Mount Ararat & Eastern Turkey, Turkey
What to see at Mount Ararat & Eastern Turkey and how to fit it into a Turkey trip.
Quick answer
Turkey's highest peak (5,137m) and supposed resting place of Noah's Ark, rising from the eastern plains near the Iranian border.
Best season for Turkey: April – June or September – November. Recommended trip length: 10–12 Days.
About Mount Ararat & Eastern Turkey
Turkey's highest peak (5,137m) and supposed resting place of Noah's Ark, rising from the eastern plains near the Iranian border. The dramatic landscape of eastern Turkey — from the travertine of Pamukkale to the Kurdish highlands — is almost entirely unexplored by tourists.
Mount Ararat & Eastern Turkey is one of 15 places we cover in Turkey, and falls on day 4 of our 5-day Turkey plan. A 5-day Turkey trip from Mumbai costs about ₹62,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Turkey
- Cappadocia: Balloons, Caves & Valleys
- Istanbul: Sultanahmet & Beyoglu
- Pamukkale & Hierapolis
- Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride
- Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque, Istanbul
- Grand Bazaar, Istanbul
- Pamukkale Cotton Castle
- Ephesus Ancient City
Questions about Mount Ararat & Eastern Turkey
What is Mount Ararat & Eastern Turkey?
Turkey's highest peak (5,137m) and supposed resting place of Noah's Ark, rising from the eastern plains near the Iranian border. The dramatic landscape of eastern Turkey — from the travertine of Pamukkale to the Kurdish highlands — is almost entirely unexplored by tourists.
When is the best time to visit Mount Ararat & Eastern Turkey?
Turkey's best season is April – June or September – November, which is the best window for Mount Ararat & Eastern Turkey too.
How many days do I need in Turkey to include Mount Ararat & Eastern Turkey?
Trripah recommends 10–12 Days for Turkey. Mount Ararat & Eastern Turkey fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Mount Ararat & Eastern Turkey in a Turkey package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Mount Ararat & Eastern Turkey to a Turkey plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.