This private tour will take you to the inspiring and impressive sites of Armenia in southeastern direction. The first stop is going to be in the old village Areni, where a 6000-year-old winery was found. You will enjoy here wine tasting and a tour around "Hin Areni" factory. Next is Shaki waterfall, located in one of the coziest and nicest corners of Syunik province, gloriously opening its striking beauty to all the admirers. Further on the route there comes a flight on the longest reversible cableway in the World – "Wings of Tatev" and a visit of the unique Tatev monastery complex. On the way back to Yerevan you will visit the ancient observatory Karahunj. The petroglyphs (paintings on rocks), found nearby, indicate that primitive man in Armenia had certain information about astronomy.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Extra stops on the route upon request
✔ Air-conditioned vehicles & professional drivers
✔ Vehicle & passengers insurance
✔ Bottled water
✔ Free pick-up & drop-off within Yerevan
✔ Professional English or Russian speaking guide service (if choosing "with a guide" option)
✖ Lunch
✖ Hin Areni tasting at 1000 AMD ~ 2.60 $ per person
✖ Tatev cable-car ticket at 9000 AMD ~ 24 $ p/p & Karahunj ticket at 1500 AMD ~ 4 $ p/p
Pickup Locations
1. Panorama Yerevan Resort
2. Silachi Hotel
3. Hotel Maison Yerevan
4. Venice Hotel
5. Chateau Gabriel
6. Ararat hotel
7. Ani Plaza Hotel
8. Bonjour Boutique Hotel Yerevan
9. City Centre Apartments
10. President Hotel by Hrazdan Hotel CJSC
11. Aviatrans
12. Best Eastern Hotel Metropol
13. ibis Yerevan Center Hotel
14. Best Western Plus Congress Hotel
15. Hotel Meg
16. Bass Boutique Hotel
17. SD Hotel
18. City Centre Hotel by Picnic
19. Ani Grand Hotel Yerevan
20. Royal Plaza By Stellar Hotels
Additional Info: Please mention your pick up address
Itinerary
1
Hin Areni Winery
Wine tasting and tour in one of the oldest wine regions
Duration: 40 minutes
2
Shaki Waterfall
relaxing beauty
Duration: 40 minutes
3
Satanayi Kamurj (Satan's Bridge)
on the way to Tatev stop at Devil's bridge and admire unforgettable views
Duration: 30 minutes
4
Tatev Monastery
Among the architectural pillars of Zangezour the monastery of Tatev doesn't have its rivals. This used to be wealthiest medieval monastery in Armenia. Besides being a religious center Tatev was also the important strategical center of Syunik kingdom.
Duration: 1.5 hours
5
Wings of Tatev
The longest non-stop aerial tramvay in the World. The 5.7-kilometer ropeway passes through a deep gorge of the River Vorotan and over hills covered with lush forests.
Duration: 15 minutes
6
Zorats Karer
The scientific expeditions proved Karahunj (Zorats Karer) to be one of the oldest observatories in the world. It is said to be about 7500 years old.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional info
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• The duration is approximate
