Find comfort in Dilijan town’s lush greenery during this five-day 77.8 km (53 mi) hike from the village of Khachardzan to the village of Hovk. This trail is part of the Transcaucasian Trail route and leads you to many campsites and homestay options. 

Note: The route has been updated as of August 2023

As you journey through forests, woodlands, and gorges, you will understand why Dilijan is known colloquially as the “Little Switzerland of Armenia.” Your hike will also pass close to some of the most iconic historical sites in the traditional Armenian Highlands. Make sure to see the early Christian monasteries of Haghartsin and Goshavank, which date back to the 10th century. Self-sufficient hikers will find plentiful wild-camping opportunities along the route, giving you the ability to modify the itinerary to suit your preferred schedule and level of challenge. For those wishing to spend their nights indoors, guesthouse accommodation is available throughout the route - check out the map above for options.