Ride to Arevatsag Canyon

Our trek starts from the stable, next to the small village of Aygehat. Early in the morning, ride along the rim of Debed Canyon until we get to the medieval Tsater church, carved out of rocks at the edge of the canyon. We will then ride down the scenic Dzoraget valley and following a picnic lunch, continue towards Hnevanq, an impressive medieval sanctuary, hidden in the woods on the opposite bank of the river. The construction of the monastery was sponsored in the 7th century by the representatives of Orbelians, derived from the glorious Mamikonyans princely family, the ancient leaders of Armenian military forces. Early the next morning you will mount up and start your ride that passes by the hilltop forts of a brother and a sister lying over the Dzoraget River. Here you can find medieval fortresses on top of steep rocky hills, between which the rapid and stormy river turns into a quiet backwater creating the most exciting scenery of the valley. And finally, our rides along the river take us back to the stable.

Ride Details 

Dates: April to November

Trip pace: Moderate

Route type: Round trip 

Daily riding hours: 5 

Distance: 45 km (28 mi) 

Horses: Local 

Group Size: 2-10 

Weight limit: 110 kg (240 lbs) 

Languages: Armenian, English, and Russian 

Price: AMD 

PAX                    2-3                4-7                8-10 

PP Price          55.000           45.000         40.000 

Included: Meal (b, l, d), horse along with a full set of riding equipment, camping, guide service, transfer service inside Lori region