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From Van: 3-Day Van, Dogubeyazit and Kars Tour

By Tripster Travel Cappadocia
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Overview

  • Discover the stunning landscapes and rich history of Eastern Turkey
  • Explore the ancient ruins of Ani and the legendary Noah’s Ark
  • Visit the Castle of Van and the breathtaking Muradiye Waterfall
  • Enjoy a guided tour of Kars, Erzincan, and the Dark Canyon
  • Stay in selected hotels and savor delicious local cuisine

Activity location

    • Van
    • Van, Van, Türkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Dabanoğlu, Marangoz Sk. No:5, 21300 Sur/Diyarbakır, Türkiye | Meeting front of Hasan paşa Hani
    • Dabanoğlu, Diyarbakır, Türkiye

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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What's included, what's not

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    Small group shared tour
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    English speaking expert guide
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    2 nights Accommodations with Breakfast
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    Air conditioning Van Transportation
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunches
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    Dinners
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    Personal expenses
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    Travel insurance

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Baby carriages, Baby strollers, Drones
  • Not suitable for: Children under 5 years, People with mobility impairments, Pregnant women

What you can expect

Explore stunning places and exclusive destinations on a 3-day tour starting from Van, Akdamar Island, Castle of Van, Muradiye Fall, Dogubeyazit, Noah’s Ark, Ani Ruins and Kars.

Travel with an English-speaking expert guide, stay in selected hotels, and enjoy gastronomic destinations. Visit non-touristic extraordinary places, epoch-making excavations, and masterpieces.

Enjoy half-board accommodations, transportation, and guidance included in the price. Book early to avail the opportunity of the best price of the early bird and take seats in the front.

Day 1: Akdamar Island and Church, Van City, Castle of Van, Cat House, Muradiye Fall
Day 2: Doğubayezit, Ishakpasha Palace, Noah's Ark, Salt Cave, Ani Ruines
Day 3: Kars City Center, Çıldır Lake (depends on season) Castle of Cars, Free Time, Shopping, Airport Drop off.

Location

Activity location

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    • Van
    • Van, Van, Türkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Dabanoğlu, Marangoz Sk. No:5, 21300 Sur/Diyarbakır, Türkiye | Meeting front of Hasan paşa Hani
    • Dabanoğlu, Diyarbakır, Türkiye
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Merkez/, Eminpaşa, 65300 Van Merkez/Van, Türkiye | Meeting in Van City Center or Airport
    • Edremit, Van, Türkiye