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Eastern and Southeastern Turkey (14 Days)
Discover dramatic landscapes, ancient civilizations, sacred sites, and living traditions in one of Turkey’s most authentic regions.
A Journey Through Time
This exceptional journey takes you through Eastern and Southeastern Turkey, beginning in the far east at Kars and ending in the culinary capital of Gaziantep. Discover legendary palaces, the vast beauty of Lake Van, medieval fortresses, and the haunting ruins of the Ancient City of Ani. Explore the world’s oldest known place of worship at Göbeklitepe and witness the stunning sunset from Mount Nemrut, creating a deeply immersive encounter with history.
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- Journey Highlights
✨ Overview
This exceptional journey takes you through Eastern and Southeastern Turkey, beginning in the far east at Kars and ending in the culinary capital of Gaziantep.
Discover dramatic landscapes, ancient civilizations, sacred sites, and living traditions in one of Turkey's most authentic regions.
⭐ Tour Highlights
- ✔ Orhan Pamuk's Kars, as portrayed in his novel Snow
- ✔ The haunting ruins of the Ancient City of Ani
- ✔ Ishak Pasha Palace, an 18th century Ottoman complex
- ✔ Panoramic views of Mount Ararat
- ✔ The vast beauty of Lake Van
- ✔ Seljuk graveyards and medieval fortresses
- ✔ Diyarbakir City Walls, the world's second longest after the Great Wall of China
- ✔ The castle town of Mardin
- ✔ Göbekli Tepe, the world's oldest known place of worship
- ✔ Mount Nemrut at sunset
- ✔ Zeugma Mosaic Museum
- ✔ The renowned cuisine of Gaziantep
📍 Tour Details
- Route: Eastern & Southeastern Turkey
- Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights
- Pick-up: Istanbul
- Drop-off: Gaziantep / Istanbul
- Tour Type: Private Tour
- Theme: Culture, History & Archaeology
🗺️ ITINERARY
- AIRPORT ARRIVAL: Meet your representative and transfer to your hotel.
🛏️ Overnight in Istanbul
- FLIGHT TO KARS: Morning flight and transfer to the city.
- KARS CITY TOUR: Visit Kars Museum, Kars Fortress, and the Armenian Church of the Apostles.
🛏️ Overnight in Kars
- ANCIENT CITY OF ANI: Explore the former Armenian capital with its churches, cathedral, and city walls.
- WAR MUSEUM: Visit the Caucasian Front War Museum.
🛏️ Overnight in Kars
- ISHAK PASHA PALACE: Visit this magnificent Ottoman palace overlooking Mount Ararat.
- DRIVE TO VAN
🛏️ Overnight in Van
- VAN CASTLE: Explore this ancient Urartian fortress.
- HOŞAP CASTLE: Visit a medieval stronghold with impressive architecture.
- ÇAVUŞTEPE: Discover the remains of an Urartian royal center.
- VAN CAT CENTER: See the famous Van cats.
🛏️ Overnight in Van
- AKDAMAR ISLAND: Boat trip to the island and visit the Holy Cross Church.
- LAKE VAN: Enjoy scenic views of Turkey's largest lake.
- DRIVE TO DIYARBAKIR
🛏️ Overnight in Diyarbakır
- DIYARBAKIR OLD CITY: Explore historic city walls and monuments.
- HASANKEYF: Visit the remains of this ancient riverside settlement.
- MOR GABRIEL MONASTERY: Discover one of the oldest Syriac Orthodox monasteries.
🛏️ Overnight in Mardin
- MARDIN OLD TOWN: Walk through historic streets, bazaars, and architecture.
- DARA ANCIENT CITY: Explore caves, ruins, and Roman fortifications.
- MONASTERIES: Visit Deyrul Zafaran and Kasimiye.
🛏️ Overnight in Mardin
- GÖBEKLİ TEPE: Visit the world's oldest known temple complex.
- URFA MUSEUM: Explore archaeological treasures of the region.
🛏️ Overnight in Urfa
- HARRAN: See beehive houses and ancient university ruins.
- BALIKLIGÖL: Visit the sacred pool linked to Prophet Abraham.
- URFA BAZAAR: Explore traditional markets.
🛏️ Overnight in Urfa
- CENDERE BRIDGE: One of the oldest Roman bridges still in use.
- ARSEMIA: Visit the Commagene Kingdom site.
- MOUNT NEMRUT: Witness sunset among colossal statues.
🛏️ Overnight in Adıyaman
- BOAT TRIP: Visit Rumkale by boat.
- ZEUGMA: Explore ancient mosaics and ruins.
🛏️ Overnight in Gaziantep
- ZEUGMA MOSAIC MUSEUM: See world famous mosaics including the "Gypsy Girl".
- OLD CITY & BAZAARS: Discover local culture and cuisine.
🛏️ Overnight in Gaziantep
- TRANSFER: Transfer to Gaziantep Airport.
- FLIGHT TO ISTANBUL: Connection for your onward journey. End of tour.
Includes
- Private licensed guide
- Private transportation
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Guided food tastings & local specialties
Not Included
- Additional meals & drinks beyond tastings
- Personal expenses
- When To Travel
The most comfortable time to explore Eastern and Southeastern Anatolia is during the late spring (May to June) and early autumn (September to October). The mild temperatures are perfect for exploring high altitude sites like Mount Nemrut without the harsh extremes of the region’s freezing winters or intense summer heat.
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