We were a group of four from Hong Kong, China. We had just completed a 17-day trip of Armenia, Georgia and Azerbaijan in June 2024 with Arara. We were pleased with the itinerary, the accommodation and the transportation. We had wonderful time during our trip. The landscapes were absolutely beautiful. The culture was rich. Thank you Lilit who organized our trip. She answered our questions promptly. During the trip, she made sure everything ran smoothly. Thank you our excellent guides, Sophie in Georgia and Raffi in Armenia. They are extraordinary knowledgeable, professional and helpful. Sophi and Raffi cared us extremely well and brought a lot of happiness to us. The driver was also good. The tour is of international standard. We highly recommend Arara to everyone. Wish the entire team continue to bring happiness to the tourist all over the world.
Mt Aragats Trekking Tour
Conquer the southern and the northern peaks of Aragats
Embark on an exhilarating three-day trek to the dual peaks of Mount Aragats, the awe-inspiring, isolated four-peaked volcano that dominates the Armenian Highlands.
As the highest peak in the region at 4,094 metres, Mount Aragats is a beacon for trekkers and adventure seekers. This exclusive tour promises not only a physical challenge but also a journey through spectacular landscapes.
Most commercial hikes and treks climb only the more accessible southern summit. On this fully guided trek you'll climb the more challenging northern summit as well.
Feel the rush of adrenaline and the thrill of achievement as you scale the heights with the guidance and expertise of our professional trekking guides. From the pristine snow-dusted peaks to the sprawling vistas below, the views from Aragats are unmatched, offering a backdrop that will leave you in awe.
Designed for those who seek to immerse themselves in nature and challenge their limits, this tour will provide unforgettable emotions and lasting memories. Join us to experience the raw beauty and majestic allure of Mount Aragats, where every step brings a new perspective and every breath a fresh challenge.
Trip notes
This is a three-day guided trekking tour. You'll spend two nights in the weather station and summit both peaks on the second day.
This is a strenuous trek requiring a good level of fitness.
Prefer to customise this trip? Get in touch to book this as a private tour!
Good to know
- Arara Tour: The leading Caucasus specialists
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What's included
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Accommodation
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Ground transfers
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Breakfast
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Guided excursions
Days
3
Starting from
$677 pp
Destinations
Mount AragatsActivity
Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Responsible Travel, Slow Travel, Solo TravelTour Type
Small group tour, Private guided tourPhysical Level
StrenuousDetailed itinerary
What you'll see and do
Day 1
Arrival - Yerevan - Byurakan - Lake Kari
Yerevan

We will collect you at your hotel or airport for the short drive to the Byurakan village from where the hike begins.
The climb will starts at 1600m with snowshoes to Lake Kari (3200 m). Overnight stay in weather-station and minimum conditions will be provided.
Overnight: in Weather station
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Hiking: 5 km/3.1 mi
Included meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2
Southern Summit - Northern Summit - Weather Station
Mount Aragats

This is the big day! You'll wake early for breakfast before setting out on the climb. The day's hiking begins by ascending the top of the southern summit 3879 m (with a snack at the top-lunchbox). We then descend into the crater, and ascend to the top of the northern summit (4094 m), before returning to the weather station.
Overnight: in Weather station
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hiking: 5 km/3.1 mi
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Yerevan
Check out Yerevan’s art scene by climbing The Cascade staircase that connects downtown Yerevan with the museum district... -
Mount Aragats
Aragats is the highest mountain in Armenia, offering adventurous hikers a challenging climb... -
Yerevan
Check out Yerevan’s art scene by climbing The Cascade staircase that connects downtown Yerevan with the museum district...
Speak to a Mount Aragats specialist about this trip



Where to stay
Some of our sample accommodation.
What's included
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Accommodation |
All nights in hand-chosen hotels, carefully selected guesthouses and campsites. All nights in carefully-selected, quality assured campsites and hotels including unique, independently-owned boutiques. |
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Ground transfers |
Private airport transfers in private cars and comfortable minivans, according to your flight information. |
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Breakfast |
Breakfasts are included. |
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Guided excursions |
All trips and excursions accompanied by expert, bi-lingual guides to give you an insider’s view of the Caucasus. |
How to book
Arara Tour trips can be booked as a private-guided tour, or as a small group tour. Please contact us now to discuss your preferences.
Once we've confirmed your itinerary we will send you a deposit invoice for 200 Euro (USD, AUD, GBP). Once your deposit is received we will start booking your hotel reservations and other services.
Your final payment will be made 15 days before the start of the trip. We can accept payment by bank transfer or credit card.
FAQs
CAN I ADD AN EXTRA NIGHT ON THE BEGINNING OR END OF MY GROUP TRIP?
Yes sure, you can. Just ask your travel specialist at the time of booking and she/he will book accommodation for an extra night for an additional charge.
WHAT IS THE BEST TIME OF YEAR TO TRAVEL TO THE CAUCASUS?
We operate the Caucasus trips from the start of April (Easter time) to the end of October. The weather is usually good in that period. Only if you chose adventure tours, it's preferable to travel from the end of May to the end of September.
I HAVE SPECIAL DIETARY REQUIREMENTS – WILL THEY BE CATERED FOR?
Yes sure, your special dietary requirements will be cared for. Just let your travel advisor know, and she/he will care about the food included in the tour price.
IF I AM A SINGLE TRAVELER WILL I BE CHARGED A SINGLE SUPPLEMENT?
As a single traveller, you will usually have the choice of either paying a single supplement or sharing with someone of the same gender.
WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO CARRY MONEY?
We recommend having access to money from a variety of sources – cash and cards. There are ATM-s in Yerevan and in big towns of the Caucasus.
WHAT ARE THE MEDICAL AND VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS?
No vaccination is required for travelling to the Caucasus. There are no infections or health risks. The only caution is the high elevation of some sites. Please consult with your doctor and take the necessary medicine for high blood pressure.
WILL I HAVE ANY FREE TIME DURING THE TOUR?
Yes sure. The trip usually lasts 6-9 hours a day. So your evenings are totally free.
WHICH COUNTRIES ARE YOUR TRAVELERS MOSTLY FROM?
Our groups mostly consist of travelers from Australia, the UK, the USA and Canada. Average age of travelers is from 45 to 80 .
Reviews
What people are saying about Arara Tour
Daisy C
05/07/2024
Ana Paula
01/07/2024
Arara Tour is the BEST 🏆and most trustworthy company ever! From the 1st internet contact I was treated like a Queen! Sightseeing activities were amazing! Hotels well located with thoughtful staff and the Pearl were the tour guides! One more experienced, more caring and more knowledgeable than the other🥇! I have been to almost 100 countries now and can truly state this experience was TBE BEST! Thank you SATI Ohanyan 🙏🏼 for going an extra mile and make yr customers fully 😍satisfied!
Alicia
28/10/2021
I just spent the best 3 days hiking with Vahagn. We four friends traveled from Abu Dhabi to enjoy the autumn and hike in Dilijan. Vahagn was our guide. He was so knowledgeable! He taught us about the culture, climate, the trails, the history of the area and was very receptive to our needs! He clearly did his homework and made adjustments for our daily hiking plans. He is truly an asset to the company and the face of how wonderful Armenia is! I will come back because of my wonderful experience on the trek and because of Vahagn! Thank you!!!!
Ban Dobbins
05/12/2019
We had a wonderful time in the Caucasus with Arara. I would say it’s more than a qualified agency with its fast responses and personal phone calls. I recommend all these three destinations to everyone. The organization, support and help was invaluable. Georgia and Armenia were just gorged with full of hidden monasteries, crazy green and lush nature. This was a once in a lifetime experience.
Mary Woltamnn
15/11/2019
We did a group tour to Caucasus with Arara this September. During the preparations we had a lot of correspondence and they were always helpful and very responsive.
The hotels were very comfortable with very helpful and friendly staff. What I especially liked about Arara and its guides was that they made sure I saw the important destinations and sights.
We will certainly recommend Arara to our friends and family!
Beth McMahon
17/10/2019
We truly enjoyed our tour to Armenia, Georgia and Azerbaijan. The service we had was of the highest quality. All the hotels were very comfortable and centrally located and we had a chance to explore the cities by ourselves. The whole trip was brilliant, and Caucasus is a wonderful region to visit. I have been recommending this trip to all my friends from the first day we started the trip.
Noemi
26/04/2021
I hope you are feeling better than last week. I flew back safely this morning in Geneva, very sad to leave Armenia after such a great holiday! Before I forget everything, here is my detailed feedback.
General comment on Arara
Excellent services, I have only positive things to say about Arara! The team has been reactive, helpful, accommodating and very friendly throughout. I would definitely recommend them or book a trip to another country with them.
General comment on guide
Vardan was as good as guides get: reliable, friendly, open-minded and endlessly patient. He went out of his way to accommodate my preferences and volunteered a lot of interesting information about the places we visited. He was also a very careful driver and always spot-on with his food recommendations :)
General comment on program
I enjoyed the program thoroughly and really feel like it gave me a good idea of Armenia. It was varied, well-designed and allowed enough flexibility to accommodate personal preferences. The hikes were well designed, not exhausting but still enjoyable. Perhaps indicate clearly that some of them require trekking poles? All the visits were interesting and it was a real luxury to have a guided tour in some places (ex. Matanadaran). Maybe this option could be offered in other places, for a small extra fee?
General comment on accommodation
All hotels/guest houses were well-situated and very comfortable. I particularly enjoyed staying in guest houses an B&B, much more fun and friendly than in large hotels! For that reason in Goris and Idejvan I would have liked to stay in a smaller place, but I cannot fault the comfort and service at the hotels we stayed in at all.
Special mentions
Everybody was incredibly nice and welcoming but some people really stood out over this trip:
- Naneh, our young guide for the hike in Areni. If she ever becomes a guide (like she hopes to) please hire her, she was fantastic!
- The team at Cascade Hotel in Yerevan, who were helpful and friendly beyond measure
- the owners of the guesthouse in Dilijan who went our of their way to secure me good working conditions
- And once again, the whole Arara team and Vardan!
I hope I will get back in touch some day to organise a trip to Georgia, Azerbaidjan or even Iran! In the meantime I will tell all my friends and family about Arara and Armenia :)
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