Armenia · Hiking

9-Hour Hiking Tour in Dilijan National Park with Goshavank

9 Hours Round trip from Sevan Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Admire the rich biodiversity, forest landscapes, and mineral water springs of Dilijan National Park
02 Stop for photos at Lake Sevan, the pearl of Armenia and the Caucasus' prominent mountain lake
03 Enjoy the surroundings of Lake Parz, a scenic recreational spot in Dilijan National Park
04 Hike through the lovely forests of Dilijan National Park to Goshavank Monastery
05 Reach Goshavank Monastery in Gosh village on a medium-difficulty 4-5 hour hike

Embark on a stunning hiking adventure through Armenia's natural beauty, starting in Yerevan and heading to Lake Sevan and Lake Parz for scenic stops. Continue through the lovely forests of Dilijan National Park, one of Armenia's four protected national parks, known for its forest landscapes, rich biodiversity, medicinal mineral water springs, and natural and cultural monuments. The medium-difficulty hike to Goshavank Monastery in Gosh village lasts 4-5 hours and offers a rewarding experience in one of the country's most beautiful natural settings.

On the way, we will make a photo stop by Lake Sevan - the pearl of Armenia and the most prominent mountain lake of the Caucasus, located at an altitude of 1,900 m above sea level.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Sevan, Yerevan, Dilijan, Dilijan National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Lake Sevan, Lake Parz, and Hike to Goshavank

Our driver and guide will be waiting for you at your location in Yerevan, and the tour will start at 9 am. On the way, we will make a photo stop by Lake Sevan - the pearl of Armenia and the most prominent mountain lake of the Caucasus, located at an altitude of 1,900 m above sea level.

When we arrive at Lake Parz in Dilijan National Park, we will enjoy the view and surroundings. It is also an excellent recreational place, with a zip line above the lake.

Afterwards, we will begin the hike to Goshavank Monastery in Gosh village. This is a medium-difficulty hike lasting between 4-5 hours and passes through the lovely forests of Dilijan National Park, one of Armenia's four protected national parks. The park is known for its forest landscapes, rich biodiversity, medicinal mineral water springs, natural and cultural monuments, and several hiking trails.