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Under the romantic backdrop of minarets and
mosques, like a step out of time stands the
ancient city of Istanbul. Situated between
the Black Sea and the Marmara Sea, Istanbul
is a melting pot of Eastern and Western
cultures.
The only city in the world built on two
continents, Europe and Asia, standing on the
shores of Bosphorus and guarding the
precious relics of the world-dominating
empires Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman which
has been the capital, a unique link between
the east and west, past and the present.
Art treasures and architectural works will
evoke your feelings of nostalgia. Modern day
Istanbul boasts the best of both continents.
With a colorful history and vibrant past,
vividly alive, Istanbul today offers you a
unique insight into variety of cultures
ISTANBUL CITY TOUR
This
full day Istanbul tour is a great way to get
orientated in the city that spans Asia and
Europe. Formally Constantinople, the capital
of the Roman Empire and Europe's wealthiest
city, Istanbul is now the largest city in
Turkey with a population estimated to be
more than 10 million. On this city
sightseeing tour you will have the
opportunity to see how old meets new when
you visit Istanbul's 'must see' historic
sites including: Unlock the secrets to
Istanbul's rich past with visits to its
finest historic sites, including Topkapi
Palace, Aya Sofya, Blue Mosque, Turkish and
Islamic Arts Museum, Hippodrome and the
Grand Bazaar.
Includes:
Lunch, All admission fees, English speaking
guide, Hotel pick-up and drop-off . Air-conditioned
transportation.
Istanbul Two Continents and Bosphorus Cruise
Tour
Discover Dolmabahce Palace which was the
last residence for Ottoman Sultans with 365
rooms and 22 saloons, famous with its great
collection of European antiquity, furniture
and a chandelier weighing 4.5 tonnes. Then
you will cross the Bosphorus Bridge for a
unique chance to travel from one continent (Asia)
to another (Europe) in only 2 minutes!
Once
on the Asian side, capture the magnificent
views from Camlica Hill, the highest point
in Istanbul. From the top of Camlica Hill
you can rest and admire the panorama of
Istanbul from the beautiful gardens
landscaped in the traditional style.
After a short visit to the famous Egyptian
Bazaar join an unforgettable excursion on a
cruise along the Bosphorus River. The cruise
will take you along the latest palaces of
Ottomans, the Dolmabahce and Beylerbeyi, as
well as 19th and 20th century, beautiful
wooden Kiosks. Afterwards you can choose to
visit the Sadberk Hanim Museum or the 15th
century Rumelihisar Fortress.
Includes:
Lunch, All admission fees, 2 hour Bosphorus
cruise, English speaking guide, Hotel pick-up
and drop-off . Air-conditioned
transportation.
Istanbul Evening Tour & Turkish Night
Tonight you will be picked up from your
hotel and after a short drive through
illuminated Istanbul, you will be taken to a
first class restaurant to enjoy dinner.
Taste the Turkish cuisine which is a
fabulous four course meal including a divine
Turkish desert. Enjoy a spectacular
floorshow of belly dancers and an Anatolian
Cultural Folklore entertainment group.
Includes:
All admission fees, Air-conditioned
transportation, Brief Istanbul city tour,
English speaking guide, Hotel pick-up and
drop-off, Belly Dancing and Anatolian
Cultural Folklore Show, abottle of water,
1/2 bottle of local wine, 2 bottles of beer,
2 glasses of local drinks or 2 bottles of
fruit juices, Four Course Dinner (including
bread, starter, main dishes, seasonal salad
and Turkish desert). Air-conditioned
transportation.
Bursa – The Otoman Capital Day Tour from
Istanbul
You will travel by ferry to Yalova, then
continue by road to Bursa. Here you will
visit the early 15th century Green Mosque,
Green Tomb, where Sultan Mehmet I was buried
in 1421, as well as the imperial Great
Mosque, with its 20 domes and 12 massive
pillars. After lunch at an elegant kebab
restaurant, you visit the Bazaar and Koza
Hani, the silk cocoon Caravanserai, then
travel by cable car to visit Uludag, looking
out over Bursa and the fertile plains beyond.
Next you take a short drive to Cumalikizik
Village's beautifully preserved early
Ottoman private homes. Bursa city was known
as the city of green in Turkey due to the
numerous amounts of different tones of this
colrup on the legendary mountain of Olympos.
Includes:
Lunch, All admission fees, English speaking
guide, Hotel pick-up and drop-off . Air-conditioned
transportation.
Princess Islands Day Tour
The Princes' Islands are considered
attractive because their total lack of cars
(horse-drawn carriages), the rurality, and
the natural and scenic beauty. For a long
time they were used as hideaways for Ottoman
or otherwise royalty, people in exile,
romantic people - now travelers enjoy them.
Pickup from your hotel after breakfast.
Ferry ride in the Marmara Sea to the Princes
Islands. Arrival to Büyükada, , the popular
summer resort with sandy beaches and
pinewood scenery, once the pleasure island
of Byzantine Princes.
Island tour with horse-drawn carriage and
walk up to St. George Church on top of the
hill with a spectacular view overlooking the
sea of Marmara and the city. Then lunch by
the sea-side on the island. Ferry back to
Istanbul in the afternoon.
Arrival and transfer to your hotel.
Includes:
Transportation with A/C vans, English
speaking guidance., Lunch at a local
restaurant., Ticket for the ferry, Hotel
transfers.
4 Day ANZAC & Troy Tour from Istanbul
If you only have a few days in Turkey and
want to see the major highlights, then this
is the tour for you. This four day tour will
take you to Troy, Gallipoli and Istanbul and
is sure to be a memorable experience.
Day 1 Istanbul:
Your first day is free to beginning
exploring Istanbul, Turkey's largest city.
The city has long been known for it's
strategic location at the entrance of black
sea and for being the traditional crossroads
between Europe and Asia. Depending on your
arrival time, you may like to take an
optional Bosphorus Cruise. Tonight you have
the option of dinner with belly dancing
entertainment.
Day 2 Istanbul
(B,L): Today you have a full day
of sightseeing in Istanbul. You will visit
Topkapi Palace and St Sophie, see the famous
Blue Mosque and walk to the Hippodrome, to
see the place of the former Horse Ground
where chariot races and gladiator fights
took place during the Roman Empire time.
Today you will end your tour with a visit to
the exciting Grand Bazaar with over 4400
shops!
Day 3 Gallipoli -
Dardanelles - Cannakkale (B, L,D):
This morning you have an early departure for
Gallipoli to see Anzac Cove, Lone Pine
Cemetery and Conkbair with the famous first
world war memorials. Cross the Dardanell,
which is one of the two waterways between
Europe and Asia (approximately 30 minute
ferry ride) before arriving in Canakkale
around 6:30pm where we will spend the
evening.
Day 4 Troy -
Istanbul (B): The morning starts
with a visit to Troy, the beautiful city of
Helen and the Trojan Horse. Around 12:00pm (noon),
return to the Canakkale city for a leisurely
free afternoon to enjoy the daily panoramas
of a small Turkish Town. A visit to Anzac
House (no charge) may be your choice. At
approximately 6:00pm you will depart for
Istanbul, arriving back in Istanbul at
approximately 11:00pm.
Inclusions:
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All admission fees,
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English speaking guide,
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Hotel pick-up and drop-off,
•
Four nights accommodation,
•
Air-conditioned transportation,
•
Meals as per itinerary (B = breakfast, L=
lunch, D = dinner)
Inclusions:
• Food and drink, unless specified • All
customary tips to drivers, guides and
escorts are made at the travelers discretion
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