Turkey Unveiled

On arrival in Istanbul, you will be met & greeted at the (SAW or IST) airport and transferred to your hotel. The rest of today is free to settle in or head out and explore independently.

Overnight: Istanbul. Evening Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner & Folkloric Show. (Without Alcoholic Drinks) (Pickup Time Approx.: 19:30 – 23:30)

Evening Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner and Folkloric Show is a popular tourist activity in Istanbul, Turkey. It offers an unforgettable experience where you get to explore the beauty of the Bosphorus Strait, a natural waterway that separates Europe and Asia while enjoying a scrumptious dinner on board and being entertained by a traditional Turkish folkloric show. The evening generally starts with hotel pickup and transfer to the cruise departure point. Once aboard the boat, you will be offered a welcome drink to kick off the evening. As the cruise starts, you will have the opportunity to take in the beautiful views of historical landmarks such as Dolmabahce Palace, Ortakoy Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, Maiden's Tower, and the Bosphorus Bridge, all elegantly lit up at night. The dinner comprises a large selection of Turkish cuisine, including appetizers, main courses, and desserts. Beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, can be purchased at an additional cost.  

Throughout the evening, you will be entertained by a captivating folkloric show that covers various aspects of Turkish culture, such as traditional dances, belly dancing, live music, and more. If you're lucky, you might even be invited to participate in some of the dances. Towards the end of the evening, the cruise will return to its departure point, and you will be transferred back to your hotel. This memorable experience offers a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Istanbul while providing a breathtaking and romantic backdrop that you will cherish for years to come.

After breakfast at the Hotel, guests will be picked up and brought to the Sultanahmet district, the oldest, most historic part of the city. The first stop of the day will be the Hagia Sophia, as our tour guide explains the significance of this massive building that was once a Christian church, then a mosque, then a museum, and now a mosque.Afterward, we will pass the Hippodrome of Constantinople, where we will see the site's impressive obelisk, before reaching the Blue Mosque. We should be sure to take pictures of both the interior and exterior of this impressive building. Next, we will continue to the Grand Bazaar, a massive, bustling complex to find clothing, decorative furnishings, food, and more. On the way to the bazaar, we will see other historical monuments, like the Tomb of Sultan Ahmet I, the Firuz Aga Mosque, and the exterior of the Tomb of Mehmed II. After we visit the Grand Bazaar, we will make a brief stop for lunch. In the afternoon, we will visit Topkapi Palace, the primary residence of the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years. Afterward, the guests are returned to their hotels.

Important Notices 

• If the Grand Bazaar is closed, Arasta Bazaar will be given instead. 
• Please do not forget to carry a Scarf with you because of visiting the Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Mosque. 

The Bursa tour is a full-day adventure starting with a ferry ride across the Izmit Gulf, where you can enjoy the fresh air and picturesque views. The tour continues with a visit to Yalova City for a thrilling safari tour (optional). Next, you will visit the Turkish delights factory in Bursa, where you can sample and purchase traditional Turkish sweets. You will also visit the Inkaya tree, which is more than 650 years old and is considered a natural monument.

The tour then takes you to a natural bee house on the mountain, where you can see bees in their element and learn about beekeeping in Turkey. Lunch will be served on top of the mountain, featuring a tasty mix grill for meat lovers and vegetarian options. The tour then takes you to the Uludağ mountain ski center, one of the most popular ski destinations in Europe. Here, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery and fresh mountain air, and even ride the cable car from the top of the mountain. To cap off the day, you will visit the ancient Green Mosque and Green Tomb, as well as the Silk House and an ancient Turkish Bath, to learn about Bursa's rich history and culture. Overall, the Bursa tour offers a diverse range of activities and experiences, making it a perfect day trip for visitors to Turkey

Notes:

1- In case of heavy traffic the agency can use the Osmangazi Bridge instead of the ferry

2- Please be ready 15 mins before the departure time

3- We provide this tour in English, Arabic, and Turkish languages

Explore Büyükada, the largest of Turkey’s Prince's islands, on this 9-hour excursion from Istanbul. Cruise across the Sea of Marmara, watching the sights of Istanbul slip from view. See the pedestrianized island in the best possible way – by bike (not included) or spend time at leisure, perhaps relaxing on one of its beaches, before returning to Istanbul. Travel from your hotel by air-conditioned coach to the port with your guide, and board the boat that will take you to the Prince's islands. The largest and most interesting of the islands is Büyükada, which is your destination for the day.

From the boat, look back on the sights of Istanbul, seeing iconic landmarks such as Topkapi Palace and the pretty Kiz Kulesi (also known as the Maiden’s Tower), which was featured in the James Bond film, The World is Not Enough.

Dock in Büyükada and then take a stroll through the streets on your own, soaking up the laidback atmosphere of island life. Return to the boat and listen as your guide talks about the island’s history during the ride. Learn about its time as a place of exile for banished statesmen and royalty, and of its life as a monastic settlement during Turkey’s Byzantine-Christian period. Pass lovely wooden mansions that are stunning examples of the island’s late Ottoman-era architecture, and look out over the sparkling sea. Seagulls are everywhere in Büyükada, and if you’d like to feed them your guide will give you simits (bread with sesame seeds) so you can toss them a treat.

Have lunch in a restaurant, then spend the rest of your day at leisure on the island. Later, meet your guide at a pre-arranged time for your boat ride back to Istanbul. The last leg of your journey will be by coach, and you’ll be dropped off at your Istanbul hotel. 

Experience the Adventure of 01 Hour Hot Air Balloon Tour (an optional Cost) You will be collected from your hotel early in the morning, usually before Sunrise. You will be driven to the take-off site you will watch the inflation of the balloon and then get a passenger briefing that explains basic rules & safety measures for the balloon flight. Then it's time to climb into the basket and the highlight of your trip begins! The take-off is gentle - soon you'll be taking hundreds of pictures over the valleys of Cappadocia. After the flight lands, there is a small celebration with champagne and you will receive your flight certificate. You will be driven back to your hotel just in time for breakfast before going on a daily tour or a flight.

Full Day Highlights Cappadocia Tour with Lunch: (Approx. 09:00 – 17:00 )

After breakfast, an impressive day will start with Dervent Valley. Then we keep going on with Pasabag's “fairy chimneys”, where you can feel the mysticism of Fairy Chimneys. We will meet at the Avanos Center of Terracotta Art. Ceramics date back to 3000 BC in the area and survived for generations A visit to the ceramic & tile center to see how the ceramics are made by hand. After lunch, we will visit the famous Goreme Open Air Museum to see the best examples of Icons in Cappadocia. Soft rocks of Cappadocia from the clefts carved out to form stables, Churches, and monasteries. A visit to the carpet weaving co-operation to see how the Turkish carpet is made by hand. We will enjoy the day by taking a look at the Goreme Valley from next to the Uchisar Rock Castle. We complete the tour with a visit to the Kaymakli underground Ancient City, dating back to the Hittites then used by the early Christians. Under Ground City specially carved to be used during the war time to save their lives as well as early Christians hide themselves from the Roman pressure, you can still see stables kitchen living room bedroom, and more.