THE PAROS FOUNDATION WILL MAKE SURE THAT YOUR SUMMER EXPERIENCE IN ARMENIA WILL BE TRULY REMARKABLE.
The Paros Foundation is all about service, connection, and making a real impact. SERVICE Armenia Young Professionals is your chance to experience Armenia like never before—a 10-day adventure specifically designed for ages 23–45 who want to meet incredible people, give back, and create lifelong memories. Together, you’ll take part in meaningful service projects, explore Armenia through unique excursions and cultural experiences, and enjoy plenty of time for fun, relaxation, and bonding. Guided by the dedicated Paros team—whose deep experience in Armenia ensures every moment is meaningful—you’ll return home inspired, connected, and proud to have made a difference for Armenia’s future.
• Visit and tour Armenia, while gaining valuable life experiences
• Tour historical, religious and cultural sites throughout Armenia
• Meet other 23- 45-year-olds from throughout the United States
• Travel and adventure together
• Serve Armenia with both Diasporan and local volunteers
• You do not need to be Armenian to participate. Everyone is welcome!
• Professional and experienced, English speaking staff and guides
• Create a lifetime of great memories and friends!
Serve
Participants implement several projects, including helping renovate school classrooms, distributing humanitarian and educational supplies in rural communities throughout Armenia and spending time with children, especially at our Debi Arach Children's Center in Gyumri.
Tour
Throughout the trip participants will visit historic and religious sites such as Lake Sevan, the Mother See of the Armenian Church at Etchmiadzin, Garni, Geghard, Khor Virab, Noravank, and more! Additionally, two overnight trips will be organized to Goris & Lake Sevan.
Play
The group will live, work, tour, and play together, creating a lasting bonding experience. Participants will be able to enjoy several meals at many excellent Yerevan restaurants during planned group dinners, and/or prepare meals for themselves during the trip. Accommodations in Yerevan will be secured at a hotel in a well-located, clean and secure area.
Fees & Travel
$2,600 per person for double occupancy and $3,350 per person for single occupancy (which includes a $400 charitable contribution towards defraying service project costs). Payment is due in full at the time of your application. Included is an airport pick up and drop off, accommodations, group travel to and from service projects and tours, and most meals.
Air travel to and from Armenia is not included. Please contact Sima Tours at 610-359-7521 or via email at simatours@gmail.com or Peter Abajian (310) 400-9061 or via email at peter@parosfoundation.org to inquire about flight arrangements.
The deadline to apply is May 1, 2026, however, all interested parties are asked to contact Peter Abajian (310) 400-9061 or via email at peter@parosfoundation.org to make an initial reservation.
Your $400 minimum contribution will be used to fund needed materials and project expenses we will implement over the summer.
