We offer you a two-day hike in Tavush region. Tavush lies in the north-east of Armenia and is the most wooded region of the republic since about the half of the territory is covered by forests. This province is rich with historical-architectural monuments, such as cyclopean fortresses of different periods, medieval cave settlement in Lastiver, churches and monasteries of the early, middle and late medieval periods. The diversity of this region is astounding since apart from having a huge cultural heritage, it also has a great natural capital including numerous mineral springs and small lakes spread all over the area. For instance, Lake Parz in the east of Dilijan, and Lake Gosh near the village of Gosh. In order to accomplish everything that was told above, let’s watch this picturesque video about Tavush.
Day 1: Hike from lake Parz to village Gosh
Early in the morning, we will start our journey from Yerevan and will head to the treasure, the timeless and everlasting Lake Sevan. The lake is situated in Gegharkunik province, at an altitude of 1900 meters, and is called the pearl of Armenian mountains. The lake is surrounded by mountains and constantly changes its appearance depending on weather, mirroring the merest climate fluctuations, so even the movement of clouds can change it beyond recognition. There, we will visit the monastery of Sevanavank, which is located on a peninsula that used to be an island. The monastery was constructed in 874 by Princess Mariam.
Lake Sevan
After visiting the monastery, we will continue our journey to another alpine lake hidden in the mountains. We will start the hike from Lake Parz and through the mountains covered by dense forests, will go down to the village of Gosh. The village is named after one of the 12th-century Armenian thinkers Mkhitar Gosh.
Here we will see one of the largest monasteries in the region – the medieval Armenian monastery complex of the XII-XIII centuries. On the territory of this complex, there is a two-meter high khachkar, recognized as the best for the excellence of the work of its creator, the master Poghos.
Overnight in Dilijan.
Parz Lake
Details of the day:
- Location – Tavush province
- Distance from Yerevan – 120km
- Length of the route – 15 km
- Difficulty level – moderate
- The best hiking period- all seasons
- Overnight stay: Dilijan
Day 2: Old Dilijan and fairy Lastiver
After having breakfast, we will go for a walk around Dilijan. The town is covered with forests and trees, which explains why the locals call it the “Little Switzerland of Armenia”. Not far from Dilijan, on the afforested slope of the mountain, lies the monastery complex of Jukhtakvank, which consists of two churches – The Church of the Holy Mother of God and St. Gregory the Illuminator Church. According to the inscription that appears at the entrance, the former one was constructed in 1201, whereas the exact date of the latter’s construction is unknown. There is a medieval cemetery near the monastery of Jukhtakvank.
Jukhtakvank
Afterwards, we will head to the village of Yenokavan, from where we will start our journey through the Khachaghbyur gorge to one of the most fabulous corners of Armenia – Lastiver. There you will see waterfalls, tree houses and medieval caves, in which hermits once lived. This paradisiacal place is gorgeous at any time of the year and in any weather.
At the end, we will return to Yerevan.
Furthermore, it is worth noting that at the beginning of our journey there is a zipline, so you can have a ride before starting the hike. If you don’t know what the zip line is, then you need to watch our video.
Details of the day:
- Location – Tavush province
- Distance from Dilijan – 45km
- Length of the route – 9 km
- Difficulty level – easy
- The best hiking period- all seasons
Tour price:
| Number of Participants | Price per person |
|
2 – 3 |
175 000 AMD |
|
4 – 5 |
125 000 AMD |
|
6 – 9 |
115 000 AMD |
|
10– 15 |
98 000 AMD |
The price includes:
- the service of the English-speaking guide
- Transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Accommodation
- food service during the whole tour
The price does not include:
- Rent of personal equipment
- Alcoholic beverages
- Zipline (30$)
Gear list:
- hiking boots
- spare shoes to change (sneakers, sandals, flip flops)
- backpack 30L – 40L
- warm clothes
- fleece jacket
- fleece hat
- gloves
- personal first aid kit
- trekking poles
- raincoat
- cap
- buff
- sunglasses
- forehead flashlight
- sunscreen
- lip balm
For the booking and all questions, please contact us.
The book “The Mountainous Island” is a great present for both your hiking friend who is interested in the mountains of Armenia, and for yourself. All of the mountains described in the book were climbed by ArmGeo throughout the course of his 10-year career.
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