Title: Visit Eastern Anatolia: Best of Eastern Anatolia Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Eastern Anatolia](https://expedia.com/Eastern-Anatolia-Hotels.d6054900.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Eastern Anatolia](https://expedia.com/Eastern-Anatolia-Vacation-Rentals.d6054900.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Eastern Anatolia](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Eastern-Anatolia.d6054900.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Eastern Anatolia](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Eastern-Anatolia.d6054900.Car-Rental-Guide)[Eastern Anatolia Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Eastern-Anatolia.d6054900.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Eastern Anatolia ## Travel Guide ![Eastern Anatolia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6119266/d069c723-dc14-40a7-b03e-fb5c580dcd73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Eastern Anatolia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6198333/e5296f7c-d285-4838-8a02-32e7f5d36bc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Eastern Anatolia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1931/b66cb386-16ad-45a2-9f0f-cc30d3ebd778.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Eastern Anatolia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4451/f848a8b5-044b-40c6-bd57-7b9278e33bb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Eastern Anatolia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6198333/ed5186d8-c970-4502-8a46-faaf06033b28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Eastern Anatolia Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Eastern Anatolia ![Mystery view from snowy peaks and lake Panorama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635290259177/44477aea-d9db-48c1-81bb-b4abd6f01739.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### İpekyolu 3.5/5(17 area reviews) You'll enjoy the churches and spas in İpekyolu. You might want to make time for a stop at Van AVM or Fortress of Van. [](https://expedia.com/Van-Ipekyolu.dx553248635290259177) ![Erzurum City Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1161/de36a8ab-3062-47b1-a42c-efd0533eb43d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Erzurum City Center 4/5(5 area reviews) You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Erzurum City Center. You might want to make time for a stop at Rüstem Pasha Caravanserai or Çifte Minareli Medrese. [](https://expedia.com/Erzurum-Erzurum-City-Center.dx3000662496) ![Ancient castle of Van in Turkey, known also as Tushba Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635290257548/7bb59acd-9e43-4587-a730-3302663c61b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tuşba 3.5/5(2 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Tuşba, Lake Van and Van cat house are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Van-Tusba.dx553248635290257548) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Battalgazi 5/5(2 area reviews) You'll enjoy the monuments and waterfalls in Battalgazi. You might want to make time for a stop at İspendere İçmeler or Aslantepe Ruins. [](https://expedia.com/Malatya-Battalgazi.dx553248635290259859) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Eastern-Anatolia.dx6054900.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - Eastern Anatolia Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Eastern Anatolia ![The Erzurum Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73450000/73447200/73447176/776aeb4c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Erzurum Hotel Ibrahim Polat Cd. 53 Erzurum Erzurum $80 nightly $89 total Apr 1 - Apr 2 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this ski hotel in Erzurum. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F1%2F2026&endDate=4%2F2%2F2026&selected=73447176&PinnedHotelID=73447176&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054900) ![Pars Palas Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106520000/106518400/106518369/05d9f182_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pars Palas Hotel IPEKYOLU - VAN Van Van $39 nightly $44 total Apr 9 - Apr 10 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Van. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Cheese Shops Bazaar and ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (75 reviews) The breakfast wasn't fresh. The toilet and the beds were dirty, hadn't been cleaned Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F9%2F2026&endDate=4%2F10%2F2026&selected=106518369&PinnedHotelID=106518369&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054900) ![Elite World Van ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5470000/5464500/5464500/65d058c4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Elite World Van Bahcivan Mah. Kazmkarabekir Bulv. Van VAN $78 nightly $88 total Apr 3 - Apr 4 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Van. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Cheese Shops Bazaar and Van Museum are located ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (282 reviews) We had a flawless one-night stay at Elite World Van. The hotel is elegant, spotless, and luxurious, with a spacious, modern, and very comfortable room—great bed and excellent sleep. Special thanks to Eren and Emir, who were incredibly helpful, friendly, and went above and beyond to make our stay ... Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F3%2F2026&endDate=4%2F4%2F2026&selected=5464500&PinnedHotelID=5464500&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054900) [See all 357 properties in Eastern Anatolia](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F28%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026®ionId=6054900) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Espinaz Apart Otel ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83240000/83232100/83232044/d090670d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Espinaz Apart Otel Ihsan Sk. 4 Van Van Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Van. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (65 reviews) I really like it. I strongly recommend it for long stays. Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Van-Hotels-Diana-Rezidans.h83232044.Hotel-Information) ![Hayat Palas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19680000/19670400/19670382/9ed86f9d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hayat Palas Inönu Mah Merkez Çarsisi 5 Sok No 48 Erzincan Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Erzincan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Ermerkez Shopping Center and ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (99 reviews) We were able to park outside on the road and there was plenty of free spaces right near the hotel. The member of staff was very helpful and willing to help. His English was really good especially for Eastern Turkey. The room was incredibly spacious, comfortable beds and nice quality bedding. The ... 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Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Mount-Nemrut-Puturge.d6119238.Vacation-Attraction) ![Impressive view of fog and sunlight after frost on the famous Sarıkamış ski slopes with its crystal snow and yellow pine forests.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635389804016/1b0d1a95-dd35-459c-b750-2dadc4ec692c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sarikamis Ski Center Hit the slopes in Sarıkamış with a visit to Sarikamis Ski Center. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Sarikamis-Ski-Center-Sarkams.d553248635389804016.Vacation-Attraction) ![Hazar lake and mountain landscape - Elazig, Turkey](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562601804/85976866-a194-450d-ad0c-d7120605fcb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Hazar Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Hazar during your travels in Elazig. Make time to visit the monuments and shops while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Hazar-Elazig-Province.d553248621562601804.Vacation-Attraction) ![Castle of Kars](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1931/ac5bf996-91d5-478e-8b97-667e7b8bd3a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Castle of Kars 5/5(3 reviews) Find out about the history of Kars when you spend time at Castle of Kars. Discover the area's museums and monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Castle-Of-Kars-Kars.d6332267.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mountain ski resort Palandoken Turkey - Erzurum city background](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975094655/c5f145c5-37cb-4899-a8de-948d9e6a820e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Palandöken Mountain 3.5/5(2 reviews) Hit the slopes at Palandöken Mountain during your trip to Erzurum. You can seek out the ski slopes while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Palandoken-Mountain-Palandoken.d553248635975094655.Vacation-Attraction) ![Panoramic image of Tortum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6332199/97e331d5-3738-4589-8a4a-36e30a548dfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tortum Waterfall 5/5(1 review) Explore the great outdoors at Tortum Waterfall, a lovely green space in Uzundere. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Tortum-Waterfall-Uzundere.d6332199.Vacation-Attraction) ## Cities near Eastern Anatolia ![Panoramic view of a valley with snow capped mountains and River Euphrates near Erzincan, Turkey](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1156/f26598e0-73e4-4758-9003-af5481054d81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Erzincan ![Panoramic image of Tortum (Uzundere) waterfall from down in Uzundere. Landscape view of Tortum Waterfall in Tortum,Erzurum,Turkey. Explore the world's beauty and wildlife.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1161/4695d395-796c-410f-b531-771227e0b667.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Erzurum ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1188/42c97bec-5398-4e9e-90a2-40bd35ddd622.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Elazig ![Red diesel train (East express) in motion at the snow covered railway platform - Ani Ruins, Ani is a ruined and uninhabited medieval Armenian city "Elements of this image furnished by NASA "](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1931/84d91724-63b7-4e45-823e-21fdb3e0f304.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kars - Cities near Eastern Anatolia - Places of interest [Erzincan](https://expedia.com/Erzincan.dx1156)[Erzurum](https://expedia.com/Erzurum.dx1161)[Elazig](https://expedia.com/Elazig.dx1188)[Kars](https://expedia.com/Kars.dx1931)[Malatya](https://expedia.com/Malatya.dx2354)[Mus](https://expedia.com/Mus.dx2428)[Siirt](https://expedia.com/Siirt.dx3339)[Van](https://expedia.com/Van.dx3677)[Tatvan](https://expedia.com/Tatvan.dx4451)[Bingol](https://expedia.com/Bingol.dx4616)[Hakkari](https://expedia.com/Hakkari.dx4617)[Bitlis](https://expedia.com/Bitlis.dx4636)[Kisikli](https://expedia.com/Kisikli.dx179879)[Agri](https://expedia.com/Agri.dx6063167)[Edremit](https://expedia.com/Edremit.dx6144772)[Talin](https://expedia.com/Talin.dx6198314)[Lusarat](https://expedia.com/Lusarat.dx6198333)[Igdir](https://expedia.com/Igdir.dx6202684)[Divrigi](https://expedia.com/Divrigi.dx6205968)[Nohutlu](https://expedia.com/Nohutlu.dx6206060)[Yusufeli](https://expedia.com/Yusufeli.dx6321581)[Kelkit](https://expedia.com/Kelkit.dx6322002)[Elbistan](https://expedia.com/Elbistan.dx6322376)[Sirnak](https://expedia.com/Sirnak.dx6323236)[Tunceli](https://expedia.com/Tunceli.dx6323547) - [Ergan Dagi ve Kayak Merkezi ](https://expedia.com/Ergan-Dagi-Ve-Kayak-Merkezi-Uzumlu.d553248621562601768.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mount Nemrut ](https://expedia.com/Mount-Nemrut-Puturge.d6119238.Vacation-Attraction) - [Sarikamis Ski Center ](https://expedia.com/Sarikamis-Ski-Center-Sarkams.d553248635389804016.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lake Hazar ](https://expedia.com/Lake-Hazar-Elazig-Province.d553248621562601804.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hazarbaba Ski Center ](https://expedia.com/Hazarbaba-Ski-Center-Sivrice.d553248621562601803.Vacation-Attraction) - [Castle of Kars ](https://expedia.com/Castle-Of-Kars-Kars.d6332267.Vacation-Attraction) - [Palandöken Mountain ](https://expedia.com/Palandoken-Mountain-Palandoken.d553248635975094655.Vacation-Attraction) - [Somuncu Baba Türbesi ve Külliyesi ](https://expedia.com/Somuncu-Baba-Turbesi-Ve-Kulliyesi-Darende.d553248635998011004.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mount Ararat ](https://expedia.com/Mount-Ararat-Igdir.d6119268.Vacation-Attraction) - [Tortum Waterfall ](https://expedia.com/Tortum-Waterfall-Uzundere.d6332199.Vacation-Attraction) - [Harput Castle ](https://expedia.com/Harput-Castle-Elazig.d6332045.Vacation-Attraction) - [Erkan Mountain and Ski Resort ](https://expedia.com/Erkan-Mountain-And-Ski-Resort-Erzincan.d6332152.Vacation-Attraction) - [Van AVM ](https://expedia.com/Van-AVM-Ipekyolu.d848320480351170560.Vacation-Attraction) - [Akdamar Adası ](https://expedia.com/Akdamar-Adas-Gevas.d6119266.Vacation-Attraction) - [Beylerbeyi Sarayı ](https://expedia.com/Beylerbeyi-Saray-Kars.d553248621533062890.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mazlum Ağa Hamam ](https://expedia.com/Mazlum-Aga-Hamam-Kars.d553248621533062881.Vacation-Attraction) - [Nemrut Krater Lake ](https://expedia.com/Nemrut-Krater-Lake-Guroymak.d553248621532503413.Vacation-Attraction) - [İspendere İçmeler ](https://expedia.com/Ispendere-Icmeler-Battalgazi.d553248635998011003.Vacation-Attraction) - [Abdurrahman Gazi Tomb ](https://expedia.com/Abdurrahman-Gazi-Tomb-Palandoken.d6332216.Vacation-Attraction) - [Keban Dam ](https://expedia.com/Keban-Dam-Keban.d6332041.Vacation-Attraction) - [Çifte Minareli Medrese ](https://expedia.com/Cifte-Minareli-Medrese-Erzurum-City-Center.d553248621533062865.Vacation-Attraction) - [Fortress of Van ](https://expedia.com/Fortress-Of-Van-Ipekyolu.d6119264.Vacation-Attraction) - [Van Great Mosque ](https://expedia.com/Van-Great-Mosque-Ipekyolu.d6332408.Vacation-Attraction) - [Gunpinar Waterfall ](https://expedia.com/Gunpinar-Waterfall-Darende.d6332319.Vacation-Attraction) - [Aslantepe Ruins ](https://expedia.com/Aslantepe-Ruins-Battalgazi.d6332299.Vacation-Attraction) - [Tatvan Life Mall ](https://expedia.com/Tatvan-Life-Mall-Tatvan.d553248635953565961.Vacation-Attraction) - [Rüstem Pasha Caravanserai ](https://expedia.com/Rustem-Pasha-Caravanserai-Erzurum-City-Center.d553248635998106840.Vacation-Attraction)