Boutique Van Kars Erzurum Tour with Eastern Express from Istanbul — 3 Nights

About Boutique Van Kars Erzurum Tour with Eastern Express from Istanbul — 3 Nights

This package tour from Istanbul lasts 3 Nights 4 Days, with one leg by plane and the other on the Tourist Eastern Express train; accommodation is in the cities of Van and Kars. Places visited: Van, Kars, Erzurum. Departure dates and availability are provided via WhatsApp. The price per person starts from ₺19.999; the exact price is shared via WhatsApp based on the selected date and hotel. The price for children aged 2–11 starts from ₺17.099. A supplement of ₺4.600 applies to guests who wish to stay in a single room. Accommodation is in the Van - Kars Hotels (Bed & Breakfast + Half Board) category. Included in the price: Round-trip flight tickets (The route may change depending on flight availability.); 1 night of Half Board and 2 nights of Bed & Breakfast accommodation at the hotels; 3 open-buffet or set-menu breakfasts at the hotels; 1 open-buffet or set-menu dinner at the hotels; transportation in luxury vehicles - vehicle type is based on the number of guests; sightseeing tours. Not included in the price: All museum, archaeological site, etc. entrance fees specified in the itinerary; breakfast on the first morning as specified in the itinerary; dinner on Day 2 as specified in the itinerary; drinks with all meals; lunches.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Van

Meet in Istanbul. One leg of the program is by plane and the other by Tourist Eastern Express train; flight and train times will be provided with your reservation. The day's sights include Akdamar Church, Akdamar Island, the Urartian Museum, Van Castle and Lake Van. Dinner is included. Breakfast and lunch are at your own expense. Overnight at a hotel in Van.

Day 2 — Kars

After breakfast, the Kars sightseeing tour begins. During the day, you will visit Muradiye Waterfall and Ishak Pasha Palace. Breakfast is included in the price. Dinner is at your own expense. Overnight at a hotel in Kars.

Day 3 — Kars

After breakfast, the Kars tour begins. During the day, you will see the Menuçehr Mosque, Seljuk Palace, Kars Castle, Kümbet Mosque, and the Church of the Apostles. Dinner is at your own expense. Overnight at a hotel in Kars.

Day 4 — Erzurum – Istanbul

The itinerary concludes with the return to Istanbul.

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Boutique Van Kars Erzurum tour by Eastern Express take?

The tour is 3 nights 4 days. Accommodation in Van and Kars on a bed & breakfast + half board basis.

Which cities does the tour cover?

The route consists of Van, Kars, and Erzurum stops. Day-by-day itinerary is listed in the "Itinerary" section on the tour page.

What is included in the tour price?

Round-trip flight tickets (the route may change depending on flight availability); 1 night of Half Board and 2 nights of Bed & Breakfast accommodation in hotels; 3 open-buffet or set-menu breakfasts at hotels; 1 open-buffet or set-menu dinner at a hotel; transport in luxury vehicles (vehicle assigned according to the number of passengers); sightseeing tours; guide services; bottled water on board the vehicle.

What is not included in the tour price?

Admission fees for all museums, archaeological sites, etc. listed in the itinerary; breakfast on the first day as listed in the itinerary; dinner on day 2 as listed in the itinerary; drinks with all meals; lunches; all personal expenses; all optional activities listed; Museum Pass (required for admission to museums affiliated with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism).

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

Accommodation is in the Van - Kars Hotels category. A single supplement of ₺4,600 applies for solo travelers.

Are meals included in the price?

Accommodation on Bed & Breakfast + Half Board basis.

Are there child and infant rates?

Prices for children aged 2–11 start at ₺17.099, and prices for infants aged 0–1 start at ₺999. Guests aged 12 and over pay the adult price. The exact amount for your selected date will be shown during the booking process.

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 ₺19,999. A single room supplement of ₺4,600 applies for solo travelers.

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.