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Holidays
in Armenia - Tour Itineraries
A 10 day tour of Armenia, its
capital Yerevan, cities and rural areas from £1290
per person
Armenia is such a beautiful country with stunning, contrasting landscapes. In the North, stone churches lie hidden in luxuriant verdant
gorges, whilst in the South, the monasteries perch on red, craggy mountains. Picnic lunches can be taken by the ever-changing colours
of Lake Sevan – one of the largest high-altitude lakes in the world. Further south from the lake near Noratus, there is a field of
Khachkars (translated as cross-stone, carved memorial stones). Wine-tasting at Areni Winery in Vayots Dzor and brandy-tasting at
Yerevan's Brandy Factory are part of the many highlights of a visit to Armenia.
This is the ideal itinerary for first time visitors to Armenia and offers extensive sightseeing with private guide and car.
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Suggested Itinerary
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| Day 1 |
FLY TO YEREVAN
Fly to Yerevan, transfer to Hotel Aviatrans for 3 nights. |
| Day 2 |
YEREVAN
Morning sightseeing tour of Yerevan including the
Genocide Memorial and Museum. Free afternoon to
explore at leisure. |
| Day 3 |
ASHTARAK AND AMBERD
Day excursion to explore some of the more
undiscovered corners of Armenia, whose long,
turbulent history has left it with a rich heritage of
medieval monasteries and fortresses. After crossing a
high mountain pass set amongst spectacular scenery,
stop at a farming village before moving on to the
Amberd Fortress, which dates back to the 7th century.
Continue with a visit to the town of Ashtarak with an
opportunity to observe a demonstration of breadmaking
and have lunch with a local family. |
| Day 4 |
YEREVAN TO SISSIAN
Drive south-east to Sissian via Khor Virab and
Noravank. The view of Khor Virap is spectacular set
against the backdrop of Mount Ararat. It was here, that
St Gregory the Illuminator was imprisoned by an
Armenian king for preaching Christianity - you can
even climb down into the dark pit yourself! Continue to
Noravank, perched precariously in its dramatic gorge
setting. A visit is also included to the mountain top
monastery of Tatev. Overnight stay in Hotel Dina
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| Day 5 |
SISSIAN TO LAKE SEVAN
Morning visit to Karahunge, considered to be Armenia’s
Stonehenge. Drive to Lake Sevan through the
mountainous areas of Vayots Dzor province and via the
Selim Pass - a pass used since the days of the Silk
Road. Here, explore the 14th century Selim
Caravanserai. You will also stop at Noraduz, ancient
cemetery of Khachkars (stone crosses).
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| Day 6 |
ALAVERDI
Continue to Alaverdi via the Goshavank Monastery and
the picturesque Haghartsin Monastery, located in a
beautiful and dense forest outside the town of Dilijan.
Overnight stay in Hotel Dzoraget.
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| Day 7 |
HAPGHPAT, SANAHIN AND YEREVAN
Return to Yerevan via Haghpat and Sanahin, with
optional hiking (approximately 40 minutes) to the
Kobair Monastery. Check-in Hotel at Aviatrans for
2 nights. |
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Day 8
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ECHIMIADZIN AND ZVARNOTS
Excursion to Echmiadzin, St. Hripsime and Zvarnots.
Starting in Echmiadzin, the religious centre of Armenia
and just 20 km from Yerevan, visit the cathedral and
the adjacent museum, which houses all manner of
manuscripts, religious gifts and relics. Also visit the
Church of the Holy Virgin Hripsime, a 7th Century
construction which affords good views of both Mount
Ararat and Mount Aragats.
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| Day 9 |
GARNI AND GEGHARD
Excursion to the Garni Pagan Temple and Geghard
Monastery. Garni Temple, dating from the 1st century
AD, was once a building in a great complex of palaces
and temples, serving as a summer residence for the
Armenian Kings of the day. Enjoy a pleasant walk to
the Geghard Cave Monastery, cut into the side of the
cliff and surrounded by ancient gravestones. Afternoon
visit to Matenadaran - a massive depositary of
ancient manuscripts. |
| Day 10 |
FLY TO UK
Morning transfer to airport for flight to the UK. |
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Prices 2008
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Price per person twin-share
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Low
Season
1
Jan - 13 Jun
1 Sep - 12 Dec,
29-31 Dec
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High Season
14
Jun - 31 Aug
13 Dec - 28 Dec
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2
People travelling
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£1575
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£1640
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3 People travelling
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£1395
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£1460
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4 People travelling
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£1290
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£1355
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Single
Room Supplement
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£195
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£195
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| PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO A HUGE INCREASE IN FUEL SURCHARGES IMPOSED BY BMI SINCE PRINTING OUR BROCHURE - THERE IS A SUPPLEMENT £85 PER PERSON ON ALL THESE ITINERARIES |
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Included in Cost of Itinerary
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· Return flights in economy class with British
Airways |
| · All airport taxes and security
charges except Armenia departure tax |
| · All accommodation in three-star
hotels and local guesthouses with breakfast |
| · Half board on days 2 to 9
(breakfast and lunch) |
| · Dinners on days 4 to 6 |
| · All transfers and transportation
throughout with English speaking driver/guide |
| · Entrance fees on sightseeing
tours |
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Not Included in Cost of Itinerary
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Armenia departure tax
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US$23 payable at Yerevan airport
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Armenian Visa
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USD30 on arrival
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Bookings
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| To confirm a booking, we require a
deposit of £100 per person plus a signed booking
form |
| This itinerary and quotation is only
a suggestion. Please let us know if you would like
any changes to be made to this itinerary |
| Please note
that all prices shown are subject to availability
at time of booking. |
Should you wish
to inquire about this itinerary, or require more information
about tailor-making a tour of the Caucasus please contact
our specialist:
Jill@regent-holidays.co.uk
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