Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Type of Tour: Cultural / Budget / Historical / Nature / UNESCO Sites / Short Break
Ideal For: First-time visitors, solo travelers, small groups
Best Season: Year-round

Experience the best of Armenia on this 4-day budget-friendly tour. Explore the capital city Yerevan, its museums and architectural landmarks, and travel west to historic monasteries, scenic gorges, and the legendary Amberd Fortress, enriched with fascinating local stories.

Tour Highlights

✔ Explore Yerevan’s main streets, History Museum of Armenia, and the Cascade Complex
✔ Discover Saghmosavank Monastery perched on the edge of a dramatic gorge
✔ Walk through Alphabet Alley, celebrating the Armenian script
✔ Visit Amberd Fortress, a 10th-century military outpost atop Aragats Mountain
✔ Learn about local legends, architecture, and Armenian heritage
✔ Enjoy cultural immersion, local snacks, and photo opportunities
✔ Short, engaging, and budget-friendly tour perfect for first-time visitors

Day 1 – Arrival & Free Day in Yerevan

Duration: 1 hour | Distance: 13 km | Meals: None

Arrival in the Land of Noah. At Zvartnots International Airport, you will be welcomed by a Santa Maria Tours representative and escorted to your hotel. Take the day to relax, explore nearby streets, or enjoy a local café at your leisure.

Overnight: Hotel in Yerevan

Day 2 – Yerevan Walking City Tour

Duration: 3–4 hours | Distance: 30 km | Meals: Breakfast

Begin your guided tour in Yerevan, one of the oldest capitals in the world, founded in 782 BC (Erebuni). Walk along Baghramyan, Mashtots, and Abovyan Streets, admiring historic houses and eclectic architecture. Visit the History Museum of Armenia to learn about Armenia’s origins, and continue to the Cascade Complex, an architectural marvel with fountains, terraces, and panoramic views of the Opera and Ballet Theater. Explore the Cafesjian Center for the Arts, featuring contemporary Armenian and international works.

Overnight: Hotel in Yerevan

Day 3 – Saghmosavank Monastery, Alphabet Alley & Amberd Fortress

Duration: 7–8 hours | Distance: 160 km | Meals: Breakfast

Travel west to Saghmosavank Monastery, perched dramatically above the Kasagh River Gorge. Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes and learn about the monastery’s 13th-century origins. Continue to Alphabet Alley, a monument celebrating the Armenian alphabet—find your letter for a memorable photo! End the day at Amberd Fortress, a 10th-century mountain stronghold offering spectacular views and historical insights into Armenia’s medieval defense strategies.

Overnight: Hotel in Yerevan

Day 4 – Matenadaran Museum, Vernissage & Departure

Duration: 3–4 hours | Distance: 13 km | Meals: Breakfast

Visit the Matenadaran Museum, home to over 23,000 Armenian manuscripts, showcasing the nation’s literary and cultural legacy. Walk through Vernissage, the open-air market, and visit Victory Park, featuring the iconic Mother of Armenia statue. After the tour, transfer to Zvartnots International Airport for your departure.

Overnight: None