Exciting Armenia, (5D/4N) Valid from 01 November 2017 till 31 March 2018 Detailed Program: DAY 1: BEIRUT – YEREVAN Visit Kecharis monastery. Drive to Lake Sevan, one Upon arrival in Yerevan. Transfer to the selected hotel. of the wonders in Armenia. Overnight in Yerevan. Optional: Tsaghkadzor Ropeway ($5) Climb on Akhtamar peninsula, from where opens a DAY 2: YEREVAN CITY TOUR fascinating and breathtaking view on Sevan Lake. Breakfast at the hotel. Visit Matenadaran - one of the world's Visit Sevanavank Monastery (9th century), which largest depositories of ancient manuscripts, pride of stands in its greatness on the peninsula, Armenian culture. City tour in Yerevan will start with the overlooking the lake for centuries. panoramic view of the city and acquaintance with the Center Drive back to Yerevan. Overnight in Yerevan. of the city, Republic Square, the sightseeing of Opera and Ballet building, the Parliament and Residency of the DAY 4: YEREVAN - CARPET FACTORY - GARNI - President of Armenia, State University, Mother Armenia GEGHARD - SHOPPING IN A MALL IN YEREVAN Monument, Sports & Concert Complex. A visit to Breakfast at the hotel. Visit Armenian carpet Tsitsernakaberd - a Monument to the Armenian Genocide factory with possibility to watch the production of Victims, as well as the Genocide Victims’ Museum, the handmade rugs. The factory has a showroom commemorating the 1.5 million Armenians who perished where purchases are offered (shipping of rugs to during the first Genocide of the 20th century in the Western your country is possible). Visit the only remaining Armenia and in the territory of Ottoman Empire. Visit Pagan temple in Armenia, devoted to the God of Cascade complex, which is considered the modern art center Sun – Myrth, in Garni. Photo stop at Charentc Arc. A of Yerevan. Cascade is home to Cafesjan modern art museum. visit to the ruins of Royal Palace and Royal bath- This place becomes even more charming in the evenings, house nearby. when it is full of people, both locals and tourists from all over Optional: Family hosted lunch in Garni ($ 15) the world, enjoying the magic and the warmth of the capital. Continue the tour to the uniquely caved Geghard A visit to one of the biggest and oldest mosques in Caucasus monastery, which dates back to 12th -13th “Blue mosque”, which is situated in the heart of Yerevan city. centuries, the name of which means “holy spear” in Overnight in Yerevan. the honour of the long-preserved spear, the same spear that pierced the body of crucified Christ, DAY 3: YEREVAN - TSAGHKADZOR - LAKE SEVAN - which were brought here by Apostle Thaddeus. YEREVAN Drive back to Yerevan. Drop to Dalma Garden or Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Tsaghkadzor (means “gorge Yerevan Mall for shopping. Overnight in Yerevan. of flowers”) town, the magical place of forested mountains. Short walking tour around the small town. Opportunity to go up to the mountain peaks by ropeway, where you will catch DAY 5: YEREVAN – BEIRUT an unforgettable gorgeous panoramic view of this part of the Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out. Transfer to world. Zvartnots International Airport. BADARO – HAMRA: 01-395600 P.O. Box: 116-5019, Beirut – Lebanon www.cts.com.lb Prices are per person sharing double / triple room in US. Dollars: (Minimum 2 persons) PERIOD SINGLE HOTELS 2pax 4pax 6pax supplement Ani Plaza 4* 01/11/17 – 15/03/18 635 545 505 95 Opera Suite Hotel 4* or 01/11/17 – 15/03/18 705 615 575 120 Messier 53 hotel 4* Grand hotel 5* 01/11/17 – 15/03/18 750 660 620 195 Rates are subject to change without prior notice Included Excluded Round trip ticket to Yerevan (economy class) Airport taxes $140 4-night accommodation at 4* or 5* hotels on bed & breakfast Visa charge (can be obtained Round trip transfers : airport – hotel – airport upon arrival) Transportation by car or bus as per program and depending on the Optional tours: number of participants Tsaghkadzor Ropeway ($5) All entrance fees for all sites and museums mentioned in itinerary. Family hosted lunch in Garni ($ Professional guide. 15) Assistance of our representative in Armenia Optional lunches & dinners Alcoholic beverages with meals. Personal expenses. All other expenses Flight details: MEA 1 ME 275: 2 BEY EVN / 08.25 – 12.35 2 ME 276: 6 EVN BEY / 13.35 – 13.35 NB: Schedule, ticket rate & airport taxes are subject to change depending on availability at the time of booking Booking Terms & Conditions: Deposit of 50% per person upon reservation / Non-refundable Full payment is requested to be settled 02 week before departure / Non-refundable CTS/W18 (NOV 6, 2017) “Globally Local” BADARO – HAMRA: 01-395600 P.O. Box: 116-5019, Beirut – Lebanon www.cts.com.lb .