On your arrival at Yerevan Airport at 1120, Meet and transfer to Hotel for C/in.
Yerevan Observing city tour includes visit to Republic Square, Yerevan State University, Victory Bridge, Parliament, Palace of President, Echmiadzin Cathedral, Opera house.
Overnight at Hotel.
One of the major attractions of the Echmiadzin is the Cathedral — the oldest Christian temple in the city Vagharshapat in Armenia, and one of the first in entire world. The first stone of the temple was laid in 30 CE by the first Catholicos of the Armenian Church. The main Armenian temple's construction, which began in the 4th century, sustained for a long time. The cathedral was built in several parts, with the add-ons like extra naves and walls being built on top of older parts. Some of the crosses carved in the 5th century are still visible in the walls. If you have some extra time then this cathedral is worth a visit on you Armenia trip.
A haven for history lovers. Armenia’s Matenadaran is one of the planet’s richest repository of ancient books and manus spanning a vast range of subjects, including literature, art, history, medicine, philosophy, science, geography, and more. The Matenadaran is home to over 17,000 manus and more than 30,000 s.
The downtown Kenton area of Yerevan with the Monument neighbourhood, the Cascade is a massive stairway in the Armenian capital of Yerevan. Located in the centre of Yerevan, the Cascade is within close proximity to other staggering landmarks such the Matenadaran and the Opera and Ballet Theatre. The Cascade complex comprises of a beautiful, monumental stairway with a series of escalators, and an elaborate network of courtyards, outdoor gardens, and halls with intricate architecture displaying the rich cultural heritage and history of Armenia.
The country’s memorial in honor of all of the victims of the Armenian Genocide, Tsitsernakaberd is an absolute must-see for any visitor of Yerevan. In the center of the memorial itself is an eternal flame that has been burning since the initiation ceremony on the opening day of the memorial, and all around it, visitors place flowers in commemoration of the lives lost.
The high-level Victory Bridge dates from 1945, is 200m long and 34m above the river and located at city Yerevan. The four arches of the 1679 bridge, which are 80m long and 11m above the river, can be seen to the south direction of Victory Bridge. The central two arches across the river itself the smaller side ones formerly crossed irrigation canals. In spring, when everywhere you can see greenery and the poppies flowering, driving or walking in the gorge is really awesome, but in the summer season it can be hot. Restaurants and cafes have taken over one section of the gorge but, gratefully, much remains unspoiled. Checkout Yerevan tour package now and book your incredible trip with Central Asia Guided Tours.
This theater has been an emblematic part of Armenian culture since its doors opened in 1933 while the nation was under Soviet rule. Based on Tamanian's design and under the supervision of his son the theatre hall was completed in 1939, and the opera building was renamed after Alexander Spendiaryan. Large-scale construction works did not finish until 1953, when the entire building was finally completed with its current shape.
Breakfast is at Hotel. Proceed on Full day Tour visiting Sevan Lake and Tsagkazdor mountains.
Sevan Lake, this wonder of nature, is 60 Km from Yerevan on a highway which cuts northward through mountains and rocks. Sevan is so austere and majestic that the gentle turquoise waters are astonishing. They fill the gigantic depression situated at the height of almost 2000 m above sea level. Sevan, with its pure air and sandy beaches, is a popular holiday resort. Sevan has always been famous for its fish "Ishkhan" which means "prince-fish" in Armenian. The fish has graced many Lords' tables in old times. One of the most interesting sites in Sevan is the monastery on the rocky peninsula founded in 874 AD by King Ashot I and his daughter Mariam. Other monuments include Sevan Monastery (874) and Astvatsatsin Church.
Tsaghkadzor city ("Valley of flowers") is 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, 50 kilometers North from Yerevan, on the eastern slope of Teghenis Mountain and is surrounded with virginal woods and alpine meadows.
Return to Yerevan.
Overnight is at Yerevan.
Sevan Lake, this wonder of nature, is 60 Km from Yerevan on a highway which cuts northward through mountains and rocks. Sevan is so austere and majestic that the gentle turquoise waters are astonishing. They fill the gigantic depression situated at the height of almost 2000 m above sea level. Sevan, with its pure air and sandy beaches, is a popular holiday resort. Sevan has always been famous for its fish "Ishkhan" which means "prince-fish" in Armenian. The fish has graced many Lords' tables in old times. One of the most interesting sites in Sevan is the monastery on the rocky peninsula founded in 874 AD by King Ashot I and his daughter Mariam. Other monuments include Sevan Monastery (874) and Astvatsatsin Church.
Tsaghkadzor (means “gorge of flowers”) town, the magical place of forested mountains. Short walking tour around the small town. Opportunity to go up to the mountain peaks by rope way, where you will catch an unforgettable gorgeous panoramic view of this part of the world (going up the first level and back). In winter Tsakhkadzor is a well- known ski resort with several levels of ropeways leading up the mountains. In summer it’s a pleasant place to spend the afternoon in nature and enjoy the sun. Visit Kecharis monastery and after on rope way to Teghenis Mountain
Breakfast is at Hotel.
Proceed on a Full day trip to Garni Temple and Geghard Monastery.
The pagan temple of Garni was built in 1st. c. AC and was devoted to one of the Armenian Pagan Gods - Mitra. After Armenia converted to Christianity in the 4th c., the rulers of the country used the temple as their summer residence. King Khosrov stayed there often as the area was his Favorite hunting ground. Garni was destroyed when the Arabs conquered Armenia but was rebuilt in the beginning of the 10th c. Its final destruction came in 1638 during the Turkish invasion. A violent earthquake buried what remained from it in 1679. The complete restoration of the temple began in 1970 and was over in 1978. The temple consists of dwellings and bath quarters built in the 3rd century in the Roman style. The fantastic landscape of Garni canyon shakes the human imagination.
Proceed to Geghard Monastery (UNESCO World Heritage): Geghard was initially known simply as Ayrivank (Cave Monastery). The present buildings comprising it date back to 10-13th cc., at which time it was renamed as Geghard meaning "lance" (spear) in Armenian.
The name refers to the biblical lance used by a Roman soldier to pierce Christ's body to find out if he was alive or not. The lance was kept in Geghard for a long time before being moved to the museum of Echmiadzin Cathedral. The main church, constructed in 1215, is the oldest building in the monastery complex. Avazan church, 1283, is carved right into the solid rock and is an incomparable work of art. It leads to a rectangular portico and then to another church deeper in the rock. Along the southern and eastern walls of the monastery, high above the valley, medieval dwellings appear. The monastery has withstood many assaults during a period of seven hundred years. Its walls have sheltered many scholars and it was revered throughout Armenia as one of the greatest spiritual and cultural centres in the country. Hundreds of khachkars (cross-stones) and caves are built in the rocks surrounding the Monastery. Return to Yerevan.
Overnight is at Hotel.
Partly carved out of a mountain, and erected amidst towering cliffs, Armenia’s stunning Geghard monastery is hands down one of the best displays of medieval Armenian architecture. The monastery is home to several rock-cut tombs and churches, and is known to have been around since before the 4th century. Its main chapel is known to be built in 1215. Besides its religious importance, the monastery promises mind-boggling vistas of the surrounding Azat River gorge, making it one of the amazing of all Armenia tourist attractions.
With the rich history and ancient secrets, visiting the historic village of Garni is something that no visitor would miss out . The village is packed with an incredible collection of historical and architectural monuments dating back to the early Christian era – the most famous one being the iconic Garni Temple. An iconic masterpiece of Hellinistic architecture, the Garni Temple is the pagan temple of the Sun, and perhaps one of the best structural symbols of pre-Christian Armenia.
Breakfast is at Hotel.
Check out from Hotel and transfer to Airport for your flight
Enjoy comfortable stay at the striking hospitable Silachi hotel in Yerevan, Armenia. The hotel combines the high comfort level with centuries-old national traditions, thus creating an amazing atmosphere that will pleasure every sophisticated visitor. Here you will enjoy real Armenian hospitability, high quality service and kindly treatment.
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