We have prepared a special tour exclusively for our valued Travel Lewisia guests. Step away from the ordinary and enjoy a day full of fun and laughter on our tours. Along with the exciting activities of Maşukiye, this unique tour offers visits to the Glass Terrace, Ormanya, and Hobbit Houses, where you’ll learn how to make your photos look professional with the guidance of our expert instructor during breaks. This special tour is an opportunity not to be missed! Additionally, you can experience adrenaline-filled moments with ATV/UTV safari tours and zipline activities. You can enjoy free time by the breathtaking scenery of Gölcük Lake, while the stunning views of the Glass Terrace and the largest natural wildlife park in Europe, Ormanya, add even more value to the tour. Reserve your spot now and don’t miss this unique and special Travel Lewisia experience!

Our arrival time in Istanbul depends on regional traffic and density, and is expected to be between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM.

We begin our tour by picking up our valued Travel Lewisia guests from the designated departure points at the specified times and setting out to explore Maşukiye, Gölcük, and Ormanya Hobbit Houses, Glass Terrace, and Upside-Down House Program together with our photography expert.

During the tour, a 30-minute basic photography training session will be conducted by our expert photography instructor at a suitable location. Participants can join with or without their own cameras. This tour is ideal for those who are interested in photography but don’t know where to start, hobby photographers, people who want to learn the basics of photography, and anyone who wants to enjoy nature.

Tour Itinerary

Maşukiye:

Our first stop is Maşukiye, where we will go to a restaurant offering a traditional Turkish breakfast (extra cost). During free time in Maşukiye, our guests can enjoy tea or Turkish coffee by the artificial stream and waterfall or take a walk surrounded by the beauty of nature.

Immerse yourself in this visual feast as you stroll through the region’s wooden structures and forested areas, accompanied by the delightful scent of flowers. With guidance and information from our guide, guests can participate in activities such as nature walks in Maşukiye, ATV/UTV safaris (extra cost), or zipline adventures (extra cost). Throughout the program, you’ll enjoy scenic journeys through lush greenery, beech forests, and paths surrounded by diverse plant species. During our ATV/UTV tours, we will explore authentic trails near creeks and forests in the region, experiencing the true capabilities of the ATV vehicles, all while admiring the picturesque views of Samanlı Mountain. Midway through the ATV tour, we’ll take a short break at a resting point offering views of Sapanca Lake, where you can enjoy tea or coffee and take stunning photos.

Glass Terrace:

Following our visit to Maşukiye, we’ll meet at the bus at the designated time and head to Ayrı Gezegen Glass Terrace (entry fee extra). This is the first and only glass terrace in the Marmara Region. While watching Sapanca Lake from the terrace, you’ll also enjoy the unique mountain views beneath your feet. The terrace spans an area of approximately 460 m², with 100 m² of glass flooring at a height of 185 meters.

Gölcük Lake:

After our time at the Glass Terrace, we’ll proceed to a restaurant near Gölcük Lake for lunch (included). Following lunch, we’ll push the limits of fun with traditional Turkish music, including the tulum and kemençe.

Ormanya Wildlife Park:

Our final stop is Ormanya Wildlife Park, where animals live in their natural habitats and thrive. This park features three different walking paths, bike trails, caravan and camping areas, a Nature School, and Wildlife Rescue Centers, divided into six main sections.

Here, guests can explore the beauty of the area on short or long walking paths or visit the free zoo, home to 53 species and 467 animals. The zoo also has a café where you can relax and enjoy tea or coffee. You’ll have the chance to observe various species, such as roe deer, fallow deer, and gazelles, in their natural habitats along the walking trails.

After enjoying our free time here, we’ll gather on the bus and begin our return journey to Istanbul.

Accommodation:

Daily tours do not include accommodation.

Breakfast:

Traditional Turkish breakfast is not included (extra cost).

Lunch:

Lunch will include a grilled sausage sandwich (sucuk ekmek) and a soft drink by Gölcük Lake (included).

Included Services:

• Round-trip transportation
• Guidance service
• National park entry fees
• On-board water service
• Travel insurance
• Lunch (grilled sausage sandwich and one soft drink)
• Basic Photography Workshop

Excluded Services:

• Personal expenses
• Traditional Turkish breakfast
• ATV/UTV safari tours
• Zipline activities
• Climbing wall
• Free fall
• Giant swing
• Trampoline
• Upside-Down House entry fees
• Glass Terrace entry fees

Departure Points and Times:

• 06:30: İncirli Metrobus Station, in front of Dilek Patisserie
• 06:45: Mecidiyeköy Square, IETT Bus Stops
• 07:00: Kadıköy Marriage Office Parking Lot
• 07:10: Bostancı Bridge (Ankara direction)
• 07:20: Kartal Bridge (Ankara direction)
• 07:30: Pendik Bridge (Ankara direction)
• 07:40: Çayırova McDonald’s, in front
• 07:50: Gebze Center, in front