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8 Days, Eastern Turkey Private Tour From Istanbul

8 days
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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Ages 21+
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Istanbul

    Istanbul
    Start point
    Centrum Hotel Istanbul, Ibn - I Kemal Caddesi No.28 Sirkeci, Istanbul, 34110, Türkiye (hotel Loby, 14:00 - 00:00)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Centrum Hotel Sirkeci or similar)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Istanbul's old city on your own
  3. Day 2

    Istanbul to Kars

    Istanbul to Kars
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Büyük kale otel or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ani ruins, the medieval capital of Armenia
    Landmarks
    Ani
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  4. Day 3

    Kars to Van

    Kars to Van
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Ramada by wyndham)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ishak Pasha Palace
    Landmarks
    Ishak Pasha Palace
    Mt. Ararat
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  5. Day 4

    Van

    Van
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Mardiva Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic boat trip on Lake Van
    • Visit Akdamar Island and Holy Cross Church
    • Afternoon walk through old city Mardin
    Landmarks
    Lake Van
    Akdamar Island
    Holy Cross Church
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  6. Day 5

    Mardin

    Mardin
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Mardiva Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Dayrulzaferan Monastery
    • Visit Dara ruins
    • Wine tasting at the monastery
    • Explore old town of Mardin
    Landmarks
    Dayrulzaferan Monastery
    Dara
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  7. Day 6

    Mardin to Şanlıurfa (Göbekli Tepe)

    Mardin to Şanlıurfa (Göbekli Tepe)
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Alahan Hotel or similar.)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Göbekli Tepe archaeological site

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Abraham's Cave
    • Explore local markets
    • Experience local cuisine
    Landmarks
    Göbekli Tepe
    Abraham's Cave
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  8. Day 7

    Mt. Nemrut

    Mt. Nemrut
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (White Star Otel or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Mt. Nemrut tomb-sanctuary complex
    • Visit Cendere Bridge
    • Visit Karakus Tumulus
    • Sunset viewing at Mt. Nemrut summit
    Landmarks
    Mt. Nemrut
    Cendere Bridge
    Karakus Tumulus
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  9. Day 8

    Adıyaman to Istanbul

    Adıyaman to Istanbul
    End point
    İstanbul Airport, İstanbul Airport Turkey, Istanbul, 34275, Türkiye (Domestic Arrival, 15:00 - 16:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • Stuart5.0November 2024
    We were a family of 7 adults who journeyed through Eastern Turkey on the 8-day Tour. Our tour guide and driver were...
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    Serena5.0July 2024
    This eastern Turkey tour is an excellent overview of a fascinating part of Turkey most tourists don’t get to. After...
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  • Mark5.0April 2024
    This trip to Eastern Turkey was one of the best i have taken in a lot of traveling. the guides were excellent and the...
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