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Certainly! Here’s a comprehensive overview of a trip covering Istanbul, Bursa, Uludağ, Ephesus, and Pamukkale. This itinerary provides a blend of historical sites, natural wonders, and cultural experiences.
Highlights
- Hagia Sophia: A magnificent structure that has served as a church, mosque, and museum. Topkapi Palace: The opulent residence of Ottoman sultans, now a museum showcasing imperial collections. Blue Mosque: Known for its striking blue tiles and grand architecture. Grand Bazaar: One of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. Bosphorus Cruise: Offers stunning views of Istanbul’s skyline and the Bosphorus Strait.
- Historical Significance: Bursa was the first major capital of the Ottoman Empire and is known for its historical and cultural heritage. Major Attractions: Ulu Cami (Grand Mosque): A significant Ottoman mosque known for its architectural grandeur. Koza Han: A historical silk market with traditional shops.
- Skiing and Snowboarding: Uludağ is a popular destination for winter sports. Hiking and Nature: In summer, enjoy hiking trails and picnicking in the scenic surroundings. Views: Offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
- Historical Significance: An ancient city that was once a major trading hub in the Roman Empire, now renowned for its well-preserved ruins. Major Attractions: Library of Celsus: An impressive Roman library facade. Great Theatre: One of the largest ancient theatres, capable of seating 25,000 spectators. Temple of Artemis: The ruins of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. House of the Virgin Mary: Believed to be the last residence of Mary, mother of Jesus
- Natural Wonder: Famous for its unique travertine terraces formed by mineral-rich thermal waters. Major Attractions: Travertine Terraces: White mineral deposits that have formed natural pools and terraces. Hierapolis: An ancient city with ruins, including a well-preserved theatre and the ancient pool (Cleopatra’s Pool). Thermal Pools: Relax in the warm, mineral-rich waters.
Itinerary
(Dinner included)
Upon our arrival at Istanbul International Airport, your guide will meet,
assist and transfer you to the hotel. Istanbul’s original name is Byzantium
then Constantinople. It is a most fascinating city, which actually crosses two
continents Europe and Asia. It is a city of amalgamation of bazaars, minarets,
mosques, churches, palaces, and restaurants catering to every one’s taste,
museums, customs and twelve million people. Overnight in Istanbul.
(Breakfast lunch and
dinner included)
We depart at 08:30 for the Istanbul city tour. TOPKAPI PALACE The great palace of the
Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries housing an exquisite
collection of crystal, 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. SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL
MOSQUE Across from St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect
Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior
decoration of blue Iznik tiles. HIPPODROME Ancient Hippodrome, the scene of
chariot races, with the three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze
Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine. Lunch break and then we head
to the SPICE BAZAAR (Egyptian Bazaar) the air here is filled with the enticing
aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable
herb and spice. The rest of the evening is yours to enjoy Istanbul in Istanbul.
Overnight in Istanbul
Please Note: Hagia Sofia is closed on Mondey, Topkapi Palace closed on
Tuesdays, Grand Bazaar closed on Sundays. If your tour is on one of these days
we would offer you to visit Underground Cistern instead of Hagia Sophia and
Topkapi palace museum, instead of Grand Bazaar you will visit Spice Bazaar.
Grand
Spice Bazaar is a unique atmosphere with reasonable prices for your shopping on
many Exotic Spices and Herbs, Turkish Baklava, Turkish Delights, Turkish
Coffee, nuts and fruits, small souvenirs such as Ceramic Handicrafts, Evil Eyes
totems, all naturel olive oil, soaps and many other goods in Souvenir Shops and
stores.
If you
would like to visit with entrance below sites;
Topkapi Palace Museum Entrance Fee. You
pay the door price.
The Basilica Cistern Museum Entrance You pay the door price.
Please Note: Please do not forget to carry Scarf with you because
of visiting to Blue Mosque & Haghia Sophia Mosque.
(Breakfast lunch and
dinner included)
After breakfast at 07:30am we depart from the hotel and drive to Bursa for a
daily guided tour in Bursa. Today we will visit Bursa with all famous and
Islamic heritage places. We will visit to Ulucamii (Great Mosque), Cumalikizik
Village, Green Mosque, Green Tomb, and we will enjoy the local tastes such as
Turkish delights, desserts, nuts and other snacks as well as souvenirs of
Bursa, in a unique Bursa bazaar inherited directly from Ottoman Empire.
Overnight in Uludag.
(Breakfast and Dinner included)
A perfect day to get a full days skiing, take in
the views from the mountain top, explore the city, shopping in the local
markets or just relax in a Turkish bath. Overnight in Uludag
(Breakfast and Dinner included)
A perfect day to get a full days skiing, take in
the views from the mountain top, explore the city, shopping in the local
markets or just relax in a Turkish bath. Overnight in Uludag
(Breakfast lunch and
dinner included)
After
our breakfast, at 08:0 am we will depart for Ephesus, one of the most beautiful
ancient cities in the World. On our way we will have an opportunity to visit
the local carpet & rugs atelier that are mostly hand made by the local
villagers nearby. We will have the first-hand information about how these
unique products are made and will have the chance to shop for our own
Turkish Magic Carpet. After shopping we continue towards one of the
best-preserved ruins in the World; Ephesus. Once the commercial
center of the ancient world, Ephesus is a must-visit destination in Turkiye.
The city was dedicated to the goddess Artemis, whose temple was once considered
one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World. On our tour, we'll see the
striking city remains, which also include a theater, gym, agora, baths, and the
renowned Library of Celsus.Lunch break and after
our superb lunch and short break, we will visit the bazaar of organically made
local olive oil, perfume, aromatic soaps, hand & face moisturizers,
desserts, nuts and dried fruits. All these products are made out of the flowers
and herbs of the flora of the Aegean Region. After the tour transfer to your
hotel in Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi.
(Breakfast,
Lunch and Dinner included)
We depart for Pamukkale at 08:00 am. Upon
arrival to Pamukkale we have a lunch break until 13:30 pm. Afterwards we shall
visit the calcium terraces of Pamukkale (cotton castle) and the ruins of
Hierapolis, then walk around this natural phenomenon and have the option
of lying in the waters of the natural springs. Denizli/Pamukkale means seaside
in Turkish and is located on the Buyuk Menderes River. It is a growing
industrial town, known for its textile industry and outlet shopping. You will
visit one of the famous textile factories of Pamukkale. Dinner and Overnight
in Pamukkale.
OPTIONAL
TANDEM PARAGLIDING: After Pamukkale Trip,
we recommend you the Optional Pamukkale Paragliding tour. Make your Pamukkale
Tour unforgettable by participating to Pamukkale Tandem Paragliding Tour. Enjoy
a flight over the stunning White Mountain in Pamukkale and observe spectacular
views over this unique area's attractions. Tandem Paragliding in Pamukkale is
an ideal alternative experience for those who wish to feel some excited
moments. It can also be the perfect way to explore the attractions from above
and appreciate the beauty of the natural scenery. This tour will end approximately 17.30pm and then you will be back to
your hotel. We will stay in the thermal hotel, which has the most beautiful
natural hot water of Pamukkale, and you can enjoy the hot thermal pool in the
hotel.
OPTIONAL
HOT AIR BALLOON TOUR: As an option, the next day, we will
have the opportunity to take a Hot Air Balloon Flight over Pamukkale's unique
white travertines early in the morning, if you want to experience this perfect
and unique hot air balloon trip, please make your reservation before you go to
Pamukkale. Overnight in Pamukkale.
(Breakfast
and Dinner included)
For our dearest guests who experience the Hot Air Balloon Tour in Pamukkale, we
will depart to the area where balloons take-off at 05:30 in the morning. On the
the Balloon, you will witness the magnificent and unique view of nature by
viewing the morning sunrise over the ancient city of Hierapolis and Cotton
White Travertines which is listed as one of the best 7 wonders of the world and
registered in the UNESCO heritage list. After the Hot Air Balloon Excursion, we
will celebrate our landing with champagne ceremony and return to the hotel for
a delicious breakfast.
After breakfast, at 10:00m we depart
for Antalya. After 2 hour we will have coffee break, After coffee break then continue
to Antalya. Dinner and Overnight in Antalya
(Breakfast,
Lunch and Dinner included)
After breakfast drive
to Antalya Old City ( Kaleiçi ) Marina, Clock Tower, Hadrian's Gate, Broken
Minaret, Hıdırlık Tower: Kaleici is a small historic part of Antalyas
modern city, also known as the Old City of Antalya. In history it was once the
sprawling modern Roman town, then the Byzantine Empire, then Seljuks, and
finally the Ottoman Turkish town. The Hadrian's Gate (or Hadrianus Gate or The
Three Gates is a triumphal arch which was built in the name of the Roman
emperor Hadrian. Antalya's broken wonder is the Broken Minaret of the Korkut
Mosque, which itself was built originally as a Roman temple in the 2nd century
AD, and thus did not have a minaret at all. Hıdırlık Tower is a landmark tower
of tawny stone in Antalya, Turkey, where Kaleiçi meets Karaalioglu Park. It
is believed to be built in Hellenistic era on a square plan and later turned
into circular tower in 2nd century AD and was used as either a
fortification or a lighthouse in the past. We have lunch at the hotel and than
depart for Duden Waterfalls. All the streams of the region aim at finding
their way into the Mediterranean and they pour down the slopes of the Taurus,
sometimes overland sometimes underground and reaching their destination, result
in lovely waterfalls, of which there are more than twenty. After tour come back
to hotel and rest of day is yours. Dinner and Overnight in Antalya.
(Breakfast included)
Today we depart for Antalya airport for our domestic flight to Istanbul and
then back to home. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we would like to
see you in the future in one of our tours again. Have a nice trip back home and
thanks for choosing TravelShopBooking.
Trip includes
Included
3 nights hotel in Istanbul Central Palaces Hotel
3 nights hotels in Uludag Bof Hotels Uludağ Ski & Luxury Resort All Inclusive
1 nights hotels in Kusadasi Odelya Hotel
1 Night hotels in Pamukkale Palm Thermal Hotel
2 Nights hotels in Antalya Best Western Khan Hotel
PS: If This hotel list
not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange smilar other
hotel for your group. If you prefer a Different category hotel, there might be
an additional cost
Professional English - speaking tour guide
Guiding Method
Fully guided
9 Breakfast
4 Lunch
9 dinners
Arrival airport transfer from Istanbul airport
Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking coach
Return airport transfer
Guided Istanbul City tour
Guided Bursa Tour
Guided Pamukkale Tour
Guided Antalya old city tour
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
City Tax
Excluded
Dosmestic Tickets Antalya to Istanbul
International flights
Insurance: All types
Turkey entry visa
Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry
Any others expenses which are not mentioned at the included section
Tipping
Hotel room taxes
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