Cultural Hiking 9 Days And 8 Nights / Min 6 Pax / - Armenia

A 9-day private hiking and culture tour across Armenia, covering Yerevan, Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery, Khor Virap, Noravank, Tatev Monastery and its cable car, Lake Sevan, the forests of Dilijan, Amberd Fortress and Mount Aragats. Enjoy breathtaking landscapes, ancient monasteries, hiking trails and authentic Armenian traditions, cuisine and hospitality across the country's most iconic destinations.

Availability 1 January 2027 - 31 December 2027
Start | End time: —
Language: English
Duration: 9 days
Start | End point: Zvartnots International Airport, Yerevan | Zvartnots International Airport, Yerevan
Type of tour: Private
Group size: 10

Inclusions

  • Transport Transport
  • Hotel Hotel
  • Breakfast Breakfast
  • Guide Service Guide Service
  • All Entrance Fees All Entrance Fees
  • Dinner Dinner

Exclusions

  • Insurance Insurance
  • Flight Tickets Flight Tickets

Tour program

Day 1

Stop 1.Arrival

Arrival at Zvartnots International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Yerevan. Overnight stay: Yerevan

Day 2

Stop 1.Cascade Complex

Explore Yerevan's highlights, starting with the Cascade Complex and its panoramic views of Mount Ararat and the city.

Stop 2.Mother Armenia

Visit the iconic Mother Armenia monument.

Stop 3.Matenadaran

Continue to the Matenadaran, home to one of the world's richest collections of ancient Armenian manuscripts and miniatures.

Stop 4.Armenian Genocide Memorial

Visit the Tsitsernakaberd Armenian Genocide Memorial to reflect on the country's history and resilience. Enjoy Yerevan's city life before dinner. Meals: breakfast, dinner Overnight stay: Yerevan

Day 3

Stop 1.Garni Temple

Visit Garni Temple, the only surviving pagan temple in Armenia, above the Garni Gorge.

Stop 2.Symphony of Stones

Explore the Symphony of Stones, a natural basalt column formation.

Stop 3.Trek to Vahagn & Astghik Waterfalls

Continue with a scenic trek to the Vahagn and Astghik waterfalls, surrounded by lush nature.

Stop 4.Lavash Masterclass & Lunch

Enjoy a traditional lavash baking masterclass with a homemade Armenian lunch.

Stop 5.Geghard Monastery

Visit the UNESCO-listed Geghard Monastery, partly carved into the cliffs, then return to Yerevan. Meals: breakfast, lunch Overnight stay: Yerevan

Day 4

Stop 1.Khor Virap Monastery

Visit Khor Virap Monastery with stunning views of Mount Ararat.

Stop 2.Areni Wine Tasting

Continue to the wine village of Areni for a local wine tasting.

Stop 3.Noravank Monastery

Explore the dramatic Noravank Monastery set among red cliffs.

Stop 4.Karahunj

Travel through scenic landscapes to Karahunj, Armenia's ancient stone observatory.

Stop 5.Goris

Continue to Goris, a charming southern town surrounded by unique rock formations, for dinner. Meals: breakfast, dinner Overnight stay: Goris

Day 5

Stop 1.Wings of Tatev Ropeway

Ride the world's longest reversible cable car, with breathtaking views over the Vorotan Gorge.

Stop 2.Tatev Monastery

Visit the spectacular Tatev Monastery.

Stop 3.Trek from Khot to Shinuhayr

Enjoy a scenic trek from Khot to Shinuhayr through the cliffs, canyons and traditional villages of Syunik.

Stop 4.Yeghegis

Travel to the historic village of Yeghegis, known for its medieval churches and peaceful mountain setting, for dinner. Meals: breakfast, dinner Overnight stay: Yeghegis

Day 6

Stop 1.Trek to Smbataberd & Tsakhats Kar

Trek to the medieval Smbataberd Fortress and Tsakhats Kar Monastery, with panoramic mountain views and untouched nature.

Stop 2.Selim Caravanserai

Continue along the historic Silk Road to the Selim Caravanserai, a well-preserved 14th-century trading post.

Stop 3.Sevanavank Monastery

Proceed to Lake Sevan and visit Sevanavank Monastery with its scenic peninsula views.

Stop 4.Dilijan National Park

Explore the lush forests and peaceful landscapes of Dilijan National Park. Dinner and overnight in Dilijan. Meals: breakfast, dinner Overnight stay: Dilijan

Day 7

Stop 1.Dilijan National Park

Start the day with forest trails in Dilijan National Park.

Stop 2.Haghartsin Monastery

Visit the serene Haghartsin Monastery surrounded by forested hills.

Stop 3.Off-Road to Mount Dimats

Enjoy an off-road ride to Mount Dimats with breathtaking panoramic views, then return to Yerevan for the evening. Meals: breakfast Overnight stay: Yerevan

Day 8

Stop 1.Amberd Fortress

Depart from Yerevan and visit Amberd Fortress, a medieval stronghold on the slopes of Mount Aragats.

Stop 2.Hike to the Southern Summit of Aragats

Hike toward the southern summit of Mount Aragats (3,887 m) with breathtaking alpine scenery, and enjoy a picnic lunch in the high mountains. Return to Yerevan after the descent. Meals: breakfast, lunch Overnight stay: Yerevan

Day 9

Stop 1.Departure

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport. Say goodbye to Armenia! Meals: breakfast

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