Individual Gastronomic Tour in Armenia 3 Gastro days in Armenia

Individual Gastronomic Tour in Armenia 3 Gastro days in Armenia

Top 10 traditional armenian dishes and drinks that you must taste in Armenia!

Visit top places of Armenia during 3 days and take part in masterclasses on cooking and tasting typical traditional dishes of the areas with gourmet guide who tells the story of the emergence of dishes so that you will drool saliva!

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Itinerary

Day 1: Tasty Sightseeing Tour!

Stop At: History Museum of Armenia, Republic Square 4, Yerevan 375010 Armenia
At first you visit the History Museum of Armenia, located on the Republic Square, to get acquainted with the ancient history and culture of the country. The museum has about 400,000 national heritage items and is still being replenished. The museum presents objects of material culture, found on the territory of Armenia and relating to periods from the Stone Age to the end of the XIX century.
Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Megerian Carpet Museum, Madoyan Gukas str. 9, Yerevan 0006 Armenia
Masterclass from the Chief Chef of Armenia- Sedrak Mamulian!

We continue our journey to the museum and the factory of handmade armenian rugs and carpets, where you will be imbued with the racy of Armenia! This is one of the most interesting and unique museums in Armenia. Here you will learn a part of Armenian culture - carpet weaving. And you will see a unique collection of rare ancient carpets in the world, of which there are more than fifty. The pearl of the collection is a carpet of the XVII century, preserved in excellent condition. And after that, you will reveal all the secrets of the Armenian cuisine together with Sedrak Mamoulian - the chief chef of Armenia! And together you will cook a delicious and very unusual salad of Armenian cuisine, and then try what you have done!
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Gourmet Dourme, Abovyan str. 19, Yerevan 0001 Armenia
And now we go for a dessert! We are heading to Ashtarak, Aragatsotn region, where the first chocolate museum was opened in Armenia! You will get acquainted with the history of chocolate, the cooking process and try chocolate with various fillings. And also you can take part in the process and get your sweet piece as a gift!
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Armenia Wine, Sasunik 0223 Armenia
And we will drink the most delicious wine of Armenia. To do this, we continue our journey to the largest winery in the country with a large assortment, where you can find good aged wines with the name “Armenia”. Here they produce red, white, pomegranate, blackberry and other exotic wines, here they also privatized the Yerevan brand, under which they produce not pretentious, but quite refreshing sparkling and rose.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Republic Square, Yerevan Armenia
Evening walk in Yerevan and singing fountains!

It's time to stroll through evening Yerevan, get acquainted with the interesting and ancient architecture of the beautiful streets of Yerevan! And then enjoy a pleasant evening and the beautiful atmosphere of the singing fountains in the Republic Square and taste delicious refreshing ice cream!
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 2: Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery, Charents Arch, Lake Sevan, Monastery Sevanavank, Masterclasses on

Stop At: Garni Temple, Geghard Monastery Road H3, Garni Armenia
After breakfast we head to Kotayk region to get acquainted with the origins of Armenians, where you will see the Garni Temple, built in the 1st century AD by Tsar Trdat III. This is the only pagan temple preserved in Armenia after the adoption of Christianity! It is assumed that the temple was dedicated to Mithra, the God of the Sun. And nearby you will find the ruins of the palace and the baths, which previously decorated the entire historical and cultural complex! Garni Temple is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site!
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Noah's Garden, Marzpetuni, 10, Garni Armenia
Master class on baking national bread “Lavash” and Tea in the house of villagers

Then visit Noyan Garden, which is very close to the Garni Temple. “Noyan Garden” Gallery presents Armenia with its entire palette. For thousands of years, Armenia is famous for its cultural achievements, cuisine and winemaking. Here you will be shown a masterclass on baking national “Lavash” bread in tandyr, as well as you will taste “Brduch in Armenian” favorite snack - pita with cheese. Gallery "Noyan Garden" will introduce you to Armenia and make it a part.

Then It's time to get acquainted with the Armenian hospitality! Here you will taste the sun-soaked taste of natural organic products grown on Armenian zamle!
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Gegard Monastery, Gorge of the River Gokht, Goght Armenia
Then you are heading to one of the most amazing places in Armenia - Geghard Monastery! Geghard Monastery is one of the greatest medieval architectural structures in Armenia. Gegard is completely hollowed out in a cave, it is also called a “cave monastery”. This monastery was founded in the 4th century AD. in the place of the sacred source originating in the cave. The name of the monastery complex Gegard (spear) is derived from Langin's spear, which pierced the body of Jesus Christ on the cross. At the moment, this spear is kept in the Echmiadzin Museum.

The monastery complex Gegard is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Charent's Arch, Garni Armenia
We continue our way north to Lake Sevan, but before that we stop at the Arch of Charents. At first glance, the Arch seems to be the most ordinary and unremarkable, but coming closer, going to the platform inside the arch and looking at the panorama, everything becomes clear - this is the best place to admire the great and sacred mountain Ararat, to be with it in unity and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Jrvezh, Yerevan, Armenia
Master class on cooking kebab from the Armenian dolma in tandoor!

In the restaurant complex Afrikyanner you will have the tastiest lunch forever and take part in masterclasses on cooking Armenian dishes! You will learn the secret of cooking Armenian Tolma! In Armenia, tolma is one of the most popular dishes, in honor of which even the annual culinary “Dolma Festival” is held. Usually it is traditionally served with matsun and crushed garlic.

But here you will try EXCLUSIVE, which not even every Armenian has tried - dolma barbecue!

Also you will taste Armenian vodka! Armenian vodka is considered one of the exclusive copies of the global alcohol industry. It deservedly enjoys the recognition of many gourmets.

And you, as a real gourmet, will appreciate the Armenian mulberry and apricot vodka. It has an incredible aroma and becomes the decoration of any table.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Sevan, Armenia
And here, you reached the blue pearl of Armenia - Lake Sevan. Lake Sevan is located at an altitude of 1,900 meters above sea level in the center of the Armenian highlands, and is the largest of the Caucasus lakes. From all sides, Sevan is surrounded by mountain ranges, from where a stunning panorama of an alpine lake opens up. The lake is famous for its purest fresh water, and the clean mountain air has a beneficial effect on health.

And here you will go for a boat trip on Lake Sevan and enjoy a wonderful evening!
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Monastery Sevanavank, next the Holy Mother of God Church, Sevan Armenia
At the end of the tour, you will visit the Sevanavank Monastery, which is located on the Sevan peninsula on the top of a hill, from where a beautiful view of Lake Sevan opens. The Sevanavank Monastery was built in the 9th century on the shores of Lake Sevan.
Duration: 1 minute

Stop At: Sevan, Armenia
And now it is time to taste the delicious Sevan fish! Fish is baked, boiled with herbs, fried, smoked and stewed in various sauces. You have a chance to feel this juicy unforgettable taste that melts in your mouth!

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Enoteca EVN Wine bar & shop I Distillery, 6 Sayat-Nova Ave, Yerevan 0001, Armenia
Vodka workshop!

Upon returning to Yerevan, in the wine restaurant Enotek EVN, the main wine-maker of Armenia and the president of the Union of Armenian-wine-makers - Avag Harutyunyan will now tell you all the secrets of the technique of making apricot and mulberry vodka!
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 3: Mount Aragats, Amberd Fortress,Lake Kari, Church of St. Oganes, Cognac Factory, Gum Market, Traditional Dinner

Stop At: Mount Aragats, Aragats Road Armenia
In the heart of Armenia, the four-headed ancient giant towers - Mount Aragats, the peak of which is the highest point of the whole of Transcaucasia.

On the 3rd day you will be able to visit many interesting sights on the slope of Mount Aragats.

After breakfast you head there!
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Amberd Fortress, Byurakan Armenia
The first stop on the rocky slope of Mount Aragats at an altitude of 2100 meters will be the largest medieval Armenian fortress Amberd. Amberd fortress is the pearl of the medieval architecture of the Caucasus!
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Kari Lake, Byurakan Armenia
Rising higher on the slope of Mount Aragats at an altitude of 3207m, you will be amazed by the beauty of Lake Kari, which arose from the ice formations.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Kari Lake, Byurakan Armenia
It is here not far from the lake Kari there is the restaurant Alagyaz, where you will taste the national dish Harisa (or Khash).

Harisa (or Arisa) - Armenian national dish, in appearance resembling a soup of mashed boiled wheat and poultry meat.

And Khash in Armenia is not just a rich broth made from beef bones with the addition of a scar, it is a ritual! Khash is one of the most ancient Armenian dishes, which then spread throughout the Caucasus and Transcaucasia. The name "hash" itself comes from the Armenian "hashel", which means "cook".
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Saint Hovhannes Church, Abovyan 2208, Armenia
After lunch, you will head down the mountainside, where you will see the small church of St. Hovhannes.

St. Hovhannes Church is a 10th century basilica located in the village of Byurakan (30 km from Yerevan). In the 19th century. there were still chapels on both sides where religious ceremonies were held.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Byurakan, Armenia
Master class on making dried fruits!

After that, go to Chir's House. Here you will take part in a masterclass on making Armenian delicious dried fruits! You can also taste the unique taste of Armenian juicy fruits.
Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Yerevan Brandy Factory, Admirala Isakova ave 2, Yerevan 0004 Armenia
After arriving in Yerevan, it's time to have a drink! You are heading to the “Ararat” brandy factory, which has been honored with the “Product of the Year” nomination in Russia for four years in a row. Today, the plant has: 115 gold, 48 silver and 8 bronze medals. You will be able to take part in an excursion in the “Ararat” brandy factory, as well as to taste a couple of types of real Armenian cognac, which Winston Churchill loved to drink so much!
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Gum Market, 35 Movses Khorenatsi Street, Yerevan 0018, Armenia
Gum Market is the most colorful place in Yerevan, it has its own atmosphere. The bazaar is filled, and even slightly crowded, with the main hallmark of the Armenian market - dried fruits, in bags and plates, dried and candied. Here you can try all the national products of local production and purchase delicious gifts for loved ones.
Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Bagrevand Street, Bagrevand St, Yerevan, Armenia
And finally, we will finish the evening at a wonderful dinner on the embankment in one of the best restaurants of traditional cuisine, where you will taste another delicious dish - a kebab from crayfish necks, which is prepared in Armenia so that you will yum!
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
No accommodation included on this day.