Boutique Van Tour by Plane

Upon arrival at Van Ferit Melen Airport in the morning, we welcome our guests with our private vehicle and enjoy a unique Van breakfast. After a short rest, we begin exploring Van.

Our first stop is Van Castle, which overlooks the city with its majestic presence. Dating back to the Urartu period, this castle is one of the most impressive sites for understanding Van’s history. Here, we take plenty of photo breaks while admiring Lake Van, the old settlement areas, and the sunset.

After the castle visit, we head to the Van Cat House. Here, we have the opportunity to see the world-famous Van cats up close, learn about their unique characteristics, and take photos. It’s an unforgettable experience, especially for guests traveling with children.

After the castle visit, we explore the ruins of Old Van City. This area was once the heart of Van’s social and commercial life. Accompanied by our guide, we learn about the mosque, city walls, and other ancient architectural remains.

In the evening, we stop for dinner at a restaurant where you can sample the local delicacies of Van cuisine.

Return to the hotel and overnight stay.

After breakfast at the hotel, we set off from the shores of Lake Van—a symbol of the city—toward the town of Gevaş. A pleasant journey awaits us, accompanied by the lake’s deep-blue scenery.

In Gevaş, we board a boat to cross over to Akdamar Island. The island captivates visitors with its natural beauty and historical charm. The Akdamar Church, located on the island, dates back to the 10th century and is world-renowned for its stone reliefs. We tour the church with a guide’s commentary, followed by free time on the island.

Around noon, we stop for lunch (extra) at a restaurant offering views of Lake Van and the island.

Later in the day, we provide free time in the central market of Van. You can shop for silver jewelry, herb-flavored cheeses, and local products.

In the evening, you’ll have free time before returning to the hotel.

On our final day, we’ll experience the Van Breakfast culture, one of the first things that comes to mind when thinking of Van. We’ll learn about local delicacies such as herb-flavored cheese, murtuğa, kavut, and honey-clotted cream, and have the opportunity to shop.

We then provide free time for purchasing souvenirs.

At the designated time, we transfer to the airport and complete our tour with the return flight.

• Round-trip airfare

• 2 nights’ accommodation at a boutique hotel

• 2 breakfasts

• All transfers

• Professional guiding

• Boat transfer to Akdamar Island

• Lunches

• Museum & historical site entrance fees

• Personal expenses