Hiking Tour in Armenia

8 days/7 nights
Small Group (2-13)
Any Date
Breakfast
Age: 15+
Price:
1,246USD
1,398USD

The Highlights of the Tour

Enjoy the excellent blend of rich culture and breathtaking nature Visit medieval fortresses on the mountains and enjoy lash forest trails Have a chance to taste Armenian wines in Areni village Leave your footprint on The Great Silk Road Hike up to Mount Aragats, the highest peak of Armenia Hike to Lastiver waterfalls and caves located in a fabulous location far from civilization
Selim Pass - Amberd - Lastiver - Aragats

ITINERARY

Introduction

Embark on a breathtaking adventure with our Hiking Tour to Armenia! Explore the natural wonders of the Armenian highlands, from the majestic peaks of Mount Aragats (4090 m) to the lush forests of Dilijan National Park. Immerse yourself in the country's rich culture and history, as you visit ancient monasteries and vibrant cities. Book now for an unforgettable journey through one of the world's most beautiful and undiscovered hiking destinations.

 

Day 1 - Arrival - Yerevan City Tour - Geghard - Garni

Day 2 - Areni - Noravank - King Smbat Fortress - Tsakhats Kar - Hermon

Day 3 - Selim Pass - Lake Sevan

Day 4 - Parz Lake - Goshavank - Dilijan

Old Dilijan - Goshavank - Parz Lake
This day you will be transferred to Parz Lake (Crystal Lake) and start the hike in Dilijan National Park along stunning forest trails. You will cross the amazing Areguni Pass and reach Goshavank Monastery of Gosh village, where the great scholar of the 13th century Mkhitar Gosh lived (the trail length – 8km). After the hiking, you will be transferred to Dilijan – a cozy town that keeps the unique spirit of rural Armenia. Here you will visit the newly opened Old Dilijan Complex on historic Sharambeyan Street and observe the weaving carpets made by local women at Tufenkian Carpet Showroom.
Overnight: Hotel in Dilijan
Meals: Breakfast
Hiking: 8.1 km/5.1 mi
Asc | Desc: 370 m/1214 ft

Day 5 - Gomer - Lastiver - Ijevan

Day 6 - Sanahin - Haghpat - Odzun

Day 7 - Amberd - Aragats - Saghmosavank - Yerevan

Day 8 - Departure

Transfer to the airport, departure

INCLUSIONS/EXCLUSIONS

The tour price includes

  • Private airport transfers according to your flight information
  • Accommodation in hotels 5 nights (3* European class hotels / double rooms), in guesthouses 2 nights (double rooms)
  • Breakfast
  • All transfers in air conditioned vehicles (vaccinated drivers)
  • English speaking hiking guide service for all days (vaccinated guides)
  • All admissions fees
  • 3 bottles (0.5 litre) of water per day per person
  • 24-hour office support
  • Local mountain guide service where needed

The tour price doesn't include

  • Flights (available upon request)
  • Visa fee
  • Medical insurance
  • Additional night75 USD
  • 3* Single supplement 119 USD
  • 4* upgrade p/p (dbl/twin room) (NOTE: 4* hotels are available depending on the region)90 USD

GUARANTEED TOUR DATES

Start End Price Space left
Private tour

Any date

from Yerevan
8
days
Individual

Sep 14, 2019

to Yerevan

1,289 USD

2+

Spaces left
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Tuesday

May 14, 2024

from Yerevan
8
days
Tuesday

May 21, 2024

to Yerevan

1,246 USD

13

Spaces left
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Tuesday

May 21, 2024

from Yerevan
8
days
Tuesday

May 28, 2024

to Yerevan

1,246 USD

13

Spaces left
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Tuesday

Jun 4, 2024

from Yerevan
8
days
Tuesday

Jun 11, 2024

to Yerevan

1,246 USD

13

Spaces left
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Tuesday

Aug 27, 2024

from Yerevan
8
days
Tuesday

Sep 3, 2024

to Yerevan

1,246 USD

13

Spaces left
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Tuesday

Sep 3, 2024

from Yerevan
8
days
Tuesday

Sep 10, 2024

to Yerevan

1,246 USD

12

Spaces left
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Tuesday

Sep 17, 2024

from Yerevan
8
days
Tuesday

Sep 24, 2024

to Yerevan

1,246 USD

13

Spaces left
Book now
Private tour

Any date

from Yerevan
8
days
Individual

Sep 14, 2019

to Yerevan
Space left

2+

1,289 USD

Tuesday

May 14, 2024

from Yerevan
8
days
Tuesday

May 21, 2024

to Yerevan
Space left

13

1,246 USD

Tuesday

May 21, 2024

from Yerevan
8
days
Tuesday

May 28, 2024

to Yerevan
Space left

13

1,246 USD

Tuesday

Jun 4, 2024

from Yerevan
8
days
Tuesday

Jun 11, 2024

to Yerevan
Space left

13

1,246 USD

Tuesday

Aug 27, 2024

from Yerevan
8
days
Tuesday

Sep 3, 2024

to Yerevan
Space left

13

1,246 USD

Tuesday

Sep 3, 2024

from Yerevan
8
days
Tuesday

Sep 10, 2024

to Yerevan
Space left

12

1,246 USD

Tuesday

Sep 17, 2024

from Yerevan
8
days
Tuesday

Sep 24, 2024

to Yerevan
Space left

13

1,246 USD

TRIP REVIEWS (10)

Cameron Mills

Sati, thanks for note about pick up. It’s been a great tour, really enjoyed it. Stayed in some great places, lovely food and fab adventures.
Thanks again.

26.06.2023
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Maciek Dlugokecki

Hi Sati, the trip was really excellent and exceeded my expectations. Great thanks to both you and Leovan for arranging everything to go so smoothly.  Many thanks!!!

21.06.2023
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Noemi M.

Dear Tatev,
I hope you are feeling better than last week. I flew back safely this morning in Geneva, very sad to leave Armenia after such a great holiday! Before I forget everything, here is my detailed feedback. Feel free to use it for your website or anywhere useful (just please use my first name only).

General comment on Arara
Excellent services, I have only positive things to say about Arara! The team has been reactive, helpful, accommodating and very friendly throughout. I would definitely recommend them or book a trip to another country with them.

General comment on guide
Vardan was as good as guides get: reliable, friendly, open-minded and endlessly patient. He went out of his way to accommodate my preferences and volunteered a lot of interesting information about the places we visited. He was also a very careful driver and always spot-on with his food recommendations :)

General comment on program
I enjoyed the program thoroughly and really feel like it gave me a good idea of Armenia. It was varied, well-designed and allowed enough flexibility to accommodate personal preferences. The hikes were well designed, not exhausting but still enjoyable. Perhaps indicate clearly that some of them require trekking poles? All the visits were interesting and it was a real luxury to have a guided tour in some places (ex. Matanadaran). Maybe this option could be offered in other places, for a small extra fee?

General comment on accommodation
All hotels/guest houses were well-situated and very comfortable. I particularly enjoyed staying in guest houses an B&B, much more fun and friendly than in large hotels! For that reason in Goris and Idejvan I would have liked to stay in a smaller place, but I cannot fault the comfort and service at the hotels we stayed in at all.

Special mentions
Everybody was incredibly nice and welcoming but some people really stood out over this trip:
- Naneh, our young guide for the hike in Areni. If she ever becomes a guide (like she hopes to) please hire her, she was fantastic!
- The team at Cascade Hotel in Yerevan, who were helpful and friendly beyond measure
- the owners of the guesthouse in Dilijan who went our of their way to secure me good working conditions
- And once again, the whole Arara team and Vardan!

I hope I will get back in touch some day to organise a trip to Georgia, Azerbaidjan or even Iran! In the meantime I will tell all my friends and family about Arara and Armenia :)

Best wishes,

Reviw on Tripadvisor

 

26.04.2021
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WHY BOOK WITH ARARA

CENTRAL LOCATED HOTELS

We choose only the best hotels located in the city center close to the main sights.

GUIDES WITH 8+ YEAR EXPERIENCE

We work only with professional guides and guides who have experience in tourism for more than 8 years. All our guides are fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

THE BEST PRICE IN THE MARKET FOR HIGH-QUALITY SERVICE

With Arara you book at first hand from a qualified local Armenian agency. Avoid surcharges applied by intermediaries and save money!

LICENSED AIR CONDITIONED TRANSPORT

We provide our tourists with comfortable air-conditioned transport. All our drivers are fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

Travelers on the tour mostly from the USA, UK, Australia and Canada

We host over 3,000+ tourists per year. Our clients are mostly from the USA, UK, Australia and Canada. Average age of our travelers is from 45 to 80. Our groups consist of travelers from all genders. There are solo travelers in most of our groups.

Overnight in regions

We provide accommodation in the regions which allows our tourists not to get tired of a long journey, experience the full color of Armenia and minimize driving distance.

TRIP ACCOMMODATION

Ani Central Inn Hotel (Yerevan)

B&B Guest House Armenia (Dilijan)

Lavash (Chkalovka)

LucyTour (Hermon)

B&B Kamar (Ijevan)

Ani Plaza (Yerevan)

Tufenkian Old Dilijan Complex (Dilijan)

Tufenkian Avan Marak Tsapatagh (Sevan)

PACKING CHECKLIST

Documents:

Passport, flight ticket (printed or electronic), insurance, visa (if required)

First aid kit:

bandaids / plasters, special medicine or drugs in permanent use, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, lip balm

Essentials:

Moneybelt, laptop/tablet/phone, chargers, camera with extra memory cards and batteries, outlet adapter

Credit cards and cash:

Credit cards can be used in all capital/big cities at hotels, restaurants, shopping malls, supermarkets, etc. EUR, USD and GBP can be exchanged into the local currency at exchange places and banks.

Dressing:

There are no restrictions regarding clothes; scarf or shawl is advisable for churches (obligatory in Georgia for women)

Spring / Autumn:

long pants/jeans, long sleeve blouses, light raincoat, jacket, comfortable waterproof shoes, umbrella

Summer:

T-shirts, shorts, long sleeve blouses for evening, sandals, umbrella, sun protection, sun glasses, sunhat

Winter:

Warm coat, warm wool sweater, long warm trousers, long boots (waterproof), scarf, gloves

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