What it is
The tourist train is marketed separately from the regular Doğu Ekspresi. It is designed around a longer scenic itinerary, with planned stops on the eastern corridor.
SEASONAL TOURIST TRAIN
Turistik Doğu Ekspresi
A separate seasonal Ankara–Kars tourist product with planned sightseeing stops. Its dates, accommodation and fares need their own check.
Check trains & prices ↗Photo: Oyuncubaba · Image creditsWhere it runs
The operator describes Ankara–Kars and Kars–Ankara journeys. The operating season and stopping plan are published separately, so confirm the season before planning.
ON BOARD
Classes and comfort
Check the exact train and fare before relying on any accommodation or service.
The operator describes sleeping accommodation for the tourist train.
Coach configuration and room availability depend on the published season.
Check the current operator rules for occupancy, bedding and meals.
What the journey feels like
Treat this as a multi-day tourism journey rather than a quick transfer. Plan for the length of the itinerary and confirm what your room and ticket include.
ROUTE PLANNING
Popular routes
🚆 Eastern ExpressPreview
AnkaraKars
Timing variesDirect train
Fare: check current priceRoute preview
🚆 Eastern ExpressPreview
KarsAnkara
Timing variesDirect train
Fare: check current priceRoute preview
🚆 Eastern ExpressPreview
AnkaraErzurum
Timing variesDirect train
Fare: check current priceRoute preview
🚆 Eastern ExpressPreview
ErzurumAnkara
Timing variesDirect train
Fare: check current priceRoute preview
STATIONS
Before you board
The trip uses Ankara Gar and Kars Gar as endpoints in the operator’s tourist-train information.
Browse station guides →Booking check
Availability and price vary by date. Verify the product name carefully, especially when comparing the regular and tourist Eastern Express.
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