Armenia – The Homeland of Ancient Winemaking
4 nights/ 5 days
Day 1: Walking tour in the historic part of the capital Yerevan, visit to Saryan Street, from Art to Wine.
We will start our journey with a walking tour through the historic heart of , one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities.
Our highlight is charming Saryan Street – From Art to Wine.
The street is named after one of Armenia’s most celebrated artists, famous for portraying Armenian landscapes in vivid and expressive colors.We will visit the , where his works and personal belongings are preserved. Afterward, enjoy the lively atmosphere of Saryan Street, home to some of Yerevan’s finest wine bars. We will visit one of them to taste aromatic Armenian wines and begin discovering Armenia’s ancient winemaking traditions.
DAY 2: Treasures of Aragatsotn Region | Wine & Spiritual Heritage | ETCHMIADZIN MOTHER CATHEDRAL
Aragatsotn region takes its name from the highest mountain in Armenia, Mount Aragats. It is one of the most actively developing tourist regions, where the Myler ski resort was built in recent years, which has caused a great stir in tourism.
Our first stops on the tour will be the 13th century Saghmosavank and Hovhannavank monasteries. Both overlook the breathtaking Kasagh River gorge, creating a stunning harmony between medieval architecture and dramatic nature.
Then we will visit the Voskewaz Winery for the much-awaited wine tasting.This is a family-owned gem in the Aragatsotn region of Armenia. The name "Voskevaz," meaning "golden bunch" in Armenian,
And at the end of the day we will visit the city of Etchmiadzin, where the Mother Cathedral of Armenia is located. Many historians consider it the first Christian church built in the world.
DAY 3: Monasteries & the Cradle of Armenian Wine
Today we will travel to southern Armenia.Our first stop is the spectacular Noravank Monastery , surrounded by dramatic red rock cliffs. Its medieval architecture blends harmoniously with the mountainous landscape, making it one of Armenia’s most picturesque sites.
Then we will continue to the village, the cradle of Armenian winemaking. The village is named after the endemic Areni grape variety, cultivated for thousands of years.
Here we visit a local winery, learn about the ancient history of Armenian viticulture, and enjoy a wine tasting experience.
We will also visit the famous Khor Virap Monastery, which is connected with the adoption of Christianity in Armenia and is one of the closest points to Mount Ararat.
Day 4 : Yerevan City Tour – Culture & Brandy
Yerevan is the capital of Armenia, it started as a tiny settlement on the banks of river Hrazdan more than 2800 years ago. But now Yerevan is more than a city with an ancient culture. It is presented to tourists with its warm atmosphere, delicious cuisine, numerous springs of drinking water, the nice models of modern art, etc. During our city tour we will visit the most important museum of Yerevan- History Museum of Armenia, where you can feel and see the unique culture of a country with a history of thousands of years. We will also visit the legendary Ararat Brandy factory in Yerevan, learn about the history of Armenian viticulture and taste different types of brandy.
DAY 5 : Departure
254000 AMD
Tour Package Price Includes
- Hotel accommodation for 4 nights in the center of Yerevan
- Transportation during the tour
- Airport transfers (pickup and drop-off)
- Professional guide service
- Museum entrance tickets
- Degustations / tastings of local products