Northern Loop

Three unhurried days through Armenia's north. Gyumri's black-and-apricot stone streets and craftsman cafés, then the Debed canyon — home to the twin UNESCO monasteries of Haghpat and Sanahin. Nights are spent in heritage guesthouses; meals are whatever the host's grandmother decided that morning.

Along the way

• Gyumri old town & Kumayri district
• UNESCO monasteries of Haghpat & Sanahin
• Debed canyon villages
• Heritage guesthouse overnights