--- title: Kars Corporate Trip | Ani, Lake Çıldır & Sarıkamış url: https://kurumsalgeziler.com/en/tour-booking/kars-and-ani-ruins-corporate-heritage-expedition description: Two-day corporate trip in Kars for teams of 8-35: the Ani ruins, Kars Castle, Baltic-style architecture, Lake Çıldır and Sarıkamış with a guide. --- ![Kars Corporate Trip](https://cdn.kurumsalgeziler.com/storage/tours/detail/128-detail-20260409002854.webp) [Get Quote](javascript:void(0);) Kars Corporate Trip ** Kars, Türkiye ** **Starting Point:** All provinces Share ** - [WhatsApp]() - [Telegram]() - [Facebook]() - [X]() - [LinkedIn]() - [E-Posta](mailto:?subject=Kars+Corporate+Trip+-+Kurumsal+Geziler&body=Kars+Corporate+Trip+-+Kurumsal+Geziler+https%3A%2F%2Fkurumsalgeziler.com%2Fen%2Ftour-booking%2Fkars-and-ani-ruins-corporate-heritage-expedition.md) ## Overview The Kars corporate trip is a 2-day, 1-night programme that tours the Ani archaeological site, the historic buildings of the city centre, Lake Çıldır and Sarıkamış with a guide in Kars, in north-eastern Türkiye. Teams arriving by air are met at Kars Harakani Airport, and those arriving by road in the city centre. It is designed for teams of 8-35 who want to experience the traces of different civilisations together with the region's harsh climate. ### What is in the programme? Day one starts with a Kars breakfast of kaşar and gruyère cheese, honey and clotted cream. The group then travels to the Ani archaeological site on the edge of the Arpaçay valley; in the city, added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2016, the group tours the Cathedral, the Ebul Manuçehr Mosque, the Church of Tigran Honents, the walls and the Lion Gate. Back in the city centre, lunch features regional flavours such as goose and keledoş soup. In the afternoon the group takes in the view of the city from Kars Castle, then walks through a city centre full of the Kümbet Mosque – converted from the 10th-century Church of the Holy Apostles – the 16th-century Stone Bridge and Baltic-style buildings built during the Russian administration of 1878-1918. On day two the group heads to Lake Çıldır on the Ardahan border; in winter there are horse-drawn sleigh rides on the frozen lake, in summer walks and birdwatching. On the way back there is an optional stop at Sarıkamış, known for its Scots pine forests and ski resort. ### Highlights - A guided walk at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ani - The Kümbet Mosque, the Stone Bridge and the Baltic-style urban fabric - Horse-drawn sleigh rides or birdwatching at Lake Çıldır, depending on the season - Regional cuisine with Kars kaşar cheese, goose and a Kars breakfast ### Who Is It For? It suits department and project teams of 8-35 looking for an off-the-beaten-track route and wanting to combine a winter experience with a cultural trip. The effort level is moderate; there is a long walk across an open, windy site at Ani. ### Planning Notes - January-February is recommended for sleigh rides, and June-September for green landscapes and comfortable walking; temperatures drop very low in the winter months. - Food and drink, site and museum entries, sleigh ride and cable car fees are not included in the package. - Shade and resting areas are limited at Ani; a hat in summer and layered clothing in winter are essential. - Flights and connections to the airport from surrounding provinces are additional services. ** ### Additional Services ** Professional guiding ** Corporate event planning ** Tour coordination support ** A tour programme exclusive to the group ** Vehicle transport within Kars and on excursions in the surrounding area ** Kars Harakani Airport - city centre - airport transfers (for groups arriving by air) ** 1 night of accommodation (in the overnight package) ## Corporate Fit - Suitable Team Size Department and project teams of 8-35 - Segment Standard - Extra Features Local economy, Low carbon, Low waste, Accessible Corporate Program Summary A 2-day, 1-night corporate cultural trip for teams of 8-35 that tours the Ani archaeological site, Kars Castle, Russian-era buildings, Lake Çıldır and Sarıkamış in Kars with a guide. ## Included Services / Excluded Services - Professional guiding - Corporate event planning - Tour coordination support - A tour programme exclusive to the group - Vehicle transport within Kars and on excursions in the surrounding area - Kars Harakani Airport - city centre - airport transfers (for groups arriving by air) - 1 night of accommodation (in the overnight package) - Flights (can be added as an optional extra service) - Food and drink (breakfast, lunch, dinner) - Museum and archaeological site entry fees (the Ani Ruins, Kars Museum, the castle and so on) - Horse-drawn sleigh fee at Lake Çıldır (in winter) - Sarıkamış cable car fee - Personal shopping - Connections to the airport from surrounding provinces (additional service) ## Tour Gallery ![Kars Corporate Trip](https://cdn.kurumsalgeziler.com/storage/tours/detail/128-detail-20260409002854.webp) ** ** ## Tour & Event Plan 06:00-07:30: Before flights departing from Istanbul / Ankara / İzmir Airport connection before flights departing from Istanbul / Ankara / İzmir (optional, for those coming from surrounding provinces) 09:30-10:00: Arrival at Kars Harakani Airport Arrival at Kars Harakani Airport, meeting with the guide and transfer to Kars city centre (groups arriving by air) / assembly at the meeting point in Kars city centre (groups arriving by road) 10:15: Traditional Kars breakfast (Kars kaşar cheese, gruyère, honey, clotted cream Traditional Kars breakfast (Kars kaşar cheese, gruyère, honey, clotted cream, butter, village bread, tea) 11:30: Departure for the Ani Ruins (the city of 1001 churches - UNESCO World Heritage) 12:00: Tour of the Ani Ruins Tour of the Ani Ruins - the Cathedral, the Ebul Manuçehr Mosque, the Seljuk Palace, the Church of Tigran Honents, the Maiden's Church, the walls of Ani and the Lion Gate 14:30: Return to Kars city centre and lunch Return to Kars city centre and lunch - dishes from Kars cuisine: Kars goose tirit, keledoş soup, pilaf 16:00: Visit to Kars Castle (the Inner Citadel) - panoramic city views and history 17:00: Walking tour of Russian-era architecture Walking tour of Russian-era architecture: the Kümbet Mosque (the 10th-century Church of the Holy Apostles), the Fethiye Mosque (a former Russian church), the Beylerbeyi Palace, the Stone Bridge and Kars Museum (if time allows) 18:30: Hotel check-in and rest (for the overnight programme) 19:30: Dinner - Kars goose, Kars şiş, meat dishes, Kars kadayıf 21:00: Free time - a short walk in the city centre 08:30 (Day 2): Breakfast at the hotel 09:30: Departure for Lake Çıldır (on the Ardahan border - depending on the season Departure for Lake Çıldır (on the Ardahan border - depending on the season, horse-drawn sleigh rides in winter, nature walks and birdwatching in summer) 11:30: Activity at Lake Çıldır (in winter, a horse-drawn sleigh ride on the frozen lake Activity at Lake Çıldır (in winter, a horse-drawn sleigh ride on the frozen lake; in summer, photography and walking) 13:00: Regional lunch (at Çıldır, or in central Kars on the way back) 14:30: Departure for Sarıkamış (optional - ski resort, the Allahuekber Mountains Departure for Sarıkamış (optional - ski resort, the Allahuekber Mountains, the Sarıkamış Martyrs' Memorial) 16:00: A short nature walk or cable car ride in Sarıkamış (depending on the season) 18:00: Return to Kars, dinner (optional) 20:00: Airport transfer (groups arriving by air) or end of tour (groups arriving by road) 22:30-23:00: Arrival in Istanbul / Ankara / İzmir Arrival in Istanbul / Ankara / İzmir and connection from the airport to surrounding provinces (optional) ## FAQ How many days are recommended for a Kars tour? As Kars is a remote destination and the programme covers many sites such as the Ani Ruins, Kars Castle, Lake Çıldır and Sarıkamış, a 2-day programme with at least one overnight stay is recommended. Doing it as a day trip can be very tiring. How can I join the tour from outside Istanbul, Ankara and İzmir? We offer airport connection services from the provinces around Istanbul, Ankara and İzmir. From provinces around Kars (such as Erzurum, Ardahan, Artvin, Ağrı and Iğdır), you can join the tour directly by road in Kars city centre. Are flights included in the price? Flights are not included in the standard package, but ticketing can be arranged as an additional service. On request, a turnkey package covering all transport can be offered. Which airport is used for Kars? Kars Harakani Airport (KSY) is used. There are direct flights from Istanbul and Ankara. From İzmir, flights usually involve a connection. What is the entry fee for the Ani Ruins? The Museum Card is valid at the Ani Ruins. Without a Museum Card, an entry fee is payable. A group discount or guided entry can be arranged. Which season is best for visiting Kars? In the summer months (June-September) Kars is cool and green with its upland climate, ideal for touring the Ani Ruins. In the winter months (December-March), horse-drawn sleigh rides on Lake Çıldır and skiing at Sarıkamış are possible. The season should be chosen according to the experience you want. Is the tour exclusive to corporate groups? Yes, the tour is planned entirely as a private programme for companies. Can the tour be customised? Yes, the tour programme can be arranged flexibly around the company's needs. History-focused, nature-focused, food-focused or mixed programmes are possible. Is it suitable for international participants? Yes, guiding is offered in several languages. As the Ani Ruins are of great significance to world history, they attract strong interest from international guests. English, German and Russian-speaking guides are available. What size of company is the Kars Tour suited to? The Kars Tour is geared particularly towards department and project teams of 8-35. The sequence of the programme can be tailored to headcount, team structure and the intended motivation outcome. Is the Kars Tour in the economy, standard or premium category? The Kars Tour is positioned in the standard segment. Its price is set according to the number of participants, date, transport, meals, guiding and any additional activities. Does the Kars Tour include sustainability or ecological features? This programme's additional features include contribution to the local economy, ecological, carbon-free, low carbon, low waste and an accessible programme. Low-carbon transport, low-waste operations and local sourcing options can be added as the group requires. How do we request a quote for the Kars Tour? Share the number of participants, your date range, destination, budget segment and special requirements in the tour request form. We will prepare alternative programme and pricing options for your corporate team. 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