Sapanca and Masukiye Tour From Istanbul

Full Day City Escape – Lunch and Mountain Ride Included.

Sapanca and Masukiye Tour is one of our nice trips out of Istanbul especially for nature lovers. Escape the bustle of Istanbul, and discover a popular weekend retreat from the city on a 14-hour day trip to Lake Sapanca and the village of Masukiye in the Gulf of Izmit.

Enjoy a relaxed lunch under a canopy of trees, and climb Kartepe Mountain.

Key Highlights

What to Expect

Enjoy a full-day tour away from the hustle and bustle of Istanbul on a day trip to the Gulf of Izmit and the freshwater lake of Lake Sapanca.

Following a pick-up from your hotels in the city center, transfer to Lake Sapanca for a walk in nature.

Located on a tectonic hole, between Izmit Bay and the Adapazari Meadow, Lake Sapanca is known for its scenic beauty. Continue to the picturesque village of Masukiye to enjoy lunch under a canopy of trees.

Then, drive to a waterfall before climbing Kartepe Mountain. Hike in the mountains, or take the ski lift if you prefer.

Discover a popular area for picnics in summer and ski breaks in the winter. Transfer back to your hotel in Istanbul for the end of tour.