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3 days
Daily Tour
18 people
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Tour program
Day 1 -Yerevan city tour
Day 2 – Gyumri, Ilusion museum,Dzitoghtsonts Museum and Vanadzor
Day 3 – Tsaghkadzor, Lake Sevan (Sevanavank)
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Day 1 -Yerevan city tour
We offer you to start your journey across Armenia with a fascinating sightseeing tour of Yerevan, the heart of Armenia. You are going to enjoy interesting stories of the thousand-year history of the capital along with visits of architectural monuments (such as the Opera House, Cascade Complex, National Assembly Building, Republic Square, Erebuni Museum and Fortress), as well as vintage central streets of the city (such as Abovyan str., Mashtots ave., Baghramyan ave., Northern ave.). And from the height of the special viewpoint the whole city will open up towards you.
Republic Square
Republic Square with colorful Fountains, National Art Gallery Museum, Ministry of transportation and communication, and unique ornaments make the charming beauty of the Square.
Cascade Complex
After, again we will cross the roundabout to a row of open-air cafes that lead to a statue of Alexander Tamanyan (Yerevan’s chief architect) and smoothly with historical review move to Cascade Complex which has escalators inside and has the shape of a waterfall, place is famous for external and internal beauties.
Northern Avenue
Northern Avenue is the most modern place of Yerevan, connecting its two main areas: Republic Square and Freedom Square. Avenue decorated with many luxury buildings, restaurants, offices and commercial properties. Continuing ahead with drinking Fresh Juice specially prepared with our customers name, you’ll reach the beating heart of Yerevan, Opera Square, where locals go to see a show or simply to hang out.
Erebuni Museum and Fortress
The fortress of Erebuni is on Arin-Berd hill. It was built in 782 BC by the Urartian King Argishti The First. During the excavations, started in the 20th century, a cuneiform inscription was found, according to which, the history of nowadays Yerevan starts from this place. On the top of the hill the ruins of the citadel and the frescoes on the wall reveal the high artistic achievements of those remote centuries. The museum down the hill displays the findings that have been excavated in the territory of the fortress.
Day 2-Gyumri, Ilusion museum,Dzitoghtsonts Museum and Vanadzor
1.Museum of Illusions
Embark on a captivating Museum of Illusions tour that takes you to discover over 60 mesmerizing exhibits. Explore the science behind the magic as you interact with playful illusions, capturing unique photos and creating lasting memories along the way. Engage with local guides who will accompany you through each exhibit, offering insights and answering any questions you may have along the way.
2.Gyumri Urban Life Dzitoghtsonts House Museum
It is the museum of urban life and national culture of Gyumri, where the everyday life, culture and history of Gyumri are presented. This remarkable mansion was built by wealthy merchant Petros Dzitoghtsyan in 1872 from the famous red tuff of Shirak. The museum was founded in 1984 in this very building. It is included in the list of intangible monuments of history and culture of Gyumri.
3.Vanadzor Fine Arts Museum
The Vanadzor Fine Arts Museum is a must-visit for every guest of the city for it gives a deep insight into the art life of the region. Founded as a branch of the National Gallery of Armenia in 1974, the museum houses over 1700 artworks.
Its collection includes paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings by Armenian artists, among them Yervand Kochar, Rudolf Khachatryan, Armine Kalents, Ara and Seda Bekaryans, Lavinia Bazhbeuk-Melikyan, Eduard Kharazyan, and many others. The permanent exhibition of the Vanadzor Fine Arts Museum museum occupies three floors.
The museum also serves educational purposes and provides a research environment for students and artists. Numerous lectures and workshops on art history and art criticism are held here on the regular.
4.Boo Mountain Bike Park
As the only mountain bike center in the Lori region, this is the ultimate destination for thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike. With a state-of-the-art Velosolutions pump track and a selection of beginner-friendly trails, there’s something for riders of all levels. But that’s not all – they offer bike rental services, guided tours, a cozy café to refuel, and even a campsite for those who want to immerse themselves fully in the outdoor experience. So pack your gear, grab your bike, and visit Boo Mountain Bike Park, where the adventure never stops!
Day 3 – Tsaghkadzor, Lake Sevan (Sevanavank)
1.Tsaghkadzor
Tsaghkadzor city (translated as valley of flowers) is considered to be one of the most popular winter resorts of Armenia. It is one of the places of our mountainous country, where the beauty of the nature appears with its whole variety. Tsaghkadzor is situated in Kotayk region, 60 km north from Yerevan, on the eastern slope of Teghenis Mountain, surrounded with virginal woods and alpine meadows.
2.Kecharis Monastery
Kecharis monastery is in the north-western part of Tsaghkadzor. It was built in 11-13th centuries. The monastery consists of four churches and a half-destroyed mausoleum of Grigorius Pahlavuni, who financed the building of the monastery.
3. Tsaghkadzor Ropeway
In Tsaghkadzor, the popular ski resort of Armenia, there is a chairlift with 5 stations and more than a dozen ski runs. The armchaired ropeway of Tsaghkadzor is located on the eastern slope of Mount Teghenis 1966-2819 m above sea level. It has been functioning since 1967. From the height of 2819 m, where the speedy chairlift will take you in 32 minutes, all of Armenia is visible at a glance, and if weather is clear, you can enjoy a breathtaking view of Mount Ararat. In 2004 the former ropeway was replaced with a new, modern one, also in 2017 important investments were made. Now the ropeway is well equipped, the active and safe rest for tourists is guaranteed.
4. Lake Sevan
The fascination and the “pearl” of mountainous Armenia is Lake Sevan, which is one of the world’s greatest high altitude fresh-water lakes. It is about 1900 m above sea level. The lake is of volcanic origin and is surrounded with mountains of 3000 m and higher. The beautiful landscape and the crystal water serve nice preconditions for excellent rest.The lake is also famous for its peninsula and medieval church complex, built in 874.
