--- title: Van Breakfast and Akdamar Island Corporate Trip url: https://kurumsalgeziler.com/en/tour-booking/van-citadel-akdamar-island-regional-heritage-tour description: A two-day corporate trip to Van: the famous Van breakfast, Van Citadel, Akdamar Island, Hoşap Castle and Van Museum, for teams of 8-35. --- ![Van Corporate Breakfast and Heritage Trip](https://cdn.kurumsalgeziler.com/storage/tours/detail/ddc04cda-6a35-4780-a9f1-8bb7d1df83bd.webp) [Get Quote](javascript:void(0);) Van Corporate Breakfast and Heritage Trip ** Van, Türkiye ** **Starting Point:** All provinces Share ** - [WhatsApp]() - [Telegram]() - [Facebook]() - [X]() - [LinkedIn]() - [E-Posta](mailto:?subject=Van+Corporate+Breakfast+and+Heritage+Trip+-+Kurumsal+Geziler&body=Van+Corporate+Breakfast+and+Heritage+Trip+-+Kurumsal+Geziler+https%3A%2F%2Fkurumsalgeziler.com%2Fen%2Ftour-booking%2Fvan-citadel-akdamar-island-regional-heritage-tour.md) ## Overview The Van corporate breakfast and heritage programme is a two-day itinerary with one overnight stay that begins at the breakfast table that has made the city famous and goes on to explore Urartian, Armenian and Ottoman-era monuments around Lake Van. A boat crossing on the lake, castles and museums are all visited with a guide. The programme is planned for department and project teams of 8-35 who want to get to know Eastern Anatolia at first hand. ### What is in the programme? The first stop is a traditional Van breakfast laid out with herbed cheese, murtuğa, kavut, cacık and herb pastries. The group then climbs to Van Citadel, which stands above Tushpa, the capital of the Kingdom of Urartu; the guide explains the cuneiform inscriptions, rock-cut tombs and the view over the lake. After a visit introducing the Van cat, lunch features Van köfte and keledoş. In the afternoon the group crosses by boat to Akdamar Island, where the reliefs of Jonah and the whale and of David and Goliath on the outer walls of the 10th-century Church of the Holy Cross are examined. On the way back there is a nature stop at Muradiye Waterfall on the Bendimahi river, and a visit to Hoşap Castle, built in the 17th century and overlooking the Güzelsu valley. On the second day the group visits Van Museum, where Urartian metalwork and tablets are on display, the remains of the Old City of Van and the Perili Köşk mansion; after shopping for herbed cheese and honey in the bazaar, the group transfers to the airport. ### Highlights - Experiencing Van's distinctive breakfast [culture](https://kurumsalgeziler.com/en/tour-categories/culture-and-city-programmes) where it originated - Akdamar Island by boat and the stone reliefs of the Church of the Holy Cross - A continuous view of Urartian civilisation through Van Citadel and Van Museum - A lakeside route taking in Muradiye Waterfall and Hoşap Castle ### Who Is It For? Suitable for department and project teams of 8-35, and for organisations that want to get to know Eastern Anatolia closely or plan a reward or team trip combining food and nature with culture. The physical effort is moderate; the climb to Van Citadel involves steps and slopes, and boarding and leaving the boat requires care. ### Planning Notes - Van is a high-altitude city; the best period is May to October, as winters are harsh and snowy. - Boat crossings to Akdamar depend on the weather and lake conditions; on windy days the order of visits may be changed. - Flights, meals, the boat fare and entry to archaeological sites and museums are not included in the package. - The volume of water at the waterfall varies with the season; late spring is preferable for a full flow. ** ### Additional Services ** Professional guiding ** Corporate event planning ** Tour coordination support ** A tour programme exclusive to the group ** Transport by vehicle within Van and on excursions in the area ** Van Ferit Melen Airport - city centre - airport transfers (for groups travelling by air) ** 1 night of accommodation (in the overnight package) ## Corporate Fit - Suitable Team Size Department and project teams of 8-35 - Segment Economy - Extra Features Local economy, Low carbon, Low waste, Accessible Corporate Program Summary The Van corporate breakfast and heritage trip is a two-day programme with one overnight stay covering a Van breakfast, Van Citadel, Akdamar Island, Hoşap Castle and Van Museum, for teams of 8-35. ## Included Services / Excluded Services - Professional guiding - Corporate event planning - Tour coordination support - A tour programme exclusive to the group - Transport by vehicle within Van and on excursions in the area - Van Ferit Melen Airport - city centre - airport transfers (for groups travelling by air) - 1 night of accommodation (in the overnight package) - Flights (can be added as an optional additional service) - Food and drink (Van breakfast, lunches, dinners) - Museum and archaeological site entry fees (Van Citadel, Akdamar, Van Museum, Hoşap Castle, etc.) - The Akdamar Island boat fare - Van Cat House entry fee (if applicable) - Personal shopping - Transfers from the surrounding provinces to the airport (an additional service) ## Tour Gallery ![Van Corporate Breakfast and Heritage Trip](https://cdn.kurumsalgeziler.com/storage/tours/detail/ddc04cda-6a35-4780-a9f1-8bb7d1df83bd.webp) ** ** ## Tour & Event Plan 06:00-07:30: Before the flight from Istanbul / Ankara / İzmir Airport transfer before the flight from Istanbul / Ankara / İzmir (optional, for those coming from the surrounding provinces) 09:30-10:00: Arrival at Van Ferit Melen Airport Arrival at Van Ferit Melen Airport, meeting the guide and transfer to Van city centre (groups travelling by air) / gathering at the meeting point in Van city centre (groups travelling by coach) 10:00: The famous Van breakfast The famous Van breakfast: dozens of cheeses (herbed cheese, shepherd's cheese, black cheese, blue cheese, fresh cheese), kavut, murtuğa, sengeser, herb pastries, honey, clotted cream, butter, fresh bread, Van herbal tea, village eggs and walnut sucuk 11:30: A visit to Van Citadel (Tushpa) A visit to Van Citadel (Tushpa): the capital of the Kingdom of Urartu, rock-cut tombs, inscriptions and views over Lake Van 12:30: A visit to the Van Cat House or the Van Cat Research Centre A visit to the Van Cat House or the Van Cat Research Centre: information on the Van cat's blue and amber eyes, its swimming ability and its characteristic features 13:30: Lunch: dishes from Van cuisine Lunch: dishes from Van cuisine, including Van köfte, keledoş, ayran aşı soup and ot kavurma 15:00: Boat trip to Akdamar Island Boat trip to Akdamar Island: a crossing on the deep blue waters of Lake Van and a visit to the Church of the Holy Cross (stone reliefs depicting Jonah and the whale, David and Goliath, and Adam in paradise) 17:00: A visit to Muradiye Waterfall A visit to Muradiye Waterfall: a nature and photo stop (plenty of water when the season allows) 18:00: A visit to Hoşap Castle (Güzelsu village) A visit to Hoşap Castle (Güzelsu village): an impressive castle dating from the Urartian period and restored in the Ottoman era 19:00: Hotel check-in and rest (for the overnight programme) 19:30: Dinner Dinner: pearl mullet from Lake Van (in season), lamb tandır, Van baklava and helva 21:00: Free time: a short walk in the city centre and the historic bazaar 08:30 (day 2): A Van-style breakfast at the hotel (a second breakfast experience, or a light one) 09:30: A visit to Van Museum A visit to Van Museum: Urartian gold, silver and bronze artefacts, belts, helmets and cuneiform tablets 10:30: A visit to the Old City of Van (old Van houses, mosques, walls) and Perili Köşk 11:30: Shopping in the bazaar Shopping in the bazaar: Van herbed cheese, Van honey, copperwork, hand-woven carpets and künefe 12:30: Lunch: after the Van breakfast, a light Lunch: a light lunch after the Van breakfast, or straight on to the airport 13:30: Airport transfer (groups travelling by air) or end of the tour in the city centre Airport transfer (groups travelling by air) or end of the tour in the city centre (groups travelling by coach) 16:00-17:00: Arrival in Istanbul / Ankara / İzmir Arrival in Istanbul / Ankara / İzmir and transfer from the airport to the surrounding provinces (optional) ## FAQ How many days are recommended for a Van tour? Because of everything Van has to offer (the Van breakfast, Van Citadel, Akdamar, Van Museum, Muradiye Waterfall, Hoşap Castle, the bazaar) and the long distance, a two-day programme with at least one overnight stay is recommended. A day trip can be very tiring. Where is the Van breakfast served? A breakfast spread of regional products is served at one of Van's well-known breakfast houses (for example Muradiye Kahvaltı Salonu, Tamara, Cedus or Hacıbaba). A venue with a view of the lake is preferred where possible. How do we get to Akdamar Island? The island is reached by boat from the district of Gevaş. The crossing takes about 15-20 minutes. There are frequent sailings in summer; in winter, sailings depend on the weather. This is checked before the tour. Can you swim in Lake Van? Lake Van is a soda and salt lake, so swimming there is different. The water feels soft and is very buoyant. However, most tour programmes focus on the boat trip and the scenery rather than swimming. Which airport is used for Van? Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) is used. There are direct flights from Istanbul, Ankara and İzmir. Which season is best for visiting Van? Spring (May-June) and autumn (September-October) are the ideal periods. Summers are hot, and winters are very cold and snowy. The Van breakfast is available all year round. For the pearl mullet migration, March to May is a good choice. Is the tour exclusive to corporate groups? Yes, the tour is planned exclusively for companies. Can the tour be customised? Yes, the tour programme can be adjusted flexibly to the company's needs. Programmes can focus on the Van breakfast, on Urartian history or on nature, or combine all three. Is it suitable for international participants? Yes, guiding is available in several languages. The Van breakfast, Urartian history and the Akdamar church are of great interest to international guests. English, German and Russian-speaking guides are available. What size of company is the Van Breakfast and Tour suitable for? The Van Breakfast and Tour is aimed particularly at department and project teams of 8-35. The programme flow can be customised around the size of the group, how the department is organised and the motivation outcome you want. Is the Van Breakfast and Tour in the economy, standard or premium category? This tour is placed in the economy segment. Its price is determined by headcount, date, transport, meals, guiding and any additional activities requested. Does the Van Breakfast and Tour include sustainability or ecological features? The additional features highlighted for this programme are: 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 can be added on request. How do I get a quotation for the Van Breakfast and Tour? Fill in the tour request form with your headcount, date range, destination, budget segment and any special requirements, and a quotation with alternative pricing and programme options will be prepared for your corporate team. 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