- Small-group tour with a maximum of 18 guests
- English and Arabic-speaking guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off from central Istanbul
- Lunch included
- Nature, scenery, and adventure combined in one day
- Plenty of time allocated for optional activities
- Optional Glass Terrace & cable car experience
- Optional zipline adventure
- Optional Aquarium and Lions Garden visits
- Comfortable round-trip transportation from Istanbul
- Full-day Sapanca & Izmit experience from Istanbul
- Local honey and Turkish delight shopping stops
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Leave the busy streets of Istanbul behind and enjoy a full-day journey combining the natural beauty of Sapanca and Izmit with adventure activities, panoramic views, and local experiences.
Your day begins with hotel pick-up from central Istanbul. Guests staying in the Fatih area are collected between 08:00–08:30, followed by pick-ups from the Taksim area between 08:30–09:00. Travel comfortably in a latest-model Mercedes Sprinter with a maximum of 18 guests per vehicle.
The first stop of the day is Viaport Tuzla Marina, where guests have the opportunity to visit the Aquarium and Lion Park before continuing toward Sapanca.
Upon reaching the Sapanca region, stop at a local honey and natural products shop, where you can discover regional products and enjoy some shopping.
Adventure then takes center stage. Guests can experience an exciting Zipline ride before continuing to the ATV Safari station for an off-road experience through the surrounding landscape.
After the activities, relax over an included lunch at a local restaurant, accompanied by beautiful views of the Sapanca region.
The afternoon continues with a visit to the Glass Terrace, offering impressive panoramic views, followed by the Cable Car, where you can admire Sapanca and Izmit from above.
Before returning to Istanbul, there will be a stop at a Turkish delight shop for local products and souvenirs, followed by a visit to Yuvacık.
The return journey to Istanbul begins after the final stop, with arrival at your hotel expected at approximately 21:00–21:30, depending on traffic conditions.
Please note: This is an activity-focused day tour. Several stops are specifically planned to allow guests enough time to participate in optional experiences. Aquarium, Lion Park, Zipline, ATV Safari, Glass Terrace, and Cable Car activities are available at an additional cost and are not included in the standard tour price.
1. Hotel Pick-Up in Istanbul
Pick-up from centrally located hotels:
- Fatih Area: 08:00–08:30
- Taksim Area: 08:30–09:00
Travel in a comfortable Mercedes Sprinter with a maximum of 18 guests.
2. Viaport Tuzla Marina
Start the day at Viaport Tuzla Marina, with free time for the optional:
- Aquarium
- Lion Park
3. Drive to Sapanca
Continue from Istanbul toward the green landscapes of the Sapanca region.
4. Honey & Natural Products Stop
Visit a local shop offering honey and a variety of regional natural products.
5. Zipline Experience
Stop at the activity area where guests can optionally experience one of Sapanca's exciting zipline courses.
6. ATV Safari
Continue to the ATV station for an optional off-road adventure through the Sapanca countryside.
7. Lunch with Sapanca Views
Take a break and enjoy an included lunch at a local restaurant.
8. Glass Terrace
Visit the panoramic Glass Terrace and enjoy impressive views of the surrounding landscape. Entrance is optional and available at an additional cost.
9. Cable Car Experience
Take the optional cable car ride and admire panoramic views over the Sapanca and Izmit region.
10. Turkish Delight & Souvenir Stop
Visit a local Turkish delight shop with an opportunity to taste and purchase regional products and souvenirs.
11. Yuvacık
Continue to Yuvacık for the final part of your day before returning to Istanbul.
12. Return to Istanbul
Depart for Istanbul after the final stop.
Estimated Hotel Arrival: 21:00–21:30
Return time may vary depending on traffic conditions.
Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off from selected central Istanbul areas
- Professional English and Arabic-speaking tour guide
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Comfortable air-conditioned transportation
- Full-day Sapanca & Maşukiye tour
- All transportation during the tour
Not included
- Cable Car ticket
- Glass Terrace entrance
- Zipline activity
- Aquarium entrance
- Lions Garden entrance
- Drinks during lunch
- Personal expenses
- Tips (optional)
This is an activity-focused tour. A significant part of the day is spent at locations offering optional activities rather than only traditional sightseeing.
Aquarium, Lion Park, Zipline, ATV Safari, Glass Terrace, and Cable Car are NOT included in the standard tour price.
Participation in optional activities is entirely voluntary.
Guests who choose not to participate can enjoy free time while other group members complete their activities.
Since this is a shared group tour, guests should expect waiting time while other participants enjoy optional activities.
The schedule may change depending on how long the group spends at each activity location.
Comfortable walking shoes and casual clothing are recommended.
Weather-appropriate clothing is recommended, especially during winter and rainy periods.
The tour is a long full-day experience, starting early in the morning and returning to Istanbul in the evening.
The exact hotel return time cannot be guaranteed because of traffic conditions.
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor activities
- Weather-appropriate jacket or rain protection
- Sunglasses and sunscreen during warmer months
- Camera or smartphone
- Cash or credit card for optional activities
Rüstempaşa, Çarşıiçi Caddesi 2, 54600 Sapanca/Sakarya, Türkiye
