4 Days Amasya Tour from Istanbul | City of Princes

Amasya is a great escape from Istanbul, especially if you like history, riverside views, and a quieter atmosphere.

Mount Harsena and the Rock Tombs of the Pontic Kings are included in the UNESCO Tentative List since 2015. These monumental rock-cut tombs of the kings of the ancient Kingdom of Pontus overlook the Yesillirmak River and are among the most iconic landmarks in Amasya. 

Day 1

Tour starts with a pick up from your hotel in Istanbul and transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Amasya Merzifon Airport. The duration of the flight is 1 hour and 30 minutes. Upon arrival to Amasya our representatives will drive you to Central Amasya. Tour of the day includes walk along the Yesilirmak River, will see the amazing Amasya Houses and visit the Hazeranlar Mansion. Dinner at a riverside restaurant with local dishes and overnight stay at a boutique hotel near the Yesilirmak River.

Day 2

After breakfast, guided tour at the King Rock Tombs, explore the Amasya Archaeology Museum and climb up to the Amasya Castle for sunset. Overnight stay at a boutique hotel near the Yesilirmak Riverfront.

Day 3

Pick up from your hotel after breakfast for a daily tour to Merzifon and Hamamozu Thermal Springs.

The driving time is approximately 45 minutes (40 km). Time to explore Merzifon's historic center, including Ottoman-era streets, local markets, and landmarks such as the Çelebi Sultan Mehmet Madrasa.

Then we drive to Hamamozu around 11.30 am. Travel time from Merzifon is around 30 minutes (25 km).

12:00 noon – Relax at Hamamozu Thermal Springs. Spend 1.5–2 hours enjoying the thermal facilities. The mineral-rich waters are known locally for their relaxing properties.

14:00 pm – Lunch to enjoy regional dishes in Hamamozu or a nearby village restaurant.

15:30 pm – Nature walk to explore the countryside around Hamamozu, which offers gentle trails through forests, agricultural landscapes, and traditional villages. Suitable options include short walks around the foothills of the surrounding mountains and village roads near Hamamozu.

At 17:30 pm return to your hotel in Amasya for ovenight stay.

Day 4

After breakfast pick up from your hotel and transfer to the airport for your domestic flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival our representatives will be waiting you for your transfer to your hotel in Istanbul.