Amsterdam - Van Cheap flight tickets

From the airport to the city center

Van Ferit Melen Airport opened in 1943. In 2009, in addition to domestic flights, international flights were introduced. The airport is 8 km from the city center. As the airport is not very far from the city center, you can easily reach the city by public buses or minibuses. In Van, public transport is very well connected, so you can use public transport during your trip. If you want to get to your destinations more comfortably, you can opt for a taxi or rent a car. Compare the Amsterdam Van flight tickets offered for your Amsterdam Van (all airports) trip and choose the best offer.

Sights in Van

After you have booked the cheapest Amsterdam Van (all airports) flight ticket, you can look forward to the breathtaking sights listed.

Van Castle

A wonderful view awaits you at Van Castle, which is located in the immediate vicinity of Lake Van. The castle was built in the 9th century BC during the reign of the Urartian Empire, and a large part has been preserved to this day. The oldest script of the Urartian Empire can also be seen here. In the vicinity of the castle you can visit rock tombs, temples, caves and cisterns. If you want to travel back in time, you can discover the remains. Welcome to Van, also known as the city of castles. Amsterdam Van plane tickets are recommended to get to know this mystical place.

Van Lake

Lake Van, also known as the sea among the locals, is the world's largest soda lake and also the largest lake in Turkey. It is claimed that the lake was created by an explosion from Mount Nemrut. The lake is encircled by high mountains covered with snow. There are four islands in the lake. The salt content of the lake is so high that it does not freeze even in the coldest freezing temperatures. The Urartian Empire was founded right on the lake, so you should definitely see the remains from this time that is on the islands. Especially at sunrises and sunsets, the view is breathtaking. There are usually no fish in Lake Van, but mullets have been raised here for some time. If you want to discover the legend about the Van See monster yourself, don't miss out on the cheap Amsterdam Van plane tickets.

Akdamar/Surp Cross Church

Akdamar is the largest island in Lake Van. The Surp Cross Church, which was built in the 900s according to the medieval Armenian architecture, is placed on Akdamar Island. The decorations on the outer wall are unique. The church is known as Akdamar Church. You can reach the island in 20 minutes from the Gevas pier.

Hosap Castle

Since the castle is located between Turkey and Iran, it played an important, strategic role in the past. The castle was built on a rocky area. The entrance door, which has been preserved to this day, has adorable decorations. Be sure to visit the hammam (Turkish bath), mosque, madrasah, cistern and the castle's prison. Don't forget to check out the oldest Ottoman bridge that is in the immediate vicinity. In order to secure the best flight offers to Amsterdam Van, we recommend that you reserve your tickets in advance.

Devil's Bridge

It is still not known when and by whom the bridge was built, but one theory says that the bridge was built by the Ilkhan people. The bridge still has the grandeur of its early days and is a very popular tourist destination.

Halime Hatun Dome

The dome was built 40 km from the city center in 1335. The decorations on the outside wall are delightful.

Ercek lake and bird paradise

Lake Ercek is the second largest lake in Vans after Lake Van. This place is home to half of all bird species that live in Turkey. You can spot many species of birds, such as flamingos, rust geese, grebes and marmosets.

Muradiye waterfall

The waterfall is in the Muradiye district, which is 10 km from the city center, and flows into the Bendi Mahi waters. In summer you can take walks in nature, in winter you can admire the beautiful view of the frozen waterfall. You can enjoy a delicious trout in this place.

Adir Island

This island, which is surrounded by Lake Van, is famous for the Adir Church built in 1621 and a popular travel destination.

Van fairy chimneys

The fairy chimneys are located in Yavuzlar village and are known as Vanadokya. They are not as famous as the kapadokya. Book your cheap Amsterdam Van plane ticket to visit this undiscovered natural wonder.

Van Museum

The museum opened in 1972. The excavated historical objects are listed here in chronological order. You can also see carpets, jewels and other ethnographic objects in this museum. History buffs should definitely visit it on your Amsterdam Van flight.

Edremit County

Edremit is 18 km from Van. In summer you can take wonderful walks on the coast and enjoy the beautiful view.

What do you eat in Van?

Van invites you on a culinary Amsterdam Van journey. Breakfast is a must for an energetic start to the day. Breakfast in Van with the herb cheese, murtuga, a special dish made with flour, butter and eggs, and honey is very delicious. You should definitely try Kavut, a specialty made with butter and wheat. The herb cheese is very well known in Van, the cheese is always eaten at breakfast. Usgun Eskilisi is prepared with peeled rhubarb and eggs and is one of the most popular dishes. If you like soups, be sure to try the Ayran Asi soup made with coriander, the Sensenger soup made with lentils and yogurt, and the Kurut soup made with dried yogurt. The kurut soup is prepared for winter in summer and comes from the nomadic era. The mullet that lives in Lake Van is also one of the most delicious fish dishes. If you are a meat lover, don't forget to try this fish. The Kurut meatball is one of the regional specialties. Helise, also a regional specialty, is prepared in a casserole and is very delicious. Meat and dairy products are used very often in the van kitchen. If you want to eat something unique, you should definitely try the quince dish, which is made with quince, lentils and roast meat. Even just to get to know these delicacies, it is worth buying a Amsterdam Van ticket!

Culture and Entertainment in Van

Besides the historical places, the nature of Vans is beautiful. Due to the continental climate, the city is very lively in summer. You can do different activities in Van. In the mountains you can take nature walks and go fishing in Lake Van. If you want to discover a wide variety of bird species, visit the lakes. The famous, hand-made carpets are produced with the colourful threads that are dyed with colours made from various plant roots and are a fine example of the city's culture. As a gift, you can buy the handmade carpets and silver jewellery that you can find in the European market. You can find wonderful jewellery, belts and necklaces made of silver on Cumhuriyet Street. Don't miss the opportunity to visit this place on your Amsterdam Van flight! There are many shopping opportunities in the city, which is famous for its self-made silver jewellery, such as Ataturk Street. Although the nightlife is not very busy, there are various pubs, coffee houses and bars. You can visit the world famous Van cats, which are critically endangered, in the cat house. Many festivals are held in the city in spring, summer and autumn. You can also take part in many events. If you want to discover Van with its impressive beauties, then don't miss the cheapest Amsterdam Van (all airports) flight tickets and the early reservation offers!