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5-Day Itinerary in Armenia (June 2023)

  1. Day 1: Yerevan
    20 minutes (11 miles) from Zvartnots International Airport

    Start your day by visiting the Cascade Complex, a giant stairway made of limestone in central Yerevan. After lunch, head to the Republic Square and visit The National Gallery of Armenia. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Armenian dinner at the famous restaurant Kavkazskaya Plennitsa.

  2. Day 2: Dilijan
    90 minutes (60 miles) from Yerevan

    After breakfast, visit the Dilijan National Park, famous for its hiking trails and breathtaking scenery. Next, visit the Haghartsin Monastery, a 10th-century building nestled in the forest. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Armenian dinner at the restaurant Old Dilijan.

  3. Day 3: Gyumri
    2 hours (72 miles) from Dilijan

    Start the day by visiting the Black Fortress, a historic fortress located in the heart of Gyumri. Next, explore the Gyumri Old Town, famous for its historic architecture. In the afternoon, visit the Marmashen Monastery, a 10th-century Armenian monastery. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Armenian dinner at the restaurant Shirak.

  4. Day 4: Tatev
    4 hours (190 miles) from Gyumri

    Start the day by visiting the Wings of Tatev, the world's longest reversible aerial tramway. Next, explore the Tatev Monastery, a 9th-century Armenian monastery located on a large basalt plateau. In the afternoon, visit the Khndzoresk Cave Village, an ancient village with cave dwellings. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Armenian dinner at the restaurant Ararat.

  5. Day 5: Lake Sevan
    4 hours (110 miles) from Tatev

    Start the day by visiting the Sevanavank Monastery, a 9th-century Armenian monastery located on the Sevan Peninsula. Next, explore the Lake Sevan, the largest lake in Armenia. In the afternoon, visit the Hayravank Monastery, a 9th-century Armenian monastery. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Armenian dinner at the restaurant Lavash.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, explore the Garni Temple, a 1st-century Hellenic temple located in the village of Garni. You can also visit the Etchmiadzin Cathedral, one of the oldest cathedrals in the world located in the city of Vagharshapat. For a side trip, consider visiting the Jermuk Waterfall, a beautiful waterfall located in the spa town of Jermuk. To maximize fun, try Armenian wine tasting at the Zorah Winery.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Cascade Complex (2 hours, $5)
  • The National Gallery of Armenia (2 hours, $7)
  • Kavkazskaya Plennitsa (2 hours, $25)
  • Dilijan National Park (3 hours, $10)
  • Haghartsin Monastery (2 hours, $5)
  • Old Dilijan (2 hours, $20)
  • Black Fortress (2 hours, $5)
  • Gyumri Old Town (2 hours, $5)
  • Marmashen Monastery (2 hours, $5)
  • Wings of Tatev (3 hours, $15)
  • Tatev Monastery (2 hours, $5)
  • Khndzoresk Cave Village (2 hours, $5)
  • Sevanavank Monastery (2 hours, $5)
  • Lake Sevan (3 hours, $10)
  • Hayravank Monastery (2 hours, $5)
  • Lavash (2 hours, $20)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $137
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