Eastern Anatolia Tours & Experiences
Our Eastern Anatolia tours explore one of Turkey’s most geographically and culturally diverse regions. High plateaus, volcanic mountains, lakes, wetlands and remote valleys meet historic cities, archaeological sites and communities with distinctive local traditions.
This is a region to explore in many different ways. A journey can combine nature observation, botany, wildlife, trekking, archaeology, cultural heritage and regional food rather than following a conventional sightseeing itinerary.
Mountains, Wildlife & Botanical Diversity
Eastern Anatolia offers exceptional opportunities for travellers interested in landscapes and natural history. High-altitude environments, wetlands, mountain valleys and open plateaus support very different habitats within the same wider region.
Our programmes can include botanical journeys in Eastern Anatolia, birdwatching, wildlife and landscape-focused excursions as well as hiking. Not every nature journey needs to involve long walks; routes and stops can be adapted to the interests and mobility of the group.
History, Archaeology & Living Cultures
Eastern Anatolia is also a landscape of cultural connections. Ancient settlements, medieval architecture, historic routes, castles and religious heritage reflect the many peoples and cultures that have shaped this part of Anatolia.
Kars, Ani, Van, Doğubayazıt and the mountain regions further south can become parts of a journey where archaeology and history are explored alongside contemporary local life.
Local Food & Regional Life
Food changes with geography. Local cheeses, village products, regional dishes and seasonal ingredients provide another way to understand Eastern Anatolia. We include these encounters naturally within our journeys rather than separating them from the wider cultural experience.
Private & Specialist Eastern Anatolia Tours
Our Eastern Anatolia tours can be designed around a particular interest or combine several themes. A botanical journey, archaeology programme, nature expedition or cultural tour can all require a different pace and route.
Tell us what you are interested in and how much time you have. We can shape a private journey around the landscapes and subjects you want to explore. Travellers continuing north can also combine Eastern Anatolia with Turkey’s Black Sea region.
Professional licensed guides lead our guided programmes. Globe Outdoors Travel, a TÜRSAB-certified travel agency (Document No. A-17542), organises the travel arrangements.
