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Sapanca Lake & Masukiye Day Trip from Istanbul with Lunch

KTLY964997 · Sapanca
Sapanca Lake & Masukiye Day Trip from Istanbul with Lunch
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Duration
10 hours (Day Tour)
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About this tour

Sapanca sits about two hours east of Istanbul, and this day trip covers its best spots without the hassle of driving yourself. After hotel pickup you head to Sakarya province to walk along Sapanca Lake, wander the forest village of Masukiye with its streams and waterfalls, and stop at Mahmudiye Village and the Glass Terrace viewpoint. Depending on the season, the route also includes Darica Zoo in summer or snowy Kartepe mountain in winter. Lunch is served along the way, and you are back at your Istanbul hotel by evening.

Guide Languages

English Arabic

Highlights

  • Darica Zoo (visited in summer)
  • Walk along Sapanca Lake
  • Stop at Mahmudiye Village
  • Masukiye, a forest village with streams and waterfalls
  • Kartepe mountain (visited in winter)
  • Views from the Glass Terrace

Included / Excluded

  • Round-trip transfer from your Istanbul hotel
  • Licensed guide throughout the day
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Admission to Darica Zoo
  • Admission to the Glass Terrace
  • Kartepe cable car ticket
  • Anything you buy personally

Your Day in Sapanca and Masukiye, Stop by Stop

The day starts with pickup from your hotel reception in Istanbul, then a drive east toward Sakarya province. This is where Istanbul locals go when they want green hills and clean air, and the change of scenery comes fast.

The core stops are Sapanca Lake, a calm freshwater lake ringed by hills, and Masukiye, a village on the slopes of Kartepe known for its streams, trout restaurants, and forest paths. You also visit Mahmudiye Village and the Glass Terrace, a lookout platform with wide views over the area. The route shifts with the season: in summer the tour includes Darica Zoo, while in winter, when there is snow, it heads up Kartepe mountain instead.

Lunch is served during the tour at a restaurant in a natural setting. Optional extras like the ATV rides, zipline, giant swing, and the Kartepe cable car are available on site at your own cost if you want more than a stroll.

At the end of the day, the bus brings you back to your hotel in Istanbul. Plan for roughly 10 hours door to door.

Pickup Location

Fatih, Beyoglu

Available Days / Times

  • Monday : 08:00
  • Tuesday : 08:00
  • Wednesday : 08:00
  • Thursday : 08:00
  • Friday : 08:00
  • Saturday : 08:00
  • Sunday : 08:00
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FAQs

How many hours does the trip to Sapanca and Masukiye take?
Plan on around 10 hours in total. That covers the drive from Istanbul to Sakarya, the stops at the lake and villages, and the return.
Do I need to pay extra for lunch?
No, lunch is part of the package. It is served at a local restaurant surrounded by nature.
Do the adventure activities cost extra?
Yes. The ATV, zipline, giant swing, and cable car are all optional and paid on the spot, separately from the tour price.
Does the tour go to Darica Zoo year-round?
Not usually. The Darica Zoo stop is generally part of the summer program.
Will we go up Kartepe?
Kartepe is normally included in the winter season, when the weather cooperates and the slopes are covered in snow.
Can I bring my kids on this tour?
Absolutely. The pace is easy and works well for families, couples, and anyone who likes nature and light outdoor time.
What is the meeting point?
There is no meeting point to find. The driver collects you from your hotel reception in Istanbul.