Full-day city escape from Istanbul to Sapanca and Masukiye, including lunch and a mountain ride. The Sapanca and Masukiye Tour is one of our favourite day excursions from Istanbul, especially for environment enthusiasts. On a 14-hour day journey to Lake Sapanca and the town of Masukiye on the Gulf of Izmit, you can escape the hustle and bustle of Istanbul and explore a popular weekend hideaway from the city. Climb Kartepe Mountain after a leisurely lunch beneath a canopy of trees. A full-day journey away from Istanbul’s hustle and bustle to the Gulf of Izmit and the freshwater lake of Lake Sapanca. Transfer to Lake Sapanca for a nature walk after being picked up from your accommodation in the city center. Lake Sapanca is recognised for its picturesque splendour and is located on a tectonic hole between Izmit Bay and the Adapazari Meadow. Proceed to the lovely town of Masukiye for lunch beneath a tree canopy. Then, before climbing Kartepe Mountain, drive to a waterfall. Walk in the mountains or, if you want, ride the ski lift. Explore a favourite spot for summer picnics and winter ski trips.
Return to your accommodation in Istanbul at the end of the excursion.
Please bring a coat and cap during the cold months.
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Lake Sapanca is a popular weekend hideaway from Istanbul.
Hiking up Kartepe Mountain.
At Masukiye, have lunch amid the trees.
See the scenery of the Adapazari Meadow and the Gulf of Izmit.
Included/Excluded
Hotel pick-up and drop-off services from centrally located hotels
Transport by air-conditioned coach
Lunch
Fully guided tour with the services of an experienced and licensed English speaking guide
Gratuities (optional)
Drinks
Any extra services
Experience Type
Tour/ Activity
Area
Turkey
Cancellation Policy
The experiences can be cancelled 96 hours in advance for a full refund.
Tickets and experiences that include tickets to any attractions are non-refundable and cannot be re-scheduled.
SKU: 11405
Tour Location
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Liana Analia
24/02/2022
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A gorgeous lake with very clean water. strongly recommended, if you visit this lake one time you will surely try to come back again. Food is good. The staff doesn’t really speak much English.
Rena Goyal
10/12/2021
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Best time
Best time, It’s so peaceful and quiet. Worth visiting!
Zahra Storey
08/11/2021
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Extremely beautiful
Extremely beautiful, The place is also good for meditation.
Agus Aprianto
29/10/2021
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The lake is sparkling. The weather is also very nice.
Alexis Foss
11/10/2021
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The lake view is incredibly beautiful, Calm, peaceful, and relaxing environment.
Travious Grinnell
29/09/2021
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Amazing
Overall I had fun and enjoy my trip. I would like to visit it again. our tour guide was amazing!
Victoria Matoso
15/09/2021
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I hope I can come to visit here again. while enjoying the beautiful view of the amazing lake.
