9-Day Cultural & Wine Tour in Armenia: Ancient Heritage & Winery Trail
Journey through 6,000 years of winemaking history, ancient UNESCO heritage, and boutique vineyard tastings across Armenia.
Tour Highlights: Areni Wine Valley & Cultural Gems
Detailed 9-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival, Welcome Meal & Yerevan City Orientation
Airport pickup transfer to boutique hotel. Enjoy a welcome meal and an introductory city orientation walking tour of Yerevan.
Day 2: Holy Etchmiadzin, Gayane & Hripsime, Zvartnots & Alluria Winery
Visit the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin Cathedral, St. Gayane and St. Hripsime churches, and the 7th-century Zvartnots Cathedral ruins. Enjoy lunch and organic wine tasting at Alluria Wine Factory.
Day 3: Garni, Geghard, Lavash Masterclass, Ararat Brandy, Tsitsernakaberd & Matenadaran
Explore Greco-Roman Garni Temple, Symphony of Stones, and UNESCO rock-cut Geghard Monastery. Experience a traditional Lavash bread baking masterclass with lunch. Return to Yerevan for legendary brandy tasting at Ararat Brandy Factory, followed by visits to the Tsitsernakaberd Genocide Memorial Complex and Matenadaran Manuscript Museum.
Day 4: Khor Virap, Areni Cave, Old Bridge Winery & Tatev Cable Car to Goris
Visit Khor Virap Monastery for Mt. Ararat panoramas. Explore the ancient 6,100-year-old Areni-1 Cave (where the 5,500-year-old leather shoe was discovered), followed by lunch and wine tasting at Old Bridge Winery. Ride the Wings of Tatev aerial tramway over Vorotan Gorge to Tatev Monastery and transfer to Goris for overnight stay.
Day 5: Khndzoresk Cave Village, Goris Tour, Sisian Ceramics, Waterfalls & Jermuk
Discover Khndzoresk cave village and its swinging bridge, enjoy a brief Goris city walk, and participate in a pottery masterclass at Sisian Ceramics. Visit Shaki Waterfall and Jermuk Waterfall, enjoy a walking tour of Jermuk spa town, and check in to the hotel.
Day 6: Orbelian Caravanserai, Noratus Khachkars, Cheese Farm, Sevan Sailing & Dilijan
Cross Orbelian Caravanserai on the Silk Road, visit Noratus khachkar cemetery, and enjoy a local cheese tasting experience with lunch at a boutique cheese farm. Continue to Hayravank Monastery, enjoy a scenic sailing trip on Lake Sevan, and overnight in Dilijan.
Day 7: Parz Lake, Goshavank, Ijevan Winery & Haghpat via Noyemberyan
Explore Parz Lake and Goshavank Monastery in Dilijan National Park. Visit Ijevan Winery for guided wine tasting and lunch. Drive through Noyemberyan to Akhtala Monastery with its medieval frescoes, and continue to Haghpat for overnight stay.
Day 8: Sanahin Monastery, Yezidi Solar Temple in Aparan, Van Ardi Winery & Farewell Dinner
Tour UNESCO-listed Sanahin Monastery, visit the unique Yezidi Solar Temple near Aparan, and enjoy boutique wine tasting with lunch at Van Ardi Winery. Return to Yerevan for a festive farewell dinner.
Day 9: Free Time & Airport Departure Transfer
Enjoy leisure time in Yerevan for souvenir shopping at Vernissage before your private departure transfer to the airport.
What is Included in this Organized Armenia Wine Tour?
Inclusions
- • Airport pickup & drop-off transfers
- • 8 nights stay in handpicked boutique hotels
- • Daily breakfasts, traditional lunches & culinary masterclasses
- • All winery entry fees & tastings (Alluria, Old Bridge, Ijevan, Van Ardi)
- • Ararat Brandy tasting & Wings of Tatev cable car tickets
- • Private air-conditioned transport & English-speaking guide
Why Choose InstaTravel Armenia?
We design authentic, small-group itineraries focused on real local connections, family-owned wineries, and seamless travel logistics across Armenia and the South Caucasus.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is included in this organized Armenia wine tour?
All Masterclasses IncludedThe package includes airport transfers, 8 nights in boutique accommodations, daily breakfasts, lunches with culinary masterclasses, private air-conditioned transport, professional wine-certified English-speaking guide, all winery entry fees & tastings (Alluria, Old Bridge, Ijevan, Van Ardi), and Ararat brandy tasting.
Which wine regions are covered in this 9-day itinerary?
You will explore Vayots Dzor (Areni & Old Bridge), Armavir (Alluria), Tavush (Ijevan), and Aragatsotn (Van Ardi), experiencing indigenous grapes like Areni, Voskehat, and Sireni.
Is this tour suitable for small groups or solo travelers?
Yes! We specialize in small-group travel and private custom departures for solo travelers, couples, or small groups of friends.
Pricing, Dates & Booking Options
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