Yerevan: Day trip to Gyumri, Armenia's second biggest city
ID: GYG382945-691284
Category:
Country: Armenia
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Throw on a comfortable pair of shoes and explore the colorful city of Gyumri on foot.
At the beginning of the day, your guide will meet you at your hotel in Yerevan before heading to the Shirak Province, where Gyumri is located.
Uncover Gyumri's Old Town, Kumayri with its antique architecture style, wooden balconies and colorful facades. It is one of the few spots in the country where the authentic urban Armenian architecture has been preserved. The district holds over 1,000 buildings, telling the story of the city’s past. Gyumri suffered greatly during the devastating earthquake of 1988, but has courageously got on its feet again. After exploring all the city's major landmarks you will drive to one of the city's most popular restaurants, Cherkezi Dzor, where you can enjoy a delicious fresh fish caught straight from the restaurant's private ponds.
After a yummy dinner, you will drive to the railway station to catch the train back to Yerevan.
Highlights
- Visit the second largest city of Armenia
- Have lunch at one of the best restaurants in Gyumri
- Explore the city's architectural treasures
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Wear comfortable shoes
• Trip lasts eight hours
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
