The best of trips in Central and Eastern Turkey

Most visitors to Turkey know only its coastal riviera in the south or west of the country, or the capital Istanbul. But the center and east of the country can offer far more exotic trips to beautiful nature and interesting monuments – such as the fairytale landscape of Cappadocia or the former capital of Armenia Ani. Let's take a look at trips that are definitely worth taking in the East and Central Turkey.
Hike in the Red valley
World of rocks from Göreme to Çavuşin
The trip starting near the town of Göreme is very beautiful and offers incredible views of the surrounding… continue reading
Visit of Ishak Pasha Sarayi
Fairytale palace near Ararat
At the very eastern end of Turkey, only a few kilometers from Iran, lies in the foothills of volcanic… continue reading
Visit of Ani
Town with 1001 churches
The ruins of the former mighty capital of Armenian Kingdom Bagratuni lie right on the Turkish-Armenian border… continue reading
A tour of the volcanic field near Karapinar
Around two volcanic lakes
The 50,000-strong city of Karapinar attracts visitors only thanks to an interesting volcanic field ten… continue reading
Ahtamar
A trip to the Armenian Church on the island of Ahtamar
Ahtamar is a small island on Lake Van with an area of 70 hectares located 3 km from the south coast and 18 km… continue reading
Visit of Göreme
The heart of Cappadocia
Göreme belong to the most often visited towns in Cappadocia located in the center of Anatolia. If you think… continue reading
Ascent to Ercyies Dagi
Ascent to the highest mountain in Central Turkey
Ercyies Dagi volcano (3,917 m above sea level) is the highest mountain in Central Turkey. It is a real… continue reading
Tour of Sultahani Kervansarayı
The best preserved inn for caravans
Sultanhanı Kervansarayı is considered one of the best-preserved „inns“ for caravans. The light fortifications… continue reading