WESTERN ARMENIA 3 DAYS

Leaving Yerevan and crossing Bavra, we enter the Javakhk. Our first stop is the second largest freshwater lake of the Armenian highlands, Tsovakn Hyusiso (Childir). After Tsovakn, we will make our way to the wonderful Ani. After fully enjoying Ani, we will next stop at the shore of River Araks, with the opportunity to get close to the river. We will also pass through the slopes of Mount Ararat, which is like a dream, and being on the other side of the mountain, we will see Mt Ararat from the "opposite" side. An impressive day is guaranteed.

Our first stop on the second day is Berkri Waterfall. This wonder of nature will soon merge with Lake Van, along the shores of which we reach the city of Van. Agravakar and Mheri's door are waiting for us. We will visit a unique place where you can not only see the legendary cats with different eye colors, but also love them. In the Fortress of Van, we open the tomb of the Urartian kings. And now it's time to sail to the wonderful Aghtamar Island, where we will visit church of St. Khach (Holy Cross), whose history, location and sculptures are amazing. It is the dream of many to swim in Lake Van, which is becoming a reality with us. After all this, it's time to enjoy the legendary Van fish right on the shores of Lake Van.

If the group agrees, we can add Mush to our program. After breakfast, we will visit the Saint Marine Church․ Then, crossing the Mush field, we reach the Aratsani (Eastern Euphrates) River, where we visit the Sulukh Bridge, the place where Gevorg Chavush fought his last battle, with its unique historical role and magnificent architectural composition. From the Mush field to Basen, passing through Vardo and Khnus. And in front of us is Mother Araks again, as well as the Hoviv (Shephard) Bridge. Then our way will pass through the evergreen forests of Sarighamish. After overcoming the fortress of Kars, the panoramic view of Kars opens before you, we will visit church of St. Arakelots, Vardan’s bridge, Yeghishe Charents House.