Overview
Climb a significant monument of Armenian history, a symbolic mountain in the southern regions of Armenia, Mount Khustup (3206m above sea level). Lush forests, emerald meadows and rocky peaks, dominate the Syunik region. Discover some famous armenian monuments in the road to the south
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- Mobile ticket
- Hotel pickup offered
What's included
Lunch
Cable car fee in Tatev
Lunches and meals for the night of first day and the second day (whole day)
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
Day 1 Yerevan-Khor Virap-Noravank-Karahunge-Tatev-Kapan
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Khor Virap
45 min
On the way, you will have the opportunity to stop and explore the Monasteries of Khor Virap, Noravank or Tatev (cable car at your expense) and the megalithic complex of Karahunj.
The journey from Yerevan to Kapan takes about six hours. When you set your foot in Kapan, you will be settled in a hotel to rest before starting the day full of adventures. You can also stroll through the streets of Kapan or taste delicious specialties of the region. -
Noravank Monastery
45 min
On the way, you will have the opportunity to stop and explore the Monasteries of Khor Virap, Noravank or Tatev (cable car at your expense) and the megalithic complex of Karahunj.
The journey from Yerevan to Kapan takes about six hours. When you set your foot in Kapan, you will be settled in a hotel to rest before starting the day full of adventures. You can also stroll through the streets of Kapan or taste delicious specialties of the region. -
Karahundj (Armenia's Stonehenge)
30 min
On the way, you will have the opportunity to stop and explore the Monasteries of Khor Virap, Noravank or Tatev (cable car at your expense) and the megalithic complex of Karahunj.
The journey from Yerevan to Kapan takes about six hours. When you set your foot in Kapan, you will be settled in a hotel to rest before starting the day full of adventures. You can also stroll through the streets of Kapan or taste delicious specialties of the region. -
Tatev Monastery
2 hours Admission ticket not included
On the way, you will have the opportunity to stop and explore the Monasteries of Khor Virap, Noravank or Tatev (cable car at your expense) and the megalithic complex of Karahunj.
The journey from Yerevan to Kapan takes about six hours. When you set your foot in Kapan, you will be settled in a hotel to rest before starting the day full of adventures. You can also stroll through the streets of Kapan or taste delicious specialties of the region.
Day 2 Kapan-Mt Khustup-Erevan
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Khustup
9 hours
The next day, the comfortable Jeep will drop you off at the starting point of your ascent, located about 2000 meters above sea level. The climb will last about 6 to 7 hours depending on your promptitude (breaks included). The landscapes will change in front of your eyes: from the luxuriant forests to the verdant meadows, then, you will reveal the imposing rocky summit of Mount Khustup from which you will have a celestial view over the whole region. The variety of the surrounding nature, fauna and flora, will give you a sense of intense freedom.
Afterward, you will take the same path to descend and your jeep will wait for you at the slope of the mount, which will drive you to the vehicle that will take care of your comfortable transfer to Yerevan.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Yerevan).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
FAQs about Khustup, Sacred Mountain
Can I cancel Khustup, Sacred Mountain for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 days.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Lunch
What's not included?
- Cable car fee in Tatev
- Lunches and meals for the night of first day and the second day (whole day)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Khor Virap, Noravank Monastery, Karahundj (Armenia's Stonehenge), Tatev Monastery, Khustup.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, French.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness.
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