Mt. Kackar 3932 m & Mt. Ararat 5137 m

We are inviting you to cut loose in a magical playground of the Pontic Alps, homeland of the nations most colorful, preserved and distinctive ethnic groups, the Laz and Hemsin.

Visit wildflower carpeted alpine meadows, orchard and wood covered mountain ranges, and the Sumela Monastery as it clings to a soaring cliff-face on the Pontic Alps.  Refresh your soul on the remote trails of Ayder Plateau; our adventure is to discover the footsteps of ancient nomads in the timeless labyrinth, bustling with exceptional stories, adventures and its unique culture.

This trip is to fulfill a unique vision of Turkey not just to marvel at but also to live with the remnants of its distinctive and colorful past. Experience Istanbul a dynamic melting pot of tradition and modernality, chaos and peace, west and east. A city has the tradition of seducing foreigners with its chaotic and enigmatic charm.

Program

(B)reakfat / (L)unch / (D)inner

Day 1 - ISTANBUL
Arrival at Istanbul, transfer to the hotel and overnight. (D)

Day 2 - ISTANBUL / ERZURUM / YUSUFELI
Transfer to the airport for flight to Erzurum, drive to Yusufeli. Overnight at the hotel. (B.L.D.)

Day 3 - YUSUFELI / Mt. KAÇKAR
Departure from Yusufeli Village to Olgunlar Village. Overnight at the camp. (B.L.D.)

Day 4 - Mt. KAÇKAR
Departure from Olgunlar Village to the base camp (Dilberdüzü). Transportation of equipments by pack animals. Overnight at the camp. (B.L.D.)

Day 5 - KAÇKAR SUMMIT
Climbing to the summit of Mt. Kaçkar (3932 m) afterwards return to the base camp and overnight. (B.L.D.)

Day 6 - Mt. KAÇKAR
Departure from main camp to Yaylalar Village ). Transportation of equipments by pack animals. Overnight at the camp. (B.L.D.)

Day 7 - Mt. KAÇKAR / KARS
Driving to Kars via Yusufeli. Overnight at the hotel (B.L.D.)

Day 8 - KARS / ANI / DOGUBAYAZIT
Drive to Dogubayazit, after visiting the Ruins of Ani (ancient city) on the way. Overnight at the hotel. (B.L.D.)

Day 9 - DOGUBAYAZIT / Mt. AGRI (ARARAT)
Drive to Eli Village by truck. Departure to base camp Yeşil Yayla (3200 m). Transportation of equipments by pack animals. Overnight at the camp. (B.L.D.)

Day 10 - Mt. AGRI (ARARAT)
Climbing to the second camp 4200 m. Transportation of equipments by pack animals. Overnight at the camp. (B.L.D.)

Day 11 - Mt. AGRI (ARARAT) / SUMMIT
Climbing to the summit (5137 m) afterwards return to the base camp. Transportation of equipment by pack animals and overnight. (B.L.D.)

Day 12 - Mt. AGRI (ARARAT) / DOGUBAYAZIT
Drive to Dogubayazit, visiting of Ishak Pasha Palace. Overnight at the hotel (B.L.D.)

Day 13 - DOGUBAYAZIT / VAN
Drive to Van via Muradiye Waterfall. Sightseeing tour of Van, including a boat trip on Van lake to visit Akdamar Island. Overnight at hotel. (B.L.D.)

Day 14 - VAN / ISTANBUL
Transfer to the airport for flight to Istanbul. Transfer to the hotel and overnight. (B.L.D.)

Day 15 - ISTANBUL
Full day sightseeing tour of Istanbul. Overnight at the hotel. (B.L.D.)

Day 16 - ISTANBUL
Transfer to the airport. (B)

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