Day trip

Discover the scenic north-eastern regions of Armenia on a full-day guided tour from Yerevan. Visit the city of Tsaghkadzor, Kecharis Monastery, Lake Sevan, and the Sevanavank Monastery.

About this activity

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Duration 8 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
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Live tour guide: English, Russian

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Itinerary

Starting location:
Hyur Service
Kecharis Monastery
Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk, Bus tour (30 minutes)
Tsaghkadzor
Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk, Bus tour, Scenic views on the way (1 hour)
Cable car
(10 minutes)
Lake Sevan
Lunch (1 hour)
Optional, Extra fee
Sevanavank
Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Bus tour, Scenic views on the way (40 minutes)
Lake Sevan
Swimming, Scenic views on the way (40 minutes)
Arrive back at:
Hyur Service

Main stop

Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

Visit the beautiful city of Tsaghkadzor
Take a cable car ride in the city
Marvel at one of the largest freshwater high-altitude lakes in Eurasia at Lake Sevan
Visit the Sevanavank Monastery overlooking the lake

Full description

Meet at the office of the local partner in Yerevan at 10:00 AM. Travel out of the city towards the north-western region of Armenia. First, stop at the city of Tsaghkadzor, situated in the Kotayk region 50 kilometers north of the capital. This city is considered to be one of the most popular winter resorts in Armenia.

Explore the city which is surrounded by picturesque mountains and forests. Visit the Kecharis Monastery which dates back to the 11th century. The monastery consists of four churches and a half-destroyed mausoleum of Grigorius Pahlavuni, who financed the construction of the monastery.

Next travel to the beautiful Lake Sevan, which is one of the world's highest fresh-water lakes, located about 1,900 meters above sea level. Enjoy a stroll beside the lake surrounded by tall mountain peaks. Admire the crystal-clear water of the lake in a truly tranquil location.

Visit the nearby Sevanavank Monastery, which was built on the peninsula in the year 874. Admire the reflection of the churches on the still lake surface. Then, make your way to a restaurant located on the shore where you can enjoy some lunch, at your own expense. After lunch, be returned to the meeting point in Yerevan.

Includes

English- and Russian-speaking guide
Air-conditioned transportation
Sevan trout barbecue snack
Light refreshments (bottled water and sweets)
Wi-Fi
Cable car ride ticket (1 station/2-way)

Lunch price (3900 - 4900AMD = 10-13 USD)

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Please arrive at the meeting point 15-30 minutes before the activity starts for check-in

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Cash
Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

Shorts
Short skirts

Know before you go

You must climb 200 steps to reach Sevanavank Monastery
Seats are not fixed in advance
Please bring cash in drams with you for lunch, as it is not always possible to pay for lunch in the restaurant by credit card

Nearby destinations

Nearby sights

From Yerevan: Tsaghkadzor & Lake Sevan Guided Tour