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5-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Armenia in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Yerevan
    10 minutes (1.3 miles) from Zvartnots International Airport

    In the morning, visit the city's iconic landmarks such as the Republic Square, the Opera House, and the Cascade Complex. For lunch, try Armenian cuisine at Lavash Restaurant. In the afternoon, explore the interactive exhibits at the Armenian Genocide Museum. Catch the evening light show at the Dancing Fountains in the Republic Square.

  2. Day 2: Dilijan
    1 hour 30 minutes (65 miles) from Yerevan

    In the morning, enjoy a hike in Dilijan National Park. Stop for lunch at Sinanyan Restaurant, famous for its trout dishes and Armenian traditional cuisine. In the afternoon, visit the Haghartsin Monastery, a 10th-century architectural masterpiece. End the day with a relaxing evening at the Dilijan Spa and Wellness Center.

  3. Day 3: Lake Sevan
    1 hour 10 minutes (35 miles) from Dilijan

    In the morning, take a swim or a boat ride on the beautiful Lake Sevan. Stop for lunch at the Tsirani Restaurant, located in the middle of the lake on Sevan Island. In the afternoon, visit the Sevanavank Monastery, a 9th-century Armenian Apostolic Church monastery. End the day with a picnic and stargazing on the beach.

  4. Day 4: Ararat Province
    1 hour 30 minutes (55 miles) from Lake Sevan

    In the morning, visit the Khor Virap Monastery, located at the foot of Mount Ararat. Take a guided tour of the Areni-1 cave complex, where the oldest shoe and winery in the world were discovered. For lunch, try the local cuisine at the Old Bridge Restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Noravank Monastery, a 13th-century Armenian monastery. End the day with a visit to the Jermuk Waterfall.

  5. Day 5: Garni and Geghard
    1 hour (20 miles) from Yerevan

    In the morning, visit the Temple of Garni, a 1st-century Hellenistic temple. Take a guided tour of the Geghard Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Stop for lunch at the Ruzanna's Garden Restaurant, located in the village of Garni. In the afternoon, visit the Vernissage Market to purchase souvenirs and artworks. End the day with a farewell dinner at the Dolmama Restaurant.

Recommendations

Don't miss the opportunity to attend a traditional Armenian dance performance at the Aram Khachaturian Grand Concert Hall. Consider visiting the Tatev Monastery and riding the world's longest cable car. To maximize your fun, try the popular fruit lavash and take a cooking class to learn how to make it. A visit to the Kajaran Observatory to view the stars is also highly recommended. Lastly, don't forget to try the famous Armenian brandy.

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