple, Echmiadzin Museum, Zvartnots Temple,cable car *Wings of Tatev*
• Wine tasting at Areni Winery
• Bottle of drinking water for every day

Rate doesn’t include:

• Extra meals and drinks
• Extra tours
• Souvenirs