29.09 - 04.10.2023
TARON ARMENIA
A wonderful retreat in the company of like-minded people
Tour number 1 in Armenia - we SHOW you the places that no one KNOWS about!
Become part of an unforgettable journey to the deep roots of the ancient Armenian pagan civilization, which turned into the first Christian country with countless churches dating back to the 1st-4th centuries BC, surrounded by the flowering of poppies and herbs in the fields and mountains! Welcome to mysterious Gegham and beautiful Syunik!
Become part of an unforgettable journey to the deep roots of the ancient Armenian pagan civilization, which turned into the first Christian country with countless churches dating back to the 1st-4th centuries BC, surrounded by the flowering of poppies and herbs in the fields and mountains! Welcome to mysterious Gegham and beautiful Syunik!
For Whom
Who wants to start practicing yoga and other practices as safely as possible for their health
Who has been practicing for a long time and wants to dive deeper into understanding the processes taking place in the body, mind and psyche
Who prefers active recreation with comfort
Who likes to combine hiking tracks and car excursions
Who loves mountains and travel
Who likes mini-groups and trips to non-touristic places, away from large tour groups
Who wants to get new impressions and emotions
Who works a lot under severe stress/ lives under stress (large families, caring for the elderly and sick, etc)
Who needs a short-term detox, reboot, switching attention/activity spent with benefit
The tours are of average activity and are designed to combine practices, work with the body and psyche, tracks in the mountains, city tours and car excursions, suitable for novice travelers, teenagers, people after minor injuries, active pensioners.
Who values their time and wants to get the most competently balanced and eventful trip for their money
Who has been practicing for a long time and wants to dive deeper into understanding the processes taking place in the body, mind and psyche
Who prefers active recreation with comfort
Who likes to combine hiking tracks and car excursions
Who loves mountains and travel
Who likes mini-groups and trips to non-touristic places, away from large tour groups
Who wants to get new impressions and emotions
Who works a lot under severe stress/ lives under stress (large families, caring for the elderly and sick, etc)
Who needs a short-term detox, reboot, switching attention/activity spent with benefit
The tours are of average activity and are designed to combine practices, work with the body and psyche, tracks in the mountains, city tours and car excursions, suitable for novice travelers, teenagers, people after minor injuries, active pensioners.
Who values their time and wants to get the most competently balanced and eventful trip for their money
Why do I need the practice?
A unique, ancient instrument, originally from India. Pumping the whole body from the top of the head to the tips of the toes, involving internal organs, the entire spine, bones, joints, ligaments, cardiovascular, nervous system, powerful work with the psyche, improves blood circulation in tissues.
What can I get out of 6 days of regular practice?
From the cardiovascular system: shortness of breath goes away, swelling goes away, improved mobility (easier to walk, breathe) due to improved blood circulation in tissues, a healthy complexion appears, oxygen saturation of cells.
From the side of the psyche and nervous system: mood improvement due to direct effects on the hormonal and endocrine system, in the first part of the practice (meditative), work with the central nervous system by combining breathing, attention, movement, cortisol level decreases = stress level decreases, sleep improves, has a positive effect on the fight against depressive states, including clinical depression, anxiety states and neuroses.
This practice is used as an additional tool in the treatment of drug, alcohol, nicotine addiction. Practice gives an increase in the feeling of vitality, which makes it easier to complete the route on the tour. Slows down the aging process, as it affects organs and tissues and improves the supply of oxygen even to the smallest blood vessels, as well as carbon dioxide, which is converted into oxygen when it accumulates in cells.
From the musculoskeletal system: mobility of each part of the spine, which is normally inactive, oxygen supply and improvement of blood supply to the vertebrae, reduction of inflammation in joints and tissues (arthritis), help with arthrosis of the joints.
From the respiratory system: rapid recovery after the damage caused by COVID-19, assistance with the asthmatic component, accumulation of oxygen volume in the lungs, withdrawal of spent carbon dioxide from the lungs, reduction of stagnation (prevention of heart attacks, strokes), improvement of all three stages of respiration: external (pulmonary), internal (transport of gases by blood), and tissue (gas exchange in tissues), eliminates and reduces pulmonary inflammation, fibrous formations on the lungs and bronchi.
6 days of regular practice are equal to 3 visits to a cosmetologist, 3 psychotherapy sessions, 2 visits to an osteopath, 14 days of stay in a sanatorium
From the side of the psyche and nervous system: mood improvement due to direct effects on the hormonal and endocrine system, in the first part of the practice (meditative), work with the central nervous system by combining breathing, attention, movement, cortisol level decreases = stress level decreases, sleep improves, has a positive effect on the fight against depressive states, including clinical depression, anxiety states and neuroses.
This practice is used as an additional tool in the treatment of drug, alcohol, nicotine addiction. Practice gives an increase in the feeling of vitality, which makes it easier to complete the route on the tour. Slows down the aging process, as it affects organs and tissues and improves the supply of oxygen even to the smallest blood vessels, as well as carbon dioxide, which is converted into oxygen when it accumulates in cells.
From the musculoskeletal system: mobility of each part of the spine, which is normally inactive, oxygen supply and improvement of blood supply to the vertebrae, reduction of inflammation in joints and tissues (arthritis), help with arthrosis of the joints.
From the respiratory system: rapid recovery after the damage caused by COVID-19, assistance with the asthmatic component, accumulation of oxygen volume in the lungs, withdrawal of spent carbon dioxide from the lungs, reduction of stagnation (prevention of heart attacks, strokes), improvement of all three stages of respiration: external (pulmonary), internal (transport of gases by blood), and tissue (gas exchange in tissues), eliminates and reduces pulmonary inflammation, fibrous formations on the lungs and bronchi.
6 days of regular practice are equal to 3 visits to a cosmetologist, 3 psychotherapy sessions, 2 visits to an osteopath, 14 days of stay in a sanatorium
Places that no one knows
6 days of traveling to places that even the locals don't know about. This program is the most valuable result of 8 years of hiking in Armenia!
Mountains+Practices+
Super kitchen
Super kitchen
Ancient breathing practices, meditation, trataka and yoga nidra on ancient lands covered with volcanoes; accompanied by delicious Armenian home cooking
Emotions, Emotions, Emotions
The most priceless things are emotions, moments, adventures and knowledge!
Everything is included in our tours :)
Everything is included in our tours :)
25 good reasons to visit
-Energy breathing practice
-Meditative practices and relaxation practices
-Unique Author's route
-Frozen Lava Gorge
-The repository of the Spear of Destiny
-Pagan Temple at the top of the gorge
-The first Christian Church and well-the prison of St. George the Enlightener
-NEW! Dragon Stones - Vishaps
-NEW! Mysterious Gegham Highlands
-NEW! Ascent to the magnificent Azdahak volcano
-Contact with the oldest cultures on Earth
-Noravank Gorge
-National home cooking
-Lavash in tandoor - you can try and watch the preparation :)
-One of the greenest regions of Armenia is the Vorotan Gorge
-A city of 10,000 caves, more than 3,000 years old
-NEW! Journey to Ghost Towns
-The pearl of Armenia - Tatev Monastery
-Mystical Vorotnavank (a church in the mountains with 7 foundations under it)
-The temple of the immortal monk and goddess Anahit lost in the mountains
-A skete, disappearing under water on Tolors Lake
-Megalithic observatory from 7000 to 25000 years old - sunset meeting
-Guided walks in 5000-year-old Yerevan
-A chance to see and purchase unique handicrafts at the Market
-A cheerful Russian-English team and unforgettable joint adventures, we never get bored :)
-Meditative practices and relaxation practices
-Unique Author's route
-Frozen Lava Gorge
-The repository of the Spear of Destiny
-Pagan Temple at the top of the gorge
-The first Christian Church and well-the prison of St. George the Enlightener
-NEW! Dragon Stones - Vishaps
-NEW! Mysterious Gegham Highlands
-NEW! Ascent to the magnificent Azdahak volcano
-Contact with the oldest cultures on Earth
-Noravank Gorge
-National home cooking
-Lavash in tandoor - you can try and watch the preparation :)
-One of the greenest regions of Armenia is the Vorotan Gorge
-A city of 10,000 caves, more than 3,000 years old
-NEW! Journey to Ghost Towns
-The pearl of Armenia - Tatev Monastery
-Mystical Vorotnavank (a church in the mountains with 7 foundations under it)
-The temple of the immortal monk and goddess Anahit lost in the mountains
-A skete, disappearing under water on Tolors Lake
-Megalithic observatory from 7000 to 25000 years old - sunset meeting
-Guided walks in 5000-year-old Yerevan
-A chance to see and purchase unique handicrafts at the Market
-A cheerful Russian-English team and unforgettable joint adventures, we never get bored :)
September 29th
From Garni to Zorats Karer
From Garni to Zorats Karer
Arrival to Yerevan
Welcome Armenian lunch (home cooking)
Arch with views of Ararat
Frozen Lava Gorge
Track-walk along the bottom of the gorge with unique views of the "Stone Organ"
Pagan Temple of the Sun God
An ancient Rock Monastery of the 10th century (delicious churchkhells for every taste and Gata pies)
Lavash from tandoor - let's see how it's cooked and try!
We are staying in a guest house in the mountains
Evening home dinner
Meditative practices
Welcome Armenian lunch (home cooking)
Arch with views of Ararat
Frozen Lava Gorge
Track-walk along the bottom of the gorge with unique views of the "Stone Organ"
Pagan Temple of the Sun God
An ancient Rock Monastery of the 10th century (delicious churchkhells for every taste and Gata pies)
Lavash from tandoor - let's see how it's cooked and try!
We are staying in a guest house in the mountains
Evening home dinner
Meditative practices
September 30th
Vishaps of the Azhdaak volcano
Morning energy practice!
Homemade breakfast
Departure by off-road vehicles to the foot of Azhdaak
About Azhdaak
The Gegham Mountains are known for their huge number of petroglyphs and sculptures of mythological creatures known as "vishaps" (dragons). You can see all these petroglyphs and vishaps during the ascent. The Gegham mountain range is a paradise on earth for archaeologists, with all their finds, as well as for mountain lovers – with indescribably beautiful landscapes and a large number of extinct volcanoes.
Vishaps are dragon stones, guardians of mountains and ancient heritage. They were found in the high-altitude summer pastures of modern Armenia and the Armenian Highlands at an altitude of 2000-3000 m above sea level. These are deeply symbolic artifacts dating back to the second millennium BC. They probably owe their name to local folk legends, in which dragons are terrifying giants living in the mountains and playing in the free expanses of volcanic ridges, when dragons fight, terrible, inhuman thunderstorms rage over Azhdaak...
Lunch is on the way, with tea, sweets, sandwiches
On return - home dinner, meditative practices and sleep :)
Homemade breakfast
Departure by off-road vehicles to the foot of Azhdaak
About Azhdaak
The Gegham Mountains are known for their huge number of petroglyphs and sculptures of mythological creatures known as "vishaps" (dragons). You can see all these petroglyphs and vishaps during the ascent. The Gegham mountain range is a paradise on earth for archaeologists, with all their finds, as well as for mountain lovers – with indescribably beautiful landscapes and a large number of extinct volcanoes.
Vishaps are dragon stones, guardians of mountains and ancient heritage. They were found in the high-altitude summer pastures of modern Armenia and the Armenian Highlands at an altitude of 2000-3000 m above sea level. These are deeply symbolic artifacts dating back to the second millennium BC. They probably owe their name to local folk legends, in which dragons are terrifying giants living in the mountains and playing in the free expanses of volcanic ridges, when dragons fight, terrible, inhuman thunderstorms rage over Azhdaak...
Lunch is on the way, with tea, sweets, sandwiches
On return - home dinner, meditative practices and sleep :)
October 1st
Taron and Megaliths
Taron and Megaliths
Morning yoga practice (joint and breathing exercises) is a boost of energy!
Breakfast with local products (lavash, local cheese, honey, delicious coffee)
We're heading South!
The most beautiful road in the Ararat Valley
Rock Temple in the Gorge
Coffee break
Accommodation in a city surrounded by mountains - Sisian
A walking trip to the megalithic observatory - the most mysterious place in the region!
Traditional dinner in a cozy cafe-restaurant (you will feel like you are in your own family)
Personal tarot session on your topic (30 min per person)
Breakfast with local products (lavash, local cheese, honey, delicious coffee)
We're heading South!
The most beautiful road in the Ararat Valley
Rock Temple in the Gorge
Coffee break
Accommodation in a city surrounded by mountains - Sisian
A walking trip to the megalithic observatory - the most mysterious place in the region!
Traditional dinner in a cozy cafe-restaurant (you will feel like you are in your own family)
Personal tarot session on your topic (30 min per person)
October 2nd
Ghost Towns of the Vorotan Gorge
Ghost Towns of the Vorotan Gorge
Morning yoga practice (joint and breathing exercises) is a boost of energy!
Breakfast of local products (lavash, local cheese, honey, delicious coffee)
10,000-year-old cave city that existed until the end of the 20th century!
A journey through the "stone" forest of Goris
Tea/coffee stop (lunch)
Pearl-emerald gorge engraved in the rocks, which stretches for 1000 km all the way to Iran
The novelty of the tour is a track to a ghost town hidden in the rocks of the gorge. Absolutely non-touristic place!
At sunset we will move to the famous Tatev - the pearl of Armenia (there is a chance to meet a mysterious red cat at dusk).
Return to the guest house, homemade dinner
Evening Meditation practices.
Breakfast of local products (lavash, local cheese, honey, delicious coffee)
10,000-year-old cave city that existed until the end of the 20th century!
A journey through the "stone" forest of Goris
Tea/coffee stop (lunch)
Pearl-emerald gorge engraved in the rocks, which stretches for 1000 km all the way to Iran
The novelty of the tour is a track to a ghost town hidden in the rocks of the gorge. Absolutely non-touristic place!
At sunset we will move to the famous Tatev - the pearl of Armenia (there is a chance to meet a mysterious red cat at dusk).
Return to the guest house, homemade dinner
Evening Meditation practices.
October 3rd
Temple of the goddess Anahit and Vorotnavank
Temple of the goddess Anahit and Vorotnavank
Morning yoga practice (joint and breathing exercises) is a boost of energy!
Breakfast with local products (lavash, local cheese, honey, delicious coffee)
The fascinating Tolors Lake and its tiny hermitage, disappearing and disappearing under the water column, there is a chance to see it and even get inside through the mountains of river sand
Our favorite and most incredible journey is to an abandoned temple in the mountains of the 5th century, at one time it was a place of worship for the Armenian goddess Anahit, and then the refuge of an immortal monk, if you ask the locals about such a temple, almost no one knows anything about it! A truly unique place!
Lunch in Sisian
Trekking to the majestic Vorotan gorge to the mystical Vorotanavank - a gloomy temple in the middle of the mountains with 7 foundations, the first foundations are pagan!
Homemade dinner from the hostess
Evening meditation practices
Breakfast with local products (lavash, local cheese, honey, delicious coffee)
The fascinating Tolors Lake and its tiny hermitage, disappearing and disappearing under the water column, there is a chance to see it and even get inside through the mountains of river sand
Our favorite and most incredible journey is to an abandoned temple in the mountains of the 5th century, at one time it was a place of worship for the Armenian goddess Anahit, and then the refuge of an immortal monk, if you ask the locals about such a temple, almost no one knows anything about it! A truly unique place!
Lunch in Sisian
Trekking to the majestic Vorotan gorge to the mystical Vorotanavank - a gloomy temple in the middle of the mountains with 7 foundations, the first foundations are pagan!
Homemade dinner from the hostess
Evening meditation practices
October 4th
5000 years old Yerevan!
5000 years old Yerevan!
Morning yoga practice is a boost of energy!
Breakfast with local products (freshly brewed coffee, local pita bread, honey, cheese)
The road along the Ararat Valley to Yerevan
Khor Virap is the first Christian temple on earth against the backdrop of magnificent Ararat!
Lunch in a 5,000-year-old city)
Guided tour of Yerevan: Museum of Traditional carpets, Museum of ancient manuscripts Matenadaran, old Kond district, Cascade
We will purchase unique handicrafts at the Vernissage market! From carpets to goods of the USSR!
Dinner in the capital's restaurant
Departure after 00:00
Breakfast with local products (freshly brewed coffee, local pita bread, honey, cheese)
The road along the Ararat Valley to Yerevan
Khor Virap is the first Christian temple on earth against the backdrop of magnificent Ararat!
Lunch in a 5,000-year-old city)
Guided tour of Yerevan: Museum of Traditional carpets, Museum of ancient manuscripts Matenadaran, old Kond district, Cascade
We will purchase unique handicrafts at the Vernissage market! From carpets to goods of the USSR!
Dinner in the capital's restaurant
Departure after 00:00
Yoga Practices
Morning breathing gymnastics - 2 hours
Evening breathing and meditation (concentration meditation, meditation on clarifying emotions, meditation on a specific spatial object, meditation on building oneself up to the whole, meditation on discovering and filling with internal resources, etc.) 1 hour
Upon group request yoga nidra 1 hour
In the mountains meditation, work with an internal source, work with the chakra channels of a given area, meditation on water (rivers, waterfalls, lakes), etc
Additionally Individual work with joints, muscles, headaches, lungs, any body pains (yoga therapist, rehabilitation specialist)
Evening breathing and meditation (concentration meditation, meditation on clarifying emotions, meditation on a specific spatial object, meditation on building oneself up to the whole, meditation on discovering and filling with internal resources, etc.) 1 hour
Upon group request yoga nidra 1 hour
In the mountains meditation, work with an internal source, work with the chakra channels of a given area, meditation on water (rivers, waterfalls, lakes), etc
Additionally Individual work with joints, muscles, headaches, lungs, any body pains (yoga therapist, rehabilitation specialist)
PRICE
1200 USD for single travellers
1000 USD for couples or friends
Inquire for groups
1000 USD for couples or friends
Inquire for groups
INCLUDED:
- Daily morning practice (energy and breathing)
- Evening meditation and/or meditations in the mountains and monasteries
- 2-4 bed hotel accommodation
- Delicious breakfast every day
- Welcome lunch
- Guide to the ascent of Ajdaak
- Guide in the ghost-cities
- Mountain transport
- Home-cooked dinners
- Personal minivan and personal driver
- Exclusive excursion program and full permanent support in the tour
- Transfer from/to the airport (group)
- Personal tarot session (30 min/person)
- We always add something else that is not included in the program to please you :)
Not Included:
- Air tickets to Yerevan (Arrival on 29th of September before 13 PM local time, departure after 23:30 PM local time on the 4th of October, Yerevan Zvartnots Airport)
- Lunches (optional, usually 2 meals a day is enough))
- Entrance tickets to museums
- Single accommodation
- Funicular tickets to Tatev
Book the tour now!
