Armenia
What to know before your Discover Armenia trip: getting there, entry, money, weather and health.
Before you go
Armenia is a small, mountainous country in the South Caucasus. Our trip is based in a hotel in Yerevan, heading out each day to hike in Dilijan and the mountains around.
| At a glance | |
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| Getting there | Fly into Zvartnots Airport in Yerevan. There are direct flights from many cities in Europe and the Middle East; from further afield you’ll usually connect through Europe or the Gulf. We pick you up at the airport. |
| Entry | Many nationalities, including EU citizens, don’t need a visa for stays of up to 180 days a year. Until 1 July 2027, residents of a Gulf country (including the UAE) holding one of the nationalities on the official list can also enter visa-free with a valid residence permit. Everyone else can apply for an e-visa at evisa.mfa.am. Check the requirements for your nationality. |
| Currency | Armenian dram (AMD). In Yerevan cards work almost everywhere; bring some cash for villages and monasteries. |
| Language | Armenian. Russian is widely spoken and many young people in Yerevan speak English. |
| Weather | Our departures are in winter: Yerevan is cold and dry, and there may be snow on the trails in Dilijan and at Smbataberd. Your guide adapts the hikes to the conditions on the day. |
| Plugs | Types C and F, 220 V. If yours are a different type, bring an adapter. |
Discover Armenia
Discover Armenia
Best time: May to October for mountain hiking; in winter the trip is just as beautiful, with hikes adapted to the snow.
Four days and three nights from Yerevan: the city on foot, the forests of Dilijan National Park, Goshavank monastery and Smbataberd fortress at about 2,000 m. Around 22 km of easy to moderate hiking, with a local mountain guide and private transport.
All dates are in the departure calendar.
Health, altitude and insurance
- Altitude: the highest point of the trip is about 2,000 m, so altitude isn’t an issue. Still, if you have any questions, just ask us
- Insurance: it’s mandatory. It must cover mountain hiking, as well as helicopter rescue and evacuation and repatriation. Before departure you’ll also sign a waiver
- Vaccines: requirements depend on the country you’re travelling from. Check the latest on your country’s official health website or with a travel health clinic, or ask us
- Physical preparation: you don’t need to be an athlete, but arriving prepared makes it more enjoyable. If you walk regularly, you’ll enjoy the trip. We can help you prepare
Got a question?
If you’re thinking about Armenia and have questions about the trip, write to us and we’ll reply by email.
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