Age
0+
Group size
1-14
Transport
By car
Language
English
Duration
10 hours
About this experience
On the way to the high-mountain lake Sevan, you will enjoy beautiful views of the foothill regions of Armenia, breathe in the healing air in the pine forests of Dilijan, attend a pottery master class, explore the medieval architecture of monasteries and temples, and bathe in thermal springs.
What to expect
- Travel through three vibrant provinces of Armenia: Kotayk, Gegharkunik, and Tavush.
- Tasting dishes of fish and crayfish with a beautiful view of Lake Sevan.
- Sevanavank Monastery, Haghartsin Monastery - an amazing harmony of human creativity and nature. You will hear a brief history of the monasteries and a story about traditional architectural styles of temple constructions.
- Pine forests and broad-leaved forests of Dilijan, thanks to which the "healing" climate of this resort town has been attracting people interested in prevention and treatment of respiratory diseases since the 19th century.
- Master class in pottery and acquaintance with the creativity of a wood carver.
- Bathing in thermal springs (optional) on the way back to Yerevan.
The hero of the film "Mimino", played by the actor Frunzik Mkrtchyan, was actually "from Dilijan". So let's check if the water in Dilijan really ranks second in the world after… San Francisco.
Organizational details
- The cost of 1 hour of bathing will be 10 euros per person, including the way to the thermal springs
- The cost of lunch at Sevan on average is 10 euros per person without alcohol, with alcohol - up to 15 euros
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