URBEX PHOTO TRIP ARMENIA 12–19 Sept 2026
Take a trip to beautiful Armenia and discover one of the last Soviet treasure troves
Unique journey, unique opportunity
Join us on an urbex photo trip to Armenia from 12 to 19 September 2026. Experience freedom and the most beautiful urbex in this extraordinary country. Doors that remain closed to others will open for us. Discover urbex without vandalism, without graffiti and full of Soviet history.
You will get all the time you need to photograph at the sites. All urbex in Armenia is guarded. It is therefore very difficult and unwise to go urbex yourself. Hanzebeeld has been able to make arrangements with the owners, giving us unique opportunities.
In doing so, you'll be in one of the most special and mystical countries in the world and we'll naturally combine that with the main highlights.
Join us! We go with a small group of enthusiasts and with good, experienced guidance. There are no workshops or instructions and you have complete freedom.
For who?
The physical effort required will be limited. This trip is therefore suitable for young to old. Important is that you like urbex photography and want to look a bit further than the known paths. We will travel in groups of a maximum of 5 participants.
When?
The arrival date for the urbex photo trip to Armenia is Saturday, 12 September 2026. The programme ends on Saturday, 19 September. You are, of course, free to travel further before or after the trip. We can always give you tips on where to go.
What are we going to do?
Armenia is a former Soviet country where much of the Soviets can still be found. Abandoned culture houses, factories, sanatoria, monasteries, pioneer camps and plenty of Soviet art. It's all there and plenty of it. Hanzebeeld has collaborated with Centraltour and set up a neat programme where everything passes by. Almost all places in Armenia are guarded and access has been agreed with all these people. So you can take photos in peace in unique places that are normally inaccessible.
Only urbex?
Urbex is the most important part of this trip, but the country has so much beauty that we made a good mix of it.
What does the day look like?
After waking up in our fine but not lavishly luxurious accommodation, we have breakfast and leave for the first location. We will visit different locations per day. In the evening, we are again at a different accommodation we have dinner together.
What do you bring?
Your camera (one spare camera will go with you) with extra batteries + charger, a tripod, a torch, sturdy shoes and everything else you would normally take with you.
What does it cost?
The price for the trip as offered here is €1,850 p.p. Would you like to book a private trip? You can. Mail to info@hanzebeeld.nl
Included
This urban exploration photography trip to Armenia from 12 to 19 September 2026 includes accommodation (double room, single room available at an additional cost of €250) with breakfast, 6 lunches and dinners, hotel transfers, local transport, guidance and access to jointly visited locations.
Not included
The outward and return journey, snacks, alcoholic drinks, tips, personal expenses, any entrance fees to locations not visited together, travel and cancellation insurance (compulsory), GGTO guarantee fund contribution €9.00, booking fee €15.
Deze reis heeft een vertrekgarantie vanaf 4 deelnemers. Zodra deze groepsgrootte is bereikt ontvang je hiervan een bericht en kun je een vlucht gaan boeken.
In the unlikely event that the trip cannot go ahead, you will receive your money back within 3 days, minus booking fees and calamity fund charges.
Armenian guide
Hanzebeeld works together with Centraltour, the company of Nvard Melkonyan. She will be with our company for the entire trip, as will urbex photographer Wim Robbertsen. There will be plenty of personal guidance, if required. Nvard speaks good English, Russian and Farsi.
Experienced guide
Nvard is an amply experienced guide throughout Armenia. She is a walking encyclopaedia and knows a lot of background to what you see. From history to culture to geography and politics. She has extensive experience in guiding groups of up to 25 people.
Huge network
Sometimes it seems like Nvard knows everyone in Armenia. The fact is that she can always re-establish a line if needed.
Certainty
Hanzebeeld is experienced in organising photo trips to Armenia. We know the country well and know where to be and where not to be. In addition, Hanzebeeld is affiliated with garantiefonds GGTO.
Can't join?
If you are unable to attend between 12 and 19 September 2026, but are still interested, please check our other dates or email us for a customised solution. info@hanzebeeld.nl
Situation Armenia / Georgia
The situation in Armenia is calm. Our trip focuses on areas not bordering Azerbaijan. If you want to go to Georgia, we will avoid Tbilisi as long as the protests continue. Nvard is very familiar with both countries and can always move quickly should things unexpectedly go differently than planned.
Hanzebeeld is happy to provide customised services. For your friends activity, for example. Send us your question now and you will receive a quick reply.
Option
Are you interested in this photo trip, but need some time to make a decision? Fill in your details for a no-obligation option. This is valid for one week. During this week, we will reserve a place for you.