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Van Castle, or Tushpa, is a long rock outcrop beside Lake Van with Urartian inscriptions, rock-cut tombs and Ottoman fortifications. Stairs lead to the top, where the view over the lake and old city site is particularly good at sunset. The inscription of King Argishti, carved in cuneiform, can be seen on the rock. The ruined old Van city lies at the foot, with a mosque and tombs.
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Visa rules for Van Castle are shown in the Essential Travel Information panel above and can change at short notice. Our team checks the current requirement for your dates and tells you exactly which documents you need before you book.
See the Best Time To Visit guide above for the ideal months. We also factor in weather, local festivals and seasonal prices when we suggest dates for your Van Castle holiday.
Yes. Every Van Castle package is 100% customisable – you choose the cities, the number of nights in each, the hotel category and the activities, and we build the itinerary around you.
Packages usually include hotel stays, airport transfers, sightseeing and daily breakfast. International flights, visa assistance, travel insurance and private transfers can be added on request.
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