URBEX FOTOREIS ARMENIË 3 – 10 mei 2026
Join us on a journey in a mix of urbex and culture through beautiful Armenia
Unique mix between urbex and culture
Armenia is a treasure trove for urban explorers. You will discover well-preserved Soviet sites without graffiti or vandalism. But there is more. Armenia is a country with an incredibly rich culture and history. Unique minorities, interspersed with beautiful monasteries in the most stunning locations in the country. Do you enjoy photographing urban exploration sites, but would you like to see a continuous variety of the country's culture and inhabitants? Then join our photo trip to Armenia from 2 to 9 May 2026.
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. What is important is that you like urbex photography and want to look a bit further than the known paths.
When?
Aankomstdatum is in principe zondag 3 mei 2026. Het programma eindigt op zondag 10 mei. Je bent uiteraard vrij om ervoor/erna zelf nog verder te reizen. Daar kunnen we tips bij geven.
Option: Georgia
Next to Armenia lies beautiful Georgia. Very different, but certainly as beautiful. We can continue the mix of urbex and culture for a few days in Georgia. Interested? Let us know: info@hanzebeeld.nl
Group size?
Since we don't want to run at each other in front of the camera, we travel with a maximum of five guests.
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 is all there and plenty of it. Armenia is also a country with a rich culture. Monasteries and churches from the fourth century, history visible everywhere and extraordinary people. Yezidis and Molokans also live there. Small unique population groups that we love to meet. Together with Centraltour we have set up a well-groomed and complete programme where everything passes by. NB: Virtually all urbex sites in Armenia are guarded and access has been agreed with all of them.
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.
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 mixed urbex photo trip to Armenia from 2 to 9 May 2026 includes accommodation (double room, single room at an additional cost of €250) with breakfast, 6 lunches and dinners, hotel transfer, 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.
Travel guarantee
This trip is guaranteed to depart with a minimum of 4 participants. Once this group size has been reached, you will receive a notification and you can book your flight.
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 GGTO.
Can't join?
If you are interested, but the trip is already full, check out our other dates or email us for a customised trip. 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.
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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
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