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This tour includes most of
the famous Islamic heritage to see all around Turkey. By doing this tour, you
will not miss any important place of the Islamic destinations in Turkey. In
addition, you will visit many different historical places to see and you will
explore the cultural side of Turkey. This tour covers Istanbul, Bursa,
Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya and Cappadocia.
Book this tour and enjoy this unforgettable experience!
Attractions
Highlights
- Istanbul Old City,
- Blue Mosque, Suleymaniye Mosque
- Topkapi Palace, Islamic Sacred Relics
- Eyup Sultan Mosque, Sahabe Tombs
- Bursa Grand Mosque
- Battlefields of Gallipoli, Troy
- Ephesus
- Pamukkale
- Antalya Old City
- Cappadocia, Shopping
Itinerary
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.
Please remember that you can spend the night with TSG's optional: whirling dervish ceremony tour.
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast at 08:30, we have Istanbul Islamic and Sahabe Tour. Istanbul is
the center of religion for centuries. After the ottoman period Islamic Religion
separated throughout the city. The first mosque in Istanbul was built in Kadikoy on the Asian side of
the city, which was conquered by the Ottoman Turks in 1353. The first mosque on
the European side of Istanbul was built inside the Rumeli Castle in 1452. The first grand mosque which was built in the city
proper is the Eyup Sultan Mosque
(1458). Next to Eyup Sultan Mosque we will visit the tombs of the Sahabe, which is very famous in Turkey by being the
first generation of Muslims, who had come as far as Istanbul and besieged the
city. The small Sahabe Cemetery just
outside Egrikapi Gate may seem like a standard Muslim cemetery. The Süleymaniye Mosque becomes most
meaningful when understood in its historical and cultural context. It was built
during the latter part of Süleyman’s long and prosperous reign, which stretched
from 1520 to 1566. Overnight in Istanbul.
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast at 07:30 am, 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, Ozdilek Factory.
After Bursa City tour, we depart back for Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.
(Breakfast
included)
Pick up at 08:30 am from your hotel for the daily tour of old Istanbul city.
Visit 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. After the lunch,
Murtis Tour will take you to the Grand
Spice Bazaar which is a unique atmosphere with reasonable prices for your
shopping. Here you will find; 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. After the tour, transfer back to your
hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Please Note:
Topkapi Palace closed on Tuesdays. If your tour is on one of these days we
would offer you to visit Underground Cistern instead of Topkapi palace museum.
Overnight in Istanbul.
(Breakfast and Dinner
included)
07:30 am, we depart for Gallipoli to visit the battle fields. Two hours later
we will give you 20 minutes for relax in a restaurant area. We arrive Gallipoli
around 12:00am and we have lunch break, relax a little bit and then depart for
the battle fields. Visit Gabatepe Museum.
Start visiting the fields with Ariburnu
Cemetery and Anzac Cove because
these are the places where the war had started. Then Beach Cemetery, Shrapnel Valley and Plugges Plateau. After the tour, we drive to your hotel. Overnight
in Canakkale.
(Breakfast and Dinner included)
We depart at 08:30 and driving 30 minutes for to Troy. Visit the famous archeological and mythological site of Troy,
home of the Trojan horse and Helen of Troy. After Troy tour, 3-hour drive to
Pergamon. Lunch break around 13:00pm and after the lunch depart for tour of the
magnificent Acropolis of Pergamon.
Its impressive temples and library made it a renowned cultural and political center
at that times. Pergamon is a famous city for its jewelry, stones and silver. So
on the way, we will visit a jewelry center for 30 minutes. Arrival to Kusadasi
around 18:00pm. Overnight in Kusadasi.
(Breakfast and Dinner
included)
08:30 Departure from hotel for our fully guided 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,
Celsus Library and Grand theatre. Lunch break around 13:00 pm. After the lunch,
we will visit a place which continues to perform one of the oldest arts of
Turkey; a carpet weaving center. After Lunch we will do a Turkish Village Tour.
Sirince's construction style today belongs to Anatolian Greeks. The houses on
the slope are all original with their white paints. Sirince Village also has a fantastic reputation for making some of
the best wines nonalcoholic in Turkey - especially fruit wines. In the evening
you will be tested about your knowledge of making fruit wine. On the way we
will visit one of the famous leather production centers of the region, where
you will have the opportunity to get a good factory rate. On this guided tour,
you will avoid the constant nagging and sometimes bullying that is well known
in the markets of Turkey. Enabling you to enjoy the shopping experience whilst
gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen Overnight in Kusadasi.
(Breakfast and Dinner
included)
At 08:30, we depart for Pamukkale. Around 12.00 and we have a lunch break until
13.30. 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. Overnight in Pamukkale
(Breakfast and Dinner
included)
After breakfast, we depart for Antalya. It takes around 4 hours. Upon arrival,
meet with our representative and proceed to hotel for check in. Rest of the day
is yours. Overnight in Antalya.
(Breakfast and Dinner
included)
After breakfast, we will depart for Perge and Aspendos.
PERGE: According to the geographer
Strabon. Perge has been founded by Akhas who came down here after the Trojan
wars. Perge was first mentioned in 334 BC when Alexander the Great passed
through here. In the following years, Perge went under the control of Pergamon
when the Kingdom of Pergamon became a part of the Roman city. In the first and
the second centuries BC, Perge became one of the richest towns in Pamphylia. Therefore,
it is not a surprise that St. Paul started his campaign in Anatolia from Perge
in 46 AD. After Perge, we will depart for Aspendos. Lunch break on the way.
ASPENDOS: The eastern land of
Antalya was called Pamphylia in ancient times. Aspendos (Belkis) lies 47 km
east of Antalya in the Pamphylian plain. In 486 BC, Greeks and Persians had a
great battle here (Greeks won, they didn't stay for long). During the reign of
the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius (161-80 AD) Aspendos got its theatre, which
is the best preserved of all. It was built by Romans and maintained by
Byzantines and Seljuks. The ruins of the ancient city are extensive and include
a stadium, an agora, and a basilica. Overnight in Antalya.
(Breakfast and Dinner
included)
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and and free time until departure.
Then, we depart for Antalya airport for our domestic flight to Cappadocia.
Transfer from Kayseri airport to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to
explore Cappadocia. Overnight in Cappadocia.
(Breakfast and Dinner
included)
After breakfast
between 08:00 am and 09:30 am pick ups from hotel. Final timing one day before
will be given you by your tour consultant.
We will drive you to Ozkonak Underground City, one of the best preserved Underground
cities in Cappadocia. Than visit to Uchisar
Castle, the highest point of Cappadocia. After Uchisar, you visit Goreme Open Air Museum, the Heart of
Cappadocia. Goreme Open Air Museum is famous for frescoes dating to 10th
century describing the life of Jesus Christ and monks. Next stop is Cavusin, which is an abandoned village
with old cave Greek houses. After Cavusin you go to the restaurant in Avanos to
have lunch. After lunch, you visit a pottery work shop, to see how to make
potteries. Then you go to Love Valley.
Love Valley Cappadocia is a hidden valley with scenic formations to say the
least. Despite the resemblance to man hood, these amazing rock formations are
far from man-made. After Love Valley you visit another workshop to see
Cappadocian handwoven carpets and kilims. Next stop is Devrent Valley, which 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. This tour will end
approximately at 18.00 and you will be returned back to your hotel. Overnight
in Cappadocia.
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast, you will have free time shopping in Cappadocia. Evening we
depart for Kayseri airport for our domestic flight to Istanbul. Transfer from Istanbul
airport to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to explore Istanbul.
Overnight in Istanbul.
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast we take you to Istanbul for your flight back 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 TravelShop Booking.
Trip includes
Included
5 nights’ hotel accommodation in Istanbul - 5 Star Sofitel Hotel Istanbul
1 night hotel in Canakkale - Hilton Double Tree Hotel
2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Kusadasi - 5 Star Charisma De Luxe Hotel
1 nigh hotel accommodation in Pamukkale - 5 Star Pam Thermal Hotel
2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Antalya - 5 Star Spice Hotel
2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Cappadocia - Cappadocia Cave Resort & Spa
Please Note: If the above hotels are not available then we will provide the similar category hotels.
Professional English-speaking tour guides
Guiding Method
Fully guided
13 breakfasts
6 lunches
8 dinners
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
Arrival transfer from Istanbul Airport
Hotel to airport transfer in Antalya
Arrival transfer in Cappadocia
Return transfer in Cappadocia
Guided Istanbul Islamic and Sahabe Tour
Guided Bursa Tour
Guided Istanbul City Tour
Guided Gallipoli tour
Guided Troy tour
Guided Acropolis of Pergamon tour
Guided Ephesus tour
Guided Sirince Village Tour and Wine Tasting
Guided Pamukkale and Hierapolis tour
Guided Antalya Aspendos & Perge Tour
Guided Cappadocia Tour Underground City and Goreme Open Air Museum
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
Excluded
International flights
Domestic Flight from Antalya to Cappadocia
Domestic Flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul
Please Note: Domestic flight price for adult travelers is approximately Euros: 80,00 for one way and for under 2 years old, approximately Euros: 20,00 as an insurance policy.
Insurance
City tax
Turkey entry visa
Personal expenses: Extras at hotel or additional meals
Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers
Insurance: All types
Any others expenses which are not mentioned in the "included" section
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