Eastern Express Kars Tour from Istanbul — 3 Nights
About Eastern Express Kars Tour from Istanbul — 3 Nights
This package tour is planned to depart from Istanbul. Part of the journey is by plane and part by the Touristic Eastern Express train, with a total duration of 3 Nights 4 Days. Accommodation is in Kars and Sivas, while the route includes Kars, Sivas, Erzincan, Kemaliye, İliç, Divriği, and Ankara. Departure dates and availability are shared via WhatsApp. The per-person price starts at ₺27.599; the exact amount based on the selected date and hotel will also be provided via WhatsApp. A supplement of ₺27.599 applies for guests who prefer a single room. Accommodation is Bed & Breakfast at hotels in Kars. Services included in the price are an economy-class flight from Istanbul to Kars, an economy-class high-speed train ticket from Ankara to Istanbul, a sleeper compartment ticket on the Touristic Eastern Express from Kars to Ankara, 1 night's Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a hotel in Kars, 2 nights' accommodation on the train, and 1 open-buffet or set-menu breakfast at the hotel. Expenses during the train journey, all dinners specified in the itinerary, the Caucasian Folk Dance Show, the Çıldır Lake sled tour, the dinner on Day 2 as listed in the itinerary, and dinner on the train are not included in the price.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Flight from Istanbul to Kars and the Beginning of the Eastern Journey
The meeting point is Istanbul. Part of the program is by plane and the rest is by the Touristic Eastern Express; flight and train times will be provided separately during the booking process. Later in the day, the program includes the ruins of Ani, the Arpaçay, Lake Çıldır and a Caucasian Night. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are at your own expense. Overnight accommodation is at a hotel in Kars.
Day 2 — Kars Discovery
After breakfast, the Kars tour begins. Kars Castle is visited throughout the day. Lunch and dinner are at guests' own expense. Overnight stay at the hotel in Kars.
Day 3 — Erzincan, Kemaliye, İliç, Divriği and Sivas Route
After breakfast, the day follows a route through Erzincan, Kemaliye, İliç and Divriği before continuing to Sivas. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are at guests’ own expense. Overnight accommodation is at a hotel in Sivas.
Day 4 — Return to Istanbul via Ankara
The itinerary ends with a return to Istanbul via Ankara.
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 Touristic Eastern Express Kars - Ankara Sleeper 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
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Possibility to purchase your holiday in 12 installments
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?
Economy-class outbound 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 of Bed & Breakfast accommodation at our hotel in Kars; 2 nights’ accommodation in a sleeper compartment on the Touristic Eastern Express from Kars to Ankara; 1 open-buffet or set-menu breakfast at our hotel; transportation by luxury vehicles (vehicle details according to 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?
Accommodation is in the Kars Hotels (Bed & Breakfast) Accommodation Option category. A single room supplement of ₺27,599 applies for solo travelers.
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 ₺27.599. A single supplement of ₺27.599 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.