Armenian Food Tour to Lake Sevan – Culinary Day Trip from Yerevan

Discover the Lake Sevan region through its wine, cheese and historic monasteries. This private day trip combines visits to local producers with sightseeing around the lake, with food experiences selected when booking.

What to Expect on This Culinary Day Trip?

1. The first stop is a wine tasting and excursion at Manukyan Winery. Visit Manukyan Winery for an introduction to its wines and a tasting. The company began wine production in 2016, working with Armenian grape varieties including Areni and Voskehat. What makes their wines unique is the careful selection of grape varieties and their distinct character. During the excursion, you’ll taste several wines that highlight the territory and grape type – for example, some grape varieties can be identified from the very first sip.

2. The next stop is Lake Sevan, the largest natural lake in Armenia. Here, you’ll have a chance to visit the Sevan Peninsula and Sevanavank Monastery, founded in the 9th century. Lake Sevan covers a surface area of 1,280 km², with a maximum length of 74 km and maximum width of 32 km.

3. The next experience is cheese tasting at Mikayelyan Family Farm, where you’ll witness the traditional Armenian cheese-making process, watch artisans at work, and enjoy various cheese types served with fresh local greens and herbs. The winery tasting, Mikayelyan Farm visit and lunch are charged separately from the starting tour price. Please select your preferred extras when booking.

4. Then we’ll make a short stop at Hayravank Monastery, located on the shore of Lake Sevan. This medieval monastery stands next to the ruins of a Cyclopean fortress, the remains of which are still visible from the site.

Why Choose This Culinary Tour to Lake Sevan?

This culinary day trip offers a chance to experience Armenian cuisine in a relaxed and authentic setting. You will taste local dishes, learn about food traditions and enjoy the atmosphere of Lake Sevan, all in one carefully planned day.

*The company reserves the right to adjust the sequence of the program without altering the services provided.

All private tours can be changed upon request.

Interested in discovering more of Lake Sevan? Explore our classic Lake Sevan & Sevanavank Tour, enjoy the mountain scenery on our Tsaghkadzor & Lake Sevan Tour, or visit the peaceful forests of Dilijan.

FAQ

Are the tastings and lunch included in the starting price?
No. The winery tasting, Mikayelyan Farm visit and lunch are listed as paid extras. Select the experiences you want when booking.

Do I need to know anything about wine to enjoy the tasting?
No wine knowledge is needed. You can ask questions, discover what you like and enjoy the experience at your own pace.

Can I join if I don’t drink alcohol?
Please let us know before booking. We’ll explain the available options and confirm whether skipping the tasting changes the price.

What if I’m vegetarian or have a food allergy?
Tell us about your requirements before booking. We need to check suitable options with the venues before confirming; substitutions should not be assumed.

Will we actually make cheese ourselves?
The description offers a cheese tasting and an introduction to cheesemaking, rather than a hands-on workshop. If you want to take part in making cheese, ask us about the possibilities before booking.

Is this a private tour?
Yes. You’ll travel with your own companions rather than join a group of other visitors.

Lake Sevan

 

Manukyan Winery

 

Mikayelyan Family Farm