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Expedition to Mount Ararat (5137 m) – Türkiye (7 days / 6 nights) - $1050.00 USD
$ 1050.00 USD
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Difficult level (4/5)
7 days / 6 nights
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Join our exclusive 7-day expedition to Mount Ararat, an epic adventure where you'll climb the iconic peak, explore captivating historical sites, and enjoy profound relaxation. Mount Ararat, rising to 5,137 meters, is not only Turkey's highest peak but also a powerful symbol in many religious traditions, often identified as the resting place of Noah's Ark. Your adventure begins with a guided ascent of this majestic mountain, offering both physical challenges and breathtaking panoramas. After reaching these legendary heights, your journey continues with a visit to Ishak Pasha Palace, a jewel of Ottoman architecture, and an exploration of the supposed site of Noah's Ark, enriching your experience with historical tales and a touch of mystery. Your trek concludes with a relaxing day in a traditional Turkish bath (hammam), where a sauna and massage will revitalize your weary body. This combination of adventure, history, and wellness makes this tour a unique opportunity to reconnect with nature, push your limits, and lose yourself in the legends of one of the world's most fascinating mountains. Whether you're a history buff, an adventurer at heart, or simply looking for a change of scenery, this tour offers a complete and enriching experience, perfect for those seeking to explore beyond the ordinary.
Program
Scheduled departure points for this tour:
- 📍 12:00 (Turkish time) :
- Arrival at IGDIR airport
- View on Google Maps
- *The city of İğdır is located in eastern Turkey, near the border with Armenia and Iran.
*Welcome by the expedition leader (LAMINE Azeddine, Moroccan guide).
Day 1: 15/08/2026 - Arrival in Turkey
• Airport pickup in Igdir
• Transfer to the hotel in Doğubayazıt • Rest time
• Presentation and discussion of the program
• Lunch.
• Tour to the city of Doğubayazıt.
• Dinner
• Overnight stay in a hotel.
Day 2: 16/08/2026 - Departure from Dogubayazit to Base Camp
• Wake-up and breakfast
• Departure by vehicle towards the village of Cevirme (altitude 2200 meters).
• Distribution of packed lunches for hiking.
• Start of the hike towards Base Camp located at 3300 m altitude.
• All equipment will be transported by horses.
• Arrival at the camp, dinner.
• Overnight stay in tents.
Day 3: 17/08/2026 - Acclimatization Day
• Breakfast, preparation of packed lunches and small backpacks.
• Start of the hike towards Camp 2 located at 4200 meters.
• Descent to camp 1 for dinner.
• Overnight in tents at Base Camp.
Day 4: 18/08/2026 - Ararat Camp 2
• Breakfast and packing of luggage, which will be transported by horses to the main camp.
• Start of the hike towards Camp 2 of Ararat (4200 meters).
• Setting up the tents and lunch prepared by our cook.
• Free afternoon to relax, take photos and enjoy the magnificent view.
• Dinner in the evening.
• Overnight stay in tents.
Day 5: 19/08/2026 - Ascent to the summit of Ararat
• Wake-up and breakfast.
• Start of the ascent towards the summit of Mount Ararat.
• Arrival at the summit of Ararat.
• Short break for a group photo and celebration of success.
• Descent towards Camp 2.
• Lunch.
• Descent towards Camp 1.
• Dinner.
• Night in tents at camp1.
Day 6: 20/08/2026 - Return to the city of Dogubayazit
• Wake up early and have breakfast
• Descent towards the village of Cevirme.
• Return to the hotel in Dogubayazit.
• Lunch in the city center
• Guided tour of the city's tourist sites (Ishak Pasha Palace, the tomb of Ahmed-i Hani, the Urartian castle, the meteorite crater located just on the border with Iran and Noah's Ark).
•Traditional Turkish hammam with separate areas for men and women, as well as a sauna and scrub session, for an unforgettable wellness experience.
• Celebration dinner.
• Overnight stay in a hotel.
Day 7: 21/08/2026 - Return trip
• Early wake-up and breakfast at the hotel.
• Transfer to the airport for your return flight.
✔️ Included
- Climbing permit for Mount Ararat.
- Certificate of reaching the summit of Ararat.
- Transfer from Igdir airport to Dogubayazit.
- Transfer from Dogubayazit to Mount Ararat (2200 m) and return to the hotel.
- 2 nights in a comfortable hotel in Dogubayazit
- Accredited local guides.
- Moroccan guide.
- Food for the mountains.
- Professional chef service.
- All breakfasts are included in the program.
- All lunches scheduled in the program.
- All dinners scheduled in the program.
- In the town of Dogubayazit, meals are planned at a restaurant.
- Camping equipment.
- Tents, mattresses and blankets.
- Cleats.
- Porter with horses for transporting luggage during the ascent.
- The horses carry your backpacks and camping equipment to each camp.
- The horses will carry your backpacks and camping equipment to the starting point by car at 2200m.
- Hammam, sauna and scrub.
- Entrance fees to tourist sites.
❌ Not Included
- Personal expenses.
- Return flight ticket between Morocco and Istanbul International Airport.
- Return flight ticket between the city of Igdir and Istanbul.
- Tips for mountain guides.
** Important **
- To confirm your reservation, it is necessary to send us an advance payment of 2000 DH.
- The remaining amount must be paid in dollars upon your arrival in Istanbul.
- Our team can take care of purchasing your plane ticket.
- This trip is open to everyone, regardless of nationality or country of residence. All you need to do is be present at Igdir airport on the day of departure.
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