10 days trekking holiday in Armenia.

Spectacular trekking in Armenia’s mountain landscape
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This holiday provides the opportunity to discover the amazingly rich cultural and natural heritage of Armenia’s mountains as we walk through a variety of landscapes providing us with ample hiking opportunities. Explore the trails, mountains and discover the rich history and culture of fascinating Armenia in the shadow of Mount Ararat and beyond the Silk Road. Cross the Geghama Mountains on a 3-day trek that sees us hiking through flower-spangled meadows to the volcanic crater lakes on the summit of Mount Azhdahak (3597m). Then, transferring to a high camp on Mount Aragats, the high point of the country. Discover the ancient history and culture of Armenia and enjoy great food and quality hotels, too.

3 Days mix tour

Day 1

Arrival

Overnight: Hotel in Yerevan
Meals: none

Day 2

City tour starts at 11:00 with the visits to Matenadaran Museum, which houses a unique collection of ancient manuscripts covering such lofty topics as philosophy, law, mathematics, medicine and geography, and concluded by the Tour of the City. Followed by the visit to the Genocide Monument and Museum.

Overnight: Hotel in Yerevan.

Meals: B,L,D

Day 3

The climb to Geghama Mountains startsfrom the Village Sevaberd of Kotayk region. After crossing about 12km road, participants reach Lake Akna, where the first camp for overnight stay will be installed. Camp and other items will be transported by off-road vehicles.

Trek Distances: 12 km.
Starting Elevation: 2100m
Maximum altitude point :3030 m (aprox.)
Campsite altitude: 3030 m (aprox.)

Overnight: Tent
Meals: B,L,D

Day 4

Crossing about 8km length route from the Lake Akna, participants will overcome the highest pick of Geghama Mountains: Mount Azhdahak. Mt. Azhdahak has a beautiful crater, where the Lake Azhdahak of 8m depth is situated. The Lake is distinguished by astonishing purity of its water. From Azhdahak the route is continued to a nearby pond, where participants will spend an overnight stay. (As per wish of participants, it is possible to reach the pick of Mount Tar by 30 minutes long hike from Azhdahak and see Crater Lake of the Mount as well).

Trek Distances: 10 km.
Starting Elevation: 3030m (aprox.)
Maximum altitude point: 3597 m (aprox.)
Campsite altitude: 3100 m (aprox.)

Overnight: Tent
Meals: B,L,D

Day 5

The route will continue from Azhdahak to Vanki Lake, or “Vishap” Lake. The route is popular with thousands of 7000-8000 years old rock-carvings. Vanki Lake is known for its vishapakars, which are giant stones installed more than 6-7000 years ago.

The route continues to the Plateau located up from the Village Geghard, which has a magnificent view of surrounding mountains, Azat Gorge, Mount Ararat and etc. An overnight stay will be held in Geghard Plateau.

Trek Distances: 15 km.
Starting Elevation: 3100m (aprox.)
Maximum altitude point: 3100 m (aprox.)
Campsite altitude: 2200 m (aprox.)

Overnight: Tent
Meals: B,L,D

Day 6

From Geghard Plateau the route leads us to medieval Monastery of Havuts Tar located in the territory of Khosrov State Reserve. After tour there, participants will go down to the Gorge of Azat River, cross over medieval bridge and climb up toGarni Pagan Temple by enjoying stone-symphony shaped in the Gorge.

Pagan Temple dates back to the 1stcentury. After the tour, participants will be transported by vehicle to Geghard Monastery, which has its place in the famous seven of Armenian Architecture. The Monastery is popular by its structures dug out of the cliff rocks. An overnight stay will be held in Yerevan City.

Trek Distances: 10 km.
Starting Elevation: 2200m (aprox.)
Maximum altitude point: 2200 m (aprox.)
Campsite altitude: 1100 m (aprox.)

Overnight: Hotel in Yerevan
Meals: B,L,D

Day 7

Tour participants will reach Lake Sevan, one of the largest high-altitude lakes in the world. The lake is at an altitude of 1,950m above sea level. Sevan is famous for its different kinds of fish, particular for ishkhan, which means “princely fish.” Sevanavank Monastery (9th c.), located on a peninsula will be the next destination for the group to reach.

Lunch to be arranged during the tour.

Tour to Dilijan, Tavush region

Group of participants will visit Goshavank Monastery, which was founded by Mkhitar Gosh, the Armenian scientist, chronologist, fabulist and author of the first code of law. There are excellent examples of memorial khachkars (cross stones) on the site, the best of them being one carved by the master craftsman Poghos.

Overnight: Hotel in Yerevan
Meals: B,L,D

Day 8

Located 30 min outside of the city  and considered one of the holiest cities in Armenia. This former capital is now home to the Supreme Catholicos of the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox faith. The main Cathedral was founded by St.Gregory in 303 B.C and sits on a former pagan shrine. Visit of the church of Hripsime, dedicated to the martyred Christian virgin.

Exclude Lunch

After lunch participants will be transported to Kari Lake (3100m) by vehicle. Dinner and overnight in camp.

Campsite altitude: 3100 m (aprox.)

Overnight: Tent
Meals: B,D

Day 9

From Kari lake participantes will start hiking to the Southern peak of Aragats Mountain (3879m).

According to wish of participants and depending on weather conditions, it may be possible to climb up to Western Peak as well.

Trek Distances: 15 km. (in case of Southern Pick only)
Starting Elevation: 3100m
Maximum altitude point: 3879 m (aprox.)

Overnight: Hotel in Yerevan
Meals: B,L,D

Day 10

Transfer to the Airport, Departure

IMPORTANT: The above itinerary should be taken only as a general guide. While we will make every effort to adhere to it a variety of factors, including adverse weather conditions, political instability, or difficulties with transportation, can lead to enforced changes. When travelling to remote locations such as this, a flexible approach from all team members is necessary. If during your holiday the itinerary is effected by immediate or local circumstances, the leader will make any changes that are necessary.
There will be an experienced local professional English-speaking guide and one or more support vehicle drivers.
Trip participants need to bring their own personal clothing and equipment. Some items of equipment are available for hire from our local partners; please request information at the time of booking. We strongly recommend that you purchase your own personal equipment.

If you have any specific questions you would like answered please Contact Us and we will be pleased to help.

RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL: Tourism can be a real help to local communities, providing income, positive cultural exchanges and a financial incentive to protect their natural environment.
This tour makes every effort to support the local economy by staying in family-run hotels that source locally produced food. It is important to generate income for the local economies, which are predominantly agricultural. We visit small local cooperatives where possible that incentivize more agricultural production. Staying in guesthouses allows us to walk away from the tourist route and sample some real Armenian hospitality as well as providing an income for smaller communities.

What’s Included

* Guide services (up to 5 tourists 2 mountain guides)
* All land transport throughout the trip
* Airport – Hotel – Airport transfers
* Accommodation 9 night (hotels, tent)
* Service of tent’s, mattress, cook, kitchen…
* Meals
* Entrance fees to Khosrov national park and Garni

 

What’s Not Included

* Air ticket
* Travel insurance
* Armenia Visa
* Soft and alcoholic drinks with the main meals unless otherwise specified, souvenirs etc.

Accommodation

2*-3* hotels and tent
Additional Pricing Information

The deposit for this trip is: 200 USD per/person

Please note:

If you have special dietary requirements (e.g. Vegetarian), let us know so we can notify restaurants.

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Private transfers with sightseeings from Yerevan to Tbilisi or vice versa

There are 2 different routes for this transfer. The transfers are operated both ways – from Yerevan to Tbilisi as well as from Tbilisi to Yerevan.

An individual transfer makes it possible for you to save time and enjoy the privacy with your family, friends, or partner during the ride!

It doesn’t matter if you are traveling alone, with family or friends a private transfer is possible for all of these scenarios. The advantage is that only you and those in your party are in the vehicle.Even if you have already booked the rest of your vacation, you can still book your individual transfer.

What’s Included

* English-speaking guide/driver.
* A/C vehicle + fuel.

What’s Not Included

* Soft and alcoholic drinks with the main meals unless otherwise specified, souvenirs etc.

Private transfers
Private transfers
Private transfers
Private transfers
Private transfers
Private transfers

 

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A day trip to ski resort in Tsaghadzor

Have you never been on skis but always wanted to give it a try? Take your first turns with the help of a professional ski instructor in the middle of a breathtaking mountain world.
Just contact and let me take care of everything. Whatever your age or physical shape it is easy, without risks and more than anything else full of fun!

So don’t miss this unbelievable experience during your winter visit in Armenia!

It is your first time, you don’t have ski gear nor snow wear, just relax, I’ll take care of everything. Snow wear, shoes, a pair of skis and poles and even goggles, everything you need to be comfortable for an amazing ski experience.

What’s Included

* English-speaking Tour Leader
* Transfer to and from ski resort.
* Private ski-instructor at your disposal for 1 hour.
* Rental of ski gears (a pair of skis and poles and even goggles, everything you need to be comfortable for an amazing ski experience)

What’s Not Included

* Soft and alcoholic drinks with the main meals unless otherwise specified, souvenirs etc.

A day trip to ski resort
A day trip to ski resort
A day trip to ski resort
A day trip to ski resort
A day trip to ski resort
A day trip to ski resort

 

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Winter Activity Holiday

A perfect base to experience winter adventure activities.
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Pure white snow covers valley and downhill and magnificent beauty tempts winter sport lovers. During the trip, visitors will have the chance to experience great skiing, interact with friendly locals and discover the vibrant culture, history and staggering scenery of this region, providing an unforgettable skiing experience in Armenia. We will travel through a network of cross country trails and walking tracks through the valleys, linking small villages or taking us to beautiful spots such as Ttu Jur. Routes begin from outside our pension, taking us into the National Park and alongside Akhurian River. The base offers suitable slopes for children, beginners as well as black runs for experienced skiers. This sparkling holiday promises a treat for all the family.

Winter Armenia

Day 1

Arrival and transfer to your hotel for rest. We have a full day to see the sights of Yerevan and visit Yerevan Brandy Factory. (Yerevan).

A traditional Armenian welcome dinner.

Overnight: Hotel in Yerevan
Meals: B,D

 

Day 2

Morning starts with visiting Echmiadzin Holly town, continue to Zvartnots ruins. Head to Khor Virap monastery(13th century). (Yerevan).

Overnight: Hotel in Yerevan
Meals: B

 

Day 3

Morning transfer to Gyumri town, walking in the city and continue to Ashotsk located at 3, 196m above sea level with 2 meters average snow cover. We will based for 3 nights at Skymik Pension in Ashotsk village(twin rooms with shared shower and hot running water)

Overnight: Guesthouse in Ashotsk
Meals:
B,D

 

Day 4 – 5

After homegrown & organic breakfast we will practice skiing during 2 – 2, 5 hours while demonstrating and teaching skiing techniques guided by Alla born in Siberia, Russia, the winner of 6 USSR Ski Racing Championships in XIX Olympic Games at Salt Lake City(Ashotsk).

Overnight: Guesthouse in Ashotsk
Meals:
B,D

 

Day 6

A light practice after which we’ll back to Yerevan.

Overnight:
Overnight: Hotel in Yerevan
Meals: B

 

Day 7

Yerevan-Garni Sun temple-Geghard cave monastery-Yerevan.

Overnight:
Overnight: Hotel in Yerevan
Meals: B

 

 

IMPORTANT: The above itinerary should be taken only as a general guide. While we will make every effort to adhere to it a variety of factors, including adverse weather conditions, political instability, or difficulties with transportation, can lead to enforced changes. When travelling to remote locations such as this, a flexible approach from all team members is necessary. If during your holiday the itinerary is effected by immediate or local circumstances, the leader will make any changes that are necessary.
There will be an experienced local professional English-speaking guide and one or more support vehicle drivers.
Trip participants need to bring their own personal clothing and equipment. Some items of equipment are available for hire from our local partners; please request information at the time of booking. We strongly recommend that you purchase your own personal equipment.

If you have any specific questions you would like answered please Contact Us and we will be pleased to help.

RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL: Tourism can be a real help to local communities, providing income, positive cultural exchanges and a financial incentive to protect their natural environment.
This tour makes every effort to support the local economy by staying in family-run hotels that source locally produced food. It is important to generate income for the local economies, which are predominantly agricultural. We visit small local cooperatives where possible that incentivize more agricultural production. Staying in guesthouses allows us to walk away from the tourist route and sample some real Armenian hospitality as well as providing an income for smaller communities.

What’s Included

* English-speaking Tour Leader
* Airport – Hotel – Airport transfers
* All land transport throughout the trip
* All activities as per itinerary with all entry fees
* Ski-instructor at your disposal for the whole day
* Rental of skiis
* Hotel accommodation for 7 nights (hotels, guesthouses)
* Breakfasts for 7 days
* Welcome dinner

What’s Not Included

* Travel insurance
* Armenia Visa
* Soft and alcoholic drinks with the main meals unless otherwise specified, souvenirs etc.

Accommodation

2*-3* hotels and guesthouses
Additional Pricing Information

The deposit for this trip is: 100 USD

Please note:

If you have special dietary requirements (e.g. Vegetarian), let us know so we can notify restaurants.

Winter Armenia

Winter Armenia


Winter Armenia

Winter Armenia


Winter Armenia

Winter Armenia


Winter Armenia

Winter Armenia


Winter Armenia

Winter Armenia

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Hiking in Tusheti

If you have a taste for adventure but are pushed for time, this summer 5 days break will really blow your socks off.
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We provide you unforgettable hiking tour to mountainous area Tusheti where villages up on 3000m high are available only in summer. This 5 days adventure in Georgia from Tbilisi airport possible starting from June to the end of September. Enjoy mountains, magic power of nature and give yourself chance to prove your resistance.

Hiking in Tusheti, Georgia

Day 1

Tbilisi – Omalo

Trip to Tusheti. En route visit Shuamta Monastery or Alaverdi cathedral. Cross the main Caucasus ridge – Abano pass at an elevation 2926 m. have a lunch along the way in nature. Arrival in the village Omalo. Sightseeing around villages upper and lower Omalo. Enjoy by the beautiful surroundings of Omalo, Visit Keselo fortress and ethnographical museum of Tusheti.

Overnight: Guesthouse in Omalo.
Meals: D

 

Day 2

Omalo – Shenako – Diklo

After breakfast at 9 am start hiking towards to the Shenako and after Diklo villages. We’ll visit ancient ruins of villages Ageurta and old Diklo. In shenako we visit Church of the Holy Trinity (19c) and ancient brewery. On the way to Diklo we pass through alpine meadows and see most beautiful views of Diklo Mountain 4285m. Also from the Old Diklo place we can see Dagestan border mountain range Batsi-Butsi and Dagestan Mountains.

Overnight: Guesthouse in Diklo
Meals: B,D

 

Day 3

Diklo – Sanara pass 1911m – Chigho – Dartlo

Early morning after breakfast we start hike. Crossing Sanare pass at the elevation 1911 m. First arrival in the ancient village Chigho, short sightseeing around the village, we have a lunch here and after continue our way to the village Dartlo. Dartlo is one of the most beautiful village in whole Tusheti. It is situated at 1800 meters above sea level. Tushetian traditional architecture is still seen and well preserved in Dartlo that is why it is included under the protection of UNESCO. Here you will meet well preserved fortress-houses and towers, ancient pictograms, Dartlo stone court, where the community of Tusheti were made important decisions.

Overnight: Guesthouse in Dartlo.
Meals:
B,D

 

Day 4

Dartlo – Pirikiti valley – Omalo

Start hike after breakfast from the village Dartlo then cross Alazani River by bridge enjoy the views of the Pirikiti valley continue lead up to the Pirikita-Gometsari Watershed Range Gonta. Today we finish our hike in village Omalo.

Overnight: Guesthouse in Omalo
Meals: B,D

 

Day 5

Omalo – Tbilisi

After breakfast depart from the village Omalo to Tbilisi. End Tour.

Overnight: Hotel in Tbilisi
Meals: B

 

IMPORTANT: The above itinerary should be taken only as a general guide. While we will make every effort to adhere to it a variety of factors, including adverse weather conditions, political instability, or difficulties with transportation, can lead to enforced changes. When travelling to remote locations such as this, a flexible approach from all team members is necessary. If during your holiday the itinerary is effected by immediate or local circumstances, the leader will make any changes that are necessary.
There will be an experienced local professional English-speaking guide and one or more support vehicle drivers.
Trip participants need to bring their own personal clothing and equipment. Some items of equipment are available for hire from our local partners; please request information at the time of booking. We strongly recommend that you purchase your own personal equipment.

If you have any specific questions you would like answered please Contact Us and we will be pleased to help.

RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL: Tourism can be a real help to local communities, providing income, positive cultural exchanges and a financial incentive to protect their natural environment.
This tour makes every effort to support the local economy by staying in family-run hotels that source locally produced food. It is important to generate income for the local economies, which are predominantly agricultural. We visit small local cooperatives where possible that incentivize more agricultural production. Staying in guesthouses allows us to walk away from the tourist route and sample some real Armenian hospitality as well as providing an income for smaller communities.

What’s Included

* English-speaking Tour Leader
* All entrance fees
* Transfers by 4WD jeep with A/C
* All activities as per itinerary with all entry fees
* Hotel accommodation for 5 nights (hotels, guesthouses)
* Meals as indicated
* Tents, sleeping bags on the route
* All services charge and government tax

What’s Not Included

* Travel insurance
* Armenia Visa
* Soft and alcoholic drinks with the main meals unless otherwise specified, souvenirs etc.

Accommodation

2*-3* hotels and guesthouses
Additional Pricing Information

The deposit for this trip is: 200 USD

Please note:

If you have special dietary requirements (e.g. Vegetarian), let us know so we can notify restaurants.

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Private one day mt biking

A single day Mt biking trips deep in real culture and territory of locals.

Only got one day? Discover the real Armenia on our expertly guided day trips, tours and excursions. Make the most of it with AdventureArmenia. From adventures on the land to water activities, culinary experiences or iconic must-see destinations, you’re bound to find an activity to suit. Country getaway or city escape, get lost in our range of one day tours today.

What’s Included

  • English-speaking Tour Leader
  • A support vehicle and driver
  • All activities as per itinerary with all entry fees

What’s Not Included

  • Travel insurance
  • Armenia Visa
  • Bike Hire from Armenia: From $20 or bring your own
  • Cycling helmet (bring your own)
  • Soft and alcoholic drinks with the main meals unless otherwise specified, souvenirs etc.

Please note:

If you have special dietary requirements (e.g. Vegetarian), let your Tour Manager know so they can notify restaurants.

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Speleological expedition

Don’t miss the unique opportunity to visit caves in Armenia.
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• Small-group caving tours
• Experience the thrill of crawling and caving across a multilevel labyrinth system
• English-speaking professional caving guide
• Maximum of 10 participants ensures a more personalized experience

While in Armenia, don’t miss the unique opportunity to visit caves with this small-group caving tour. With the help of a qualified instructor and technical equipment provided discover the wonders of the natural processes that have formed the Armenia’s spectacular underground landscape. Accompanied by our professional guide, you’ll crawl and climb across the multilevel labyrinth system. With no more than 10 people on this small-group tour, you are sure to have a superlative and personal experience. AdventureArmenia combine moderate hiking with caving, exploring one of the most diverse areas of Armenia.

RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL: Tourism can be a real help to local communities, providing income, positive cultural exchanges and a financial incentive to protect their natural environment.
This tour makes every effort to support the local economy by staying in family-run hotels that source locally produced food. It is important to generate income for the local economies, which are predominantly agricultural. We visit small local cooperatives where possible that incentivize more agricultural production. Staying in guesthouses allows us to walk away from the tourist route and sample some real Armenian hospitality as well as providing an income for smaller communities.

If you have any specific questions you would like answered please Contact Us and we will be pleased to help.

When you visit Armenia, we hope you love it as much as we do! We are the guardians of an irreplaceable natural wonder! Therefore, for your own safety, for the comfort of other visitors and to conserve our unique environment, please follow some simple rules.
On any cave tour, please:

• Listen carefully to your tour guide, and obey all instructions.
• Do not stray from your tour group, even if you have your own light.
• Do not touch any rock or crystal, as the invisible oil on our skin permanently damages the irreplaceable cave crystal.
• Do not smoke, as fumes damage the cave crystal.
• Do not eat or drink, as food particles attract life forms, such as animals, birds, bacteria and fungi, which are foreign to our caves and harm the fragile environment. You may take a bottle of water with you.
• When you aim your camera flash in the dark, please consider other visitors’ eyes.
• Cameras are welcome
• Do not litter
• This tour is limited to 10 people and the minimum age is 16
• Reservations are required. We begin taking reservations one month before the tour.
• Tour is only available during the summer months.
• The tour is not considered suitable for people with cardiac conditions.

What’s Included

English-speaking professional caving guide services (member of the Armenian Speleological Society)

• All land transport throughout the trip
• Equipment for exploring caves (helmet, headlamp and gloves)
• Accommodation in area( hotels, guesthouses or camping)
• All meals

What’s Not Included

• Travel insurance
• Armenia Visa
• Airport – Hotel – Airport transfers
• Soft and alcoholic drinks with the main meals unless otherwise specified, souvenirs etc.
• Warm clothing and robust footwear advisable

Please note:

If you have special dietary requirements (e.g. Vegetarian), let your Tour Manager know so they can notify restaurants.

Speleological expedition

Speleological expedition


Speleological expedition

Speleological expedition


Speleological expedition

Speleological expedition


Speleological expedition

Speleological expedition


Speleological expedition

Speleological expedition

 

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Zipping Adventure

 

Fun, fast , and exhilarating spectacular adventure offers nature lovers and thrill seekers alike, ages 10 and up, the unique opportunity to zip line through the treetops on a network of cables and adventure sky bridges suspended high above the forest floor, overlooking a cave, rock cliffs, the Cold Water River, and other flora and fauna.

Upon arrival, our friendly and experienced guides will give you a detailed safety and equipment orientation before you’re fitted with your personal gear for the tour. You will also have the opportunity to actually zip line on a low training cable to practice the techniques that you will be using on the tour.
Your adventure then begins! We’ll hike along scenic nature trail to the beginning of the course where your instructors awaits your arrival. You will complete 5 Zip lines, traverse adventure sky bridges and rappel back to ground level at the finish line.
While waiting between each zip you will enjoy amazing views of the forest .Your guide will point out interesting highlights of the area, including native vegetation, geology, animals, as well as local history.
The perfect adventure for families, couples seeking to escape the fast-paced city, or adults looking for something new. Designed for guests who are in reasonably good health, our zip line tour is sure to thrill first-time zippers as well as the most experienced zip line enthusiasts.

So don’t miss this unbelievable experience during your visit in Armenia!

What’s Included

* English-speaking Tour Leader
* A/C vehicle.
* Transfer to /from your hotel in Yerevan to Zip Line base.
* Zip Line entrance fee

What’s Not Included

* Soft and alcoholic drinks with the main meals unless otherwise specified, souvenirs etc.

Zipping Adventure
Zipping Adventure
Zipping Adventure
Zipping Adventure
Zipping Adventure
Zipping Adventure

 

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3 Days mix tour

This is a 3 days Mix Tour which can be combined with other short tours throughout Armenia.
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• The perfect trip to recharge the batteries
• Discover remote village and drovers trails amongst the forests and high pastures
• Multi adventure weekend trip
• Spectacular gorges

These trips can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements.

3 Days mix tour

Day 1

The first stop of our trip is Saghmosavank perched on the edge of picturesque gorge. Continue our exploration with a visit of monument of Armenian Alphabet. Acclimatizing gradually we reach amazing Stone Lake and camps of Yezidi tribes. Continue to Amberd fortress on the southern slope of Aragats. Back to Yerevan.

Overnight: Hotel in Yerevan
Meals: none

 

Day 2

Head to Lake Sevan one of the highest freshwater lakes in the world. Take a 20-minute walk to the top of Akhtamar Trail for the best photographic views of Lake, explore Sevanavank Monastery. Next stop is Noratuz old Cemetery with unique collection of hundred cross-stones(khachkars). Proceed to Selim Pass. Enjoying the views of Lake Sevan below we reach Selim Caravansarai, an important part of the Great Silk Road. In the evening, take a part in making Armenian dolma, dinner.

Overnight: B&B in Yeghegnadzor.
Meals: D

 

Day 3

Visit majestic Noravank monastery in the end of beautiful gorge in Vayots Dzor. Transfer to Artabuynk village where we start hiking to Smbataberd fortress.

Overnight: Hotel in Yerevan
Meals: B

IMPORTANT: The above itinerary should be taken only as a general guide. While we will make every effort to adhere to it a variety of factors, including adverse weather conditions, political instability, or difficulties with transportation, can lead to enforced changes. When travelling to remote locations such as this, a flexible approach from all team members is necessary. If during your holiday the itinerary is effected by immediate or local circumstances, the leader will make any changes that are necessary.
There will be an experienced local professional English-speaking guide and one or more support vehicle drivers.
Trip participants need to bring their own personal clothing and equipment. Some items of equipment are available for hire from our local partners; please request information at the time of booking. We strongly recommend that you purchase your own personal equipment.

If you have any specific questions you would like answered please Contact Us and we will be pleased to help.

RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL: Tourism can be a real help to local communities, providing income, positive cultural exchanges and a financial incentive to protect their natural environment.
This tour makes every effort to support the local economy by staying in family-run hotels that source locally produced food. It is important to generate income for the local economies, which are predominantly agricultural. We visit small local cooperatives where possible that incentivize more agricultural production. Staying in guesthouses allows us to walk away from the tourist route and sample some real Armenian hospitality as well as providing an income for smaller communities.

What’s Included

* English-speaking Tour Leader
* All land transport throughout the trip
* Hotel accommodation 1 night (hotels, guesthouses)
* Breakfasts for 1 days
* 1 Dinner

What’s Not Included

* Travel insurance
* Armenia Visa
* Airport – Hotel – Airport transfers
* Soft and alcoholic drinks with the main meals unless otherwise specified, souvenirs etc.

Accommodation

2*-3* hotels and guesthouses
Additional Pricing Information

The deposit for this trip is: 100 USD

Please note:

If you have special dietary requirements (e.g. Vegetarian), let us know so we can notify restaurants.

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Lakes and Mountains of Armenia

Trek in Armenia’s mountain landscape and soak up the culture as you visit historic landmarks.
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Discover Armenia and enjoy stunning scenery.

On this comprehensive tour, we explore Armenia through its picturesque villages, well-preserved archaeological sites and splendid scenery. We follow traditional footpaths mostly along ridge lines, giving us spectacular panoramic vistas, and then descend to beautiful valleys with natural springs. Of course no trip to Armenia is complete without trying the local delicacies and we have plenty of opportunities to sample its mouth-watering cuisine and world-renowned wines.

Lakes and Mountains of Armenia

Day 1

After leisurely breakfast we drive to the village of Garni. In the morning we drive to the North -East of Armenia to Garni village where we start hiking to the gorge of Azat river with the ancient rock bridge and the natural volcanic rock formations “symphony of stones” and we finish our hiking in Garni Temple. After walking in area of temple a short drive will transfer us to majestic Geghard Monastery “the Monastery of the Spear” where on the hillsides you can still see caves that housed monastic cells. (1.5 hour hiking)

Overnight: Hotel in Yerevan
Meals: B,D

 

Day 2

The early morning drive take us to the volcanic Lake Stone (3100m) on the slopes of Mt. Aragats – the highest mountain in Armenia(4090m). The clean, crisp alpine air and the beautiful colours of the summer flowers will impress.
En route we will visit Amberd Fortress (9-11th centuries) towers above the slope of Mt Aragats, at an elevation of 2300m above sea level. Transfer to Harichavank known as one of the most famous monastic centers in Armenia. Today’s last destination is Gyumri town (time to walk in the town).

Overnight: Hotel in Gyumri
Meals: B

 

Day 3

Morning starts with transfer to the gorge of Akuryan River where we start our hiking to Marmashen church. Drive to Lori region to visit Lori Berd Fortress built from half – hewn basalt stones.

Overnight: Hotel in Stepanavan
Meals: B

 

Day 4

Morning takes us to Odzun village then drive thrue Debed gorge to visit magnificent Sanahin and Haghpat monasteries (hiking from Sanahit to Haghpat).

Overnight: Hotel in Haghpat village
Meals: B,D

 

Day 5

We head to Tavush – the lush alpine region of Armenia. Today we explore the jewels of Dilijan national park. Dilijan picturesque town (called Little Switzerland by the locals). Here, nestled in a forest valley, lies the 12th Century Haghartsin Monastery whose name means ‘Dance of the Eagles’. Near to Haghartsin Monastery there is another beacon of science and culture of ancient Armenia , Goshavank Monastery(hiking to the lake of Gosh in the forest). The view of Goshavank is majestic. Photo opportunities are endless.

Overnight: Overnight: Hotel in Dilijan
Meals: B

 

Day 6

Our first stop is the miracle of Armenia Lake Sevan(1900m).We continue to Yeghegnadzor. En route we stop at Sevanavank Monastery on the peninsula of Lake Sevan and Noratuz old cemetery to see the ‘garden’ of khachkars. We follow part of the ancient Silk Road climbing up and finding the well-preserved Selim Caravansaray of the 13th Century.

Overnight: Hotel in Hermon
Meals: B

 

Day 7

After leisurely breakfast we start with transfer to Artabuyk village, for hiking to the 9th Century Smbataberd fortress. 2.5 hours hiking after transfer to Syunic region to visit Zorats Karer old observatory.

Overnight:Hotel in Goris
Meals: B

 

Day 8

After early breakfast our day begins with the visit to the impressive Khndoresk (Cave Town) with cave apartments, where people lived till 1960s. And also we will discover Khndzoresk’s new-opened 160m long rolling bridge. The bridge connects two sides of old Khndzoresk, where you can see the 2 churches located in this gorge. Our next exploration for this day is magnificent Tatev Monastery perched on the edge of the Vorotan Canyon. Here you have a chance to fly above Vorotan Canyon with Wings of Tatev (the longest cable tram in the world /5750m/).

Overnight: Overnight: Hotel in Goris
Meals:
B

 

Day 9

Long drive take us to the two important and picturesque monasteries of Armenia, Noravank Monastery (masterpiece of the 13th Century architect Momik) dramatically located in the canyon and Khor Virap one of the holiest sites in Armenia. En route to Noravank Monastery we will visit Areni village famous with its wine. Wine taste in Areni winery.
End of the tour.

Overnight: Hotel in Yerevan
Meals: B

 

IMPORTANT: The above itinerary should be taken only as a general guide. While we will make every effort to adhere to it a variety of factors, including adverse weather conditions, political instability, or difficulties with transportation, can lead to enforced changes. When travelling to remote locations such as this, a flexible approach from all team members is necessary. If during your holiday the itinerary is effected by immediate or local circumstances, the leader will make any changes that are necessary.
There will be an experienced local professional English-speaking guide and one or more support vehicle drivers.
Trip participants need to bring their own personal clothing and equipment. Some items of equipment are available for hire from our local partners; please request information at the time of booking. We strongly recommend that you purchase your own personal equipment.

If you have any specific questions you would like answered please Contact Us and we will be pleased to help.

RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL: Tourism can be a real help to local communities, providing income, positive cultural exchanges and a financial incentive to protect their natural environment.
This tour makes every effort to support the local economy by staying in family-run hotels that source locally produced food. It is important to generate income for the local economies, which are predominantly agricultural. We visit small local cooperatives where possible that incentivize more agricultural production. Staying in guesthouses allows us to walk away from the tourist route and sample some real Armenian hospitality as well as providing an income for smaller communities.

What’s Included

* English-speaking Tour Leader
* Airport – Hotel – Airport transfers
* All land transport throughout the trip
* All activities as per itinerary with all entry fees
* Hotel accommodation for 9 nights (hotels, guesthouses)
* Breakfasts for 9 days
* Welcome dinner

What’s Not Included

* Travel insurance
* Armenia Visa
* Soft and alcoholic drinks with the main meals unless otherwise specified, souvenirs etc.

Accommodation

2*-3* hotels and guesthouses
Additional Pricing Information

The deposit for this trip is: 100USD

Please note:

If you have special dietary requirements (e.g. Vegetarian), let us know so we can notify restaurants.

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