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Eastern Turkey Adventure

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From Istanbul to Kars
4.7 (12,712 reviews)
  • Historical mosque beside a reflection pool.
  • Sun-drenched earthen fortress ruins with jagged walls and small nesting holes, set against a vibrant blue sky.
  • Illuminated Ottoman mosque courtyard with elegant arches and twin minarets glowing against a deep blue twilight sky.
  • Round medieval stone church with arched windows and patches of greenery on the roof, set beneath a partly cloudy sky.
  • Row of traditional conical beehive houses built from reddish mud brick, decorated with pottery and tools under a vivid blue sky.
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  • Sandstone houses and historic buildings climb a rocky hillside beneath bright blue sky and fluffy clouds.
  • Cityscape of Istanbul with the Galata Tower and a river with a boat.
  • Aerial view of an ancient city with stone buildings.
  • Majestic snow-capped mountain under a clear blue sky.
  • Ruins of an ancient church in a rugged landscape.
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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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
Group Size 10 - 15
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Istanbul

    Istanbul
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Golden Horn Sirkeci Istanbul), Hotel (Hotel Centrum Istanbul)

    Included Activities

    • Meet Your CEO and Group

    Optional Activities

    • Group dinner
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  2. Day 2

    Istanbul to Adıyaman

    Istanbul to Adıyaman
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch by the lake of the Ataturk Dam), Dinner (Dinner in the hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (White Star Hotel Adıyaman)

    Included Activities

    • Karakus Tumulus Visit
    • Mt Nemrut Sunset Experience
    Landmarks
    Karakus Tumulus
    Mt. Nemrut
    Cendere Bridge
    Ataturk Dam
  3. Day 3

    Adıyaman to Şanlıurfa

    Adıyaman to Şanlıurfa
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Şanlıurfa Uludağ Otel), Hotel (Dedeman Şanlıurfa)

    Included Activities

    • Göbekli Tepe Archaeological Site Visit
    Landmarks
    Göbekli Tepe
    İshak Paşa Sarayı
    Ataturk Dam
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  4. Day 4

    Şanlıurfa to Mardin

    Şanlıurfa to Mardin
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Kaya Ninova Hotel Mardin)

    Included Activities

    • Mardin UNESCO City Tour
    • Walking Tour Mardin

    Optional Activities

    • Group dinner
    Landmarks
    Latifiye Mosque
    Tellallar Bazaar
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  5. Day 5

    Mardin to Van

    Mardin to Van
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner With a Local Family in Van)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Bianca Hotel Van)

    Included Activities

    • Akdamar Island Boat Trip
    • Walking Tour Akdamar Island
    • Dinner With a Local Family
    Landmarks
    Lake Van
    Akdamar Island
  6. Day 6

    Van to Kars

    Van to Kars
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Buyuk Kale Hotel - Kars), Hotel (Sim-er Hotel - Kars)

    Included Activities

    • Van Castle
    • Ishak Pasha Palace
    • Orientation Walk Kars
    Landmarks
    Van Castle
    Ishak Pasha Palace
    Mt. Ararat
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  7. Day 7

    Kars

    Kars
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Buyuk Kale Hotel - Kars), Hotel (Sim-er Hotel - Kars)

    Included Activities

    • Ani Visit

    Optional Activities

    • Final group dinner
    Landmarks
    Ani
    Kars Museum
  8. Day 8

    Kars

    Kars
    Meals
    Breakfast

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Where You'll Stay

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  • Golden Horn Sirkeci Istanbul

    Hotel
    day 1

  • Hotel Centrum Istanbul

    Hotel
    day 1

  • White Star Hotel Adıyaman

    Hotel
    day 2

  • Şanlıurfa Uludağ Otel

    Hotel
    day 3

  • Dedeman Şanlıurfa

    Hotel
    day 3

  • Kaya Ninova Hotel Mardin

    Hotel
    day 4

  • Bianca Hotel Van

    Hotel
    day 5

  • Buyuk Kale Hotel - Kars

    Hotel
    Days 6, 7

  • Sim-er Hotel - Kars

    Hotel
    Days 6, 7

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Reviews from other tours by G Adventures

  • Judy5.0•July 2026
    Very knowledgeable guide. Driver excellent too.
  • Philip5.0•May 2026
    Excellent small group tour. All around enjoyable, with very good itinerary, guide, and organization. Happy with it...
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  • Helen4.0•May 2026
    Great trip! Only being in Istanbul on Sunday we didn't get to do the grand bazaar so that was a let down.

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    Heidi

    Asked on September 11th, 2025

    Day 3 of this itinerary states 30 hours of travel time? Is this a mistake?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written September 2025

      This should be 30 minutes, not 30 hours.

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      Are these guaranteed departures for Nov 6 2026?

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      Yes! All of our departures are guaranteed!

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    Lawrence

    Asked on May 17th, 2025

    Is the flight from Istanbul to Adiyaman included in the total price?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written May 2025

      Yes the internal flights from Istanbul to Adiyaman is included in the price of the trip

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    Nina

    Asked on April 28th, 2025

    Does the tour go to Mt Ararat or just drive by a sizable distance away?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2025

      The tour doesn't get fully up close however, you do take in views of Mt Ararat. See the day description below. (Day 6) Visit the Van Citadel this morning, built by the ancient kingdom of Urartu. From there transfer to the previous capital of the Republic of Ararat, Dogubeyazit. Explore Ishak Pasha Palace then take in views of Mt. Ararat and across the mountains where the possible resting place of Noah's Ark is said to be located. Continue on to Kars for a brief orientation walk, then settle in for the evening with free time.

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