Armenia and Georgia in 4 days

Arrival Zvartnots international airport. Meet and Great. Transfer to the hotel. 

City tour around Yerevan the history of which goes back to 8th c. The sightseeing tour includes visit to Republic Square- located  in the very center of Yerevan and is considered one of the most amazing and famous attractions of the capital. This area is formed  by five famous buildings: The National Art Gallery and History Museum of Armenia, which contains about 400,000 exhibits  covering the entire history of the Armenian people from primitive society to modern times. The Government House of the  Republic of Armenia, The Central post office, The “Mariott Armenia” hotel, The Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources. The  famous singing fountains are also situated on the Republic Square right next to the History Museum and Art Gallery. This is the  favorite place of locals and tourists.  

Then you will walk to modern part of city – Northern Avenue, Opera House with Swam Lake, Cascade Monument which is  considered to be the center of art of the city as here you can find unique sculptures. In the evenings the place is becoming more  charming with all its lights and people from all over the world.

Trip to Garni Pagan Temple from 1st c. The temple was built by Armenia King Tiridates and was dedicated to the God of Sun  Mithra. Garni is the only Hellenistic temple existing nowadays in Armenia. The stairs of the temple are made huge and high  which means that every human being climbing up the stairs is condescending to God of Sun. 

Visit the Arch of Charents – a favorite place of tourists, from where opens a stunning view of Mount Ararat and Yerevan. The  arch is named after the great Armenian poet Egishe Charents, who loved to come to this place and enjoy the beauty of Armenian  land. You can also enjoy that beauty and take a photo for memory about your wonderful trip to Armenia. Continue our journey to Geghard Monastery (13th c.) – a monastery which is hewn out from a cave. The monastery had been  originally named Ayrivank meaning “the Monastery of the Cave”. The name commonly used for the monastery today, Geghard,  or more fully Geghardavank meaning “the Monastery of the Spear”. The monastery is also included in the UNESCO World  Heritage list. Visit Vernissage flea market. 

Optional: Armenian flat bread “lavash” baking ceremony in an underground heater called “tonir” in a local house in Garni. Here  you will learn also how to make Armenian local sandwiches with “lavash” and cheese. In 2014, “Lavash, the preparation, meaning  and appearance of traditional bread as an expression of culture in Armenia” was inscribed in the UNESCO Representative List of  the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity – by extra cost 

Optional: visit Garni Adventure Park for some adventure activities / Drive quadbike, buggy etc/ – You will choose the  activity and pay on spot. 

Tsaghkadzor is a well-known winter resort town in Armenia, renowned for its ski facilities and stunning mountain scenery.  Located about 50 kilometers northeast of Yerevan, it sits at the foothills of the Teghenis Mountains. In winter, it attracts skiers  and snowboarders, while in summer, visitors enjoy hiking, mountain biking, and the serene nature. The town also features the  Kecharis Monastery, a significant historical site, and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. It’s a great destination  for both adventure seekers and those looking to relax in a picturesque setting! Opportunity to ride up the ropeway which will  take you to the peak of mount Teghenis mount from where opens breathtaking view to the fortress town. 

The road will take you to Lake Sevan which is going to be one of the highlights of your trip. Climb the stairs up on the peninsula  from where opens a fascinating view to the “blue-eyed” lake. Sightseeing tour on the peninsula. Lake Sevan is considered to be  one of the largest sweet lakes in the world at an altitude of 1897 meters above sea level. 

According to flight details transfer to airport.