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Highlights

  • Enjoy a full-day escape from Istanbul’s hustle with hotel pickup and round-trip AC transport to lakeside and mountain villages near Sapanca and Masukiye.
  • An expert guide, fluent in English and Arabic-speaking, will share local stories throughout the day while an organic lunch featuring regional dishes is provided for you.
  • Explore Turkey's largest zoo housing over 2,600 animals before heading to Sapanca Lake for lakeside strolls or pedaling boats on serene waters.
  • Venture into Masukiye’s forested valley for waterfall views and consider optional activities like quad biking or ziplining, plus a possible ride on the Sapanca Cable Car.

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Escape Istanbul's hustle and bustle with a full-day nature retreat to Sapanca Lake and Masukiye Village on this exciting tour from Istanbul. Enjoy round-trip air-conditioned transport with hotel pickup and drop-off in the heart of Istanbul, ensuring your journey begins and ends comfortably.

Your expert guide, fluent in both English and Arabic, will accompany you throughout the day, sharing fascinating local stories that bring history to life. The highlight includes a visit to Turkey's largest zoo, home to over 2,600 animals from around the world. Afterward, head to Sapanca Lake for serene lakeside walks or pedal boat rides on its calm waters.

Continue your adventure in Masukiye Village nestled within a forested valley offering stunning views of a picturesque waterfall. Here you can choose to engage in optional activities like quad biking or ziplining through the lush landscape, with an opportunity for an exhilarating ride on the Sapanca Cable Car if desired.

Relish an organic lunch featuring regional dishes prepared specially for your group at Masukiye Village. This tour promises a delightful blend of nature exploration and cultural immersion in Turkey's scenic countryside.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Full-day trip to Sapanca Lake and Masukiye Village
  • Round-trip transfers from your hotel in Istanbul, featuring a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle for pickup and drop-off
  • Expert guide speaking English and Arabic
  • Lunch at Masukiye Village with organic local dishes
  • Access to planned visits at designated sites like zoos or waterfalls
  • Optional experiences including quad biking, ziplining, and safaris
  • Tickets for the Sapanca Cable Car

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Must Know

  • Pickup is available from specific areas on Istanbul's European side including Taksim Square and Galata Tower. Ensure you provide your exact hotel name and a WhatsApp number for smooth coordination.
  • Departure begins at 8:00 AM, so plan to be ready outside your hotel gate or security office according to local rules well in advance.
  • The tour includes round-trip transfers with air-conditioned transport from Istanbul to Sapanca Lake and Masukiye Village, ensuring a comfortable journey throughout the day.
  • Enjoy an organic lunch featuring regional dishes during your visit to Masukiye Village, included as part of this full-day excursion.

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  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the experience starts.

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Tour duration: This day trip lasts approximately 12 hours. Departure time: The tour departs from Istanbul at 8:00 AM. Hotel pickup area: Hotel pickup is available only from Istanbul's European side. Pickup neighborhoods: Pickup covers Taksim Square, Galata Tower, Fatih, Nişantaşı, and Bomonti. Pickup details: You must provide your exact hotel name and a WhatsApp number for pickup. Pickup instructions: You must wait outside your hotel gate or security office, following your hotel's rules. Paid attractions: Entry to the zoo, waterfall, and other scheduled attractions is not included in the tour price. Optional activities: Quad biking, ziplining, safari tours, and Sapanca Cable Car rides are optional and cost extra.

Yes, the tour is led by an expert English and Arabic-speaking guide who will share local stories throughout the day.

The package includes a full-day trip to Sapanca Lake and Masukiye Village, round-trip transfers from your hotel in Istanbul with an air-conditioned vehicle, lunch at Masukiye Village featuring organic local dishes.

Yes, entry to scheduled attractions like the zoo and waterfall is not included. Optional activities such as quad biking, ziplining, and safari tours are also excluded along with Sapanca Cable Car tickets.

No, while some attractions may offer skip-the-line options, mandatory security checks cannot be bypassed.

The tour departs at 8:00 AM from Istanbul's European side. Pickup locations include Taksim Square, Galata Tower, Fatih, Nişantaşı, and Bomonti.

Provide your exact hotel name and a WhatsApp number for communication when you are ready for pickup. You must wait outside your hotel gate or security post as instructed by the tour operator.

The full-day nature break lasts approximately 12 hours, offering ample time to explore Sapanca Lake and Masukiye Village with various activities included.

Highlights include a day away from Istanbul's hustle in lakeside and mountain villages, guided tours sharing local stories, an organic lunch at Masukiye Village, visits to Turkey’s largest zoo, Sapanca Lake for leisure activities like pedal boating or walking by the lake, and exploring Masukiye with options such as quad biking or ziplining.

While not part of the standard package, you can opt to participate in additional activities like quad biking, ziplining, and safari tours at Masukiye. Sapanca Cable Car tickets are also available as an add-on.

Comfortable clothing suitable for walking is recommended, along with casual footwear. Consider bringing a light jacket or sweater for cooler temperatures in the forested areas and during evening hours.

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