From Yerevan we head for Gyumri, where we pass the Armenian-Georgian Crossing Border Bavra to enter Javakhk. Leaving Akhalkalak and crossing the Armenian-Turkish border, we head for Ani, the capital, at 45 km from Kars. Having explored the millennium-old churches we go to Igdir, the birth-place of Drastamat Kanayan (Dro), the well-known political and military figure. Then, on the downhill of Mount Ararat, past Kharaba Bazar we drive to Bayazet. Along the way our eyes will rest upon the magnificent sight of Mount Ararat from the rear side, while Bayazet will offer us the ancient citadel of Daroink. Then we visit the palace of Ishak-Pasha which is a fusion of the Persian, Arabian and Armenian architectural styles. From Bayazet we set out for the city of Van, breaking the journey at the waterfall of Berkri. We stop at a hotel in the City of Van.

Next morning, we set out for the monastery complex Varagavank on mountain Varag, proceeding to the Doors of Mher – a gate carved in the rock, retaining the cuneiform inscriptions. Thence we set out for the Island of Akhtamar, to see the Cathedral of the Holy Cross. On the way back we will have degustation of the «Vana Tarekh», the only species of fish inhabiting Lake Van. Then we will see the Fortress of Van and the House of the Van Cats. We stop at a hotel in the City of Van.

We go to Kars in the morning to visit the Church of the Holy Apostles, the Fortress of Kars, the Medieval Bridge “Vardana”, the house of Yeghishe Charents, then explore the city streets to feel the spirit of the ancient Armenian city of Kars. From Kars we go back to Armenia. In the evening we arrive in Yerevan.