Private Lake Sevan, Sevanavank, Dilijan, Haghartsin, Goshavank Tour from Yerevan
Description
Have a rest on the shore of Lake Sevan, pearl of this mountainous country and one of the largest freshwater high-altitude lakes in Eurasia. You will also visit Sevanavank, a monastery complex on Sevan peninsula. Currently a religious seminary functions here, which is not readily open to the public, the peninsula can be named the very point from where the whole beauty of the Lake Sevan is seen. You will then see Dilijan, otherwise referred to as "Armenian Switzerland" for its fantastic natural forests. The town is a part of Dilijan National Park. The next stop is Haghartsin, a 10th century monastery which has been recently renovated by donation of Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qassimi, the Ruler of Sharjah, who was impressed by the monastery when visited it. Goshavank is the final stop surrounded by green territories. Enjoy great views!
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Sevan Lake, the fascination and the pearl of mountainous Armenia, which is one of the world's greatest high altitude fresh-water lakes. It is about 1900 m above sea level. The lake is of volcanic origin and is surrounded with mountains of 3000 m and higer. The beautiful landscape and the crystal water serve nice preconditions for excellent rest.
Goshavank was founded by the famous medieval scientist, fabulist Mkhitar Gosh. The complex consists of several religious and secular buildings. The unrivalled khachkar put in front of the one-naved basilica was created by the skillful master Poghos in 1291.Goshavank used to be one of the most famous religious and cultural centers in medieval Armenia.
Haghartsin monastery situated in the woodlands of Tavush region represents an indescribable example of blend of nature with architecture. It was founded in the 10-11th centuries, though new buildings were added in the 12-13th centuries. Now it consists of St. Grigor, St. Astvatsatsin (Holy Mother of God), St. Stepanos churches and some other buildings.The refectory due to its skillful architectural composition is of great interest. The huge oak tree, which is almost at the age of the monastery, completes the whole scene.
A marvelous scene opens in the north-western part of Sevan Lake, where the peninsula towers over the transparent surface of the lake. Sevanavank monastery was built on the peninsula in 874 by the order of king Ashot Bagratuni's daughter princess Mariam. The silhouette of the churches against the background of the turquoise lake and blue sky casts unexplainable impression on the visitors.
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- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(199)
The visit was super complete and the value for money was perfect. Everything was very well organized and explained, and the food was very good and reasonably priced despite being the typical place they take you to on a group tour. The restaurant was great and the staff was very pleasant.
¡Muchas gracias por compartir su experiencia! Nos alegra saber que disfrutó de una excursión tan completa, bien organizada y con una buena relación calidad-precio. Nos encanta también que la comida, el restaurante y la atención del personal hayan sido de su agrado. ¡Esperamos volver a recibirle en otra excursión por Armenia!
What a wonderful day with Jasmine and Ashot! I booked this tour for my husband and I and it was incredible. Highly recommend Ashot, as he is a reliable, calm driver. He was so kind and his vehicle was incredibly clean. We also highly recommend Jasmine. She is so smart, funny and knows how to perfectly schedule your day for a great time. She patiently and knowledgeably explained every detail and even gave us time to spend in these holy areas for ourselves. I wish I could have more and more weeks to spend and enjoy with them.
Your wonderful review brightened our day! It’s always our pleasure to ensure a great experience for our guests.
Our guide, Nina, was great, she was attentive to the group at all times, she organized the times very well and the explanations were pleasant and appropriate. Spartak, the driver, was very cautious and professional, especially on some mountain stretches where he demonstrated great skill behind the wheel. The places we visited were picturesque and interesting. Recommended.
Muchas gracias por sus palabras tan amables. Estaremos encantados de ofrecerles nuestros servicios en futuras visitas.
Private tour for 7 days : we decided on the program and agency fine tuned it. Wonderful time. Khachatur is an experienced easy going very knowledgeable and helpful guide. Alexander was a very safe and thoughtfull driver. Everyrhing was well organized. Time goes by great with many interesting explanations, water on demand, comfortable and clean vehicles. We highly recommend for an unforgettable experience in Armenia.
Thank you so much for the excellent feedback! We hope to see you on another of our tours soon!
Our day began with a visit to Sevanavank Monastery, followed by an unforgettable swim in the crystal-clear waters of Lake Sevan. It was such a unique and special experience, and we felt incredibly grateful to have the opportunity to enjoy it. After a delicious lakeside lunch, we continued our journey to Haghartsin and Goshavank Monasteries, both of which were truly beautiful and inspiring. Throughout the trip, our driver made us feel completely safe and comfortable on the road. We also enjoyed a lovely stop in Dilijan, where we experienced its charming historic atmosphere and stunning natural scenery. Although the day started sunny, the weather turned rainy later on, especially at the higher elevations. We were pleasantly surprised that our driver provided separate umbrellas for both my husband and me—a thoughtful touch that showed great attention to detail. Throughout the journey, complimentary cold bottled water was always available, making the trip even more comfortable. The entire tour became one of the most memorable days of our trip to Armenia. A heartfelt thank you to Hyur Service and especially to our driver, Baron Arakil. He did far more than drive us from place to place—he enriched the journey with fascinating stories about Armenian history, culture, music, and even films. His knowledge, kindness, and passion made this experience truly exceptional. Highly recommended!
Your highest praise means the world to us! We look forward to organizing your trips whenever you visit Armenia!
Great day with Arpine and Samuel. Having someone explain the culture and monuments of a country to you with the passion and professionalism of Arpine is a luxury.
¡Muchísimas gracias por la valuación alta! Esperamos que puedas visitarnos de nuevo muy pronto.
We have a few days to get to know Armenia and we did the day excursion with the driver Samvel. We traveled with the guide Arpine who provided the explanation in Spanish and was wonderful!! Great knowledge of history, she conveyed all the explanations with passion. A magnificent professional!! Thank you Arpine, you are charming.
¡Gracias de todo corazón! Esperamos con ansias su próxima visita a Armenia.
We booked the group tour and they provided us with a minibus driven by Samvel, with safe driving, and we were delighted with the friendliness and explanations of Arpine, who has great knowledge and memory for facts and dates. 😉
Agradecemos mucho su valoración positiva. Será un honor para nosotros recibirles otra vez en Armenia.
Excursion with guide Arpine and driver Samuel, in perfect Spanish, with a great number of details about the sites visited and in general about the history of the country. Highly recommended
¡Muchísimas gracias por su alta valoración! Siempre será un placer recibirles de nuevo en Armenia.
We did a two-day tour of northern Armenia with Hyur Tours and it was a amazing experience. Our driver, Hrach, handled the long mountain roads with no drama and was easy company throughout. The car's air-conditioning was a real plus in the heat, and he also brought umbrellas along, which we were grateful for when heavy rain rolled in around Dilijan and the monastery there. Tamara, our guide, clearly knew the region: she gave good background at Lake Sevan and the monasteries and was always open to questions rather than sticking to a script. Very knowledgeable. The general pace stayed relaxed and they were happy to linger wherever we wanted. Nothing over-the-top, just well organized and genuinely enjoyable. Recommended if you want to see this part of the country with people who know it well.
Thank you for choosing us! We hope to welcome you back for another memorable trip!
