MT VARAG AND MT ARTOS ASCENT + VAN
Two impressive peaks of Van, Varag and Artos are waiting for us. With our very interesting and rich program we will have trekking these symbolic peaks and see a number of treasures of Western Armenia, including Van and Aghtamar, Araks and Berkri and more. A destination where mountaineering and historical and cultural tourism are perfectly combined.
Upcoming tours -
27.09 - 01.10
Departure - 06:00AM,
Arrival - 11:55PM,
Address - 8 Tumanyan str.
Price - 199000 AMD
Includes
Transportation (Mercedes Sprinter/VW)
3+ star hotels (Dbl/Twin/Triple rooms)
2 meals in a day
Tour guide service in Armenian (English summaries also can be provided, for further information contact our office)
Local professional guide service
Boat ticket
Entrance fees for all sights
discounts for buying gear from stores
Not Includes
Turkish visa. Our company prepares the visa
Tour details
DAY 1 | ROAD TO VAN
Passing Gyumri, Bavra, Javakhk (Georgia)
Tsovakn Hyusiso (Childir) Lake
Araks River
Mt Ararat (passing by the slopes of the mountain)
Dinner in Van
Overnight: VanWonderful places await us on the way to the unique Van. We will enjoy Tsovakn Hyusiso (Childir) Lake, after which we will go to Van via Kars, Igdir, Bayazet, stopping on the shores of Araks River and passing through the slopes of Mt Ararat.
DAY 2 | MT VARAG
Varag Mountain (hiking)
Dinner in Van
Overnight: VanMt Varag will be the first peak of our unique journey. Located behind the city of Van, this mountain is one of the most beautiful corners of Armenian highlands.
The height of Mt Varag is 3200 m, the relative height of the ascent is about 900 m, the total distance of the hike is about 14 km.
DAY 3 | VAN, AGHTAMAR
Breakfast at hotel
Aghtamar Island, Holy Cross Church, Swimming in Lake Van
Lunch near Lake Van – “Vana tarekh” (Van Fish)
Free time in Van
Overnight: VanToday we will have a cruise to Aghtamar Island, a chance to swim in Lake Van, visit the magnificent Holy Cross Church, as well as tasting tarekh (Van fish) on the shores of the lake. Great recovery after Varag and before ascent to mount Artos.
DAY 4 | MT ARTOS
Mountain Artos (hiking)
Dinner in Van
Overnight: VanIt is time for hiking to the top of Mount Artos, which we have seen many times in the pictures, particularly in combination with Aghtamar and the Holy Cross Church. And now from the top of this beautiful mountain you can admire the wonderful views of Lake Van. Wonderful ascent, which will give you heavenly views, unforgettable feelings.
The height of Mt Artos is 3550 m, the relative height of the ascent is about 1200 m, the total distance of the hike is about 15 km.
DAY 5 | VAN
Breakfast at hotel
Mher’s Door
Berkri Waterfall
Lunch in Kars
Back to YerevanIt's the day of return, but we still have some of Van's treasures for you. In the morning we will go to Agravakar to visit Mher's door. After enjoying the unique Van, the refreshing Berkri waterfall awaits us. Passing Kars we will return to Yerevan.
