Հայերեն
English
Русский
Français
Español
Deutsch
Italiano
العربية
中文
हिन्दी
Polski
Western Armenia 4 days | From Sukavet to Bardogh
Explore Western Armenia in 4 unforgettable days — from Sukavet to Bardogh. Discover historic landmarks, breathtaking landscapes, cultural heritage.
About this tour
A four-day hiking tour to Western Armenia, designed for lovers of mountain travel.
The program combines historical sites, mountain landscapes, high-altitude lakes, and two impressive ascents — Mount Sukavet (Jrabashkh) and Mount Bardogh (Kogbasar).
The tour is suitable for participants up to 50 years old who have hiking experience and are ready for an active, intensive, and mountainous journey.
ATTENTION ❗
🥾 The tour is not intended for beginners
💪 Physical fitness is mandatory
🎒 It is necessary to have suitable hiking boots and appropriate gear
🥪 Participants must bring their own breakfast for the first day
⛰ The program includes hiking sections of medium-high and high difficulty
Itinerary
Day 1
1 Stop 1 Yerevan → Bayazet / Ağrı
Night departure from Yerevan (02:00)
Border crossing in the morning
Short stop for breakfast. Participants should bring their own food. After that, we will visit: Lake Çıldır, Tuzluca Salt Cave, and Balık Gölü. The overnight stay will be arranged in a 3* hotel in Ağrı.
Day 2
2 Stop 1 Sukavet Mountain / Mount Kösedağ – 3,445 m
Breakfast at the hotel
Departure from the hotel: 07:00
We will climb Mount Kösedağ — Sukavet / Jrabashkh.
Hiking details
Total distance: ~10 km ascent + descent
Duration: ~8 hours
Difficulty: high
Return to the hotel
Day 3
3 Stop 1 Alashkert Plain / Easy hikes
We will have breakfast, then head to Toprakkale Hill. We will climb Mount Npat, which takes about one hour — 2,154 m.
Hikes
Toprakkale — ~1 hour
Npat — ~1 hour
Difficulty: easy / moderate
Return to Bayazet
Day 4
4 Stop 1 Bardogh Mountain / Tekelti Dağı → Yerevan
Departure from the hotel: 08:00
Arrival at the starting point: ~09:00
Hike to Tekelti Dağı — Bardogh / Kolbasar — 2,562 m
Hiking details
Duration: 3–4 hours
Distance: ~2 km
Elevation gain: ~320 m
Special feature: scrambling sections, comparable to the upper part of Khustup Mountain.
What’s included
Included
- Transport
- Overnight
- Bottled water
- Meal (x2)
- Guide service (if there are foreign participants, the tour may be conducted in two languages)
Not included
- Visa fee: for RA (Armenian) citizens – 17 000 AMD, for US citizens – 110 USD. Citizens of European countries and Russia do not require a visa.
Pickup & Important information
FAQ
How many days does this tour last, and does it include overnight stays?
The tour lasts 4 days and includes overnight stays. It is an active mountain program with several hiking sections.
What time does the tour start, and when does it end?
The tour starts at 02:00 and ends at 12:00. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure.
On which days of the week is this tour available?
The tour runs on demand or on a custom date. Please check the preferred date with the operator.
What kind of transport is used for the trip?
Tours run on a comfortable minivan or bus depending on group size.
Are seats in the transport assigned in advance?
No, seats are not pre-assigned. We recommend arriving a bit early to choose your spot.
Is there Wi-Fi in the vehicle?
There is usually no Wi-Fi in the transport, but mobile internet works on most of the route.
In what languages is the tour guided?
Tours are conducted in Armenian, Russian and English. If there are non-local guests in the group, the guide can speak two languages.
Are the guides local?
Yes, our guides are local experts familiar with the history, culture and the sites being visited.
How much is this tour for one adult?
The price for one adult is 129,000 AMD, whatever the language of the guide.
In what currency is the price listed?
Prices are listed in AMD (Armenian dram).
If we come as a group of 5, is there a group discount?
Yes, groups of 5+ get 1000 AMD off per person on overnight tours.
Is there a child discount for this tour?
For overnight tours, the policy is 0-3 free without seat, 3-5 years get 5000 AMD discount per night, and 5+ pay full price. However, this program is intended for participants up to 50 years old with hiking experience and is not for beginners.
Have questions?
