This one-day tour from Dilijan combines nature, culture, and relaxation. Begin your journey with a visit to Goshavank Monastery — a masterpiece of medieval Armenian architecture and spiritual heritage, surrounded by lush forests and mountain landscapes. Continue to Haghartsin Monastery, gracefully hidden among the green hills of the Ijevan Range, offering peace and harmony away from the city noise. In Dilijan, take a short stop at the famous Mimino Monument, a symbol of Armenian hospitality and cinema. The route then leads to the shimmering Lake Sevan, where turquoise waters and the fresh mountain air create a perfect setting for rest and photography. The tour concludes in Ankavan, where travelers can relax in open-air thermal pools filled with natural mineral water at 39°C. This trip is ideal for those who wish to enjoy culture, history, and nature in one refreshing day.
Free accommodation for the guide and driver when staying in recommended hotels
You can stay in the hotel we recommend, or book a room yourself at any hotel you like.
In other hotels, accommodation for the driver and guide is charged separately: 15,000 drams per person per day
Meals are not included in the price
The driver will recommend places in advance where you can try authentic Armenian cuisine, or stop anywhere else along the route at your request.
* Meals for the driver and guide are also paid separately
Payment is made in cash in drams on the day of service
The price in rubles and dollars is shown for your reference based on the exchange rate.
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We collected answers to common questions about routes, accommodation, payment, and trip planning.
Open the FAQ page Thermal baths Ankavan The balneological springs of Hankavan, 85 km from Yerevan in Kotayk’s Marmarik River valley, are among Armenia’s most valuable for treatment and prevention. Located over 1,900 m above sea level, the main spring has hydrocarbonate-chloride sodium water at 39 °C, with mineralization of 8.7 g/l, high iron content, and 67 mg/l of (Н2ЅіО3+НЅіО3). The spring is divided into three open-air pools, each accommodating up to five people.
Lake Sevan Lake Sevan is the largest high-altitude lake in the Caucasus and a true symbol of Armenia. Known for its crystal-clear waters, breathtaking views, ancient monasteries, and unique fish species, it attracts visitors from all over the world who come to enjoy its nature, history, and local hospitality.
Monument Mimino The Mimino Monument in Dilijan is dedicated to the main character of Georgiy Danelia’s iconic Soviet film Mimino. Unveiled in 2018, the sculpture depicts the pilot in uniform and has become a popular tourist attraction, symbolizing both cinematic heritage and the cultural spirit of the region.
Agarcin Monastery Agartsin Monastery is one of Armenia’s hidden gems, less known yet deeply enchanting. Unlike monasteries perched on cliffs or mountain tops, it rests in a quiet forested valley of the Ijevan Ridge. From afar, its light stone walls shine against the dark greenery, creating a picture of harmony, grace, and timeless elegance.
Goshavank Monastery Goshavank Monastery, located near the village of Gosh, 15 km from Dilijan, was a significant cultural, educational, and religious center in medieval Armenia. Founded by Mkhitar Gosh in the 12th–13th centuries on the site of the older Getik Monastery, the complex includes several churches, a school, a library, a scriptorium, and a bell tower. The monastery is renowned for its 13th-century khachkars and picturesque natural surroundings.
Recommended stay
Guest House Mimino, Dilijan
