Armenia Off-Road & Vino Discovery 2025
895 USD
per person
Experience the pristine beauty of Armenia’s hinterland on our 6 Days | 5 Nights “Armenia Off-Road & Vino Discovery”. Discover the breathtaking Gnishik Canyon, explore the historic Smbataberd Fortress, and witness the endangered Bezoar goats in their natural habitat. Venture into Yerevan’s Kond district for a unique experience, uncover the ancient history of winemaking at Areni-1 Cave, and marvel at the spectacular views of Mt. Dimats. A perfect blend of adventure, history, and nature awaits!
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Duration6 Days | 5 Nights
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ArrivalYerevan
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DepartureYerevan
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Group sizemin 2 persons - $895 p.p.
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Price includesall transfers according to a program in a car or minivan with A/Caccommodation in a DBL or TWN rooms in 4* hotels (5 nights)breakfastsEnglish speaking guide servicesentrance fees according to a program4x4 local jeep in Gnishik Protected Area4x4 local jeep to Smbataberd Fortress4x4 Wyllis jeep to Mt. Dimatswine tasting at "Areni-1" cavecheese tasting at Mikayelyan Family Farm1 Armenia country map per person1 bottle of water per day per person (0.5L)
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Price doesn't includeairfareentry visas (if applied)insurancethe cover of medical emergencieslunches & dinnersall additional tours not mentioned in the program
6 days | 5 nights
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IncludedArmenia Off-Road & Vino Discovery 2025
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DAY 1 YEREVAN ARRIVAL
Arrive at Zvartnots International Airport, meet your travel representative, and transfer to the hotel for check-in. Overnight in Yerevan.
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DAY 2 YEREVAN CITY TOUR
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day city tour, starting with a visit to Kond, one of Yerevan’s oldest districts. This historic area, characterized by narrow streets and ancient buildings, captivates tourists interested in exploring the city's heritage. Visit a local house for tea and traditional Armenian gata.
Continue to Victory Park and the Mother Armenia monument. Explore the Cascade Complex, Sculpture Park, and Cafesjian Center for the Arts. Walking tour including outside visit the Opera House, Northern Avenue, and Republic Square. Visit farmers market “Shuka”, where you can buy dried fruits, nuts, local sweets, spices. Visit Vernissage flea market for buying local handmade souvenirs from wood, semi-precious stones, silver etc. Overnight in Yerevan.
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DAY 3 YEREVAN – NORAVANK – GNISHIK – ARENI-1 CAVE - YEGHEGIS
Breakfast. Check out from hotel. Drive to Vayots Dzor province. Take a local 4x4 jeeps to visit Gnishik Protected Area. Gnishak Canyon presents a breathtaking natural wonder characterized by stunning rock formations and vibrant landscapes, and can be considered as a real haven for nature enthusiasts. During the tour, you will have an opportunity to see Noravank from the totally different angle, the astonishing views from the above. In addition, the guide will take you to an observation spot, from where you can see the endangered Bezoar goats.
Visit Areni-1 Cave, known for its ancient winery and 5,500-year-old leather shoe. Enjoy a wine-tasting experience featuring wines made using traditional methods. Continue to Yeghegis village for check-in and overnight.
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DAY 4 YEGHEGIS – SMBATABERD - VARDENYATS PASS – LAKE SEVAN - DILIJAN
Breakfast. Take local jeep to drive to visit Smbataberd Fortress. Located high on a hill and surrounded by deep gorges, the Smbataberd Fortress is one of Armenia's most impressive fortifications.
Return to hotel. Check out from the hotel and drive to Lake Sevan via Vardenyats Pass. Stop at Orbelian Caravanserai, located at 2,410m above sea level.
Continue to Lake Sevan. On the way visit Mikayelyan Family Farm which stands in five minutes’ ride from the famous Noratus khachkars. Take a tour to of the creamery and have a tasting of 10 types of craft cheese.
Drive to visit Lake Sevan - the largest lake in Armenia and one of the largest high-altitude lakes in the world. The lake is known for its stunning beauty.
Continue to Dilijan - a picturesque town in the Tavush Province of Armenia. Check into hotel. Overnight in Dilijan.
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DAY 5 DILIJAN – DIMATS MOUNTAIN - SHAGHOT WATERFALL - YEREVAN
Breakfast. Check out from hotel. Drive to Haghartsin village for taking local 4x4 Willys Jeeps for doing an off-road tour to Mt. Dimats - a hidden gem for adventure enthusiasts and nature lovers. Nestled in the heart of a picturesque landscape, it offers stunning view to the rocky walls of the Ijevan Mountains. The jeeping will take 4-5 hrs, the group will have a picnic at the top of the mountain. Have a light hike to Shaghot Waterfall.
Return to Dilijan. Drive to Yerevan. Check into hotel. Overnight in Yerevan.
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DAY 6 YEREVAN DEPARTURE
Breakfast. Check out from hotel. Transfer to Zvartnots International Airport. Departure from Yerevan.
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