Duration
12 days
Departs
Istanbul
Ends
Trabzon
Style
Mixed
This 12-day private tour begins in Istanbul, ends in Trabzon, and visits Nemrut, Göbekli Tepe, and Ani along a route through Adiyaman, Şanlıurfa, Diyarbakir, Mardin, Van, Kars, and Erzurum.
Route map
Numbers follow the itinerary order — tap a marker to see the stop.
Itinerary
- Istanbul — 1 night
- Adiyaman — 1 night
- Şanlıurfa — 1 night
- Diyarbakir — 1 night
- Mardin — 1 night
- Tatvan — 1 night
- Van — 2 nights
- Kars — 1 night
- Erzurum — 1 night
- Trabzon — 1 night
Places you'll see
Karatay Han · Nemrut · Ataturk Dam · Göbekli Tepe · Deir-Al-Zafaran (Saffron Monastery) · Hasankeyf · Akdamar Island · Van Museum · Urartian fortress · Hosap Castle · Carpet and rug collective in Van · Bendimaahi Falls · Ishak Pasha Palace · Ani · Sarikamis battlefield site · Sumela Monastery
Highlights
- Explore the ancient Silk Road and visit Karatay Han
- Witness the majestic Mount Nemrut and its colossal statues
- Uncover the mysteries of Göbekli Tepe, the world's oldest temple
- Discover the medieval Armenian capital of Ani
- Visit the cliffside Sumela Monastery in Trabzon
- Enjoy scenic landscapes including Lake Van and the Pontic Alps
Good to know
- Domestic flights are included in the package.
- Private tour with professional guide throughout.
- Accommodation and most meals included.