Gyumri Day Trip

On this day trip from Yerevan, we'll travel to the north of Armenia to visit the town of Gyumri and the Black Fortress, linked to the Russian army.

Day Trip Details

At the designated time, we'll meet on Nalbanyan Street, 96. From the capital of Armenia, we'll drive to Gyumri, one of the main cities in the north of the country.

Upon arrival in Gyumri, we'll visit the Sev Berd fortress, known as the Black Fortress, where we'll learn about its circular plan and its role in the Russo-Turkish war of the 19th century.

Next, we'll explore the Museum of National Architecture and Urban Life, a remarkable mansion commissioned by Petros Dzitoghtsyan in 1872, showcasing an extensive collection on Armenia's daily life and culture.

We'll then visit the city centre to admire some of Gyumri's oldest buildings, representative of 19th-century architecture. You will have 1 hour of free time to explore and try local Armenian cuisine.

Before returning to Yerevan, we'll take a 30-minute tour of the Harichavank monastery on the western slope of Mount Aragats. The tour concludes after a total of 10 to 11 hours, with farewells at our initial meeting point.