Group Tour from Yerevan: Lake Sevan (Sevanavank), Dilijan (Goshavank, Haghartsin)
by Hyur Service
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This group day trip lasts about 9 to 10 hours and includes transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi. The journey begins and ends at the Hyur Service point. The first visit is Lake Sevan, a large freshwater lake at about 1900 meters above sea level, surrounded by mountains over 3000 meters high. The lake has volcanic origins and features clear water and scenic views. Next is Sevanavank monastery on the lake's peninsula, built in 874 by Princess Mariam. Visitors can see the twin churches and the peninsula's elevated position above the lake. Afterwards, the tour stops briefly in Dilijan town, located within Dilijan National Park and known for its forested surroundings. Then the group visits Haghartsin monastery, founded in the 10th to 11th centuries and expanded in later centuries. The complex includes several churches such as St. Grigor, St. Astvatsatsin, and St. Stepanos, as well as a notable refectory. Near Haghartsin is the hollow of an ancient oak tree linked to a local wish-making tradition. The final stop is Goshavank monastery, established by Mkhitar Gosh. The site includes religious and secular buildings and features a khachkar carved in 1291 by master Poghos. The monasteries are surrounded by green areas and showcase medieval Armenian religious architecture. The tour includes bottled water, pastries, and admission tickets. A professional guide provides commentary in English and Russian consecutively. Lunch is not included, and hotel pickup and drop-off are not provided. Participants should expect about 200 steps to climb at Sevanavank and a 600-meter walk downhill to Haghartsin.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Hyur Service
This is the starting and ending point of the tour.
15 min
Lake Sevan
Lake Sevan is a large freshwater lake located approximately 1900 meters above sea level in mountainous Armenia. It is of volcanic origin and surrounded by mountains rising above 3000 meters. The lake offers clear water and scenic landscapes, making it a popular resting spot. The area also features a peninsula with a medieval church complex dating back to 874.
30 min
Monastery Sevanavank
Sevanavank monastery stands on the peninsula in the north-western part of Lake Sevan. It was built in 874 by Princess Mariam, daughter of King Ashot Bagratuni. The monastery consists of churches whose silhouette against the lake and sky provides a distinctive view. The peninsula rises above the water, offering panoramic sights of Lake Sevan.
60 min
Goshavank Monastery
Goshavank monastery was founded by medieval scholar Mkhitar Gosh. The complex includes several religious and secular buildings. In front of the one-naved basilica, there is a notable khachkar carved in 1291 by master Poghos. Historically, Goshavank was an important religious and cultural center in medieval Armenia.
40 min
Haghartsin Monastery
Haghartsin monastery is located in the forests of the Tavush region. Established in the 10th to 11th centuries with additions in the 12th and 13th centuries, it comprises the churches of St. Grigor, St. Astvatsatsin, St. Stepanos, and other buildings. The refectory is noted for its architectural design. Nearby is the hollow of a large oak tree, once nearly as old as the monastery. Visitors can pass through this hollow as part of a wish-making tradition.
60 min
Meeting point
on the left hand, little bit down from Nalbandyan and Tumanyan corner
End point
on the left hand, little bit down from Nalbandyan and Tumanyan corner
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Group Tour from Yerevan: Lake Sevan (Sevanavank), Dilijan (Goshavank, Haghartsin)
by Hyur Service
Choose from 2 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.$78Overview
This group day trip lasts about 9 to 10 hours and includes transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi. The journey begins and ends at the Hyur Service point. The first visit is Lake Sevan, a large freshwater lake at about 1900 meters above sea level, surrounded by mountains over 3000 meters high. The lake has volcanic origins and features clear water and scenic views. Next is Sevanavank monastery on the lake's peninsula, built in 874 by Princess Mariam. Visitors can see the twin churches and the peninsula's elevated position above the lake. Afterwards, the tour stops briefly in Dilijan town, located within Dilijan National Park and known for its forested surroundings. Then the group visits Haghartsin monastery, founded in the 10th to 11th centuries and expanded in later centuries. The complex includes several churches such as St. Grigor, St. Astvatsatsin, and St. Stepanos, as well as a notable refectory. Near Haghartsin is the hollow of an ancient oak tree linked to a local wish-making tradition. The final stop is Goshavank monastery, established by Mkhitar Gosh. The site includes religious and secular buildings and features a khachkar carved in 1291 by master Poghos. The monasteries are surrounded by green areas and showcase medieval Armenian religious architecture. The tour includes bottled water, pastries, and admission tickets. A professional guide provides commentary in English and Russian consecutively. Lunch is not included, and hotel pickup and drop-off are not provided. Participants should expect about 200 steps to climb at Sevanavank and a 600-meter walk downhill to Haghartsin.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Hyur Service
This is the starting and ending point of the tour.
15 min
Lake Sevan
Lake Sevan is a large freshwater lake located approximately 1900 meters above sea level in mountainous Armenia. It is of volcanic origin and surrounded by mountains rising above 3000 meters. The lake offers clear water and scenic landscapes, making it a popular resting spot. The area also features a peninsula with a medieval church complex dating back to 874.
30 min
Monastery Sevanavank
Sevanavank monastery stands on the peninsula in the north-western part of Lake Sevan. It was built in 874 by Princess Mariam, daughter of King Ashot Bagratuni. The monastery consists of churches whose silhouette against the lake and sky provides a distinctive view. The peninsula rises above the water, offering panoramic sights of Lake Sevan.
60 min
Goshavank Monastery
Goshavank monastery was founded by medieval scholar Mkhitar Gosh. The complex includes several religious and secular buildings. In front of the one-naved basilica, there is a notable khachkar carved in 1291 by master Poghos. Historically, Goshavank was an important religious and cultural center in medieval Armenia.
40 min
Haghartsin Monastery
Haghartsin monastery is located in the forests of the Tavush region. Established in the 10th to 11th centuries with additions in the 12th and 13th centuries, it comprises the churches of St. Grigor, St. Astvatsatsin, St. Stepanos, and other buildings. The refectory is noted for its architectural design. Nearby is the hollow of a large oak tree, once nearly as old as the monastery. Visitors can pass through this hollow as part of a wish-making tradition.
60 min
Meeting point
on the left hand, little bit down from Nalbandyan and Tumanyan corner
End point
on the left hand, little bit down from Nalbandyan and Tumanyan corner
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.