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Kachardzan to Hovk trek
- Distance: Approx. 85.6km
- Duration: Five to seven days
- Start point: Kachardzan
- End point: Hovk
- Difficulty: Moderate
If you have longer to spend in the area, you could spend five to seven days on this this multi-day waymarked trail from the village of Kachardzan to Hovk, via Dilijan.
You’ll hike through forests, gorges and woodlands and see the beautiful 12th-century Goshavank and 10th-century Haghartsin monasteries along the way. There are campsites and guesthouses along the way, but be sure to contact them beforehand to see if they’re open, or book with a specialist hiking company.
At a glance
Destinations
Dilijan National Park
Activity
Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Camping, Nature & WildlifePhysical Level
Moderate![Duration]()
Duration
5 days
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Kachardzan to Hovk trek
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