This cycling tour details a ride from Yerevan to Haghpat, with a focus on rural Armenia. The tour covers highlights such as Bjni Fortress, Lake Sevan, Fioletovo, and the monasteries at Haghpat and Sanahin. The route avoids busy highways, with the exception of a section between Nor Hachn and Argel. The route features various terrains, including paved roads, gravel roads, and dirt tracks, with options to explore the Debed Canyon and visit historical sites like the Odzun church.
Beautiful scenery on the back roads out of Yerevan
It's worth doing the short climb up to see the ruins of Bjni Fortress
Riding along the picturesque Hrazdan River
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Sevanahank Monastery
Quiet lane above Lake Sevan
Climbing from Lake Sevan towards Dilijan
A gravel road to avoid the main M8 Highway
The Molokan village of Fioletovo
Nice mountain scenery on the pass between Dilijan and Vanadzor
Overview of the Debed Canyon
Good gravel and dirt roads on the western side of the canyon
The charming Hnevank Monastery
Gravel climb to Arevatsag
Riding above Debed Canyon
The spectacular church at Odzun is a must see
Trail towards Hagvi
The mining town of Alaverdi
Haghpat Monastery
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