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Day 1 - Yerevan.
Arrival early in the morning. Transfer to hotel. Rest at hotel. Tour starting at 11:00.
Yerevan: Yerevan once sat at the crossroads of several important trade caravans thus solidifying its importance in the region. Modern Yerevan was redesigned in the early part of the 20th century on top of the old city, creating a series of parks and squares that run through the city centre. The visit will start with the visit to the Matenadaran museum, which houses a unique collection of ancient manuscripts covering such lofty topics as philosophy, law, mathematics ,medicine and geography. Visit the Republic Square with it magnificent buildings enhanced by singing fountains, via Northern Avenue, an ambitious project of independent Armenia to Freedom Square and Opera House.Next visit to the Brandy Factory with the degustation of 3 types of cognac.
Overnight :Hotel in Yerevan
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 2 -  Garni and Geghard/Lake Sevan
Garni Temple, site of Roman Temple of the Sun built in the 1st century. Soon after Armenia adopted Christianity, the temple became the summer residence of Armenian royalty. Next stop is Geghard –cave Monastery, the name ,,geghard,, derives from the relics of the Armenian Apostolic church: the spear that one of the Roman guards had used to pierce the rib of crucified Christ. Lake Sevan- a popular summer resort and one of the world’s highest fresh-water lakes at just over 1800 m above sea level. Visiting the churches of the peninsula( St.Astvatsatsin and St.Arakelots).
Overnight :Hotel in Yerevan
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 3 - Echmiadzin.
Located 30 min outside of the city  and considered one of the holiest cities in Armenia. This former capital is now home to the Supreme Catholicos of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox faith. The main Cathedral was founded by st.Gregory in 303 B.C and sits on a former pagan shrine. Visit of the church of Hripsime, dedicated to the martyred Christian virgin .On the way back visit  ruins of Zvartnots Temple. Return to Yerevan and visit to Genocide Memorial and Monument. Later visit to Vernissage -open air market of souvenirs and art works.
Overnight :Hotel in Yerevan
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 4 - Departure transfer to the airport.