Eastern Turkey Adventure

8 days,Istanbul to Istanbul
Trip Code: ETET

Exploring ancient mud brick cities, bargaining in bazaars, tasting regional specialties, visiting the mysterious stone heads of Mount Nemrut.

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Spectacular mosques, rustic Armenian churches and towering stone castles reward those willing to get off the beaten path. From ancient mud brick cities to exotic bazaars and the mysterious fallen stone heads at Nemrut Dagi, this 8-day trip is Turkey at its most fascinating. Travel to the land beneath the snow-capped peak of Mt Ararat, the legendary resting place of Noah's Ark, and immerse yourself in the magnificent sights and legendary hospitality of the people in this lesser known, and lesser travelled, region of Turkey.

What's Included

  • Entrance fee and guided walk in Ishak Pasa Palace, guided visit of the ruins of Ani, boat trip to Akdamar Island, Deyrul Zaferan Monastery and Ulu Mosque in Mardin, excursion to Nemrut Mountain including visits to Karakus Tumulus, Severan Bridge and the ruins of Arsameia, visit to Harran beehive houses, Golbasi Park and mosque visit.
  • 7 breakfasts (Allow USD145-190 for meals not included)
  • Hotels (7 nts)
  • Private air-conditioned van, ferry, plane
  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout
  • Small group experience; Max 15, avg 10
Map of the route for Eastern Turkey Adventure Click to enlarge
Places Visited
  • Turkey
Day 1 Istanbul

Arrive at any time.

Day 2 Kars (1B)

Fly to Kars and visit the pinkish stone ruins of Armenian cathedrals, homes, fortresses and palaces at nearby Ani, the former capital of the Armenian Empire. Opt to visit the Kars Castle for panoramic views of the city.

Day 3 Van (1B)

Visit Ishak Pasha Palace and see Mount Ararat en route to Van, the cultural centre of the area's Kurdish majority. Option to visit the ruins of the Fortress of Van.

Day 4-5 Mardin (2B)

Enjoy an Akdamar Island boat trip and church visit before exploring Hasankeyf. Orientation walk of Mardin including Ulu Mosque and a visit to Deyrul Zaferan Monastery. Option to visit a local hammam.

Day 6 Mount Nemrut/Kahta (1B)

Visit the Karakus Tumulus (Women's Monument), Severan Roman bridge, and the site of ancient Arsameia at the giant burial monuments atop Mount Nemrut.

Day 7 Sanli Urfa (1B)

Visit beehive houses at Harran and enjoy a guided walk to Golbasi Park and the covered bazaar of Sanli Urfa, the supposed birthplace of Abraham and an important Islamic place of pilgrimage.

Day 8 Istanbul (1B)

Return flight to Istanbul where our tour finishes on arrival. Please do not book any ongoing travel before 5pm.

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