Cultural Trekking. Armenia - Georgia
Discover the Caucasus, the cradle of legends as divine as they are human. Revisit the myth of Jason and the Argonauts, the secret of fire that Prometheus revealed to the world under the wrath of Zeus, and the origins of Christianity in the nations that were first to proclaim it their official religion. A journey to Armenia and Georgia, in truth, to leap through History and boast of crossing magical valleys and mountains outlined by the silhouette of ancient monasteries, from which one comes to believe there is a direct thread to the very heavens, both literally and, of course, figuratively. In trekking and touring mode, we offer you one of the great journeys of the world, with a group organized from Argentina.
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1- Silk Road
2- The Caucasus
Planned Itinerary
Day 0: Departure from Argentina (or from any other country) DATE: 02-08-2026.
Day 1: Arrival DATE 03-08-2026. Transfer to the hotel. Check-in (-/-/-) Arrival at Zvartnots Airport in Yerevan, capital of Armenia. Transfer to the hotel. Accommodation. Free time to explore.
Day 2: Meeting in Yerevan, Armenia. Yerevan → Geghard → Garni → City walk → Tsitsernakaberd. In the morning we visit the Geghard Monastery, also known as “Ayrivank”, meaning “the church carved into the rock”. The monastery was built in the 4th century, during the early years of the adoption of Christianity as the state religion. Geghard Monastery is inscribed on the UNESCO “World Heritage List”. From here we walk to the 1st-century BC pagan Temple of Garni; along the way you will see the famous Symphony of Stones. Garni was dedicated to the sun god Mihr and is the only pagan temple preserved in the Caucasus region and in the former Soviet Union. Here, in a local home, you will see how the famous national bread ¨lavash¨ is made and get to taste it. We return to Yerevan. Overnight at the hotel in Yerevan. Driving: apr. 12 0 km = 3 hours (B/L/D) Walking: apr. 3 hours , ↓2 00 m, ↑ 22 0 m
Day 3: Yerevan → Khor Virap → Noravank → Goris. After breakfast we drive to Khor Virap, located west of the Araks River. The significance of the Khor Virap church is closely tied to Saint Gregory the Illuminator, who made Christianity the official religion. From Areni we begin walking through the Amaghu canyon toward Noravank Monastery, which was one of the bishops’ residences in the early 13th century. There are many khachkars within the complex, including those by the renowned architect and sculptor Momik, noted for their high artistic merit. From here we drive to the city of Goris. Dinner. Overnight. Driving: apr. 26 5 km = 5 hours (B/L/D) Walking: apr. 2 hours.
Day 4: Goris → Khndzoresk → Tatev → Devil’s Bridge → Goris. After breakfast we begin walking toward the village of Khndzoresk (apr. 2-2.5 hours), set on the slopes of a deep canyon. The cave village stretches for 3 kilometers, with houses carved mostly into the rock. We then continue to Halidzor, from where we take the world’s longest cable car, called ¨Wings of Tatev¨, to Tatev Monastery. From here we will walk to the ¨Devil’s Bridge¨ (apr. 2-2.5 hours). We return to Goris. Overnight at the hotel in Goris. Driving: apr. 85 km = 1 hour and a half (B/L/D) Walking: apr. 5 hours.
Day 5: Goris → Baghaburj → Trekking to Mount Khustup. After breakfast we begin our trek up Mount Khustup. From the village of Baghaburj we start walking toward base camp, where we will stay for two nights. Driv
ing: apr. 85 km = 2.5 hour s (B/L/D) Walking: apr. 5 - 6 hours, ↑ 1000 m
Day 6: Trek to the summit of Mount Khustup. After breakfast, from base camp we climb to the summit of Mount Khustup (3206 m a.s.l.). We then descend from the summit back to camp. Overnight. Walking: apr. 7 hours , ↑1 1 00 m, ↓ 11 00 m (B/L/D)
Day 7: Mount Khustup → Baghaburj → Goris. After breakfast we pack up camp and walk to the village of Baghaburj. Here our bus awaits to take us to Goris. Dinner. Overnight. Driving: apr. 85 km = 2.5 hour s (B/L/D) Walking: apr. 3 - 4 hour s , ↓ 10 00 m
Day 8: Zorats Karer → Selim → Noratus → Sevan → Dilijan. After breakfast we visit one of the oldest monumental complexes in the world, called Karahunj or Zorats Karer, located in the Syunik region – the oldest observatory in the world, built in the 4th millennium BC. From here we continue toward the Selim Caravanserai, built in 1332. This caravanserai served as a place where caravans loaded with goods bound for the markets of Europe and the Orient could spend the night. We then visit the medieval cemetery of Noratus. There is a great number of khachkars («cross-stones») in the village of Noratus. The cemetery holds the largest concentration of khachkars in Armenia. We arrive at Lake Sevan, the longest high-mountain freshwater lake in the Caucasus region. On the Sevan peninsula stands Sevanavank Monastery – founded in 305. We then head to Dilijan, which has earned the name “Little Switzerland” of Armenia for its lush, dense forests and large mountains. Overnight in Dilijan. Driving: apr. 2 8 0 km = 5 hours (B/L/D)
Day 9: Dilijan → Lake Parz → Hike to Goshavank → Haghpat. After breakfast we drive to Lake Parz, from where we begin hiking to Goshavank (1500 m a.s.l.) through dense forest. The monastery is located within Dilijan National Park and is one of the famous religious, educational and cultural centers of the 12th-13th centuries. It was founded by the Armenian scholar, fabulist, lawmaker and cleric Mkhitar Gosh, hence the monastery’s name, Goshavank. Here our bus awaits to take us to Haghpat Monastery. Dinner. Overnight in Haghpat. Driving: apr. 160 km = 3.5 hour s (B/L/D) Walking: apr. 3 hours , ↑ 30 0 m
Day 10: Crossing into Georgia: Hike to Haghpat and Sanahin → Sadakhlo → Tbilisi (capital of Georgia). After breakfast we begin the hike to Haghpat and Sanahin. The name of Sanahin Monastery literally translates as “this one is older than the other”, probably reflecting the fact that it is older than the other monastery, Haghpat, which lies 26 minutes away. Haghpat Monastery (10th-13th centuries) is one of the large and famous complexes that highlight the special character of medieval Armenian architecture, its picturesque quality, its harmony with the environment, and its territorial balance. The monasteries of Sanahin and Haghpat are inscribed on the UNESCO “World Heritage List”. We meet at the Sadakhlo border and cross into Georgia. Transfer to Tbilisi, the capital city. Overnight. Driving: apr. 1 4 0 km = 3 hours (B/L/D) Walking: apr. 3 hours
Day 11: Tbilisi → Mtskheta → Ananuri → Kazbegi. After breakfast we drive to Mtskheta, a UNESCO heritage site and the ancient capital of Georgia. The excursion includes a visit to Jvari Church, built in the 6th century. We then visit Svetitskhoveli Cathedral; the name translates as ¨life-giving pillar¨. The cathedral was built in the 11th century and became a cradle of Christianity in Georgia. We then drive to Kazbegi, the country’s mountainous region. Along the way, we pass Ananuri Castle and the Zhinvali reservoir. The impressive drive from Gudauri along the Tergi River will take us to Stepantsminda - the main town of the region. Dinner. Overnight in Kazbegi. Driving: apr. 1 7 0 km = 4 hour s (B/L/D)
Day 12: Kazbegi → Gergeti → Kazbegi. After breakfast we walk up to Gergeti Church (2170 m a.s.l., 1.5-2 hours). We return to town. Lunch in Kazbegi. We then drive to Dariali Gorge and visit the Dariali monastic complex. We walk a short way to Gveleti Waterfall. We return to Kazbegi. Overnight. Driving: apr. 160 km = 3.5 hour s (B/L/D) Walking: apr. 4 - 4.5 hours , ↑ 470 m , ↓ 470 m.
Day 13: Kazbegi → Juta → Chaukhi Pass → Tbilisi. After breakfast we drive by 4x4 to the village of Juta (2200 m a.s.l.). We begin walking to Chaukhi Pass (3330 m a.s.l.). We return to Juta and then to Kazbegi. And our final stop is Tbilisi. Dinner. Overnight in Tbilisi. Walking: apr. 3.5 - 4 hours , ↑ 1130 m , ↓ 1130 m (B/L/D).
Day 14: Tbilisi city tour. After breakfast at the hotel, we go for a walk around the city of Tbilisi. The tour includes the following landmarks: Tbilisi Sameba Cathedral, the largest cathedral in the Caucasus; Metekhi Church, standing on the cliff with views over the Mtkvari River. The colorful Darejani Palace is also perched on the cliff, like a swallow’s nest. The sulfur baths are found in Old Tbilisi, on the other side of the river, facing Darejani Palace. Narikala Fortress, founded in the 4th century. Visit Karvasla - a multi-purpose building located in the Old Tbilisi district. Here you will also find Georgian souvenir shops and craft stores. We then continue toward Shardeni Street with its cafes and art galleries, passing Sioni Cathedral and Anchiskhati Basilica. We will visit the famous Bridge of Peace. Finally, the route will take you to Rustaveli Avenue, with landmarks such as the Tbilisi Opera and Ballet Theatre, Parliament, Rustaveli Theatre, art galleries and cafes that draw your attention and create a cosmopolitan atmosphere. Accommodation in Tbilisi (B/L/D).
Day 15 end: Departure. Check-out and transfer to the airport to catch the return flight. Date: 17-08-2026
Continuation with expedition to Mount Ararat, 5137 m a.s.l. (Turkey) - Extra program (please inquire): For those staying on to do the Mount Ararat expedition, on this day we will be transferred to the border with Turkey, and from there (Türkgözü) another transfer will take us across the east of that country, from north to south, to the city of Dogubayzit. Overnight at a hotel. 7 extra days
