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Eastern Turkey Adventure

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From Istanbul to Kars
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Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Istanbul

    Istanbul
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Centrum Istanbul)

    Included Activities

    • Meet Your CEO and Group

    Optional Activities

    • Group dinner
  3. Day 2

    Istanbul to Adiyaman

    Istanbul to Adiyaman
    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
    Atatürk Dam
  4. Day 3

    Adıyaman to Şanlıurfa

    Adıyaman to Şanlıurfa
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Dedeman Şanlıurfa)

    Included Activities

    • Göbekli Tepe Archaeological Site Visit
    Landmarks
    Atatürk Dam
    Göbekli Tepe
  5. Day 4

    Sanliurfa to Mardin

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

    Included Activities

    • Mardin UNESCO City Tour
    • Walking Tour Mardin

    Optional Activities

    • Group dinner
    Landmarks
    Mardin Old Town
    Latifiye Mosque
    Tellallar Bazaar
  6. 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
    Gevas
  7. Day 6

    Van - Dogubeyazit - Kars

    Van - Dogubeyazit - Kars
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sim-er Hotel - Kars)

    Included Activities

    • Van Castle
    • Ishak Pasha Palace
    • Orientation Walk Kars

    Optional Activities

    • Kars Museum
    Landmarks
    Van Castle
    Ishak Pasha Palace
    Mount Ararat
    Kars Museum
  8. Day 7

    Kars

    Kars
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sim-er Hotel - Kars)

    Included Activities

    • Ani Visit

    Optional Activities

    • Group dinner
    Landmarks
    Ani
  9. Day 8

    Kars

    Kars
    Meals
    Breakfast

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    5.0
  • Transport
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  • Guide
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    5.0
  • Food
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  • Nadine
    Nadine4.3•September 2026
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    The trip was well organized, and there was plenty of time for sightseeing. It would have been nice to spend a little...
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    Traveled in September 2026

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    Shane

    Asked on September 11th, 2026

    I travel alone, only one lady. How can you solve the accommodation, can you find another lady to stay in 2 beds room or, have I pay an additional fee for 1 bedroom? I prefer shared bedroom.

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written September 2026

      We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Should you wish to opt for the single supplement, we can do so at an additional cost.

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    Terry

    Asked on August 28th, 2026

    Can I book the tour without the night in Istanbul and flight in second day and meeting the group in second day? Does that change the price?

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      Terry

      Traveler•Written August 2026

      Is it possible to book a single room? How much ist it?

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      Terry

      Traveler•Written August 2026

      In which age are the others travels?

    • G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2026

      There is no reimbursement for services not used so if you choose to arrive on day 2 and not take use the included hotel night in Istanbul that does not change the price.

    • G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2026

      A single room can be booked at an additional cost of 749.00 EUR.

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      Terry

      Traveler•Written August 2026

      Is the domestic flight included?

    • G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2026

      11 September - Travellers are born from the 1950s to 80s. The average age for this departure is 60years.

      18 September - Travellers are born from the 1940s to 80s. The average age for this departure is 60years.

    • G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2026

      The domestic flight is included, Yes.

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      Terry

      Traveler•Written August 2026

      Is a shared double room possible for both dates?

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      Terry

      Traveler•Written August 2026

      On day 3, what is the program? Is Harran included? How much time is available for Urfa?

    • G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2026

      The default rooming on our tours are Twin Sharing, meaning we will room you in a room with 2 beds with a traveller of the same gender and close in age (if possible).

    • G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2026

      On day 3 the Itinerary shows: After an early breakfast, drive to Ataturk Dam to enjoy the viewpoint, then continue to Doğubayazıt and İshak Paşa Sarayı in Doğu Beyazıt. Continue to the ancient and impressive archaeological site of Gobekli Tepe. Afterwards, transfer to the nearby town of Urfa for the night and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. I do not see that Harran is included.

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      Terry

      Traveler•Written August 2026

      How long is the discount offer active? Until when do I need to have booked?

    • G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2026

      The current sale on the website is until the 31st of August, Canada time midnight will it expire.

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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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      Heidi

      Traveler•Written September 2025

      Are these guaranteed departures for Nov 6 2026?

    • G AdventuresOperator•Written September 2025

      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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