Exploration of the Lake Sevan, Spa Town of Tsaghkadzor and Dilijan

Description

No matter if you are traveling alone or with your family and friends. Armenia is one of the safest countries in the world, with numerous and ageless testimonies of its glorious past. Together with alluring landscapes and historical monuments, Armenia offers complete security for all visitors.It proposes a wide variety of entertainment and activities for every traveler who sets foot on its land. The diverse landscapes of Armenia will let you choose your preferred type of the holiday: from hiking to cultural discoveries, from extreme tours to religious explorations. It is a country rich in cultural legacy and traditions and festivities that developed in accordance with modernity that is still celebrated today. Be enchanted by the natural beauty of its proud peaks, vivid landscapes, and crystal clear waters. We cordially invite you to delve into the picturesque nature of Armenia. This time we offer you to reveal the spa Town Tsaghkadzor, the “blue pearl” of Armenia, Sevan and Dilijan. At the beginning of the day, your guide will greet you at the lobby of your hotel in Yerevan, in order to head to the spa Town Tsaghkadzor. This town is considered as the most developed ski resort in the whole country. The very name Tsaghkadzor means "The valley of flowers or flower canyon" in Armenian. Also, it is well-known as a major spa and health resort. Tsaghkadzor is very famous winter town, as it is tourist-friendly and different infrastructures have been created for a comfortable stay: resorts, free WiFi access throughout the ski tracks, roads, ropeways, ski rent points. As we arrive, you will take a ropeway and reach to the top of the Mount Teghenis, from where a perfect view over the Armenian landscape will gratify you. Later, when the ropeway takes you back to the starting point, we will take a short city tour in Tsaghkadzor.

Next, we will drive to the "blue treasure" called Sevan to enjoy our leisurely walk on the lakeshore. Afterward, we will take a direction to the Peninsula of Sevan, to admire its 9th-century monastery. The structure is located on the top of the peninsula and its dominating position on the promontory rewards us with spectacular views over the lake. Next, we will take a road to Dilijan. This town, also called “Little Switzerland” of Armenia, is a worthwhile place to visit and unfold its lush forested area and the rolling roads through the mountains. We will take a stroll in its old part of Dilijan, known as Shamberyan street, where traditional wooden balconies give a unique charm to this cozy and lively street. Afterwords, our curiosity will bring us to the 13th century Haghartsin Monastery, nestled in the forested mountainside. It is an astonishing harmony of nature and architecture. The monastery’s name comes from "hagh" (play) and "artsin" (eagle, a form of the actual word "artsiv"), hence, the eagle which was soaring over the main building of the monastery. This is a totally enchanting and the place is ideal for taking memorable pictures. At the end of the day we will drive back to the hotel in Yerevan.

* The minimum number of participants for this excursion is 2 people. Solo travelers must pay the total amount for two to book the excursion.