Planning an entire trip to Armenia within 30 days on a limited budget can be challenging, but it is definitely doable. Here is a suggested itinerary for a 30-day trip to Armenia on a budget:
Day 1-2: Arrive in Yerevan, the capital of Armenia, and explore the city. The cost for two nights in a budget hotel in Yerevan is around $40.
Day 3-5: Take a bus or minivan to the town of Gyumri, the second largest city in Armenia. This trip should cost around $10. In Gyumri, you can visit the Old Town and the Black Fortress. The cost for three nights in a budget hotel in Gyumri is around $30.
Day 6-8: Take a bus or minivan to Lake Sevan, the largest lake in Armenia. This trip should cost around $10. In Lake Sevan, you can visit the Sevanavank Monastery, swim in the lake and enjoy the beautiful scenery. The cost for three nights in a budget hotel near Lake Sevan is around $30.
Day 9-11: Take a bus or minivan to the ancient city of Tatev, located in the Syunik Province. This trip should cost around $10. In Tatev, you can visit the Tatev Monastery and take the longest cable car in the world. The cost for three nights in a budget hotel near Tatev is around $30.
Day 12-14: Take a bus or minivan to the city of Goris, located in the Syunik Province. This trip should cost around $10. In Goris, you can visit the Old Town, the Khndzoresk Cave Village and the Karahunj Observatory. The cost for three nights in a budget hotel in Goris is around $30.
Day 15-17: Take a bus or minivan to the city of Sisian, located in the Syunik Province. This trip should cost around $10. In Sisian, you can visit the Zorats Karer (Karahunj) Observatory, the Ughtasar Petroglyphs and the Sisian History Museum. The cost for three nights in a budget hotel in Sisian is around $30.
Day 18-20: Take a bus or minivan to the city of Dilijan, located in the Tavush Province. This trip should cost around $10. In Dilijan, you can visit the Haghartsin Monastery, the Goshavank Monastery and the Dilijan National Park. The cost for three nights in a budget hotel in Dilijan is around $30.
Day 21-23: Take a bus or minivan to the city of Ijevan, located in the Tavush Province. This trip should cost around $10. In Ijevan, you can visit the Ijevan Wine Factory, the Ijevan History Museum and the Qarqar Fortress. The cost for three nights in a budget hotel in Ijevan is around $30.
Day 24-26: Take a bus or minivan to the city of Yeghegnadzor, located in the Vayots Dzor Province. This trip should cost around $10. In Yeghegnadzor, you can visit the Areni Cave Complex, the Noravank Monastery and the Areni Winery. The cost for three nights in a budget hotel in Yeghegnadzor is around $30.
Day 27-29: Take a bus or minivan to the city of Jermuk, located in the Vayots Dzor Province. This trip should cost around $10. In Jermuk, you can visit the Jermuk Waterfall, the Jermuk History Museum, and take a dip in the hot springs. The cost for three nights in a budget hotel in Jermuk is around $30.
Day 30: Take a bus or minivan back to Yerevan. This trip should cost around $10. Spend your last day in Yerevan doing some last-minute shopping and packing before your departure.
Total cost for the 30-day trip would be around $600, including accommodation, transportation, and some meals. This is a rough estimate and costs may vary depending on personal preferences and exchange rates. Remember to also budget for any additional activities or excursions you may want to do, as well as for any souvenirs or gifts you want to buy.