You will be picked up from your hotel at early morning, and drive from Istanbul to Eskihisar port and
take ferry to Topcular. Enjoying the lovely country and seaside. Ferry takes about 45 minutes than
drive to Bursa, former Ottoman Capital Our first visit is Sogut. We go to Bursa- Sogut which is the first
place that Ottoman was settled in that region. Then we visit to Ertugrul Gazi tomb and his Masjid.
Sogut Hukumet Square, Celebi Mehmet Han mosque , Karakecili Park, Hamidiye Mosque, Kaymakam
(Governor) founding, and, at the end of our tour we visit Turkish Victory Historical Monument. Then
we drive to Bursa. Ulucamii (Great Mosque), Cumalikizik Village, Green Mosque, Green Tomb,
Ozdilek Factory. Overnight in Bursa
After breakfast depart from hotel for tour of Ephesus, one of the best preserved ancient sites in the
world en-route, visiting the Temple of Artemis, Curetes street, famous Roman baths, Celsius Library,
Grand theatre. After the lunch, we will visit a place which continues to perform one of the oldest
arts of Turkey; a carpet weaving centre. Afterwards, enjoyable drive to Pamukkale. On our way visit
to the one of the famous leather production centers of the region, where we will have a chance to
get a good factory bargins-discounts on leather goods. After shopping break, arrival to Pamukkale.
Visit to the calcium terraces of Pamukkale (cotton castle) and the ruins of Hierapolis, then walk
around this natural phenomenon and optionally relaxing in the waters of the natural springs. After
the tour transfer to hotel. Overnight in Pamukkale.
After early breakfast drive to Konya. Once we reach Konya visit to the imposing green - tiled
Mausoleum of Mevlana, the mystic founder of the Sufi sect (Whirling Dervishes). After the Konya
Mevlana tour our next visit a 13th century Sultanhani Caravanserai, a "hotel" for ancient traders
and travellers. Drive to Capadoccia. Arrival to Cappadocia around 19:30 pm and check-in to hotel. If
you wish to join our optional activity of Ballooning for next day, please contact your guide and
register for it will take place early next morning. Overnight in Cappadocia.
After breakfast, drive to Visit underground city, one of the best preserved and deepest Underground
cities in Cappadocia. Mazı Underground city is 55 meters deep and 8 levels open to visitors, then visit
to Uchisar Castle, the highest point of Cappadocia. After Panoramic visit and view Uchisar, Next stop
is Cavusin, which is an abandoned village with old cave Greek houses. Visit to the pottery work shop,
to see how to make potteries. Moving to where you can see three - headed fairy chimneys. After
visit another workshop to see Cappadocian handwoven carpets and is also called Imagination Valley,
where you can see natural rock formations looking like animals. Last stop is Three Beauties, three
beautiful fairy chimneys with their hats, which is the symbol of Cappadocia. Later the Pottery Factory
in Avanos - a town famous small in pottery and carpets. Embark on an educational tour to learn art of
pottery making and carpet weaving school. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight in Cappadocia.
After breakfast we’ll visit the mausoleum of Haji Bektash Veli, the well-known Sufi poet and Islamic
philosopher from 13th century. Afterwards, we’ll head to Ankara – the capital of the Republic of
Turkey. On our way we will have a break by the famous Salt Lake. Upon arrival to Ankara, we’ll visit
the Atatürk Mausoleum, a magnificent structure built on high grounds to commemorate the founder
of the Turkish Republic, Kemal Ataturk. Afterwards, our journey continues to Bolu. Upon arrival, we’ll
have a panoramic view on one of Turkey’s most beautiful lakes- the lake Golcuk. Overnight in Bolu.
After breakfast we’ll enjoy our drive towards Istanbul. Upon arrival at the Asian side, we will go to
the Camlica Hill from where we will be enjoying the panoramic view of the city. We’re sure that
watching the city with a nice hot cup of Turkish tea will be a memorable experience. Afterwards, we
will visit the grand mosque, built in the city proper - the Eyup Sultan Mosque (1458). Later on, we will
visit the tombs of the Sahabe’s, famously known in Turkey by representing the first generation of
Muslims, who came as far as Istanbul and spread the city. The small Sahabe Cemetery is just outside
Egrikapi Gate and it seems like a standard Muslim cemetery.After the Sahabahs tour moving on
to the Bosphorus Cruise. We’ll have a chance to explore the magical Istanbul through the
Bosphorus boat cruise, with the view of the array of luxury sites. In this traditional excursion,
going through water-border, you will see both İstanbul’s European and Asian side. After the tour,
we will visit Ahi Evran Çelebi Mosque and visit to the famous Egyptian Spice Bazaar to enjoy to
test of Turkish delight and Coffe. Overnight in Istanbul
After Breakfast Transfer to visit Sultanahmet Blue Mosque was built in the 16th century by the
architect Mehmet, with magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. Moving on to the Ancient
Hippodrome : The former center of sportive and political activities of Constantinople. During the visit
you'll be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine column from Delphi, and fountain of
Willhelm II, Visit Hagia Sophia built by Constantine the Great in the 4th century and reconstructed
by Justinian in the 6th century, which is one of the architectural marvels all of times. Local Lunch and
Than Visit Topkapi Palace is the great palace of the Ottoman Sultans from the 15th to the 19th
centuries housing an exquisite collection of cyrstal, silver, and Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the
Sultans and their families, the famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle;
enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed.. Afterwards, transfer to airport. We hope your tour was
a memorable one and we look forward to seeing you again on one of our next tours.
Double / Twen Share Per person 810 usd
Per Single Room 1120 usd
The above quotation includes following listed services:
Meal 9 Hotel Breakfast + 6 Local Lunch
Accommodation : Total -9 nights in Boutique & 4 star twin share accommodation.
On SIC. Basis Transfer - Inbound - istanbul Airport
On SIC. Basis Transfer - Outbound - istanbulAirport
Tours on SIC. Basis
Tips except driver and guide
English Speaking Local Guides
Entrance Fees of the sites as per itinerary
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehichles
THE ABOVE QUOTATION DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Domestic and İnternational Flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price
and you need to arrange these separately by yourself once your tour is guaranteed.
Insurance is not included.
Personal expenses
Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts
Optional Tours
Early check-in and late check-outs;