9 days in Armenia Itinerary

Ararat, is a province of Armenia. Planning Ararat Province trip won't be overwheling when you use's Insprock itinerary maker.

Moscow, Russia to Ararat Province is an approximately 8-hour combination of flight and car. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Moscow to Ararat Province due to the time zone difference. In April, Ararat Province is somewhat warmer than Moscow - with highs of 23°C and lows of 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 4th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Areni.

Areni is a village in the Vayots Dzor Province of Armenia. Start off your visit on the 5th (Thu): Head underground at Mozrov Cave, take in breathtaking views at Noravank Gorge, take in the spiritual surroundings of Noravank Monastery, then pause for some serene contemplation at St. Astvatsatsin Church, and finally do a tasting at Areni Wine Factory.

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You can drive from Ararat Province to Areni in 1.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Thu) early enough to drive to Tatev.

Tatev is a village and rural community in the Syunik Province of Armenia. On the 6th (Fri), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Tatev Monastery.

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Traveling by car from Areni to Tatev takes 3 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Alaverdi.

Alaverdi, is a town in the Lori Province at the northeastern part of Armenia, near the border with Georgia. Start off your visit on the 7th (Sat): take an in-depth tour of Mikoyan Brothers Museum, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Odzun Church, snap pictures at Sanahin Bridge, then pause for some serene contemplation at Akhtala Monastery, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Monastery of Sanahin. On the next day, take in the spiritual surroundings of Kobayr Monastery and then delve into the distant past at The Monastery of Bardzrakash St. Gregory.

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Traveling by car from Tatev to Alaverdi takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus; or do a combination of taxi, bus, and train. The time zone changes from Armenia Standard Time (AMT) to Turkey Time (TRT), which is usually a -1 hour difference. April in Alaverdi sees daily highs of 17°C and lows of 0°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) early enough to drive to Yerevan.

Old and new sit side by side in Yerevan, showing the country's capital to be a city on the move, but also proud of its history and traditions.

Explore Yerevan's surroundings by going to The Monastery of Geghard (in Geghard) and Garni Temple (in Garni). There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at Matenadaran - The Museum of Ancient Manuscripts, pause for some photo ops at Victory Park and Statue of Mother Armenia, admire the masterpieces at Cafesjian Center for the Arts, and walk around Lovers' Park.

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Traveling by car from Alaverdi to Yerevan takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Alaverdi to Yerevan, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Alaverdi in April: high temperatures in Yerevan hover around 23°C and lows are around 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.