Hiking tour to Mount Khustup

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2 years ago

The hiking tour to Mount Khustup provides you with a unique opportunity to enjoy picturesque views of nature, visit historical sites and make an exciting ascent. This unique combination will definitely make an unforgettable impression on each participant.

The ascent of Mount Khustup

The tour includes everything you need to break away from everyday life and plunge into the world of beauty and adventure. You will be able to enjoy the beautiful scenery, learn a lot about the history of the Syunik region, as well as overcome a difficult climb to enjoy a fascinating view from the top.

So, if you are ready to go on an unforgettable adventure, this trip is exactly what you need!

Travel dates: May – August

Day 1: Great Hermitage of Tatev, Devil’s Bridge, Tatev Monastery

Your journey to the south of Armenia begins in the morning. The first place to visit is the Great Hermitage of Tatev. Here, within the walls of the holy monastery, you will be able to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and feel peace and tranquility. And perhaps you will be able to solve the mystery of the Great Hermitage of Tatev, erected in the middle of the mountains.

Great Hermitage of Tatev

Next stop is the Tatev monastery. Tatev embodies the regal beauty of the ancient mountains. Time stops here, everything vain is forgotten. When visiting the Tatev Monastery, you will not only discover a magnificent example of the ancient Armenian architecture, but also find your inner harmony.

Devil’s Bridge

The Tatev Monastery is really a unique place where you will soak up the historical atmosphere and touch the richness of the architectural heritage of the medieval Armenia. The indescribable beauty of the Tatev Monastery and the nature around it will give you long-lasting positive emotions.

Tatev Monastery

Details of the day:

Location – Syunik region
Distance from Yerevan – 307 km
Relative height – 100 m
Length of the route – 2 km
Difficulty level – Easy
Overnight – in a hotel with a view of mount Khustup

Day 2: The ascent of Mount Khustup

We start ascent the mountain after leaving the village of Bagaburj in the morning. First, we take off-road vehicles to the height of 2000 meters, from where we begin our hiking trip. The ascent itself takes 5-6 hours. From the top there is a view of the Voghjii gorge and the city of Kapan, the Zangezur mountains, Meghri and Bargushat.

The ascent of Mount Khustup

Since ancient times, Mount Khustup has been a place of pilgrimage. Among local people it is called a “hermit mountain”. Now iit attracts all mountain lovers with its magnificent view. Here, among the ancient and majestic rocks that are admired even by experienced travelers, you will find peace in your heart. Khustup is a place where dreams of conquering the peaks become a reality.

Details of the day:

Location – Syunik region
Relative height – 1200 m
The length of the route – 12 km
Difficulty level – medium
Overnight – in a hotel with a view of mount Khustup

Day 3: Khndzoresk, Shaki Waterfall

After leaving Bagaburj in the morning we head to the village of Old Khndzoresk, which is famous for its cave houses and a suspension bridge 160 meters long. Khndzoresk is a mountain settlement whose inhabitants literally cut down their houses in solid stone. The population of Khndzoresk was relocated to a new place in the 1950’s and the village turned into an object of tourist attention.

Khndzoresk

We also invite you to admire the view of the Shaki Waterfall, which is considered to be the pearl of Armenia.

Shaki Waterfall

You will see cascades of crystal clear water falling from an incredible height and hear a grandiose mountain symphony. You will enjoy the refreshing coolness of the water and feel its unique energy.