Sevan, Dilijan, Wine Tour in Ijevan Group Tour

Northern Armenia looks nothing like the south — instead of desert cliffs and pagan ruins, this route runs through a high-altitude lake, forested mountain towns, and one of the country’s oldest wine-and-brandy producing regions. This full-day Sevan and Dilijan tour from Yerevan covers all three in a single 9-hour trip, mixing lake views, small-town charm, and a proper wine tasting to close out the day.

Tour Overview

This is a group tour running 9 hours, departing from and returning to Yerevan the same day, with a guide and transport included throughout. Guides are available in English and Russian. Rather than booking a private vehicle, you join other travelers, which keeps the price lower while covering four main stops across two regions.

Lake Sevan & Sevanavank Monastery: Armenia’s Mountain Sea

The tour begins at Lake Sevan, one of the largest high-altitude freshwater lakes in the world. You’ll visit the peninsula and take in panoramic views from Sevanavank Monastery, perched right on the water’s edge.

Dilijan: Armenia’s “Little Switzerland”

From Sevan, the tour continues to Dilijan, often called the “Little Switzerland of Armenia” for its forested mountain scenery. The stop includes a walk along Dilijan’s Old Street (Sharambeyan Street), past the Amphitheatre and the well-known Mimino statue, lined with traditional houses, artisan shops, and a genuinely cozy small-town atmosphere.

Haghartsin Monastery: Medieval Architecture in the Forest

The tour visits Haghartsin Monastery, hidden inside lush forest, where centuries-old medieval architecture blends directly into the surrounding woodland — one of the more peaceful, less crowded monastery stops on any Armenia itinerary.

Ijevan Wine and Brandy Factory: Armenia’s Northern Winemaking Tradition

The day concludes at the Ijevan Wine and Brandy Factory, where you’ll learn about Armenia’s winemaking traditions and taste local wines and brandies. Some departures also offer an optional stop at Goshavank Monastery, a well-preserved medieval complex known for its cultural and educational significance — worth asking about at booking if it interests you.

Full Itinerary

Pickup: Alexander Tamanyan Statue, Cascade Complex, Yerevan

Lake Sevan — 1 hour

Dilijan Old Street (Sharambeyan St., Amphitheatre, Mimino) — 35 min

Haghartsin Monastery — 50 min

Lunch — 1 hour

Ijevan Wine and Brandy Factory — 1h 20min

Drop-off: Alexander Tamanyan Statue, Cascade Complex, Yerevan

Optional add-on: Goshavank Monastery — confirm availability at booking.

How much does this tour cost?

The tour starts from AMD 13,900 per person for the Group Tour option.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Sevan and Dilijan tour? The tour takes approximately 9 hours, including pickup and drop-off in Yerevan.

What languages are the guides available in? Guides for this tour are available in English and Russian.

Why is Dilijan called the “Little Switzerland of Armenia”? Dilijan earned the nickname for its forested mountain scenery, which many visitors compare to the Swiss Alps.

Is Goshavank Monastery included in the tour? Goshavank Monastery is available as an optional stop on some departures — confirm availability when booking.

Is this a private or group tour? This is a Group Tour, joined by other travelers.

Where does the tour depart from? Pickup is at the Alexander Tamanyan Statue, near the Cascade Complex in Yerevan.