Transcaucasian Trail Hike Armenia

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This trip fulfilled all my expectations. A perfect mixture of culture and adventure: sightseeing and hiking in stunning landscapes. The guides were awesome and tried to make this trip as unforgettable as possible for us.

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8 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

12 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Ends

Yerevan, Armenia

Tbilisi, Georgia

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Highlights

Hike a rugged, rewarding stretch of the Armenian Transcaucasian Trail, traversing alpine meadows, forested ridgelines and hidden valleys linking ancient villages

Visit UNESCO-listed treasures - Haghpat, Sanahin and Haghartsin monasteries

Continue seamlessly for a complete Transcaucasian hiking experience by adding our Georgian stage

Explore scenic Dilijan, Lake Sevan and the wild trails of “Little Switzerland”

Itinerary

Experience the historical sites and scenic beauty of the Caucasian Silk route in Armenia. From high-altitude lakes to hidden monasteries in the forest, this vivid guided hike reveals the rich natural and cultural heritage of Armenia on foot.
Follow sections of the Transcaucasian Trail through remote villages, flower-filled meadows and alpine forests, with each day offering both breathtaking scenery and ancient history - from the iconic Garni Temple and Geghard Monastery to 12th-century Goshavank and the UNESCO-listed Sanahin and Haghpat Monasteries.
Enjoy warm hospitality in locally hosted guesthouses, soak up scenic Lake Sevan, and walk forest trails through Dilijan National Park - known as the "Armenian Switzerland".
Perfectly paced and fully supported, this eight-day journey is the ideal introduction to the Caucasus on foot - and links seamlessly with part two of the Transcaucasian Trail Hike through Georgia.

day 1Join in Yerevan, Armenia

On arrival you will be met at the airport and transferred to the group hotel. This evening your Armenian guide will provide a trip briefing (meet at the hotel reception desk in the lobby) before you all enjoy a traditional welcome meal.
Overnight: Ani Plaza Hotel or similar

Meals

Dinner

day 2Sights of Yerevan

day 3Garni Temple & Geghard Monastery, drive to Lake Sevan

day 4Lake Sevan to Kalavan Hike

day 5Kalavan to Gosh Hike

day 6Gosh to Parz Lake Hike, transfer to Dilijan

day 7Shamakhyan to Haghartsin Monastery Hike, drive to Haghpat

day 8Sanahin Monastery, drive to Tbilisi, trip concludes

What's Included

Accommodation

3 nights accommodation in comfortable hotels on a twin-share basis4 nights accommodation in local guesthouses in rural locations twin-share (except for Kalavan village with multi-share rooms and shared bathroom facilities)Arrival airport transfer to group hotel in Yerevan on day 1, or when additional pre tour nights are booked with our officeTransfer to Tbilisi airport or Tbilisi group hotel on final day.

Meals

7 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 6 dinners

Transport

Internal transport by private vehicle

Guide

English speaking local guides & mountain guide during hiking

Others

Local sightseeing & entrance fees to monuments as listed in itineraryGroup medical kit

What's Excluded

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