Overview
The Eastern Turkey in a Week, is a sweeping tour of all eastern Turkey has to offer. From Istanbul, start your off-the-beaten-path journey in the East and experience the region’s unique cultures and visit less-frequented sites, including Kars, the Ani Ruins, Lake Van, Urfa -Gobeklitepe and stunning Mt. Nemrut.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Double Share Accommodation X 7 Nights
Domestic flights
Professional Guiding
In-vehicle air conditioning
Breakfast
Taxes, Gas & Parkings
Lunches and Dinners
Tips
Admission Fees
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Centrum Hotel Sirkeci. Hocapasa Mah.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
Day 1 Istanbul - Arrival Day
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Istanbul
24 hours
Welcome to Istanbul. Today is your arrival day. After joining the old city located hotel, its your free afternoon to explore Istanbul's old city on your own leisure.
Day 2 Kars - Ani Ruins
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Ani Antik Kenti
3 hours Admission ticket not included
Take an early airport transfer from your hotel and flight from Istanbul to Kars, a city dotted with Russian, Ottoman, and Selcuk monuments. Meet with your guide at the Kars airport and drive a short distance to visit the Ani ruins, the medieval capital of Armenia.
Day 3 Mt. Ararat & Ishak Pasha Palace
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Agri Dagi Milli Parki
1 hour Admission ticket not included
Enjoy 6 hours scenic drive around Mt. Ararat from Kars to city Van through Dogubayazıt. On the way, we have a visit of Ishak Pasha Palace, a rare example of a mixture of Ottoman and Middle-Eastern architectural styles in the border town of Doğubayazıt.
Day 4 Akdamar Holy Cross Armenian Church & Mardin
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Holy Cross Church
2 hours Admission ticket not included
Take a scenic boat trip out onto Lake Van for a visit of Akdamar Island and its 10th-century Armenian Holy Cross Church before starting another 6 hours scenic drive to Mardin, around the lake. Upon arrival, follow your guide for an afternoon walk at the streets of old city, Mardin.
Day 5 Mardin Dara Ruins & Dayrulzaferan Monastery
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Dara Mesopotamia Ruins
5 hours Admission ticket not included
Morning Guided visit of Dayrulzaferan Monastery and Dara ruins. Local vine tasting at the monastery. Explore the old town of Mardin, known for its intricate and fascinating limestone architecture this afternoon.
Day 6 Gobeklitepe - Sanlıurfa
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Gobeklitepe
2 hours Admission ticket not included
3Hrs drive to Göbekli Tepe, located in southeastern Turkey, is an archaeological site dating back to the 10th millennium BCE. Considered the world's oldest temple, it features massive carved stones and pillars arranged in circular and rectangular formations, signifying early human religious practices and social organization long before settled civilization. This afternoon is free to explore Abraham's cave, Local Markets & Cusine by walking.
Day 7 Mt. Nemrut - Adıyaman
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Mount Nemrut
4 hours Admission ticket not included
4 hours drive to Mt. Nemrut, a high mountain in southeastern Turkey, is famed for its summit where a tomb-sanctuary complex built by King Antiochus I of Commagene in the 1st century BCE lies. This UNESCO World Heritage site is renowned for its colossal statues of gods and animals, showcasing a blend of Greco-Persian culture. We enjoy the sun set at the top of Mt. Nemrut before we head back to our hotel.
Day 8 Departure Day
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Istanbul
3 hours
Flight from Adıyaman airport to Istanbul.Tour ends at the domestic arrival of Istanbul airport at around 16.00pm.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Istanbul).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 4 travelers per booking
FAQs about 8 Days, Eastern Turkey Private Tour From Istanbul
Can I cancel 8 Days, Eastern Turkey Private Tour From Istanbul for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8 days.
Where does it start?
Centrum Hotel Sirkeci. Hocapasa Mah.
What's included?
- Double Share Accommodation X 7 Nights
- Domestic flights
- Professional Guiding
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Breakfast
- Taxes, Gas & Parkings
What's not included?
- Lunches and Dinners
- Tips
- Admission Fees
Which places does it visit?
It visits Ani Antik Kenti, Agri Dagi Milli Parki, Holy Cross Church, Dara Mesopotamia Ruins, Gobeklitepe, Mount Nemrut.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
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