From Yerevan: Sevan, Dilijan, Haghartsin, Goshavank, Lake Parz Day Trip
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This full-day bus tour from Yerevan lasts about 8 to 9 hours and includes transportation and a professional guide. The trip begins with a visit to Sevanavank Monastery, built in 874 and located on a peninsula. The site features two churches and a 17th-century khachkar with biblical scenes. Nearby is Lake Sevan, the second-highest freshwater lake in the world at 1900 meters above sea level, known for its volcanic origin and surrounding mountain ranges. Next, the tour continues to Haghartsin Monastery, constructed mainly from travertine and basalt stones over three centuries starting in the 10th century. The monastery complex is in the Tavush forest valley and includes a refectory and a royal mausoleum. Close to the monastery, local vendors sell traditional gata pastry. The visit proceeds to Goshavank Monastery in the village of Gosh. Named after the scholar Mkhitar Gosh, the complex contains five churches, three chapels, a vestibule, and a refectory. Highlights include a 13th-century embroidered khachkar by master Poghos. The tour also includes a stop in Dilijan, where visitors see a historic district from the vehicle, noted for its local craftsmen, art galleries, and cafés. The final stop is Lake Parz followed by a tour of the Ijevan Wine and Brandy Factory. Guests tour production areas to learn about grape selection, fermentation, aging, and bottling. The visit ends with a tasting of wines and brandies paired with light local snacks. Food and drinks outside of the tasting are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Monastery Sevanavank
This monastery was built in 874 by Mariam, daughter of King Ashot I, fulfilling her vow to build 30 churches. Founded in the 4th century, it developed mostly in the 9th century. The site has two standing churches and a 17th-century khachkar with detailed biblical scenes. The name Yerevan first appeared on its dome. The monastery is located on a peninsula with stairs leading up.
60 min
Lake Sevan
Lake Sevan is a volcanic freshwater lake situated 1900 meters above sea level, making it the second-highest of its kind globally. It is surrounded by mountain ranges and divided into two parts by a large peninsula. The lake reaches a maximum depth of 83 meters and is popular for various recreational activities.
60 min
Haghartsin Monastery
Haghartsin Monastery was built between the 10th and 13th centuries using travertine and basalt stones, unlike typical Armenian structures. Located in the Tavush forest valley, the complex includes a notable refectory and a royal mausoleum. Nearby, local sellers offer traditional gata pastry.
60 min
Goshavank Monastery
Located in Gosh village, Goshavank is a medieval spiritual and educational center named after Mkhitar Gosh, a clergyman known for his influential law code. The complex includes five churches, three chapels, a vestibule, and a refectory. A 13th-century embroidered khachkar by master Poghos is a key feature.
60 min
Lake Parz
The tour includes a visit to the Ijevan Wine and Brandy Factory, where visitors see the production halls and learn about grape selection, fermentation, aging, and bottling processes. The visit concludes with a guided tasting of several wines and brandies accompanied by light local snacks.
60 min
Dilijan
From the vehicle, visitors observe the historic district of Dilijan, known for its local craftsmen, art galleries, and cozy cafés that reflect its past as a retreat for artists and poets.
20 min
Meeting point
We move in front of the main entrance of the conservatory. It is located in the area adjacent to the opera house. In front of the statue of Komitas.
End point
We move in front of the main entrance of the conservatory. It is located in the area adjacent to the opera house. In front of the statue of Komitas.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
From Yerevan: Sevan, Dilijan, Haghartsin, Goshavank, Lake Parz Day Trip
by ONE WAY TOUR
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$72Overview
This full-day bus tour from Yerevan lasts about 8 to 9 hours and includes transportation and a professional guide. The trip begins with a visit to Sevanavank Monastery, built in 874 and located on a peninsula. The site features two churches and a 17th-century khachkar with biblical scenes. Nearby is Lake Sevan, the second-highest freshwater lake in the world at 1900 meters above sea level, known for its volcanic origin and surrounding mountain ranges. Next, the tour continues to Haghartsin Monastery, constructed mainly from travertine and basalt stones over three centuries starting in the 10th century. The monastery complex is in the Tavush forest valley and includes a refectory and a royal mausoleum. Close to the monastery, local vendors sell traditional gata pastry. The visit proceeds to Goshavank Monastery in the village of Gosh. Named after the scholar Mkhitar Gosh, the complex contains five churches, three chapels, a vestibule, and a refectory. Highlights include a 13th-century embroidered khachkar by master Poghos. The tour also includes a stop in Dilijan, where visitors see a historic district from the vehicle, noted for its local craftsmen, art galleries, and cafés. The final stop is Lake Parz followed by a tour of the Ijevan Wine and Brandy Factory. Guests tour production areas to learn about grape selection, fermentation, aging, and bottling. The visit ends with a tasting of wines and brandies paired with light local snacks. Food and drinks outside of the tasting are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Monastery Sevanavank
This monastery was built in 874 by Mariam, daughter of King Ashot I, fulfilling her vow to build 30 churches. Founded in the 4th century, it developed mostly in the 9th century. The site has two standing churches and a 17th-century khachkar with detailed biblical scenes. The name Yerevan first appeared on its dome. The monastery is located on a peninsula with stairs leading up.
60 min
Lake Sevan
Lake Sevan is a volcanic freshwater lake situated 1900 meters above sea level, making it the second-highest of its kind globally. It is surrounded by mountain ranges and divided into two parts by a large peninsula. The lake reaches a maximum depth of 83 meters and is popular for various recreational activities.
60 min
Haghartsin Monastery
Haghartsin Monastery was built between the 10th and 13th centuries using travertine and basalt stones, unlike typical Armenian structures. Located in the Tavush forest valley, the complex includes a notable refectory and a royal mausoleum. Nearby, local sellers offer traditional gata pastry.
60 min
Goshavank Monastery
Located in Gosh village, Goshavank is a medieval spiritual and educational center named after Mkhitar Gosh, a clergyman known for his influential law code. The complex includes five churches, three chapels, a vestibule, and a refectory. A 13th-century embroidered khachkar by master Poghos is a key feature.
60 min
Lake Parz
The tour includes a visit to the Ijevan Wine and Brandy Factory, where visitors see the production halls and learn about grape selection, fermentation, aging, and bottling processes. The visit concludes with a guided tasting of several wines and brandies accompanied by light local snacks.
60 min
Dilijan
From the vehicle, visitors observe the historic district of Dilijan, known for its local craftsmen, art galleries, and cozy cafés that reflect its past as a retreat for artists and poets.
20 min
Meeting point
We move in front of the main entrance of the conservatory. It is located in the area adjacent to the opera house. In front of the statue of Komitas.
End point
We move in front of the main entrance of the conservatory. It is located in the area adjacent to the opera house. In front of the statue of Komitas.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.