Active weekend: what to do in Dilijan on the weekend?

There are plenty of ways to spend an active weekend in Dilijan and its surroundings.

City Tour

Every Saturday, #GoToDili introduces tourists to the city on a city tour. A city tour will help you learn a lot of interesting facts from history, culture, and local legends. A special part of the city tour is getting to know the locals: we will look into the workshops in the "Old Town'', where potters and woodworkers will help you make the finished product with your own hands!

Hiking

Hiking is an opportunity to get acquainted with Dilijan National Park, one of the main treasures of Armenia and the region. Hiking routes differ in level of difficulty, locations and, of course, distance. Go hiking accompanied by experienced guides and explore the mountains, historical monuments, flora and fauna. This is one of the most popular hiking routes, as it includes the most beautiful locations of Dilijan National Park – Lakes Parz and Gosh and the fabulous monastery of Goshavank. In spring and early summer, you have the opportunity to look at the hidden waterfalls in the forests of Dilijan. All you need is comfortable, waterproof clothes and shoes to move comfortably on the slopes.

Cycling

Cycling through the city of Dilijan is another type of active pastime that will leave a lot of pleasant impressions. For fans of this type of activity, Dilijan provides special trails and dirt roads, which are convenient for even an inexperienced cyclist to pass. If you don't have a bike, but you really want to ride, then you can rent one at the Dilijan Tourist Information Center.

Boating and passing obstacles

On Lake Parz, one of the most picturesque in Armenia and Dilijan Nature Reserve, you can ride a catamaran, combining a pleasant "cardio" with views of the surrounding green mountains, as well as pass the ropes with obstacles in the rope park located nearby.

Off-road tour

#GoToDili can arrange an off–road tour for you - it's a real shake-up for body and soul! During the trip, you will have the opportunity to see the part of Tavush nature that is usually hidden. The most beautiful locations are often in hard-to-reach places. Jipping is the breathtaking scenery of Dilijan forests and ancient monasteries, as well as the opportunity to see forest inhabitants, herds with cows and herds of wild horses. For a real adventure atmosphere, go to the Dimats and Ayrikar mountains – these are some of the most popular destinations. The views from there are breathtaking. If you like an extreme atmosphere and you are not afraid of mud and mountain passes, then jipping is what you need for outdoor activities.

Horseback riding

One of the most exciting activities in Dilijan is horseback riding, which involves interacting with these beautiful creatures and completely reconnecting with the surrounding landscape. Horse riding enthusiasts have the opportunity to ride near the village of Haghartsin. #GoToDili can arrange for you an unforgettable tour, in which you will drive off-road vehicles up to the foot of Mount Abehakar, where a herd of horses will be waiting for you. Experienced instructors will teach you the safety rules, and you will ride in the bosom of the wild.

Zipline

Zipline is one of the most popular types of extreme recreation. Imagine how your heart will beat with excitement as you stand on the platform and prepare to embark on an incredible journey! Take a ride on a zipline and watch the fantastic beauty of Dilijan landscapes on Lake Parz and at the monastery of Haghartsin from a height. High safety standards, reliable equipment and professional instructors will make your flight as comfortable as possible.

Excursion to the red deer breeding center

Dilijan has a breeding Center for red deer, where you can pet them, feed them and get a lot of emotions from interacting with animals. Dilijan and other regions of Armenia have always been a habitat for red deer, but over time this species turned out to be on the verge of extinction, which is why this center was created by the efforts of WWF Armenia and the RA Ministry of Environment. In 2018, 14 Caspian red deer were brought from Iran to Dilijan, and after 2 years the first group of animals was released into the wild. 5-10 deer are planned to be released annually. By 2022, 21 fawns had been successfully bred at the center. Arrange an unforgettable trip to the center with the #GoToDili team.

Verev Rope Park

If you are looking for a dose of adrenaline and want to test your strength, then a visit to the Verev rope park should definitely be included in your active weekend. "Verev" is an amusement park located in a wooded area. It is ideal for recreation for both adults and children. This is the longest rope park not only in Armenia, but also in the region, consisting of five trails and a climbing wall. The tracks differ from each other in height, length, and acceptable age and height for operation. You will be able to overcome rope bridges, climb nets and climbing walls, bungee climb and much more!

#GoToDili offers Dilijan guests a trip to the village of Agavnavank, where the production of Dilvados alcoholic beverages is located. As part of the trip, you have the opportunity to participate in the Dilvegas game: this is a blind tasting, during which you will be able to recognize various flavors of drinks, evaluate their taste and become a real expert. It should be noted that Dilvados produces unique distillates of Eau de vies (translated from French as "water of life"), such as wild pear, wild plum, blackberry, wild apple, etc. – a choice for every taste.

Dilijan is an ideal place to spend an active weekend filled with adventures, the beauty of nature and unforgettable moments. Hurry up to book a tour next weekend (and not only!) and ensure yourself an eventful vacation with our team!