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Hrazdan 4-Day Itinerary (3 Nights)

A 4-day route through Hrazdan grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 15, 2026

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DAY 1

Around Kecharis Monastery · Temples & religious sites·Heritage & monuments

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  1. Morning
    Kecharis Monastery

    Temples & religious sites

    This medieval Armenian monastery, built between the 11th and 13th centuries, stands near the Tsaghkadzor ski resort. Located about 60 km from Yerevan, it also makes for a great day trip.

  2. After lunch
    Orbeli brothers monument

    Heritage & monuments · 0.3 km from the previous stop

    A basalt monument erected in 1997 to honor the three Orbeli brothers, standing in the square in front of the museum. It's a nice quick stop to combine with a museum visit.

  3. Afternoon
    Orbeli Brothers House-Museum

    Museums & galleries · 0 km from the previous stop

    Set in the birthplace of the renowned Orbeli brothers, three notable scientists, this museum houses a varied collection of personal belongings and photographs. Amid a quiet village setting, it offers a glimpse into Armenia's modern academic history.

  4. Evening
    Tsaghkadzor ski resort

    Nature · 1.4 km from the previous stop

    A ski resort in the mountains about 60 km from Yerevan, Armenia's capital. Opened in 1986, it's a great spot for skiing and winter sports.

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DAY 2

Around Makravank Monastery · Temples & religious sites·Nature

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  1. Morning
    Makravank Monastery

    Temples & religious sites

    An Armenian church site in the Makravan district of Hrazdan. It preserves the remains of an 11th-century chapel, a 13th-century church with a round tower roof, and a medieval cemetery, offering a sense of the region's religious past.

  2. After lunch
    Marmarik

    Nature · 2.6 km from the previous stop

    This reservoir sits at the foot of the mountains near Hrazdan, surrounded by forests and peaks that make for a beautiful setting. It lies along the route to Hankavan, making it a great stop to enjoy the scenery during a drive.

  3. Afternoon
    Mayravank (Solak)

    Temples & religious sites · 8.3 km from the previous stop

    These medieval Armenian monastery ruins sit atop a cliff near the village of Solak in Kotayk Province, with only the 11th-12th century Surb Astvatsatsin Church still standing. Surrounded by evergreen trees, it has a quiet, tranquil atmosphere.

  4. Evening
    Teghenis

    Nature · 5.9 km from the previous stop

    A mountain near Hrazdan, it's popular as a ski destination in winter and a ridge-trekking route in summer. It's a great place to take in Armenia's natural scenery with wide-open views.

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DAY 3

Around St Thaddeus Church, Ddmashen · Temples & religious sites

  1. All day
    St Thaddeus Church, Ddmashen

    Temples & religious sites

    A historic Armenian church built in the 7th century, named after the Apostle Thaddeus. Its roof, damaged by an earthquake, was restored in the early 20th century, giving the church its present appearance.

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DAY 4

Around Menaksar · Nature·Temples & religious sites

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  1. Morning
    Menaksar

    Nature

    Rising near Hrazdan, Menaksar is a landmark mountain of the Kotayk region, where gentle ridgelines open onto sweeping highland views. The vista from Pambak Pass near the summit draws hikers and photographers alike.

  2. Afternoon
    Church of the Holy Mother of God, Bjni

    Temples & religious sites · 12.6 km from the previous stop

    This medieval Armenian church stands in the village of Bjni near Hrazdan, alongside the ruins of an old fortress that lend it a historic atmosphere. It's a great place to take a close look at centuries-old traditional Armenian architecture.

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Around Kecharis Monastery, the anchor of day one. Staying here keeps your first day's travel shortest.

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