HAMSHEN, TRABZON, TAYK, BLACK SEA 4 DAYS

HAMSHEN, TRABZON, TAYK, BLACK SEA 4 DAYS

Historical tour, wonderful and magnificent nature, unique and memorable days. Hamshen is one of the wonders of nature, and at the same time rich in many historical monuments. Don't miss not only to enjoy nature and local history, but also the opportunity to see Hamshen traditions and lifestyle, cuisine and wonderful costumes. In addition, during the tour we will visit many wonders of Trabzon, Gugark and Tayk to discover Armenian and Greek historical masterpieces.

Upcoming tours - 07.11 - 10.11
Departure - 05:00AM, Arrival - 11:55PM, Address - 8 Tumanyan str.
Price - 119000 AMD
Includes
3+ star hotels (Dbl/Twin/Triple rooms)
Transportation (Mercedes Sprinter/VW)
2 meals in a day
Tour guide service in Armenian (English summaries also can be provided, for further information contact our office)
entrance tickets (except Sumela Monastery)
Not Includes
Turkish visa. Our company prepares the visa
Entrance fee for Sumela Monastery: 9500AMD.

Tour details

DAY 1 | THE GATES OF HEAVEN
Passing Gyumri, Bavra, Javakhk (Georgia)

Black Lake of Shavshat
Tbet Monastery
Shavshat Fortress
Chorokh River

Dinner in Hopa
Overnight: Hopa

Passing through the Bavra checkpoint and Georgia, we will enter Ardahan. Our first stop is in the heart of Shavshat, on the shores of the unique Black Lake. We will also visit Tbet Monastery. In Shavshat, we will also see the local famous fortress, as well as enjoy the wonderful nature from the top of the fortress. We are also waiting for the much-loved Chorokh viewpoint, from where we will see the breathtaking view of Chorokh River, one of the four most important rivers of the Armenian highlands, and the elevated city of Artvin, then we will reach the Black Sea coast through Borchka province, where we will spend the night in Hopa.

DAY 2 | THE ARMENIAN PARADISE
Breakfast at hotel

Twin bridges
Manjuna Waterfall (hiking)
Fortuna River Gorge and Chamlihamshen
Zil Castle
Balahovit Waterfall

Lunch: Hamshen dishes and tea party

Ayder: free time

Overnight: Hopa

In the morning, after breakfast with a panoramic view of the Black Sea, we will set off to discover the wonders of the Hamshen. We will visit the Twin Bridges, and after enjoying it, we will walk to the Manjuna Waterfall (2 km hiking overall). Then, we will enter the Fortuna River Gorge. We will see the wonderful bridges of Hamshen, we will climb Zil Castle, which is one of the most impressive fortresses in the world. Not far away is the waterfall of Balahovit. After the Balahovit waterfall, we will visit the famous yayla of Ayder, which is a touristic center with its beautiful forests, waterfalls, unique architecture, Hamshen costumes, and interesting music typical of the area. Here we will taste Hamshen dishes, as well as enjoy the legendary Hamshen tea, after which we will have free time in Ayder.

DAY 3 | HISTORICAL TRAPIZON
Breakfast at hotel

Surb Amenaprkich (Holy Saviour) Monastery of Trabzon
Hagia Sophia in Trabzon
Sumela Monastery

Lunch in Trabzon

Free time near Black Sea

Overnight: Hopa

The third day is dedicated to Trabzon, this beautiful city and its surroundings. Even today, one can still find rich Armenian and Greek traces in Trabzon and its surroundings. Trabzon is also home to the world-famous Sumela Monastery. In Trabzon, we will see the Armenian Church of the Holy Saviour, where impressive and beautiful frescoes have been preserved. We will also see Hagia Sophia, an ancient Greek church in the heart of Trabzon. After a beautiful day, we will return to Hopa/Arhavi, where we will have free time on the beach of Black Sea. Those who wish can swim or admire beautiful views and a beautiful sunset.

DAY 4 | TAYK
Breakfast at hotel

Tortum Waterfall
Cathedral of Banak
Oshkvank Monastery
Ardahan: Kura river and Ardahan Fortress

Lunch in Ardahan
Back to Yerevan

The next stop will be at Tortum Waterfall. We will continue our way to the Banak Cathedral, Oshkvank Monastery, then Ardahan Fortress and Kura River. After enjoying all this, we will continue our journey to Yerevan.


Booking

Price - 119000 AMD