ARMENIA
Overview
Duration: 5 Days 4 Nights
Every season in Armenia offers its own bright colors, beautiful nature, and amazing flavors. Whether it’s the snow-white winter wonderland, the golden autumn, the colorful spring, or the sunny summer, Armenia awaits you to explore its riches and begin your adventure.
| Check-In | Check-Out | Category | Occupancy | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday Inn Express/Metropol Hotel Yerevan/ Best Western Plus Congress Hotel | 01-Jul-2024 | 05-Jul-2024 | Double/Twin | 2 adults |
Key Highlights
Armenia Trip Itinerary
Arrival to Yerevan
- Staying at: Hotel in Yerevan, Armenia
- Activities: Transfer and accommodation in the hotel. Relax. Overnight in the hotel.
Yerevan City Tour
- Meals Included: Breakfast
- Staying at: Hotel in Yerevan, Armenia
- Description:
- Republic Square
- Opera Square
- Northern Avenue
- The Cascade Monument
- Yerevan State University
- Victory Park with the statue of “Mother Armenia”
- Tsitsernakaberd Memorial
- Matenadaran (ancient manuscripts)
- ARARAT Armenian Brandy Factory (with brandy tasting)
- Shopping at Dalma Mall
- Dinner in a typical Yerevan tavern
Yerevan-Garni-Geghard –Lake Sevan-Yerevan
- Meals Included: Breakfast
- Staying at: Hotel in Yerevan, Armenia
- Description:
- Visit Garni
- Temple of the Sun
- Summer residence of Armenian Kings
- Visit Geghard
- Rock-carved monastery (UNESCO site)
- Lunch with locals in Garni
- Lavash preparation
- Sevan Peninsula
- Monastery from IX century
- Boat trip on Lake Sevan (weather permitting)
- Visit Garni
Yerevan-Echmiadzin-Zvartnots-Yerevan
- Meals Included: Breakfast
- Staying at: Hotel in Yerevan, Armenia
- Activities:
- Visit Echmiadzin
- Center of Armenian Apostolic Church (UNESCO site)
- Visit Zvartnots
- UNESCO site
- Visit Vernissage
- Arts and crafts market
- Farewell dinner
- Traditional Armenian dances and songs
- Visit Echmiadzin
Departure
- Meals Included: Breakfast
- Activities: Transfer to the airport at the appropriate time. End of services.
ADDITIONAL INFO.
What's included and not
Inclusions
- 4 nights in Yerevan in the chosen category hotel
- Transportation as scheduled
- Transfer to and from the airport
- English-speaking guide services
- Meals: 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners, water in the vehicle (1 bottle per person per day), soft drinks during meals, wine during the last dinner
- Boat excursion on Lake Sevan or ascent in a chairlift in Tsaghkadzor ski resort (Day 3)
- Participation in the ritual of preparing lavash (Day 3)
- Entrance fees to the museums and sites indicated in the program
- Tips to restaurant waiters and hotel porters
Exclusions
- Travel insurance
- Meals not listed in the program
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Airfare tickets
- Items not indicated in the “Inclusions”
faq's
Learn more on the trip
What clothing is required for Armenia?
Armenia has a continental climate. For summer, lightweight cotton clothing and rainwear for sudden cloudbursts are advised. For winter, medium to heavyweight clothing is necessary, especially in the Ararat valley and near Lake Arpi where temperatures can be extremely low.
Is tap water safe to drink in Armenia?
Yes, Armenia’s tap water is fresh and safe to drink without boiling or filtering.
What type of power plugs and voltage are used in Armenia?
Armenia uses power plugs and sockets of types C and F. The standard voltage is 230V and the standard frequency is 50Hz.
What is the currency in Armenia?
The currency is the Armenian Dram (AMD). Currency exchange is readily available at numerous branches of local banks.
What are the museum hours in Armenia?
Museums in Armenia are generally open every day except Mondays, usually from 11:00 to 17:00/17:30. For more information, visit the official website of Yerevan Municipality.
What are the banking hours in Armenia?
Banks are open on weekdays from 09:00 to 17:00, and some banks are also open on Saturdays with shorter working hours.
What are the COVID-19 travel restrictions for entering Armenia?
Travelers must provide a COVID-19 PCR test certificate with a negative result taken within the previous 72 hours or a certification of complete vaccination against COVID-19 with the second dosage taken at least 14 days before entering the country. Children up to 1-year-old are exempt. Foreigners can enter Armenia via air and land borders. Detailed regulations and quarantine information are available as per government guidelines.
Is a visa required to visit Armenia?
Yes, a visa is required except for citizens of certain CIS and East Bloc countries. A 3-week visa upon arrival costs 3000 AMD ($6), and a visitor visa for up to 120 days costs 15000 AMD ($31). Visas can be extended at the Passport and Visa Department of the Police of the Republic of Armenia.
