Eastern Turkeys Nature History and Culture Tour Highlight

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Trabzon
1 stop
1
Trabzon
Upon arrival at Trabzon Airport, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy free time to relax or explore the lively city center and Black Sea coastline.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Trabzon City & Historical Highlights
4 stops
2
Sumela Monastery
A spectacular Greek Orthodox monastery built into the cliffs of Altındere Valley.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
3
Ataturk Kosku
Elegant early 20th-century mansion surrounded by scenic gardens.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
4
Trabzon Hagia Sophia Museum
A beautifully preserved Byzantine church featuring medieval frescoes.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
5
Trabzon
Discover traditional streets, local markets, and centuries-old city walls.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Uzungöl & Rize Cultural Experience
5 stops
6
Uzungol
Famous alpine lake surrounded by dense forests and mountain scenery.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
7
Traditional Black Sea architecture built over rushing streams.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
8
Ikicay tea factory
Learn about the production of Turkey’s world-famous Black Sea tea with tasting 3 different kinds of local teas
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Firtina Deresi (Pass by)
Stunning river valley known for its nature and adventure atmosphere.
9
Centuries-old bridges reflecting the engineering of the Ottoman era.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Ayder Highlands & Zilkale
4 stops
10
Remote mountain plateau offering authentic village life and panoramic views.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
11
Zilkale
Medieval fortress dramatically positioned above the valley cliffs.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
12
Palovit Selalesi
One of the most powerful and scenic waterfalls in the Black Sea region.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
13
Ayder Yaylasi
Famous highland town known for wooden houses, thermal springs, and green landscapes.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Artvin & Borçka Karagöl
2 stops
14
Borcka Karagol Tabiat ParkI
Peaceful crater lake surrounded by untouched forests and nature trails.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
15
Discover local culture shaped by Ottoman and Caucasian influences. Experience dramatic landscapes and breathtaking viewpoints throughout the journey.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Erzurum Historical Route
5 stops
16
Twin Minaret Madrasa
Iconic Seljuk theological school famous for its twin minarets.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
17
Yakutiye Medresesi
Historic Islamic school featuring remarkable stone carvings and architecture.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
18
Ancient fortress overlooking the historic city center.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
19
Erzurum
Important mausoleums representing medieval Anatolian architecture. Visit traditional Ottoman marketplace renowned for Oltu stone jewelry.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Kars (Pass by)
Continue your way to Kars City.
Day 7
Ancient Ani & Transfer to Van
3 stops
20
Ani Ruins
Explore the UNESCO-listed ruins of Ani near the Armenian border. Magnificent medieval Armenian city known as the “City of 1001 Churches.”
2 hours • Admission ticket free
21
Castle of Kars
Hilltop fortress offering panoramic views of the city and surrounding plains.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
22
Kars
Admire the Russian-era stone buildings unique to Kars.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
Van Historical Tour
4 stops
23
Akdamar Island
Experience the ancient kingdom of Urartu. Scenic island famous for its Armenian Holy Cross Church.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
24
Holy Cross Church
A masterpiece of medieval Armenian architecture with detailed relief carvings.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
25
Van
Visit ancient Urartian fortress overlooking Lake Van. Enjoy panoramic scenery of Turkey’s largest lake and surrounding mountains.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Diyarbakir (Pass by)
Continue your way to Diyarbakır City.
Day 9
Diyarbakır Highlights
5 stops
26
Diyarbakir City Walls
Massive basalt city walls recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
27
Grand Mosque
One of Anatolia’s oldest mosques with unique architectural details.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
28
Historic caravanserai known for local breakfast culture and traditional atmosphere.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
29
On Gozlu Koprusu
Historic stone bridge crossing the Tigris River.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Mardin (Pass by)
Continue your way to Mardin City
Day 10
Mardin & Midyat
4 stops
30
Zinciriye Medresesi
Historic Islamic school with panoramic views over Mesopotamia.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
31
KasImiye Medresesi
Impressive 15th-century madrasa featuring elegant courtyard architecture.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
32
Midyat Old City
Famous for its stone houses, Syriac culture, and traditional craftsmanship.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
33
Mor Gabriel Monastery
One of the world’s oldest surviving Syriac Orthodox monasteries.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 11
Gaziantep Culinary & Historical Tour
5 stops
34
Zeugma Mosaic Museum
Home to extraordinary Roman mosaics, including the famous “Gypsy Girl.”
2 hours • Admission ticket included
35
Gaziantep Castle
Historic fortress located in the heart of the old city.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
36
BakIrcIlar CarsIsI
Traditional copper bazaar filled with artisan workshops and local crafts.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
37
Gaziantep
Traditional Cuisine Experience – Taste authentic Gaziantep dishes and regional desserts.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Sanliurfa (Pass by)
Continue your way to Şanlı Urfa City
Day 12
Göbeklitepe & Şanlı Urfa Region
5 stops
38
Gobeklitepe
UNESCO-listed archaeological site dating back over 11,000 years.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
39
BalIklIgol
Sacred pool associated with the story of Prophet Abraham.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
40
Castle of Urfa
Historic hilltop fortress overlooking the ancient city.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
41
Sanliurfa
Traditional Bazaars – Experience authentic southeastern Turkish culture and local handicrafts.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Adiyaman (Pass by)
Continue your way to Adıyaman City
Day 13
Mount Nemrut Sunrise Tour
4 stops
42
Mount Nemrut
UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for colossal stone statues at sunrise.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
43
Arsemia Antik Kenti
Ceremonial center of the Kingdom of Commagene.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
44
Cendere Bridge
Remarkably preserved Roman bridge still standing after nearly 2,000 years.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
45
Karakus Tumulusu
Ancient royal burial monument dedicated to Commagene queens.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 14
DEPARTURE
1 stop
Adiyaman (Pass by)
Transfer to Adıyaman or Gaziantep Airport for your departure flight.

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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