Winter in Armenia | 6 Days / 5 Nights

Arrive at Zvartnots International Airport and transfer to the hotel. Free day in Yerevan.

Stay: Yerevan

Breakfast at the hotel. Garni Temple: built in the 1st century AD, the only temple preserved from Armenia’s pagan times. It was devoted to Mihr, the god of light and purity, destroyed by an earthquake in 1679 and restored in 1975. Geghard Monastery: named after the legendary lance that pierced the body of Christ, kept here for centuries. The present complex was built in the mid-13th century. Drive on to the winter resort of Tsaghkadzor.

Meals: BreakfastStay: Tsaghkadzor

Breakfast at the hotel. Sightseeing and free time in Tsaghkadzor. From mid-December to early April the resort welcomes skiers and snowboarders. Its ropeway has run on the slope of Mount Teghenis for over 40 years and was fully rebuilt in 2004 as a high-speed chairlift with heated seats; the absence of avalanches makes Tsaghkadzor a safe place to ski. Tsaghkadzor cable car ticket included.

Meals: BreakfastStay: Tsaghkadzor

Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Dilijan. Walk along Sharambeyan Street, with its museums, souvenir markets and small shops, and see traditional wooden houses with tiled roofs and finely carved balconies. Dilijan National Park, often called the “Armenian Switzerland”, with trails through dense forest and gentle hills. Lake Sevan: one of the largest high-altitude lakes in the world, known for its fresh, astonishingly blue water. Then visit Sevanavank Monastery on the Sevan Peninsula – two churches built around the 10th century, one in ruins and one still standing. Return to Yerevan.

Meals: BreakfastStay: Yerevan

Breakfast at the hotel. Begin with the capital of Armenia, Yerevan. For centuries it has been known as the “pink city” for the colour of the volcanic tuff stone it is built from. Founded in 782 BC, Yerevan is one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities, and its streets are full of history, culture and energy. Republic Square – the heart of Yerevan, surrounded by government buildings and the History Museum. At night the square comes alive with its famous dancing fountains. Mashtots Avenue – named after Mesrop Mashtots, the creator of the Armenian alphabet, this central avenue is lined with shops, cafes and cultural institutions. Aram Khachaturian Opera and Ballet Theatre – named after the famous Armenian composer, a cultural hub for opera, ballet and concerts. Cascade Complex – a giant stairway linking downtown with the Monument neighbourhood, with views over the city to Mount Ararat. It is also home to the Cafesjian Center for the Arts, with modern sculptures and exhibitions. Mother Armenia – a towering statue in Victory Park that symbolises peace and strength, with a panoramic view of Yerevan. Along the way, explore local markets and parks and enjoy the city’s lively cafe culture.

Meals: BreakfastStay: Yerevan

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Zvartnots International Airport for your flight home. Say goodbye to Armenia!

Meals: Breakfast