Discover Kars on a $100 Budget: A 3-Day Adventure Through History and Culture

#100usdchallenge Kars Travel Plan on a $100 Budget Day 1: Arrival and City Exploration • Arrive in Kars early morning. • Take a local bus or walk to the city center (approx. $1). • Breakfast at a local café: try traditional Turkish breakfast (approx. $5). • Visit Kars Castle — entrance fee around $2. • Walk around the historical streets of Kars, explore local markets and shops. • Lunch at a local restaurant, try Kars’ famous cheese and regional dishes (approx. $8). • Visit the Fethiye Mosque and the Church of the Apostles (free or very low entrance fee). • Dinner at a local eatery (approx. $7). • Overnight stay at a budget guesthouse or hostel (approx. $20). Day 2: Ani Ruins and Surroundings • Breakfast at the guesthouse or local café (approx. $5). • Take a shared taxi or minibus to Ani Ruins (approx. $5-7 round trip). • Entrance fee to Ani Ruins (approx. $3). • Spend the day exploring the ancient city ruins and taking photos. • Pack snacks or have lunch at a small café nearby (approx. $7). • Return to Kars city. • Visit the Kars Museum if time allows (entrance approx. $2). • Dinner at a local place (approx. $7). • Overnight stay at the guesthouse or hostel (approx. $20). Day 3: Local Culture and Departure • Breakfast (approx. $5). • Visit local markets for souvenirs like Kars cheese, honey, or crafts (budget around $10). • Explore local parks or take a short walk in the city center. • Light lunch or snacks before departure (approx. $5). • Depart from Kars.