Armenia: Amberd Fortress and Lake Kari, Aragats Mountain Option without Guide Service
ID: GYG258317-O-447642
Category:
Country: Armenia
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
This tour takes you to the Fortress in the Clouds - Amberd fortress. You will also visit an incredibly beautiful lake, named Kari or Stone Lake. Both sites are located on the slopes of Mount Aragats.
The tour will take you to the Amberd Fortress, located on the slopes of Mount Aragats – the highest peak in Armenia. You will also visit Saghmosavank Monastery, take a photo near you name letter in Aplphabet Monument, and of course admire the beauty of Lake Kari.
In the 13th Century, the Zakaryan noble family started the liberation of Armenia from the Seljuk Turks from this very fortress. The name Amberd originates from the fact that the fortress is located at the altitude of 2300m above sea level, it translates as Fortress in the Clouds.
Lake Kari is also located on the slopes of Mount Aragats. Looking straight across from the Lake’s shore, you will see the Biblical Mount Ararat. The word Qari translates as Stone, giving the name Stone Lake, which originates from Armenian folklore. It is believed that the Lake was formed and maintained by stone rivers.
Highlights
- Enjoy the views of Mount Aragats, the highest peak in Armenia
- Explore the unique Amberd Fortress
- Admire the beauty of Lake Kari
- Take a photo near your name letter in Alphabet Monument
- Admire the beauty of Saghmosavank
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel
- Guide Service (if option selected)
- Comfortable vehicles with Wi-Fi
- Bottled water
- City map
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
