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Tour Ani, swim in Lake Van, taste Van tarekh, sail to Akhtamar Island, see the Mush plain, pass along the slopes of Mt. Ararat, the Byurakn mountains, and Tondrak. Enjoy the Berkri waterfall and visit Van, Kars, Erzurum, Igdir, and Bayazet. See the Araks and Aratsani rivers and much more. A wonderful four-day trip to discover the most beautiful corners of Western Armenia. Professional service by experienced specialists, high-comfort transportation, and unforgettable memories for a lifetime.
Day 1: Magnificent Ani and Majestic Kars. Departure: Yerevan-Gyumri-Akhalkalaki-Kartsakh, Lake Childir, Ani (Cathedral, St. Savior, Abughamrents, Tigran Honents, Gagkashen, Apostles churches, walls), Kars (Kars Fortress, Vardan Bridge, Holy Apostles Church, Charents' house).
Day 2: Fortified Erzurum and Mush. Sarikamish forests, Basen (Araks River and Shepherd's Bridge), Karin (Erzurum): Armenian church, Erzurum fortress, Sanasaryan College, Byurakn mountains, Mush plain (Aratsani River and Sulukh Bridge), Mush city (Old Armenian quarter and St. Marine church).
Day 3: Van Dream. Baghesh: Bitlis fortress, Por village khachkars and St. Anania church, Akhtamar Island (sailing, Holy Cross church, swimming in Lake Van), Varagavank, Van cat breeding center, Van Fortress, tomb of Urartian kings, Mher's door, and Agravakar.
Day 4: The Biblical Mountain. Berkri waterfall, Mt. Tondrak and lava fields, Daroynk fortress, passing the slopes of Ararat from the "opposite" side, passing through Igdir, Araks River, return via Kars-Akhalkalaki-Gyumri-Yerevan.
Price includes:
- 3+ star hotels (double rooms)
- High-quality minibus
- 2 quality meals per day (optional menu)
- Professional guide services (Armenian Turkologists)
- All entrance tickets to sights
- Boat fee in Van
Price does not include visa fee.