Armenia is a small Christian country, about the size of Wales, situated at the meeting point between Europe and Asia, in the Caucasus region. It is a land-locked country, formerly a Soviet Republic, nestling in the snow-capped Caucasian Mountains, overlooked by Mount Ararat just over the border in Turkey.
Its capital, Yerevan, bustles with a lively juxtaposition of old churches and a thriving jazz scene, while at weekends the huge and atmospheric ‘vernissage’ open-air flea market attracts locals and tourists.
Featured Armenia Tours
Our Armenia Specialist Recommends
"Armenia’s mix of habitats and location at the boundary of Asia and Europe leads to a diverse and fascinating natural history with a number of regional endemics. Our Armenia in Spring tour is led by local experts and is an excellent choice"
Dan Lay - Tour Leader
What's special about it's wildlife?
Despite its small size, Armenia is home to over two-thirds of Europe’s regularly occurring bird species, including many that are rare or difficult to see elsewhere.
Naturetrek offers two tours to Armeni; 'Armenia in Spring' is a bargain birdwatching trip and 'Butterflies of the Caucasus' is a butterfly holiday amid the mountains of Armenia.
What might I see on the bird watching tour?
Birds such as Caucasian Black Grouse & Caspian Snowcock in the high mountains
Alpine species including White-winged Snowfinch & Rufous-tailed Rock Thrush, plus a wide range of other species at lower altitudes & in wetland habitats including White-throated Robin, White-tailed Lapwing, Glossy Ibis, Armenian Gull & Blue-cheeked Bee-eater
