Armenia is a living history book and travelling there is the same as reading it. With every region showing its ancient churches, breathtaking landscapes and heart-touching traditions, the country is a gem that is to be found. Armenia travel guide will be able to provide you the best of everything.
No matter whether you walk the colourful streets of Yerevan or find yourself on the top of misty mountain monasteries, this Armenia Tour Itinerary Guide offers a thoughtfully planned journey through the country’s cultural heart and natural beauty. It is the most suitable travel to take if you are a culture, nature, and authenticity enthusiast. Travel around Armenia in this 8-day tour and discover the soul of the country one stop at a time.
Here’s the 8 Day Itinerary Guide to Armenia Tour
Day 1: Yerevan City tour
Start your tour in Armenia in the capital Yerevan, which is a cute Soviet-style city with art. To get to know more about the soul and history of the country visit such major attractions as Republic Square, Cascade Complex and History Museum.
Republic Square
The center of the city with buildings of pink stones, musical fountains, and a friendly place which becomes lively in the night with people of the city and tourists having a look at it.
Cascade Complex
It is a huge staircase with modern art and fountains that provide breathtaking views of Yerevan and connect to museums and outdoor cafes.
History Museum of Armenia
Centered in the Republic Square, it contains more than 400,000 objects, including the ancient coins and medieval costumes which provide background to the rich cultural heritage of Armenia.
Day 2: Yerevan -Hripsime -Echmiadzin -Zvartnots -Vernissage
Day two is spiritual and cultural. Visit churches which are one of the most ancient in the world, old ruins, and open-air market with local craft and Armenian souvenirs.
Saint Hripsime Church
The church placed in the 7 Th century is known as the beautiful church with a dome, quiet yard and the historical role in the development of the Christianity in Armenia and is addressed to the UNESCO.
Echmiadzin Cathedral
The cathedral is also referred to as the Vatican of Armenia and the oldest cathedral in the world.
Zvartnots Cathedral
A 7th century ruins in a circular shape and with beautiful stone columns and a distant view of Mount Ararat with beautiful scenery and serene environment.
Vernissage Market
A heaven of art lovers with wood carvings, paintings, carpets, ceramics and gold jewellery. An excellent shopping destination and the venue to feel the creative spirit of Armenia.
Day 3: Yerevan- Sevan -Haghartsin- Yerevan
Flee to Lake Sevan and Dilijan forests. This day is a blend of water, woods and holy sites, which provides a quiet contrast to the urban atmosphere of the capital.
Lake Sevan
The high altitude lake, a scenic beauty of the jewel of Armenia is a place with fresh air and lakeside cafes serving delicious trouts.
Sevanavank Monastery
Constructed in the 9th century on a peninsula, it is one of the best sightseeings of Lake Sevan and the opportunity to feel the atmosphere of calmness and contemplation.
Haghartsin Monastery
It is located deep in the Dilijan National Park and is perfectly integrated with its forest environment, and it seems to be lost in time.
Day 4: Yerevan -Khor Virap -Bird Cave -Areni -Noravank -Goris
Travel today to the ancient monasteries of the south, prehistoric caves, and to the wine region of Armenia. The terrain is extremely altered with rock valleys and gorges.
Khor Virap Monastery
This is a typical monastery with a panoramic view where the monastery is situated in the backdrop of the Mount Ararat and it has a lot of religious and historical values.
Bird Cave
A very interesting archaeological site, the oldest shoe made of leather and the oldest evidence of winemaking was discovered, which is more than 6,000 years old.
Areni Wine Village
Taste the local bold reds. The village is considered to be the birthplace of winemaking in Armenia.
Noravank Monastery
This monastery was built into the red cliffs of the rocks, and it is also famous because of its dramatic location and unusual structure of the two-level church building.
Day 5: Goris to Khndzoresk, Tatev, Zorats Karer and Yerevan
Brace yourself to adventure! This day is full of nature and ancient mysteries as we visit caves, cable car and mysterious standing stones, and then go back to Yerevan.
Khndzoresk Bridge
A suspension bridge across a gorge, to a cave village whose inhabitants lived until the middle of the 20 Th century.
Wings of Tatev
This is the longest reversible cable car in the world and it offers a 12-minute ride that brings you to the inaccessible Tatev Monastery.
Tatev Monastery
9 Th century monastery located on the edge of a cliff which was once the centre of education and spirituality in Armenia.
Zorats Karer
This is an array of standing stones that have been referred to as the Armenian Stonehenge.
Day 6: Yerevan – Garni – Geghard – Yerevan
Find out the country in its pagan and Christian origins by visiting the sole Greco-Roman temple of the country and a monastery constructed in solid rock.
Garni Temple
One of the most common attractions in Armenia, it is sceneries of the mountain tops.
Geghard Monastery
Partially hewn into a mountain, this cave monastery is enclosed by cliffs, and has an atmosphere of mysticism – a UNESCO site.
Azat Gorge
The Azat Gorge drive is a feast to the eyes as the basalt columns are called Symphony of Stones.
Day 7: Yerevan – Alphabet Monument – Saghmosavank – Yerevan
The day is a mixture of culture and mountains. Eat Armenian alphabet, walk through a fortress of middle Ages and observe the scenery of a peaceful monastery.
Alphabet Monument
It is a monument of the letters of the Armenian script, constructed in the honor of the Armenian script, and it is situated not far from the Mount Aragats and it is a good point to make photos very well.
Saghmosavank Monastery
This monastery is located at the edge of the gorge river called Kasagh, therefore this monastery is quiet, beautiful and a good place to think.
Day 8: Departure
Your tour ends in Yerevan, and you will be transferred to the airport. What you come back with is beautiful memories, cultural experience, and a wish to come back one day.
Airport Transfer
Get a comfortable ride back to the airport and have some time to rest before the flight.
Farewell
Remember your unbelievable trip and the memories you will bring back to the land of richness and welcoming people Armenia.
Conclusion
Sacred monasteries, ancient ruins, lakes, and mountains, this Armenia travel guide offers you the most satisfying adventure in a span of a week. It is a compromise of culture, nature and relaxation and it presents the finest of Armenian life.
This Armenia travel itinerary is a place that is full of soul, scenery and stories, so if that is what you are seeking, you will not be disappointed. Organize your trip easily and immerse in the treasures of Armenia – day by day.