Monasteries in the Mist: Exploring Sevanavank, Haghartsin, and Goshavank.
This tour offers a perfect blend of Armenia’s vast natural beauty and its deep medieval history. This route takes you from the high-altitude volcanic landscapes of Gegharkunik to the lush, alpine forests of the Tavush region.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your hotel in Yerevan
- Your Location Address.
Lake Sevan
One of the largest high-altitude freshwater lakes in the world. At 1,900 meters above sea level, the air is crisp and the water is a brilliant turquoise.
Sevanavank monastery
Perched on a peninsula, these 9^{th}-century black stone churches offer the most famous photo op in the country. You'll need to climb about 200 steps to get there, but the view is worth every breath.
Dilijan (old Dilijan)
Passing through a long tunnel from Sevan, you emerge into a completely different ecosystem. Dilijan is characterized by its dense oak and beech forests and its humid, "healing" air.
Old Dilijan is A restored 19th-century street with stone buildings and wooden balconies where local craftsmen work.
Parz Lake
A small, tranquil lake reflecting the surrounding forest—perfect for a quiet stroll or a quick boat ride.
Haghartsin monastery
Tucked deep in the Dilijan National Park, this hidden gem looks like something out of a fairytale, especially when the mist rolls through the trees.
Goshavank monastery
Goshavanq Monastery is a major medieval Armenian monastic complex located in the Tavush province, specifically within the village of Gosh. Founded in 1188 by the prominent scholar, jurist, and philosopher Mkhitar Gosh, it was built on the site of an older monastery called Getik that had been destroyed by an earthquake. Originally named Nor Getik (New Getik), it was later renamed Goshavank in honor of its founder.
Ending Point
Yerevan Republich square or Your accommodation.
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
Hotel pick up
Private transportation (TOYOTA CAMRY V70 2018)
Professional Driver
Gasoline,Toll and parking Fees.
Boat tour lake sevan 15000 AMD (optional)
National park entrance 1000 AMD (optional)
Tour Important Information
This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Visitors must climb 200 steps in order to reach Sevanavank monastery.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Chris K.
Hello, I am Chris, a professional Driver. If You Plan to Visit Armenia. Touring with me it will be interesting, funny and exciting.
To me, visiting a place isn't just about seeing a destination, it's about feeling the pulse of the place and leaving with a story to tell.
I assure you that together we will have Happy times ,beautiful photos and lasting memories.
Armenia indeed is a must see country and i Would enjoy if you would choose me as your Driver to explore it.
I am native Armenian speaker, fluent in English, Arabic, Turkish and conversational in French.
SEE YOU IN ARMENIA
Wish you Happy, SAFE, and exciting times ahead.
Reviews
Elliot B.
“Cool visit!”
The ROT54 visit was an awesome memorable tour. Organising with Chris was easy, although his friend Kevork was our driver and guide (as Chris was injured at the time). However, Kevork was a fantastic and knowledge guide to this very interesting site.
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Chris K.
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! I’m thrilled to hear that your visit to ROT54 was such a memorable experience. While I was bummed to miss out on guiding you myself due to my injury, I'm glad Kevork took great care of you. He is a wealth of knowledge, and I'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him—he’ll be delighted to hear them! It was a pleasure helping you organize the trip, and I hope we can welcome you back for another adventure in the future. Safe travels!
Paul G.
“A great tour with a great guide”
I had an amazing tour to some of the most interesting places I have ever visited. I enjoyed the (quite scary) climb up the broken telescope. Another unscheduled hilight was the unscheduled stop on the way back to the city when I had the opportunity to (very badly) make lavash. The guys was very flexible so can tailor the trip to your preference, his communications prior to the trip were also very good and I was kept up to date with the arrangements.
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Chris K.
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! It was a total pleasure showing you around. That climb up the Orgov Radio-Optical Telescope is definitely not for the faint of heart, but the views and history at the top are completely worth the adrenaline rush. Flexibility and clear communication are top priorities for me, so I’m thrilled to hear you felt well taken care of from start to finish. You were a wonderful guest, and I’d love to host you again whenever you're back for another adventure! Safe travels!
Massoud A.
“Trip to ROT54”
Guys, I was amazed. It has USSR atmosphere and you can explore and climb multiple buildings
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Chris K.
U r very welcome Massoud It was nice to hosting You
$140/ per group
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