Armenia is known for its beautiful landscapes, its culture, history and cuisine. As Armenia was the first country to officially adopt Christianity, you can find some of the world’s oldest churches and monasteries located in the beautiful natural settings. The world’s first wine was also produced in Armenia over 6,000 years ago, and today Armenia offers a great combination of history, tastes and innovation for wine enthusiasts.
The following FAM Trip summary – hosted by our local travel partner in Armenia – showcases some of the many travel highlights Armenia offers corporate and leisure travel groups.
HIGHLIGHTS
Yerevan City Tour & Echmiadzin
- Yerevan city tour: bus and walking tour
- Echmiadzin: spiritual center for Armenians – visit Etchmiadzin Cathedral
- Visit St. Hripsime church (7th century, UNESCO site)
- Lunch and Armenian Gata sweet making masterclass
- Zvartnots Cathedral (7th century)
Khor Virap, Noravank, Areni Village & Wine Tasting
- Khor Virap Monastery (Ararat Valley)
- Noravank Monastery (13th century)
- Bird’s Cave: Site where the world’s oldest leather shoe was found (5500+ years old) and the first winery in the world
- Areni village tour, visit to local winery and wine tasting
Geghard Monastery, Garni Temple & Sevan Lake
- Geghard Medieval Monastery (partially carved out of the mountain, UNESCO site)
- Garni Temple (only standing Greco-Roman temple in Armenia)
- Off-road Jeep Tour to the “Symphony of Stones” (Basalt formations)
- Lunch and bread making masterclass at a private house in Garni village
- Sevan Monastery on Lake Sevan
- Optional visit to Yerevan food & fruit market
Contact our DMC in Armenia for more details.