Enjoy a full-day tour away from the hustle and bustle of Istanbul on a day trip to Masukiye and the freshwater lake of Sapanca. Admire the breathtaking scenery in Masukiye and sample locally produced honey in Sapanca.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Small group
- Limited to 15 participants
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 1 day
- Starting times 8:15 AM, 8:30 AM
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Arabic
- Pickup included
- Pickup and drop-off service from hotels in Taksim and Sultanahmet area
Experience
Highlights
- Spend a relaxing day in the countryside away from the bustle of the city
- Stop at a local store for a honey and Turkish delight tasting
- Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Lake Sapanca
- Visit the Ormania Natural Habitat Park during summer season
- Watch the snow games at Kartepe Snow Resort during winter season
Full description
Following a pickup from your hotel in Taksim or Sultanahmet area, transfer to the picturesque village of Masukiye, located 120 kilometers east of Istanbul. Marvel at Masukiye's beautiful natural landscapes and green forests. If you're interested, join the various optional activities at the park such as ziplining or ATV ride.
Make a stop to taste the locally produced honey and Turkish delight in Sapanca. Following the tasting, enjoy your lunch break. Then, head to your next destination. This tour takes you to Ormania Natural Habitat Park and Zoo during the summer season and to Kartepe Snow Resort to enjoy the snow games during the winter season.
The last stop takes you to Sapanca Lake where you'll get to spend some free time on the beautiful coast. Here, take in the fascinating views of the surrounding green mountains before heading back to your hotel where you will arrive between 9 and 10 PM.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Taksim or Sultanahmet area
- Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional guide
- Zoo park entrance (between March and November)
- Lunch
- Shopping stop at Palladium Shopping Mall (depending on traffic situation)
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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What to bring
- Passport or ID card
- Comfortable shoes
- Camera
- Weather-appropriate clothing
Know before you go
- Please note that the schedule slightly varies due to different seasons
- Between March and November, the tour makes a stop at Ormania Natural Habitat Park and Zoo
- Between December and February, the tour makes a stop at the Kartepe Snow Resort
