Private tour:Hiking from Lake Parz (Crystal) to Goshavank Monastery
Instructor included!
Hiking from Lake Parz (Crystal) to Goshavank Monastery
1. Hiking from Lake Parz to Goshavank Monastery
170-180 min
Lake Parz (Crystal) is located in Dilijan National Park, Tavush province, at an altitude of 1334 m above sea level. The lake was formed due to natural climatic changes, it stands for quite a popular destination among both tourists and locals. One can enjoy here the rare diversity of plants and spend a nice day together with friends, having a boat trip around the lake.
2. Goshavank Monastery
40-50 min
Goshavank was founded by the famous medieval scientist, fabulist Mkhitar Gosh. The complex consists of several religious and secular buildings. The unrivalled khachkar, put in front of the one-naved basilica, was created by the skillful master Poghos in 1291. Goshavank used to be one of the most famous religious and cultural centers in medieval Armenia.
Inclusions
- Professional instructor services (English, Russian, or Armenian)
- Transportation to/from hiking area
- Air-conditioned vehicles
- Lunch boxes, when "include lunch" option is chosen
- Bottled water
- Free pick-up & drop-off within Yerevan
- Vehicle & passengers insurance
- Extra stops on the route upon request
Exclusions
- Significant deviations from the route
- Wi-Fi in the vehicles
What to expect
- Hiking duration: 2.5-3 hours
- Distance: 8 km
- Difficulty level: easy
- Elevation: ↑343 m ↓452 m (1233-1561 m above sea level)
- Season: April – November
- You will be guided by most skilful instructor, whose services are foreseen for a group consisted of up to 10 people. In case of more participants extra sum is to be charged
- Recommended items in your hiking checklist: hiking boots or shoes, hiking backpack, wear-resistant socks for walking long distances, windproof jacket, fleece jacket, trekking poles, sсunglasses with a factor of at least 3, sunscreen SPF50, headgear, breathable light trousers, long sleeves T-shirt, thin fleece gloves, first-aid kit. The list can be shortened or supplemented based on personal experience
- The possibility of arranging hiking depends on weather conditions
Booking conditions
Cancellation & modification
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