Eastern Express Kars Tour — from Istanbul, 3 Nights 4 Days

About Eastern Express Kars Tour — from Istanbul, 3 Nights 4 Days

This package covers a 3 Nights 4 Days journey through Eastern Anatolia, starting in Istanbul. The outbound journey is by plane, with part of the trip taken on the Tourist Eastern Express; accommodation is in Ankara, Erzurum and Kars. The route includes the cities of Ankara, Erzurum, Kars and Erzincan. Prices start at 35.999 TL per person; the exact amount will be provided via our WhatsApp line depending on the date and hotel selection. Prices for children aged 2–11 start at 24.299 TL. A supplement of 35.999 TL applies for single-room accommodation. Departure dates and availability are also shared via WhatsApp. When booking, you can choose Katerina Palace, Kars Hotels or Ve Hotels Kars Beylerbeyi Palace; all three are offered on a Bed & Breakfast basis with no price difference. The package includes a return flight from Kars to Istanbul, a high-speed train ticket from Istanbul to Ankara, a sleeper compartment ticket from Ankara to Kars, 2 nights of hotel accommodation and 2 breakfasts. Expenses during the train journey, dinner on the last day, additional service fees charged by municipal and special provincial administration businesses, the Caucasian Folk Dance performance and the Çıldır Lake sleigh ride are not included.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Transfer from Istanbul to Ankara

The meeting point is Istanbul. The outbound journey on this tour is by plane, while the return journey is on the Tourist Eastern Express; departure times and flight details will be provided during the reservation process. Dinner is at participants' own expense. Overnight accommodation is at a hotel in Ankara.

Day 2 — Ankara – Kars – Erzincan – Erzurum Route

After breakfast, continue the day along the Ankara – Kars – Erzincan – Erzurum route. The itinerary includes a visit to Girlevik Waterfall. Lunch is at your own expense. Overnight at a hotel in Erzurum.

Day 3 — Kars Tour

After breakfast, we begin exploring Kars. During the day, we visit St. Pirkitch Church, the Silk Road Bridge, and Lake Çıldır. Breakfast is included in the package; lunch and dinner are at the participants' own expense. Accommodation is at the hotel in Kars.

Day 4 — Kars and Return to Istanbul

The last day of the program concludes with the return to Istanbul. Today, we visit the Caucasian Front Military History Museum and Kars Castle.

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. Bed & breakfast accommodation in Ankara, Erzurum, and Kars.

Which cities does the tour cover?

The route consists of Ankara, Erzurum, Kars, Erzincan stops. The day-by-day program is detailed in the "Itinerary" section on the tour page.

What is included in the tour price?

Kars - Istanbul Economy Class Flight Ticket; Istanbul - Ankara Economy Class High-Speed Train Ticket; Ankara - Kars Touristic Eastern Express Sleeper Compartment Ticket; 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 by luxury vehicles (vehicle details according to the number of passengers are provided below.); Excursions; 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 itinerary; Additional service charges (special provincial administration and municipal enterprises, etc.); Caucasian Folk Dance Show; Çıldır Lake Sleigh Ride; Girvelik Waterfall – Erzincan and Erzurum Excursions; All lunches; Drinks served with all meals; Dinners; Museum and archaeological site entrance fees,, Museum Pass (required for entry to museums operated by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.); All optional excursions listed; All personal expenses; Your Holiday Is Protected; We've Taken Every Precaution for You.

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

You choose your hotel when making your reservation: Katerina Sarayı (Bed & Breakfast) Accommodation Option (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference); Kars Hotels (Bed & Breakfast) Accommodation Option (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference); Ve Hotels Kars Beylerbeyi Sarayı Accommodation Option (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). A supplement of ₺35.999 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 ₺24,299. Ages 12 and above are subject to adult pricing. The exact amount is displayed at the booking step according to 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; starts from ₺35,999. A single supplement of ₺35,999 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.