Eastern Express Kars Tour from Ankara — 3 Nights

About Eastern Express Kars Tour from Ankara — 3 Nights

This package tour from Ankara lasts 3 Nights 4 Days, with one leg by plane and the other by Tourist Eastern Express train, and accommodation in the cities of Erzurum and Kars. Places visited: Erzurum, Kars, Erzincan. Departure dates and availability are provided via WhatsApp. Prices start at ₺28.999 per person; the exact price is provided via WhatsApp based on the selected date and hotel. A supplement of ₺28.999 applies for guests wishing to stay in a single room. Accommodation is in the Kars Hotels (Bed & Breakfast) Accommodation Option (Bed & Breakfast) category. Included in the price: economy-class Kars – Ankara return flight ticket; sleeper compartment ticket on the Tourist Eastern Express from Ankara to Kars; 2 Nights Bed & Breakfast accommodation at the hotel; 1 Night accommodation on the train; 2 open-buffet or set-menu breakfasts at our hotel; transportation in luxury vehicles (vehicle details based on the group size are provided below). Not included in the price: expenses incurred during the train journey; dinner on the last day as specified in the program; additional service charges (special provincial administration and municipal businesses, etc.); Caucasian Folk Dance Show; Çıldır Lake sleigh ride.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Ankara

Meet in Ankara. One leg of the itinerary is by plane and the other by the Touristic Eastern Express train; flight and train times will be provided with your reservation. Dinner is at your own expense. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 — Ankara – Kars – Erzincan – Erzurum

After breakfast, the day continues along the Ankara – Kars – Erzincan – Erzurum route. Girlevik Waterfall is visited during the day. Lunch is at guests' own expense. Overnight stay at the hotel in Erzurum.

Day 3 — Kars

After breakfast, set off on a tour of Kars. During the day, visit the Church of Saint Pirkitch, the Silk Road Bridge, Çıldır Lake and the Silk Road Bridge. Breakfast is included in the price. Lunch and dinner are at guests' own expense. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kars.

Day 4 — Kars

The program concludes with the return to Ankara. During the day, the Caucasian Front Military History Museum and Kars Castle are visited.

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Eastern Express Kars tour take?

The tour is 3 nights 4 days. Accommodation in Erzurum and Kars on a Bed & Breakfast basis.

Which cities does the tour cover?

The itinerary consists of Erzurum, Kars, Erzincan stops. The day-by-day itinerary is listed in the "Program" section of the tour page.

What is included in the tour price?

Economy Class flight ticket from Kars to Ankara; sleeper compartment ticket on the Touristic Eastern Express from Ankara to Kars; 2 nights’ Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a hotel; 1 night’s accommodation on the train; 2 open-buffet or set-menu breakfasts at our hotel; transportation in luxury vehicles (vehicle details by group size are provided below); sightseeing tours; guide services.

What is not included in the tour price?

Expenses incurred during the train journey; dinner on the final day as specified in the program; additional service fees (special provincial and municipal enterprises, etc.); Caucasian folk dance performance; sleigh ride on Lake Çıldır; excursions to Girlevik Waterfall, Erzincan, and Erzurum; all lunches; drinks served with all meals; dinners; Museum Pass (required for entry to museums affiliated with the Ministry of Tourism and Culture); all optional activities listed; all personal expenses.

Which hotels are used for accommodation, can I choose the hotel?

Accommodation is in the Kars Hotels (Bed & Breakfast) Accommodation Option category. A single room supplement of ₺28.999 applies for guests wishing to stay in a single room.

Are meals included in the price?

Accommodation is based on a Bed & Breakfast concept. Lunches and dinners are at guests' own expense.

On which dates are departures available?

Departure dates, prices for each date, and availability are provided via WhatsApp; you can inquire using the WhatsApp button on the page.

Is the price per person, is there a single room supplement?

The advertised price is per person in a double room and varies depending on the selected date; starts from ₺28,999. A single supplement of ₺28,999 applies for those wishing to stay in a single room.

How do I make a reservation?

Reservations are made via the WhatsApp line: simply tap the WhatsApp button on the page and send your preferred dates and number of guests; available dates, pricing, and payment details will be sent to you there.