Mt. Ararat Trekking
First, we visit Istanbul is the only city in the world which embraces two continents, one arm reaching out into Asia, the other into Europe. The museum, churches, places, mosques and bazaars and the sight of natural beauty seem inexhaustible. As you recline on the shores of the Bosphorus at sunset contemplating the red evening light reflected in the windows and on the slender minarets on the opposite shore you understand, suddenly and profoundly, why so many centuries ago settlers chose to build on this remarkable site. Then 6 days will be on Mt. Ararat Eastern part of Turkey near Iran border and it is a magnificent sprawling dome whose snow covered summit is 5.165m above sea level. Most Christians believe it is the site where Noah’s Ark came to rest after the great Flood. A climb of Mt. Ararat is a tough walk (non-Technical) but requiring a good deal of stamina. The upper third of volcanic covered in snow and the last hundred meters to the summit is icy.
Arrive to Van
Meet the group in Van airport and transfer to hotel. Van is one of the most important cities of the old Vaspurakan region. it is located on the east coast of Van lake and its ancient name is Tooshpa; the Urartian capital of Tuspa. Van Lake is the largest lake in Turkey. Overnight hotel. BB
Van – Dogubeyazit - Mt Ararat (Camp I, 3200m) - BLD
In the morning, we drive to Dogubeyazit that is close to the Iranian border and famous with Ishakpasa Palace. We visit Ishakpasa Palace Ottoman governor Ishakpasa constructed the palace in 17th century with a mixture of architectural styles. The palace was made by using red clay stones and it resembles the Topkapi and Edirne Palace. Overnight hotel in Dogubeyazit. Today We begin our first trek to Mt. Ararat, we wear our trekking shoes and trek to the base camp at 3200m, about five hours trekking. Our baggages will be carried by horses our mules. Diner and overnight at camp. Ascent= 700 m. Descent : 0 (BLD)
Acclimatisation day - BLD
Trek to camp II (4. 2OOm), about 4 hours trekking time. Return to camp 1. Afternoon is free for preparation for next day, because we will go up to the summit. Diner and Overnight camp. Ascent = 1100m – Descent =1100 m. (BLD)
Mt Ararat (Camp II) - BLD
Trek to camp II (4. 2OOm), about 4/5 hours trekking time. All luggage will be carried by pack animals. A short course will be given on how to use ice-axe and crampons. Overnight camp with all meals. Ascent = 0m – Descent =1200 m. (BLD)
Mt. Ararat. 5165m Summit - BLD
Climb to the summit (5.165m) While is not technically difficult climb it does require stamina. Our ascension starts early in the morning. About at 4500 m glaciers and perennial snows are present, thus the most part of the ascent is done with equipment necessary for ice climbing. Anybody fit for high mountain walking or acquainted with ice climbing. Return to the base Camp I. Overnight at camp, with all meals. Ascent = 1065mm – Descent =2265 m. (BLD)
Mt. Ararat – Dogubeyazit – Van fly to Istanbul- BB
Descend to Cevirme Village about 3 hours and return to Dogubeyazit. Driving to Van about 2h.fly to Istanbul. Freee day in Istanbul. Overnight hotel. (BB)
Free day in Istanbul
Free day in Istanbul. Overnight hotel. BB
Tour ends - B
Transfer to the airport and fly home.
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