5 Days Islamic Heritage & Ottoman History Tour: Istanbul, Söğüt, Bilecik & Bursa

Meet your tour manager at Istanbul International Airport. They will assist you with Arrival procedures and escort you to the hotel by an air-conditioned deluxe vehicle. Refresh yourself with a welcome drink at the hotel while your tour manager ensures a smooth check-in. They will also review your itinerary with you to establish and confirm pick-up times for each tour on the trip. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Hotel Pick-up (08:00 - 09:15): Your day begins with a personalized pick-up from your hotel or specified location between 08:00 and 09:15. Our friendly team ensures a comfortable start to your adventure. Hagia Sophia: Also Called the Church of Divine Wisdom, it is a masterpieceof grandeur and proportion. Coveted by the Islamic East and Christian West, the Hagia Sophia is one of mankind's greatest treasures. Blue Mosque ( Sultanahmet Mosque): No one has been to Istanbul at least once can ever forget the feeling of awe and wonder at seeing the Blue Mosque for the first time. Hippodrome and Obelisk: The vast Hippodrome, known as At Meydani or " plaze of the horses" stretches between Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. Shopping Opportunity Topkapi Palace: Topkapi Palace was the main residence of the Sultan and his court. It was initially the seat of government as well as the imperial residence. Even though access was strictly regulated, inhabitans of the palace rarely had to venture outsince the palace functioned almost as an autonomous entity a city within a city. Audience and consultation chambers and areas served for the political workings of the empire. LUNCH Eyüp Sultan Mosque: Explore the sacred precincts of Eyüp Sultan, absorbing the spiritual ambiance and historical significance of this revered site. Take time to wander through the surrounding areas, immersing yourself in the cultural tapestry. Shopping Possibility: Conclude your day with a shopping opportunity, where you can discover local treasures and souvenirs. Embrace the chance to take home a piece of Istanbul's vibrant culture.17:30 PM is the end of the tour, then participants will be transferred back to their hotel and Bosphorus Cruise Tour Istanbulwill be ended.

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
After breakfast, we will depart for the Ertugrul Gazi–Sogut City Tour. The Ottoman Empire was founded here in 1299, and Ertugrul Gazi, the father of the founder of the Ottoman Empire, Osman Bey, passed away and was buried here. We will visit the Tomb of Ertugrul Gazi. After that, we will visit the Bilecik Museum. It was initially constructed as a courthouse but was later restored and opened as a museum in 2006. The next destination is the Shaykh Edebali Tomb, which was built on a cliff and has an amazing panoramic view. Many believed Sheikh Edebali to be the Ottoman Empire's philosophical designer. The 14th-century Orhan Ghazi Mosque, which was built on the edge of a steep cliff, will be visited after. Unlike other mosques, where the minarets are traditionally adjacent to the mosque, the main minaret of Orhan Ghazi Mosque is built on a rock, 30 meters away from the main building. The subsequent visiting spot is the Clock Tower, located in the heart of Bilecik Province, atop a hill that dominates the city. Sultan Abdulhamit II built it, which has four sides and a clock on each one.  You will be transferred after visiting the Pelitozu Pond, which is covered with pine trees, is 7 kilometers away from the city center. The pond, which has an area of 213.50 hectares, was created for irrigation purposes. Due to its accessibility and size, it receives a lot of attention, especially on weekends. Visitors can also enjoy the lake on sea bikes. Overnight in Bursa.

(Breakfast and Lunch included)
After breakfast, we will first visit the historical Covered Bazaar and Ulucami (Grand) Mosque of Bursa, then take the cable car to Uludag Mountain, which is also known as Mount Olympos, from where the Greek gods watched the Trojan War. After a lunch break, we continue with visits to the Green Mosque and the Green Mausoleum. After the tour, depart for Istanbul. When we arrive in Istanbul, the time will be 17:00–18:00. Check in at your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.