Armenia from Beginning to End - Exclusive Program/Fixed Departure Boutique Accommodation, All Tours and Meals Included - Easy Visa 4 Nights/5 Days

Day 1: Istanbul - Yerevan
Time 20:30 Recommended arrival time at Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
Time 23:25 We depart toward Yerevan, the "Four Seasons Are More Beautiful" capital of Armenia, on flight PC 550 operated by Pegasus Airlines.
Note: Since your flight time anticipates an early hotel arrival, your accommodation reservation has been initiated today so you can enter your rooms smoothly.

Day 2: Yerevan (Breakfast, Dinner)
Time 02:30 Arrival in Yerevan. After completing necessary procedures, transfer to our hotel and settle into rooms. Accommodation at the hotel.
Breakfast at our hotel. Free time to relax due to late arrival.
In the afternoon, we begin Yerevan City Tour. Armenia, one of the oldest settlements in the South Caucasus, has hosted many civilizations throughout its history. With its mild spring, sunny summer, rainy autumn, and snowy winter, each season is beautiful in its own way. Armenia offers visitors a rich cultural heritage, stunning natural wonders, deep-rooted cultural features, hospitable people, and a refined cuisine with exquisite flavors, providing a unique experience. Modern and classical beat together, old and new are harmonized in Yerevan, one of the most beautiful cities.
In our tour, we will see some of the main sights such as the Republic Square with its neo-classical buildings, the National Opera and Ballet Theater from the 19th century, the magnificent Ararat Mountain (Ağrı Mountain) view from behind, the Cascade Complex, the Cafesijan Art Center and Sculpture Park, the Victory Park with its breathtaking views, the Parliament building among city landmarks, historic streets like Buzandi, Aram, and Abovyan Streets, and the Vernisage Market where you can buy souvenirs. The vibrant Pushkin and Parpetsi Streets with street artists and numerous venues are also highlights. At the end of the city tour, we enjoy dinner in a local restaurant known for its delicious cuisine and folkloric shows, showcasing the best examples of Armenian cuisine (dinner included, drinks excluded). Afterwards, transfer to the hotel.
Restaurant used (Folkloric Show Dinner): Tavern Yerivan Riverside (Summer)
https://www.yeremyanprojects.com/en/restaurants/tavern-yerevan-riverside
Restaurant used (Folkloric Show Dinner): Tavern Yerevan (Winter)
https://www.yeremyanprojects.com/en/restaurants/tavern-yerevan

Day 3: Yerevan (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) (Voghjaberd, Geghard, Garni, Khor Virap, Echmiadzin)
After breakfast, we depart from the hotel for a day filled with magnificent sights. Our first stop is Charent Arch in Voghjaberd Village, which is designed as an opening towards Mount Ararat. (Approx. 15 km). According to the Bible, Noah’s Ark came to rest in this region. Next, we visit the Geghard Monastery, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Located in the Azat Valley, the monastery was carved out of rocks between the 4th and 13th centuries and is one of the important Christian sanctuaries of the world. The monastery’s treasury contains the Spear of Christ which wounded Jesus. After that, we go to Garni Village for lunch. In our traditional restaurant, you can make bread with local women during lunch hour. Later, we see the natural wonder known as 'Stone Symphony', a natural formation listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Rain and wind have sculpted these stones into symmetrical hexagonal shapes over thousands of years, creating what looks like a 'Basalt Organ'. Subsequently, we head to the Garni Temple, built in the 1st century AD, which is the only pagan temple still standing from that era. It was built in honor of the Sun God Mithra, reflecting pre-Christian Caucasia religious practices. Next, we visit Khor Virap Monastery, located very close to the Turkish border, at the foot of Mount Ararat. Established initially as a chapel in 642 and expanded to its current form in 1662, Khor Virap is one of the most significant religious sites in Armenia. Lastly, we visit Echmiadzin (Vagharshapat), the spiritual center of the Armenian Apostolic Church in Armavir, about 50 km away. The city, which in 301 AD became the first country to adopt Christianity as its state religion, hosts the Echmiadzin Cathedral, built after the acceptance of Christianity and still active today. It is regarded as the oldest cathedral in the world and remains the spiritual center and throne of the Armenian Church. In the evening, we are taken to a special restaurant renowned for its delicious food, cultural, and artistic activities. After the tour, transfer back to Yerevan (~25 km).
Kullanılacak Restoran (Lunch): Sergei Mot
https://www.instagram.com/sergeysplace/
Used Restaurant (Dinner): Machanents House
https://machanents.com/en/about-us/machanents-house/

Day 4: Yerevan - Tsaghkadzor - Lake Sevan - Goshavank - Dilijan - Yerevan (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
After breakfast and hotel check-out, we depart from the hotel. Our first stop is the beautiful mountain city ski resort Tsaghkadzor (Approx. 60 km). Here, during the break, you can freely stroll around this magnificent village covered with snow except in summer and enjoy a hot beverage in cafes. Then, we proceed towards the 940 square kilometer Lake 'Blue Pearl', the largest in the Caucasus and the highest (at 1900 meters elevation) in the world. (Approx. 90 km). The lake, referred to as 'Sky Blue Sea' in Book of Dede Korkut, was called 'Gokce Golu' (Blue Lake) in official documents until 1930. The journey offers breathtaking natural scenery.
Our first stop at the lake is the Sevanavank Monastery, which has the world’s largest collection of Khachkars (cross-stones). The monastery, built in the 8th century by monks, is still active today. After lunch at a local restaurant in Sevan Village, where you can enjoy a menu featuring local fish dishes, we visit Goshavank Monastery, built in the 12th century as a Christian monastery and school, and which has served Armenian communities through centuries.
Next, we head to Dilijan, and explore the town’s historical sites and natural beauty. After this, we have a traditional local dinner in Dilijan, experiencing the local culture and flavors. After dinner, we transfer back to Yerevan (~100 km).
Kullanılacak Restoran (Lunch): Yasaman Sevan
https://www.yasaman.am/en/sevan
Used Restaurant (Dinner): Old Dilijan Restaurant
https://olddilijan.am/menu/20

Day 5: Yerevan - Istanbul
Transfer to Yerevan Airport as per guide’s schedule.
Time 06:30 Departure to Istanbul on flight PC 551 operated by Pegasus Airlines.
Time 08:00 Arrival in Istanbul.