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This retreat welcomes yoginis and riders of all levels to experience relaxation methods with a splash of comfort, yoga, meditation, mindful breathing, and organic vegan food. Take a 3-hour daily riding experience and reach a perfect place to reconnect with nature where you will deepen your yoga practice and improve your overall well-being. After a plantbased picnic lunch, mount up again for an exciting trail ride towards historical and natural attractions like early medieval forts and monasteries hidden falls, and natural abysses in the verdant countryside and wooded highlands of the Lori region.
Programme:- Day 1
- 8:30 am Transfer from Tbilisi to Lori region, Armenia. Stops at Akhtala monastery and Zarni Parni Caves.
- 1:00 pm. - Lunch.
- 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm. Horseback riding tours along the western rim of Debed Canyon.
- 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Yoga therapy under pine trees.
- 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Scenic trail ride down the Dzoraget Canyon.
- Dinner and overnight in the riverside campground.
- Day 2
- 9:00 am -10:00 pm. After breakfast, take a ride on the ascending road toward the northern rim of the canyon.
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am. Yoga course on the verge of the natural abyss.
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Therapeutic trail ride to picturesque Ardvi hamlet.
- 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm. Lunch and tasting of local corps and beverages.
- 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm. Visit the hillside hermitage of Srbanes and natural springs.
- 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm. Ride to Odzun village.
- 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Yoga course.
- Overnight in Avan Dzoraget Hotel.
- Day 3
- 9:00 am - 10:00 pm. Ride to hilly pine forest.
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am. Yoga Retreat
- 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Ride to the Holy Virgin church of Odzun and visit the early Christian basilica.
- 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm. Lunch.
- 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Ride back to the stables and capture dramatic views over Debed Canyon, the monastic complex of Horomayr, and a vast number of predatory birds.
- 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Transfer to Tbilisi.
Zarni Parni Caves
You can see the medieval cave complex, as well as traditional grape orchard, Armenian national games, visit the museum, where the exhibits representing the lifestyle and culture of the local population.
Yoga on the verge of debed canyon
Experience the serene beauty of yoga amidst the breathtaking scenery on the edge of Debed Canyon. Let the tranquil surroundings enhance your practice, creating a perfect blend of mindfulness and natural wonder.
Birdwatching on the way back
Lori province is a heaven for both ornithologists and amateur birders. Here you can spot Griffon vulture, Lesser Spotted Eagle, Buteoninae, Common cuckoo, Black crow, Common redstart, Eurasian tree sparrow and many other species.
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What's included
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Tufenkian Avan Dzoraget Hotel, Breakfast included. Standart rooms.
- Transportation
- Internal Transportation
- Food and drink
- All mentioned experiences
Additional information
- Dates: every day
- Maximum group size: 10 persons
- Minimal age of participant: 10 y/o
- Duration: 3 days / 2 nights