The annual Harissa Festival is a fantastic way of gleaning some of Armenia's compelling culture and history; the festival takes place on the second Sunday in September. Not only does this 8 day tour delve into the tantalising celebrations, it takes you to Armenia's iconic monasteries, lakes, and wineries. Highlights include: ➣ Eat the best Harissa in the world and immerse yourself in lively Armenian national dances, music and games. ➣ Marvel at the epic Khor Virap monastery and unbeatable views of the Caucasus. ➣ Get under the skin of the ancient city of Yereven, tasting wine and brandy along the way. In 8 days, Armenia's spirited culture comes alive; with hospitality being so central to their way of life, you'll certainly be made to feel part of it.
Day 1 - Yerevan
- Transfer from Yerevan "Zvartnots" Airport to the city
Day 2 - Yerevan
- City tour of Yerevan
- Brandy tasting in Yerevan
Day 3 - Yerevan, Echmiadzin
- Explore the Matenadaran
- Explore Echmiadzin (Vagharshapat)
- Sunday Mass at Echmiadzin Cathedral
- Discover Zvartnots Temple
- Musaler Harissa Festival- day 1
Day 4 - Echmiadzin, Yerevan
- Musaler- Harissa Festival day 2
- Sardarapat memorial
- Visit "Armenia Wine" Winery
Day 5 - Khor Virap, Noravank, Yeghegnadzor, Yerevan
- Visit Khor Virap Monastery
- Visit Noravank
- Explore Areni-1 Bird's Cave (T'rchunneri Cave)
- Visit Areni
Day 6 - Sevan, Dilijan, Yerevan
- Visit Lake Sevan
- Visit Sevanavank, on the Sevan peninsula
- Tour of Dilijan
- Tour of Haghartsin
- Visit Goshavank
Day 7 - Garni, Yerevan
- Tour of Garni
- Visit Geghard
- Tour of the State Museum of History of Armenia
- Explore the Megerian Carpet Museum
Day 8
- Transfer from Yerevan city to "Zvartnots" airport
The best times to go are April, May, June, September and October. Summers are extremely hot, with temperatures reaching up to 40 degrees celsius in the capital, Yerevan. The shoulder months also provide the best views of Mount Ararat avoiding the summer heat haze which can sometimes block visibility. Winters are unrelentingly cold, which can disrupt travel plans and render mountain hikes impossible.
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