The Mysterious Route of the East: Kemaliye, Elazığ, and Tunceli
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We are going on an extraordinary route in Eastern Anatolia... How about a weekend trip to Kemaliye, Elazığ, and Tunceli with Pikola Tour, which you have always wanted to visit but found difficult to reach? Where will we go? We will explore Kemaliye, with its houses among the various shades of green and diverse cultures living together; the legendary Fırat River and the Karanlık Canyon, one of the largest canyons in the world; Elazığ, with its 5,000 years of history and the historical texture of Harput; Munzur Valley National Park, one of Turkey's most important national parks with 43 species of endemic plants; Tunceli, with its surprising natural beauty and unknown culture; and Ovacık, with its legends, icy springs, and extraordinary nature.
- Our trip is 3 DAYS with 1 Night of Travel by Vehicle and 1 Night of Hotel Accommodation. 3 DAYS.
- 1 Night Hotel, 2 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner, Guiding, Transportation, and TÜRSAB Insurance are included in the tour price.
- In cases where the majority is not reached, TOUR CANCELLATION WILL BE INFORMED TO PARTICIPANTS 7 DAYS IN ADVANCE.
- The seating plan is made by our agency and there is absolutely no SEAT GUARANTEE.
- Seating Plan is arranged according to the order of reservation.
- Payments can be made 7 Days Prior to the Tour Date via EFT, Mail Order, Credit Card, and Cash.
- Due to compelling reasons (weather, road conditions, congestion, etc.) our guide may change the course of the tour.
- If the given times are not adhered to, our agency is not responsible for the places that cannot be visited.
- As the Eastern Anatolian climate is a Continental Climate, due to variable temperatures, we remind you to bring appropriate clothing.
- Do not forget that it will be hot during the day and cool in the evenings.
- Please remember to bring comfortable walking shoes, a raincoat, an umbrella, sunglasses, and your medications
- The MUSEUM CARD is valid in all museums affiliated with the Ministry of Tourism.
- For the Museum Card, you can apply through E-GOVERNMENT and https://muze.gov.tr/ address.
- Teachers who present their IDs will have free entry to museums under the MINISTRY OF TOURISM.
- Guests with Disability Cards, under 18 years old, and over 65 years old can enter museums for FREE.
- All guests will have a 4-day TÜRSAB Travel Insurance, limited to the tour price, provided by us.
- Our Kemaliye, Elazığ, Tunceli tour will have vehicles according to the number of people, in 19 / 31 / 46 Passenger forms.
DEAR GUESTS, TO AVOID ANY DISCOMFORT, PLEASE READ THE “INCLUDED/NOT INCLUDED SERVICES” SECTION CAREFULLY.
Dear participants,
We will meet in Giresun at 00:30 at Alman Çeşmesi, Gemiler Çekeği, Atapark, Valilik, Boztekke, University Stop.
In Ordu, we will meet at 01:30 at Rus Pazarı, Teleferik, Ordu Municipality, in front of the Old Ordu Bus Station, and we will begin our night journey.
In the morning, we arrive at “Kemaliye,” formerly known as Eğin, which has been nominated for the UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE LIST due to its unique architecture. After having breakfast (EXTRA), we take Safari Jeeps to photograph the Stone Road, constructed over 130 years through the efforts of the people of Eğin, and the Dark Canyon, one of the largest canyons in the world. We travel through the historical streets of Kemaliye, exploring sites like Zincirli Kaya, the Historic Taş Dibi Mosque, Mani Road, and Seytali Park. Afterwards, we enjoy our Bebik Coffees at Lökhane. During our free time, you can buy local products, experience the city’s atmosphere, and take plenty of photos to create lasting memories. Leaving Kemaliye, we head to Apçaağa Village. After some free time in the village, we listen to our guide tell the story of the bridge constructed by the late Governor Recep YAZICIOĞLU, which is mentioned in Ayşe KULİN's book, “The Bridge.” After the break, we reach “Gakkoşlar Diyarı,” Elazığ, with a history of 4000 years. Hosting many civilizations in the past, we visit Harput, one of the oldest settlements in the Lower Euphrates Valley, and see historical structures such as the Ulu Mosque, Harput Mansions, and the Arap Baba Tomb. Finally, we check into our hotel in Elazığ for accommodation and dinner at DOUBLE TREE BY HILTON ELAZIĞ.
After breakfast at our hotel, we leave Elazığ and board our ferry waiting for us in Pertek. During our journey on the Keban Dam Lake, we see Pertek Castle, and after reuniting with our vehicle, we arrive in Tunceli, nestled between the mountains. After visiting the hanging bridges over the Munzur River and taking photo breaks, we visit the Munzur Valley National Park, which was declared a national park in 1971 and is home to many endemic plant species within the borders of Tunceli. We enjoy the breathtaking view of the mountains, head to the Ovacık district at the foot of Munzur Mountain, and complete our tour of the unique Munzur Springs. We finish our visit to Tunceli Center and the Cem House, followed by Kutu Stream, and then take photos of the "Weeping Rocks" in Pülümür. Now, on our way back, we taste the famous leaf döner in Erzincan, and after shopping for local Erzincan Tulumu cheese, we drop off our valued guests at their departure points, bidding farewell with the hope of meeting on another PİKOLA TUR trip.
- Transportation by Large Bus
- 1 Night 4* PARK DEDEMAN ELAZIĞ Accommodation
- 1 Breakfast at the Hotel
- 1 Dinner at the Hotel
- Professional Guiding Service
- In-Vehicle Snacks
- Local Delicacies
- Parking and National Park Fees
- Pertek Ferry Fee
- TÜRSAB Domestic Travel Insurance
- All Tours Mentioned in the Program
- The Friendly Face and Guidance of Our Agency
- Breakfast to be Taken on the First Day in Kemaliye
- Museum and Archaeological Site Entrance Fees
- All Lunches and Beverages
- Personal Expenses
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