Sapanca and Masukiye Tour From Istanbul
Sapanca & Masukiye Day Tour
Escape to nature with a full-day Sapanca and Maşukiye Tour from Istanbul. Enjoy lakes, forests, lunch, and optional outdoor activities in one trip.
Tour Overview
Escape the noise of the city and immerse yourself in nature with our full-day Sapanca and Maşukiye Tour from Istanbul. Just a short drive from the city, this tour offers a peaceful experience surrounded by forests, lakes, and fresh mountain air—ideal for nature lovers and families alike.
- Visit Sapanca Lake, one of the most tranquil natural spots near Istanbul, known for its glassy waters and peaceful scenery.
- Explore Maşukiye Village, famous for its wooden houses, charming streams, and lush green forests.
- Walk across the Glass Terrace for a thrilling view of the valley below (optional).
- Optional activities such as ziplining or ATV riding are available for thrill-seekers.
- Enjoy lunch at a riverside restaurant, serving seasonal Turkish dishes amid natural surroundings.
- Round-trip hotel transfers from Istanbul included for your comfort.
Breathe in the fresh air, walk under the shade of tall trees, and enjoy a relaxing day in nature just a few hours away from the bustling city.
Tour Itinerary
Meal: Lunch
- 08:30 – You will be picked up from your hotel in Istanbul. After meeting with the tour guide and group, we will head to the Asian side by crossing the Bosphorus Bridge.
- Maşukiye Village – Our first destination is this peaceful village famous for its lush forests, wooden houses, and waterfalls. Here, you’ll enjoy a traditional lunch at a riverside restaurant surrounded by nature.
- Free Time in Maşukiye – After lunch, you can relax in nature or join optional outdoor activities like ATV safari, ziplining, or forest trekking through beautiful trails.
- Sapanca Lake – This natural lake is perfect for a quiet walk, pedal boating, or simply sipping Turkish tea by the water. The lakeside cafes offer a calm escape with stunning views.
- Kartepe (Winter Only) – In the winter season, the tour includes a visit to Kartepe Mountain where you can enjoy snow views and take memorable photos.
- Shopping Mall Stop – On the way back, we’ll stop at a modern outlet mall where you can browse Turkish and international fashion brands.
- 20:30–21:00 – The tour ends with drop-off at your hotel in Istanbul after a refreshing day in nature.
Note: Pick-up and drop-off times may vary based on hotel location and traffic conditions.
What's Included
Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off from Central Hotels (Sultanahmet, Aksaray, Beyazit, Laleli, Taksim, Beyoglu, Karakoy)
- English/Arabic Speaking Tour Leader
- Entrance Fees to the mentioned sights
- All necessary land transportation by A/C Touristical Buses
- Lunch at the local restaurant
- Local Taxes
Not Included
- Personal Expenses
- Drinks at the lunch
- Any extra fees for transportation if your hotel is not central
Important Remarks
Please read the following important information carefully before booking. These remarks contain essential details about your tour experience.
- Pick-up and drop-off services are available from centrally located Istanbul hotels (Sultanahmet, Taksim, Beyoğlu, Şişli, etc.).
- Glass Terrace entry and optional activities like zipline or ATV safari are not included in the base tour price.
- The itinerary may be slightly modified based on seasonal conditions, traffic, and weather.
- The tour is suitable for all ages and families with children.
- It is a shopping and nature tour. There will be some shopping visitings in this tour.
More Details
You wake up in Istanbul with the city’s rhythm just beginning to stir. But today, instead of noise and traffic, you’re heading somewhere calmer—where birdsong replaces car horns, and green replaces grey.
Your journey begins with a scenic drive out of the city. As you move away from the towering buildings, the landscape shifts. Rolling hills, rivers, and forests greet you on the way to Sapanca Lake. When you arrive, the glassy water reflects the sky like a mirror. You breathe in deeply—clean, fresh air fills your lungs. You walk along the lakeside, maybe rent a bike, or just sit quietly to absorb the calm.
From there, you continue to the charming village of Maşukiye, nestled between waterfalls and towering trees. Its name comes from the word “maşuk”—meaning “beloved”—and it’s easy to see why. You stroll through narrow paths, hear the sound of water rushing over stones, and feel completely embraced by nature. If you’re feeling adventurous, the Glass Terrace awaits with panoramic views, or you can choose to zipline through the treetops.
For lunch, you sit at a cozy riverside restaurant where the water runs right beneath your feet. Seasonal Turkish dishes are served, and you dine to the sound of flowing streams. It’s peaceful, rustic, and authentic.
As the afternoon fades, you begin your journey back to Istanbul—not tired, but refreshed. A day in nature was just what you needed. And now, you carry the calm of Sapanca and the serenity of Maşukiye with you, even as the city lights come back into view.
Sapanca and Masukiye were nice. My friends and I have joined the Sapanca and Masukiye day tour from Istanbul. That was great to be in nature and spent a day unforgettable. We highly recommend to everyone, if you have time in Istanbul, join this tour and escape from the city to the Sapanca and Masukiye a day.
We joined the sapanca and maşukiye tours. This tour very very good because green life. My family liked the sapanca. I will join Şile and Ağva tour on tomorrow as well. You should visit sapanca and and maşukiye. Thank you for everything.
I went to the istanbul for business. I stayed 8 days in istanbul but I had 2 free days. I was thinking about what I do in istanbul and I entered a agency for ask. They recommended sapanca & & masukiye and I joined the tour. First we visit sapanca lake they offer us turkish tea. it was very beautiful place. After the Sapanca we went the kartepe mountain. they gave us free time and then we visit masukiye. in this tour everywhere is good but masukiye is like dream, like paradise. Everywhere is green place, naturel. I saw 2 different waterfall. We ate lunch at the fish restaurant. it was delicious. Everything was very good. Thank you very much Ahmet for this organize.
After spent few days in Istanbul we decide to go to Masukiye and Sapanca lake. One of the most beautiful places i've ever seen. Specialy the lake was just like postcard. Honestly i can live my entire entire life there with no doubts. If you want to get rid off crowded of the city this tour is the best option you can get.
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