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Armenia Day Trip

Cross the border and explore the charming and historic country with this Armenia Day Trip from Tiflis. You'll discover the monasteries of Ajtala, Haghoat, and Sanahin. Armenia Day Trip. We'll meet at the Avlabari metro station in Tbilisi at 8:30...

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Cross the border and explore the charming and historic country with this Armenia Day Trip from Tiflis. You'll discover the monasteries of Ajtala, Haghoat, and Sanahin.

Armenia Day Trip

We'll meet at the Avlabari metro station in Tbilisi at 8:30 am. From there we'll head to the border to see significant places in Armenia, one of the first Christian civilizations.

First, we'll visit Ajtala Monastery, notable for its 13th-century exterior and interior frescoes, which are exemplars of Byzantine art. The site also includes numerous caves and copper foundation factories for exploration.

The next stop will be the Haghpat Monastery, a 10th-century masterpiece of medieval religious architecture that has withstood various natural and human challenges, imparting a unique atmosphere to the area.

Around 1:30 pm, we'll stop for lunch at a local family's house, providing an opportunity to taste traditional cuisine.

At 4 pm, we proceed to Sanahin Monastery, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, alongside a visit to another copper foundation factory reflecting the Soviet Union era. The tour concludes at the Mikoyan Brothers Museum, featuring the original MiG 21 aircraft.

The tour will end in Tbilisi at 7:30 pm.

Prices

Included

  • Transport by minibus
  • English–speaking guide
  • Food and drink

Not included

  • Visa

Tips

  • Accessibility: No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility

Location

Activity location

Avlabari, Tbilisi, Georgia

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