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Armenia Classic — Yerevan, Garni and Tatev
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6-Day Armenia Classic — Yerevan, Garni and Tatev

The essential Armenia circuit — the volcanic pink city of Yerevan, the pagan Garni Temple, the cave monastery at Geghard, the jaw-dropping Tatev Monastery reached by the world's longest reversible cable car, and the deep Vorotan gorge. Everything is within a three-hour drive.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Arrive Yerevan

    Airport pickup. Check in and evening walk through Republic Square. Armenian dinner.

    Meals
    Dinner
    Stay
    Yerevan
  2. Day 2: Yerevan city

    Cascade complex and its sculpture garden, Vernissage market, Ararat Brandy Factory tasting. Evening at the musical fountains.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Stay
    Yerevan
  3. Day 3: Garni and Geghard

    Garni pagan Temple and the cave monastery at Geghard. Lunch with a local family. Symphony of Stones basalt column formation.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Stay
    Yerevan
  4. Day 4: Lake Sevan

    Drive to Lake Sevan, Sevanavank monastery on the peninsula. Return via the evening market.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Stay
    Yerevan
  5. Day 5: Tatev

    Early start for the Vorotan gorge. Cable car to Tatev Monastery. Old Khndzoresk cave village on the way back.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Stay
    Goris / Yerevan
  6. Day 6: Departure

    Transfer to Zvartnots Airport.

    Meals
    Breakfast

Trip Highlights

  • Tatev Monastery via the Wings of Tatev cable car
  • Garni Temple — the only standing Greco-Roman building in the Caucasus
  • Geghard cave monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site
  • Ararat Brandy Factory tasting session in Yerevan
  • Lake Sevan and the Sevanavank peninsula monastery

What's included

  • Accommodation as per the itinerary, on twin sharing
  • Daily breakfast throughout
  • All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle
  • English-speaking local guide for all site visits
  • All entry fees to monuments and churches mentioned in the itinerary
  • Airport transfers both ways

What's not included

  • International airfare to and from Yerevan
  • Lunch and dinner unless specified
  • Armenian visa fees (visa-on-arrival available for Indian passport holders)
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
  • Anything not listed under inclusions

Pickup point

Zvartnots International Airport, Yerevan

Cancellation policy

Cancel 30 days or more before departure — full refund minus a ₹3,000 processing fee.

Cancel 15 to 29 days before departure — 50% of the trip cost is refunded.

Cancel 7 to 14 days before departure — 25% of the trip cost is refunded.

Cancel within 7 days of departure — no refund.

International trips may have additional supplier cancellation terms that override this policy for pre-purchased tickets and hotel blocks; these are confirmed at booking.

Frequently asked questions

Do Indians need a visa for Armenia?

Indian passport holders can get a visa on arrival at Zvartnots Airport in Yerevan. An e-visa is also available online through the official Armenian e-visa portal. The fee is approximately USD 6 for a 21-day stay. Processing is quick and the process is straightforward.

What is the best time to visit Armenia?

April to June and September to October are the most pleasant months — mild weather, wildflowers in spring and turning autumn colours on the monastery trails. July and August are hot and dry in Yerevan but cooler in the highlands around Dilijan. Winter brings heavy snow and ski season at Tsaghkadzor.

Is Armenia safe for Indian tourists?

Armenia is considered one of the safest countries in the region. Yerevan is walkable and crime rates are low. Solo travellers and families are both welcome. The locals are warm and genuinely hospitable.

What currency is used in Armenia?

The Armenian Dram (AMD). USD is widely accepted in hotels and restaurants. ATMs are plentiful in Yerevan. Card payments work in most modern establishments.

What is Armenian brandy like?

It is considered among the finest in the world — aged in oak barrels, smooth and not as sweet as cognac. A visit to the Ararat Brandy Factory in Yerevan is one of the best things to do in the city. Tasting flights are available.

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