Mount Ararat - Hiking, History and Exploration - Turkey

Itinerary

Day 1 : Transfer from Agri o İgdır a Doğubayazıt.. Along the way, we will enjoy our first view of Mount Ararat. Dinner in Doğubayazıt and introduction of the guides. During dinner, all questions regarding the Mount Ararat ascent will be answered. Accommodation is provided in double rooms.

Day 2 : Transfer from Doğubayazıt to the foothills of Mount Ararat (2,200 m) by minibus at 8:00 a.m. From here, the trekking ascent begins, climbing to 3,200 m (First Camp, approximately 4 hours). Upon arrival at camp, refreshments, tea, and coffee will be served. Afterwards, we will rest in our tents. Those who wish may explore the surrounding area before a hot dinner is served.

Day 3: To maximize the chances of a successful Mount Ararat trek, this day is reserved for acclimatization. After breakfast, at 9:00 a.m., we ascend to 4,200 m (Second Camp, approximately 4 hours). Lunch is served at camp. After a short rest, we descend back to the First Camp. Upon arrival, refreshments, tea, and coffee will be available. We then relax in our tents before dinner.

Day 4: After breakfast at 8:00 a.m., we ascend once again to the Second Camp at 4,200 m (approximately 4 hours). The afternoon is spent resting and preparing for the summit ascent the following day. Dinner at camp.

Day 5: We depart at 2:00 a.m. for the summit of Mount Ararat (5,137 m). Depending on snow conditions, crampons may be required for the final 200 meters. We expect to reach the summit around 8:00 a.m. After enjoying the views, we descend to the Second Camp, where hot soup and tea are served. Following a short rest, we continue down to the First Camp for the night. Dinner at the First Camp.

Day 6: After breakfast, we descend from the First Camp to the vehicle pickup point. We bid farewell to Mount Ararat and return to Doğubayazıt by minibus. After some time to relax at the hotel, we visit the historic İshak Paşa Palace before returning to town to enjoy a traditional Turkish hammam. Farewell dinner. Accommodation in double rooms.

Day 7: Transfer to Ağrı or Iğdır Airport.

Optional Extension

Continuation of the journey through Armenia and Georgia – please inquire for details.

Included Services

• 1 expedition leader accompanying the group from Argentina
• Pre-trip briefing meetings in Buenos Aires (or via Skype/online for remote participants)
• 2 nights of hotel accommodation in Yerevan
• 3 nights of hotel accommodation in Goris
• 1 night of hotel accommodation in Dilijan
• 1 night of hotel accommodation in Haghpat
• 2 nights of camping accommodation at Mount Khustup
• 3 nights of hotel accommodation in Tbilisi
• 2 nights of hotel accommodation in Kazbegi
• All transfers and transportation according to the itinerary
• All entrance fees and local guides as specified in the program
• Expert Spanish-speaking local guide throughout the journey
• Professional trekking guide during the Armenia trekking program
• All breakfasts, lunches, and dinners
• All camping equipment and services required for the Khustup camp
• 4x4 vehicle support for the Mount Khustup trekking route
• 4x4 transportation for the Kazbegi – Juta – Kazbegi route
• Two bottles of mineral water per person per day
• Permanent on-trip assistance and support

Services NOT included

• International and domestic flights
• Alcoholic beverages
• Dinners not specifically mentioned in the itinerary
• Travel insurance (please inquire for options and recommendations)
• Tips and gratuities
• Any other services not expressly mentioned in the "Included Services" section