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The Armenian Highland has been depicted in the legends and folk tales of the Armenian people for thousands of years. Mountains of the Armenian Highland, with their enormous size, restless volcanic activities, often erupting with fire and lava, shaking the earth, making terrible roars, were taken by the locals as a source of enormous force and movement and living beings to be worshipped.The territory of Armenian Highland has a complex and unique structure which fuels the interest of well-known scientists and researchers to observe the geological conditions of this area. Because of its location, Armenian Highland is distinguished from the neighboring Anatolian and Iranian plateaus.
Lake Sevan
Legends about dragon-like fish living in the lakes and turning their surroundings upside down have passed generations to generations.
Lake Sevan is the largest body of water in both Armenia and the Caucasus region. It is one of the largest freshwater high-altitude (alpine, 2000 m) lakes in Eurasia. Sevan is considered one of the three great "seas" of historic Armenia. It is the only one within the boundaries of present-day Republic of Armenia.
Geghama Mountains
The best way to discover the hidden treasures of Armenia to trek Geghama Mountains. The trip to Geghama Mountains is an escape from civilization, where only shepherds with their flocks, lovers of isolation and wilderness go. Here you will find people called Yazidi – one of minorities of Armenia, who move to the mountains for the summer and live in tents with families and even with infants.
Geghama mountain range has a volcanic origin. The length of the range is 70 km, and the width is 48km. The highest peak is Mount Azhdahak (3597 m). In the crater of Azhdahak you will find a crystal-clear crater lake, filled with icy water of the mountains all year round.
Lets Go!
Day 1
Meeting at TERMINAL 2 at for direct flight to Yerevan.
Day 2 // Yerevan - Lake Sevan
Immigration procedure, overnight and drive to Lake Sevan. Leave Yerevan for Gegharquniq Province, where Lake Sevan aka "Blue Pearl" is located. We will stay at the shore of the lake to enjoy the beautiful scenery and the fresh air locating on 2000m high from the sea level. Overnight in guesthouse.
Day 3 // Lake Sevan-Akna - 3 peaks of Geghama (7-8km, moderate)
After breakfast we will move by SUVs to the heart of the Geghama Range over 3000m from the sea level and start climbing 3 gorgeous peaks: Mts. Aknasar, Shamprasar and Shushan 3258, 3259 and 3200m. At the end of the hike you will be surprised with a mountain kitchen at the lake with a warm dinner waiting for us. Overnight in tents.
Day 4 // Akna Lake – Azhdahak – Petroglyphs – Yerevan (13km, moderate)
After a breathtaking breakfast in the mountains we will start hiking to Azhdahak Mount, the highest peak of the Geghama (3,597m). At the peak we will see a small lake formed of the melting snow. Panorama opens to a view of Kotayk region, Ararat and Sevan. After descent we will meet our SUVs and drive to ancient petroglyphs which will surely overwhelm us with its size complexity and techniques. Whats the most surprising here, is the reference to other countries!! We will continue driving through the beautiful landscape and villages to arrive in Yerevan.
Overnight in Yerevan.
Day 5 // Yerevan
Quick look at city center before head off to airport and departure.
Level: Moderate, available for fit beginners.
Activities: trekking, optional swimming.
Duration: 5 days
Accommodation & meals: hotels, guesthouses, tents on the trek. Most meals included, except meals in restaurants.
Approx. cost: 4240 AED all incl. flights.
Specifically excluded: visas, PCR tests for return, restaurant meals.
PCR: 72 hrs to enter Armenia, return test has been incorporated in trip program.
All other details available for RSVPs.
See yah in Armenia **
Piotr
050 4848238
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