Sivas, Erzincan and Kars Tour — 3 Nights with Eastern Express from Ankara

About Sivas, Erzincan and Kars Tour — 3 Nights with Eastern Express from Ankara

This package tour from Ankara lasts 3 Nights 4 Days, with flights outbound and the Tourist Eastern Express on the return journey. Accommodation is in Kars and Sivas; the route includes Kars, Sivas, Erzincan, Kemaliye, İliç, and Divriği. Departure dates and availability are shared via our WhatsApp line. The per-person price starts from 21.999 TL; the exact amount is provided via WhatsApp depending on the selected date and hotel. The price for children aged 2–11 starts from 4.500 TL. A supplement of 21.999 TL applies for guests choosing a single room. During booking, guests can choose between Kars Hotels, Ve Hotels Kars Beylerbeyi Sarayı, or Katerina Sarayı; all three offer Bed & Breakfast accommodation with no price difference. The price includes an economy-class flight from Ankara to Kars, a sleeper compartment ticket on the Tourist Eastern Express from Kars to Ankara, 1 night's Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a hotel in Kars, 2 nights' accommodation on the train, 1 open-buffet or set-menu breakfast at the hotel, and transportation in luxury vehicles. Expenses during the train journey, dinners listed in the itinerary, the Caucasian Folk Dance Show, the Çıldır Lake sled tour and dinner on Day 2, and dinner on the train are not included in the price.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — From Ankara to Kars

The meeting point is Ankara. On this tour, the outbound journey is by plane and the return journey is on the Touristic Eastern Express; flight and train times will be provided separately during the reservation process. The program includes the Ani Ruins, Arpaçay, Lake Çıldır and a Caucasian Night. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are the guests' responsibility. Overnight at a hotel in Kars.

Day 2 — Kars

The Kars tour begins after morning breakfast. The program includes a visit to Kars Castle. Lunch and dinner are at guests' own expense. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kars.

Day 3 — Erzincan – Kemaliye – … – Sivas

After breakfast, the route extends via Erzincan, Kemaliye and … to Sivas. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are at guests' own expense. The night is spent at the hotel in Sivas.

Day 4 — Ankara

The program concludes with the return to Ankara. Today during your free time, you can explore Sivas's historic Double Minaret Madrasah on your own.

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 and 4 days. Accommodation in Kars, Sivas, on a Bed & Breakfast basis.

Which cities does the tour cover?

The route consists of Kars, Sivas, Erzincan, Kemaliye, İliç, Divriği 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 one-way flight ticket from Ankara to Kars; sleeper compartment ticket on the Eastern Express Tourist Train from Kars to Ankara; 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation at our hotel in Kars; 2 nights on the train; 1 open-buffet or set-menu breakfast at our hotel; transportation in luxury vehicles (vehicle details by group size are listed below); sightseeing excursions; guide services.

What is not included in the tour price?

Expenses incurred during the train journey; all dinners specified in the itinerary; Caucasian folk dance show; Çıldır Lake sleigh ride; dinner on Day 2 as specified in the itinerary and dinner served on the train; all lunches; beverages consumed with all meals; all personal expenses; museum and archaeological site entrance fees, Museum Pass – (required for admission to museums affiliated with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.); all additional activities specified; Your Holiday Is Protected; We've Taken Every Precaution for You; Click Here for Details; option to purchase your holiday in 12 installments.

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

You can choose your hotel during the reservation: Kars Hotels (Bed & Breakfast) Accommodation Option (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference); Ve Hotels Kars Beylerbeyi Sarayı Accommodation Option (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference); Katerina Sarayı (Bed & Breakfast) Accommodation Option (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). A surcharge of ₺21.999 applies to 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.

Are there child and infant rates?

Prices for children aged 2–11 start from ₺4,500. Children aged 12 and over are subject to the adult fare. The exact amount will appear at the booking step based on your selected date.

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; starting from ₺21.999. A single supplement of ₺21.999 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.