22 days in Armenia Itinerary

An alpine haven resting in a plush evergreen national park, Dilijan has made a name for itself as the "Armenian Switzerland." A much-loved spa town rich in culture and history, uncover the majestic 10th century monasteries, undisturbed scenic vistas, and hiking trails through undulating forest.

Venture out of the city with trips to Hayravank Monastery (in Hayravank), Tsakhkadzor (Leonid Yengibarov Monument, Kecharis Monastery, &more) and Monastery Sevanavank (in Sevan). There's lots more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Haghartsin Monastery, see the interesting displays at Museum of Folk Art (Sharambeyan Centre of Popular Creation in Dilijan), pause for some photo ops at Monument to the Heroes of the Film Mimino, and Head underground at Lastiver Cave.

To see where to stay, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Dilijan online day trip planner.

Miami, USA to Dilijan is an approximately 23-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to Armenia Standard Time, which is usually a 9 hour difference. Prepare for cooler weather when traveling from Miami in January: high temperatures in Dilijan hover around 34°F and lows are around 20°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Mon) so you can drive to Gyumri.

Gyumri, the second largest city in Armenia, survived a turbulent history and a devastating earthquake in 1988.

Take a break from Gyumri with a short trip to Gusanagyugh Fortress in Gusanagyugh, about 34 minutes away. The adventure continues: take in the exciting artwork at Cobweb Art Gallery and Museum, take an in-depth tour of Isahakyan House Museum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Marmashen Monastery, and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Aragats.

To find where to stay, reviews, maps, and tourist information, go to the Gyumri trip planner.

Getting from Dilijan to Gyumri by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and train. The time zone difference when traveling from Dilijan to Gyumri is minus 1 hour. In January, Gyumri is a bit cooler than Dilijan - with highs of 27°F and lows of 9°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Thu) early enough to drive to Areni.

Areni is a village in the Vayots Dzor Province of Armenia. On the 3rd (Fri), Head underground at Magil Cave, learn about winemaking at Areni Wine Factory, then explore the stunning scenery at Noravank Gorge, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Noravank Monastery, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at St. Astvatsatsin Church. On your second day here, do a tasting at Momik Wines, see the interesting displays at Gladzor University Historical-Cultural Museum-Reservation, and then identify plant and animal life at Vardenyats Pass (Selim Pass).

For other places to visit, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, read Areni online route planner.

Getting from Gyumri to Areni by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of train, bus, and taxi. The time zone difference moving from Turkey Time (TRT) to Armenia Standard Time (AMT) is 1 hour. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) so you can go by car 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 the numerous day-trip ideas around Yerevan: The Monastery of Geghard (in Geghard), Garni Temple (in Garni) and Vagharshapat (Shoghakat Church, The Churches of Echmiatsin and the Archaeological Site of Zvartnots, &more). And it doesn't end there: explore the world behind art at Cafesjian Center for the Arts, examine the collection at Armenian Genocide Museum, don't miss a visit to Republic Square, and delve into the distant past at Khor Virap.

To find where to stay, photos, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Yerevan trip planning app.

Traveling by car from Areni to Yerevan takes 2 hours. In February, daytime highs in Yerevan are 46°F, while nighttime lows are 24°F. You will have some time to spend on the 16th (Thu) before leaving for home.