Eastern Express Kars Tour from Istanbul — 3 Nights · 4 Days
About Eastern Express Kars Tour from Istanbul — 3 Nights · 4 Days
This package tour from Istanbul lasts 3 Nights 4 Days, with one leg by plane and the other by the Touristic Eastern Express train; accommodation is in the cities of Kars and Sivas. Places visited: Kars, Sivas, Erzincan, Kemaliye, İliç, Divriği, Ankara. Departure dates and availability are provided via WhatsApp. Prices start at ₺23.999 per person; the exact amount is provided via WhatsApp depending on the selected date and hotel. A ₺23.999 supplement applies for guests staying in a single room. A hotel is selected when booking: Ve Hotels Kars Beylerbeyi Sarayı Accommodation Option (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference); Kars Hotels (Bed & Breakfast) Accommodation Option (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference); Katerina Sarayı (Bed & Breakfast) Accommodation Option (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). Included in the price: Economy-class flight ticket from Istanbul to Kars; Economy-class high-speed train ticket from Ankara to Istanbul; sleeper compartment ticket on the Touristic Eastern Express from Kars to Ankara; 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation at our hotel in Kars; 2 nights’ accommodation on the train; 1 open-buffet or set-menu breakfast at our hotel. Not included in the price: expenses incurred during the train journey; all dinners listed in the itinerary; Caucasian folk dance show; Çıldır Lake sleigh ride; the dinner listed for Day 2 in the itinerary and dinner on the train.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Istanbul – Kars
Meet in Istanbul. One leg of the program is by plane and the other by the Touristic Eastern Express train; flight and train times will be provided with your reservation. During the day, visit the ruins of Ani, the Arpaçay River, Lake Çıldır, and a Caucasian Night. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are at your own expense. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kars.
Day 2 — Kars
Following breakfast, we set out on the Kars tour. During the day, Kars Castle is visited. Lunch and dinner are at guests' own expense. Overnight at the hotel in Kars.
Day 3 — Erzincan – Kemaliye – … – Sivas
Following breakfast, the day is spent along the Erzincan – Kemaliye – … – Sivas route. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are at guests' own expense. Overnight stay at a hotel in Sivas.
Day 4 — Ankara – Istanbul
The itinerary concludes with the return to Istanbul.
Places to Visit
Kars
Sivas
Erzincan
Kemaliye
İliç
Divriği
Ankara
What’s Included
Istanbul - Kars One-Way Economy Class Flight Ticket
Economy Class High-Speed Train Ticket Between Ankara - Istanbul
Touristic Eastern Express Kars - Ankara Sleeper Car Compartment Ticket
1 Night Bed & Breakfast Accommodation at Our Kars Hotel
2 Nights Accommodation on the Train
1 Open Buffet or Set Menu Breakfast at our hotel
Transportation by Luxury Vehicles (Vehicle details according to the number of people are listed below.)
Sightseeing Tours
Guiding Services
What’s Not Included
Expenses incurred during the train journey
All Dinners Specified in the Itinerary
Caucasian Folk Dance Show
Lake Çıldır Sleigh Tour
Dinner on Day 2 as specified in the program and Dinner served on the train
All Lunches
Drinks with all meals
All Personal Expenses
Museum and archaeological site entrance fees, Museum Pass – (Required for entrances to museums affiliated with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.)
All organizations specified as optional
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, and Ankara stops. The day-by-day itinerary is listed in the "Program" section of the tour page.
What is included in the tour price?
One-way economy-class flight ticket from Istanbul to Kars; economy-class high-speed train ticket from Ankara to Istanbul; sleeper compartment ticket on the Eastern Express Touristic 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 provided below); sightseeing tours; 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 performance; Çıldır Lake sledding tour; Dinner on Day 2 as specified in the itinerary and dinner served on the train; All lunches; Drinks served with all meals; All personal expenses; Museum and archaeological site entrance fees, Museum Pass – (Required for entry to museums affiliated with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.); All activities listed as optional extras.
Which hotels are used for accommodation, can I choose the hotel?
You choose your hotel when making your reservation: Ve Hotels Kars Beylerbeyi Sarayı Accommodation Option (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference); Kars Hotels (Bed & Breakfast) Accommodation Option (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference); Katerina Sarayı (Bed & Breakfast) Accommodation Option (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). A supplement of ₺23.999 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.
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 ₺23.999. A single supplement of ₺23.999 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.