Tour in TürkiyeDay trip

Yedigöller Tour

Seven lakes formed by landslides, beech and oak forests: one of Türkiye's most colourful nature routes, especially in autumn.

Duration
About 14 hours
Tour type
Tour in Türkiye · Day trip
Departure
Istanbul
Catalogue
Page 27

The price is prepared according to your dates, group size and preferences.

A heart-shaped lake surrounded by forest in autumn

About the tour

Yedigöller National Park is about 42 kilometres from Bolu. Sazlıgöl, İncegöl, Nazlıgöl, Küçükgöl, Deringöl, Büyükgöl and Seringöl were formed by landslides.

The park is surrounded by forests of beech, oak, hornbeam, alder, ash, elm and lime, along with black pine, Scots pine and fir. In autumn, the deciduous trees paint the park in shades of yellow and red.

After breakfast in Maşukiye, you take a forest walk of about two hours in the park. A sucuk barbecue is served for lunch.

Send us your dates and group size for Yedigöller and we will tailor the programme to your group.

Tour programme

Times follow the programme in the catalogue; there may be small changes depending on traffic, weather and the group's pace.

Programme for the day

  1. Departure

  2. Lavish village breakfast or open buffet in Maşukiye

  3. Yedigöller National Park; a walk of about 2 hours through the forest, with breaks

  4. About 2 hours of free time while lunch is prepared

  5. Lunch: sucuk barbecue served

  6. Departure for the return journey

  7. Arrival

Places to see

  • Yedigöller National Park

    A forested area about 42 km north of Bolu, declared a national park in 1965. It is known for its seven lakes formed behind landslide dams (Büyükgöl, Deringöl, Seringöl, Nazlıgöl, Sazlıgöl, İncegöl, Küçükgöl) and its forests of species such as beech, oak, hornbeam and fir. There is a trout farm in the park.

  • Büyükgöl

    The lake with the largest surface area in the national park; its depth reaches about 15 metres.

  • Deringöl

    As its name ("deep lake") suggests, it is one of the park's deep lakes.

  • Nazlıgöl

    As it is fed by a small waterfall, it is also called the 'waterfall lake'.

  • Seringöl

    One of the park's seven lakes; the dense vegetation around it adds to the scenery.

  • Maşukiye

    A settlement in the Kartepe district of Kocaeli, on the slopes of Kartepe near Lake Sapanca. It is known for the small waterfalls formed by the Yayla Stream, its wooded walking areas and its trout restaurants.

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What's covered and notes

Included in the programme

  • The programme includes breakfast in Maşukiye
  • The programme includes a sucuk barbecue for lunch

Good to know

  • The price is prepared according to your dates, group size and preferences, and is sent to you in writing together with the included services.

Who is it for?

  • Nature loversOutdoor walking, lake and forest views.
  • Corporate groupsSuitable for team trips, incentive programmes and company events.
  • School and student groupsA pace suited to the age group, planned together with the teacher and group leader.

Practical information

Best time to go

The park's forests show a striking change of colour in spring and especially in autumn, which is why October and November are the most popular time to go. Winters in the area are cold and snowy.

What to bring and know

  • You walk along forest paths between the lakes; wear comfortable, non-slip shoes.
  • It can be cool and damp in the forest; dress in layers and bring a raincoat.
  • Respect nature in the park; take your rubbish home with you.

Yedigöller as a school trip

A real field trip for biology and geography lessons on forest species and lakes formed by landslide dams.

Frequently asked questions

Which season is best to go?

The park can be visited in any season; autumn is the most colourful time because of the deciduous trees. In winter, road and snow conditions may affect the programme.

How long is the walk?

The catalogue programme includes a forest walk of about two hours, with breaks.

When is the best time for Yedigöller?

The park's forests show a striking change of colour in spring and especially in autumn, which is why October and November are the most popular time to go. Winters in the area are cold and snowy.

What is included in the price?

What is covered for transport, guiding, admission fees and meals is stated in writing in the quote, according to your dates, group size and preferences. Services marked as extras in the catalogue are charged separately.

Can you pick us up from our school or organisation?

The departure point is planned according to the group's location. Whether pick-up from your school, workplace or another point you choose is possible is confirmed at the quote stage.

How can I get a quote for the Yedigöller tour?

You can fill in the form on this page, message us on WhatsApp or call 0212 232 09 80. Sharing your dates, group size and, if applicable, your school or organisation details will speed up the quote.

Sources for the information on this page (3)
  1. en.wikipedia.org
  2. kureansiklopedi.com
  3. indigodergisi.com

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Request a quote for Yedigöller

Tell us your dates, group size and, if applicable, your school or organisation details, and we will prepare the programme and price for your group and get back to you.

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