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Kastamonu having great economic importance due to its copper mines being operated since hundreds of years. We have a break at Ecevit Han, which is on the way of ammunition road during the War of Independence, in its renewed style as a tourism facility.
Attractions
Highlights
- Inebolu - Safranbolu - Loc Valley - Liva Pasha Mansion
Itinerary
(Lunch included)
We will pick up from your hotel.Early in the morning heading toward Küre, a pretty district of Kastamonu having great economic importance due to its copper mines being operated since hundreds of years. We have a break at Ecevit Han, which is on the way of ammunition road during the War of Independence, in its renewed style as a tourism facility. Then, heading toward old Kure copper mines. Examining a mine dated back to the times of Genoese. Visiting restored Akşemsettin Mosque dating from the 15th century at the center of the district. Then heading toward Inebolu and arrival after a travel of 30 minutes. Visit to “Gazi Inebolu” district. Inebolu, with its wooden houses reflecting Rum (Byzantine or Ottoman Greek) architecture, dark green nature and excellent coastline, amazes the visitors. Visit to the Turkocagı Building where Ataturk had read his famous “Hat Oration”. After the lunch heading toward Abana. Opportunity to have a walk at the amazing coast and to have a tea at the seaside (it is possible to swim at summer). At evening return to Kastamonu via Bozkurt. On this route “Yaralıgoz Passage” takes breath away thanks to its wonderful pattern of forests and the mist which is present four seasons.After we will visit district we head toward Cide, and when there are 23 km still left before arriving at Cide we depart from the main road and diverge to Loc Valley. At the point the detour extends 8 km we arrive at Loç Valley. Before walking towards the valley, we may have a break at Firin Giran bend at Hamitli Village which is a place to be seen before arriving at the valley, then we may take pics in order to document the beauties of Loc valley. We may have our lunch consisting of traditional food at the village thanks to the hospitality of the inhabitants of Loc.After we will visit a half hours arrival at Safranbolu. Walking around in the city: castle (Old Governmental Residence, clock tower), bazaar and bazaar square, Kazdagli Mosque, Koprulu Mehmet Pasa Mosque and Izzet Mehmet Pasa Mosque, Yemeniciler Arastasi (Kerchief Producers Bazaar), House of the District Governor, Hidirlik Hill.After we will visit Kastamonu House Liva Pasha Mansion of 100 years old and the Archeological Museum. Thereafter, visit to the Mimar Vedat Tek Culture Center which encompasses the first and only hat museum of Turkey and many collections. Finally, we spend our time to learn the traditional handicrafts of Kastamonu. After end of the day, return to your hotel. 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
Professional English-speaking tour guides
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Lunch
Pick up from your hotel
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
Drop back to your hotel
Guided Daily Kastamonu City Tour
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
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International or Domestic flights
Insurance: All types
Personal expenses:Lunches, Extras at hotel or additional meals
Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers
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