Private tour: 3 day Wine tours in Armenia

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Khor Virap - Areni - Noravank, Old Bridge winery
4 stops
1
Khor Virap
Khor Virap it is where Grigor Luisavorich (St. Gregory the Illuminator) was imprisoned for 13 years before curing King Trdat III of a disease. This caused the adoption of Christianity in Armenia in the year 301.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
2
Noravank Monastery
Monastery Noravank dates back to XIII—XIV centuries. The complex includes 3 churches, the remains of medieval chapels and residential quarters and a modern office and hall.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
3
Areni Wine Factory
You have an opportunity to taste armenian wine in Areni winery.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
4
Situated on the right bank of the Arpa river, near Yeghegnadzor, Old Bridge's vineyards sprawl over five hectares at altitudes ranging between 1250-1300 meters above sea level. Strategically planted across five different positions and planes, they ensure optimal sun exposure. The owners, the Khalatian family, meticulously chose their seedlings to yield the finest Areni and Voskehat grapes. A single hectare yields 2.5-3 tons of grapes, with each berry handpicked and carefully sorted to guarantee only the ripest and undamaged bunches are selected for wine production.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Day 2
Garni, Geghard, Simphoney of Stone, Lavash baking, Azat reservoir Photo stop - Alluria Winery
5 stops
5
Garni Temple
The pagan temple Garni was built in the 1st century AD by the armenian king Trdat. The temple Garni is the only monument connecting with the era of paganism and Hellenism, dedicated to the sun god Mithra. The temple is built according to the rules of  the classical Greek architecture and looks very similar to the famous temple of Athens in Greece.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
6
The Monastery of Geghard
The Monastery Geghard was built in the 4th century by The First Armenian Catholicos - Gregory the Illuminator.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
7
The monument consists of huge paradoxically symmetric hexagon and pentagon basalt columns (nearly 50 meters high). These stones hanging against the gravity resemble an organ, which explains why it is also referred to as “Basalt Organ Pipes”.
40 minutes • Admission ticket not included
8
Azat Reservoir
The territory of the reservoir is very beautiful. The sky and clouds are reflected in the water and, depending on the time of day, they give the reservoir a unique look. The Yeranos Mountains rise around the reservoir.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
9
The annual tradition of making wine from Machanyan family originated in the village of Alur, Van region. The name of village was preserved from the name of the river Alluria flowing around. The head of the company is Samvel Machanyan, a financier by education, a lover of the ideas of organic winemaking. The company owns 5 hectares of land, which is located at an altitude of 900 meters above sea level. The vineyards are located in Armavir region, where sandy-clay soils prevail. The first Alluria wines were made from grapes grown on 60-year-old vines using organic viticulture. In the coming years, the brand plans to reach a production volume of 10,000 bottles per year.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Day 3
Saghmosavank - Armenia Wine - Ararat brandy factory
3 stops
10
Saghmosavank Monastery
Saghmosavank is a medieval Armenian monastic complex nestled along the picturesque gorge of the Kasagh River. The monastery, perched on the edge of a deep ravine, boasts breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and the Ararat Plain. Founded in the 13th century, Saghmosavank comprises a central church, dedicated to Saint Sion, and a scriptorium, where manuscripts were once meticulously copied and preserved.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free
11
“Armenia Wine” company was founded by Vardanyan and Mkrtchyan families as a manifestation of love for their homeland, nature and culture. It all started in 2006 from the vineyards planted in Armavir region, southwest of Armenia, and later turned into a big winemaking project. The winery itself was founded in 2008. Winery is located in Aragatsotn region, one of the viticulture regions of Armenia. It is situated between Yerevan and Mount Aragats, Armenia’s highest peak. Today Armenia Wine represents an exemplary winery, where century-old Armenian winemaking lives its time of renaissance. Discover more about our company which has become the symbol of Armenian modern winemaking.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
12
ARARAT Museum
Ararat brandy, often referred to as Armenian cognac, has gained international acclaim for its exceptional quality and unique flavor profile. The brandy is made using traditional methods and locally sourced ingredients, including indigenous Armenian grape varieties. The production process involves distillation, aging in oak barrels, and blending to achieve the desired taste and aroma.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Dress code is smart casual
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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