Yerevan – Khor Virap – Ejmiatsin – Zvartnots – Amberd – Yerevan
Breakfast at the hotel.
10:00 — Pick up from the hotel.
11:00–12:00 — We will drive to Khor Virap, it takes about 40 minutes (approximately 40 km). Visit the Khor Virap Monastery, one of Armenia’s most significant religious sites. The monastery offers stunning views of Mount Ararat. Explore the complex, learn about the history of St. Gregory the Illuminator’s imprisonment here, and understand the significance of the site in the conversion of Armenia to Christianity in the early 4th century.
12:40–13:40 — Drive to Ejmiatsin (about 20 minutes, 12 km). Visit the Mother Cathedral of Ejmiatsin, the spiritual center of the Armenian Apostolic Church and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the cathedral’s rich history, architecture, and religious significance. You can also visit the nearby churches of St. Gayane and St. Hripsime, which are part of the Ejmiatsin complex.
14:00–15:00 — Enjoy lunch in Dilijan at a local Restaurant. (On Own)
15:30–16:00 — Continue the journey to Zvartnots (about 15 minutes, 8 km). Explore the ruins of the Zvartnots Temple, an ancient 7th-century cathedral that was once a symbol of Armenian architectural achievement. The site offers spectacular views of Mount Ararat and is a great spot for photos.
16:40–18:00 — Drive to Amberd Fortress (about 40 minutes, 45 km). Explore Amberd, a medieval fortress situated on the slopes of Mount Aragats. Visit the fortress complex, which includes a 10th-century church, defensive walls, and towers. Enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and learn about the fortress’s strategic importance during the medieval period.
19:00 — Drive back to Yerevan.
20:00 — Dinner as per your choice of cuisine or restaurant. (On Own)
21:00 — Transfer to Hotel. Overnight at a hotel in Yerevan. (B/-/-)