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GENERAL INFORMATION & CONDITIONS
We kindly request our guests to be ready 10 minutes before departure time,
30% discount for children below the age 7, free for the ages 0-2

CLOSED
Hagia Sophia on Monday -  Replaced with Underground Cistern
Topkapi Palace on Tuesday - Replaced with Beylerbeyi Palace
Grand Covered Bazaar on Sunday
Dolmabahce Palace on Monday and Thursday
Spice – Egyptian Bazaar on Sunday - Replaced with Golden Horn
Rumeli Fortress on Wednesday
Beylerbeyi Palace on Monday and Thursday - Replaced with Chora Church

1- Byzantian  Relics (09:00-13:00)
Duration   : Half Day
Standarts : Regular
Highlights : St. Sophia , Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Grand Bazar
Tour Rate : 45 $US
Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

Itinerary ;

St. Sophia This ancient basilica, built by Constantine the Great in the 4th century and reconstructed by Justinian in the 6th century, is one of the architectural marvels of all time.
Sultanahmet Imperial MosqueAcross 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.
HippodromeAncient Hippodrome, the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine.
Grand Cover BazaarIn this labyrinth of streets and passages are more then 4,000 shops with each trade having its own area: the goldsmiths' street, the carpet sellers, Turkish arts and crafts, such as handpainted ceramic plates, hand-honed copperware, brassware and trays, water ewers, onyx-ware and meerschaum pipes.
 

 

Package includes ;
- Professional licensed English speaking guide
- Pick up – drop of transfers
- All entrance fees to the sites stated above the itinerary

Package excludes ;
- Personal expences

Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

 

Tour Dates	Tour Rate
Everyday	45 -$US per person

Duration   : Half Day (Afternoon)
Standarts : Regular
Highlights : Topkapı Palace, Süleymaniye Mosque (replaced Rüstempaşa Mosque)
Tour Rate : 45 $US per person
Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

The Süleymaniye Mosque is in renovation. We visit Rüstempaşa Mosque.

Itinerary ;

Topkapı PalaceThe great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries housing an exquisite collection of cyrstal, 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.
Süleymaniye Mosque The mosque of Süleyman the Magnificent was built between 1550 and 1557 by the famous architect Sinan whose wish was to surpass the builders of St. Sophia which is conspicuous from its great size, emphasized by the four minarets rising one from each corner of the courtyard.

 

Package includes ;
- Professional licensed English speaking guide
- Pick up – drop of transfers
- All entrance fees to the sites stated above the itinerary

 

Package excludes ;
- Personal expences

 

Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

 

Tour Dates	Tour Rate
Everyday	45 -$US per person

  

3- Byzantian & Ottoman  Relics (09:00-17:30)
Duration   : Full Day
Standarts : Regular
Highlights : St. Sophia , Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Grand Bazar, Topkapı Palace, Süleymaniye Mosque (replaced Rüstempaşa Mosque)
Tour Rate : 95 $US per person
Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

The Süleymaniye Mosque is in renovation. We visit Rüstempaşa Mosque.

 

Itinerary ;

Tour of "Sultan Ahmet Center", the heart of the "Old City" from where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires were ruled.Hagia (St.) Sophia, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian.
Blue Mosque, facing Hagia Sophia, famous with its blue Iznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet.
Hippodrome, center of sportive (chariot races, athletics) events and political activities of the old city. Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpentine Column, German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating Hippodrome.
Grand Covered Bazaar, Most attractive shopping center and biggest "souk" in the world with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewellery, gold, carpets, leatherware and souvenirs.

Lunch

Topkapi Palace, Imperial residence of Ottoman Sultans exhibiting Chinese porcelain, weapons, calligraphy section etc...
Treasury and Harem sections are not included in the program and are due to extra entry.
Suleymaniye Mosque, masterpiece of Sinan, the chief architect of the Ottoman Empire, built in the name of Suleyman The Magnificent during the 16th. century, considered as the best amongst the imperial mosques.

 

 

Package includes ;
-Transportation by A/C No Smoking bus
- Professional licensed English speaking guide
- Pick up – drop of transfers
- Lunch
- All entrance fees to the sites stated above the itinerary

 

Package excludes ;
- Personal expenses
- Drinks at lunch

 

Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

 

Tour Dates	Tour Rate
Everyday	95 $US per person

 

4- Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise – Morning (09:00-13:00) or Afternoon (13:30-17:30)
Duration   : Half Day
Standarts : Regular
Highlights : City Walls, Golden Horn, Spice Bazaar, Rumeli Fortress (from the sea)
Tour Rate : 45 $US per person
Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

 

Itinerary ;

City WallsThe first breach of the walls was by the Fourth Crusade in 1204, the second by the cannons and troops of Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror in 1453.
Drive by bus to Golden Horn As natural and extremely secure harbor, the Golden Horn has played an important role in the development of Istanbul. The inlet separates the European shore into two. It is approximately 8 km long, and the widest part is the entrance from the Bosphorus. Two streams drain into this inlet at its far end.
Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar): The air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other concievable herb and spice.
Boat trip on the bosphorus A traditional excursion by boat along the waterway seperating Europe and Asia. The shore is lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. During the excursion you will pass the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace, and further along, the parks and imperial pavillions of Yildiz Palace. On the coastal edge of this park, is Ciragan Palace, 300 meters of is marble facade faces the shore. At Ortakoy a great variety of artists gather every Sunday to display their work along the street. Ortakoy is a symbol of tolerance with a church, a mosque and a synagogue existing side by side for centuries.
Rumeli Fortress (From the sea, no interior visit) Built by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1452 prior to the conquest of Istanbul, was completed in only four months to control and protect Bosphorus. It is one of the most beautiful works of military architecture anywhere in the world.

 

NOTE : Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise - Afternoon does not include Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar).

Package includes ;
- Professional licensed English speaking guide
- Pick up – drop of transfers
- Transportation by A/C No Smoking bus
- All entrance fees to the sites stated above the itinerary

 

Package excludes ;
- Personal expences

 

Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

 

Tour Dates	Tour Rates
Everyday	45 $US per person

5- Two Continents (Europe & Asia) – Afternoon (13:30-17:30)
Duration   : Half Day
Standarts : Regular
Highlights : Beylerbeyi Palace, Çamlıca Hill, Shopping
Tour Rate : 45 $US per person
Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

 

Itinerary ;

Beylereyi Palace The summer residence of Ottoman Sultans with its original furniture and magnificent gardens with the HAREM on the ASIAN.
Bosphorus Bridge Unique chance to step from one continent (ASIA) to another (EUROPE)
Camlica Hill The highest point in Istanbul. At the top of it you can rest and admire the magnificent panorama of Istanbul and the Bosphorus from the beautiful gardens, landscaped in traditional style.
Shopping Possibility at Bedesten exhibits the traditional silk weaving girls at the carpet weaving courses authorised by the Ministry of National Education Possibility to see jewellery, handicrafts center and leatherware show. Free time provided for shopping.

  

Package includes ;
- Professional licensed English speaking guide
- Pick up – drop of transfers
- Transportation by A/C No Smoking bus
- All entrance fees to the sites stated above the itinerary

 

Package excludes ;
- Personal expences

 

Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

 

Tour Dates	Tour Dates
Everyday	45 $US per person

Tour Rate : 90 $US per person   
Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

 

Itinerary ;

City WallsThe first breach of the walls was by the Fourth Crusade in 1204, the second by the cannons and troops of Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror in 1453.
Drive by bus to Golden Horn As natural and extremely secure harbor, the Golden Horn has played an important role in the development of Istanbul. The inlet separates the European shore into two. It is approximately 8 km long, and the widest part is the entrance from the Bosphorus. Two streams drain into this inlet at its far end.
Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar): The air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other concievable herb and spice.
Boat trip on the bosphorus A traditional excursion by boat along the waterway seperating Europe and Asia. The shore is lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. During the excursion you will pass the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace, and further along, the parks and imperial pavillions of Yildiz Palace. On the coastal edge of this park, is Ciragan Palace, 300 meters of is marble facade faces the shore. At Ortakoy a great variety of artists gather every Sunday to display their work along the street. Ortakoy is a symbol of tolerance with a church, a mosque and a synagogue existing side by side for centuries.
Rumeli Fortress (From the sea, no interior visit) Built by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1452 prior to the conquest of Istanbul, was completed in only four months to control and protect Bosphorus. It is one of the most beautiful works of military architecture anywhere in the world.

LUNCH

Beylerbeyi Palace The summer residence of Ottoman Sultans with its original furniture and magnificent gardens with the HAREM on the ASIAN.
Boshorus Bridge Unique chance to step from one continent (ASIA) to another (EUROPE)
Camlıca Hill The highest point in Istanbul. At the top of it you can rest and admire the magnificent panorama of Istanbul and the Bosphorus from the beautiful gardens, landscaped in traditional style.
Shopping Possibility at Bedesten exhibits the traditional silk weaving girls at the carpet weaving courses authorised by the Ministry of National Education Possibility to see jewellery, handicrafts center and leatherware show. Free time provided for shopping.

 
Package includes ;
- Professional licensed English speaking guide
- Pick up – drop of transfers
- Lunch
- Transportation by A/C No Smoking bus
- All entrance fees to the sites stated above the itinerary

 

Package excludes ;
- Drinks at lunch
- Personal expences

 

Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

 

Tour Dates	Tour Rates
Everyday	90 $US per person

7- Full Day Tour to Princess’ Islands by  Ferry (09:00-17:30)
Duration    : Full Day
Standarts  : Regular
Highlights :Buyukada
Tour Rate : 90 $US per person   
Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

 

Itinerary ;

Cruise in MARMARA SEA to PRINCES' ISLANDS, retreats for the Byzantine princes are famous for their beautiful pine woods and beaches. The largest and most enjoyable of the islands is Buyukada. There you can enjoy a ride in a horsedrawn carriage among the pine trees after relaxing on the beaches in the numerous coves of its coast. Evening return to Istanbul and transfer to hotels.

P.S. Itineraries subject to change according to weather and/or daily circumstances.


Package includes ;
- Professional licensed English speaking guide
- Pick up – drop of transfers
- Lunch
- Transportation by A/C No Smoking bus
- All entrance fees to the sites stated above the itinerary

 

Package excludes ;
- Drinks at lunch
- Personal expences

 

Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

 

Tour Dates	Tour Rates
Everyday	90 $US per person

8- Orient Show By Night / 1001 Nights (20:30-00:00)
Duration   : 4 Hours
Standarts : Regular
Highlights : Folk Dances, Belly Dances, Live Music & Shows
Tour Rate : 80 $US per person   
Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

 

Itinerary ;

Departure from your hotel and drive to restaurant. Dinner at a first class restaurant with half a bottle of wine or a soft drink included, watching spectacular Floorshow of famous Belly Dancers, typical Anatolian Folklore groups featuring popular musical instruments and Turkish singer.
 

Package includes ;
- Pick up – drop of transfers
- Dinner
- Transportation by A/C No Smoking vehicle or bus
- Half a bottle of wine or soft drink

 

Package excludes ;
- Personal expences

 

Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

 

Tour Dates	Tour Rates
Everyday	80 $US per person

9- Dinner Cruise on the Bosphorus / 1001 Nights (20:30-00:00)
Duration    : 4 Hours
Standarts : Regular
Highlights : Bosphorus Bridge, Ciragan Palace, Hotel Kempinski, Dolmabahce Palace on European shores
Tour Rate  : 110 $US per person   
Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

 

Itinerary ;

An enchanted night cruise starts while you sip your welcome drink as the sun sets on Istanbul. Beneath the Bosphorus Bridge by moonlight, glide past the Ciragan Palace, nowadays Hotel Kempinski, Dolmabahce Palace on European shores and the Beylerbeyi Palace, Kanlica and Anatolian Fortress on Asian shores. A rich variety of open buffet dishes, specialities of Turkish Cuisine and barbeque, unlimited local drinks. The twinkling lights of the European shores from Tarabya to Bebek. Transfer to hotels before goodnight Istanbul. Night tour, fixmenu barbeque, unlimited local drinks

Package includes ;
- Pick up – drop of transfers
- Dinner
- Fix menu barbeque
- Unlimited local drinks
- Transportation by A/C No Smoking vehicle or bus

 

Package excludes ;
- Personal expences

 

Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

 

Tour Dates	Tour Rates
Everyday	110 $US per person

10- Green Bursa – Full Day Tour
Duration   : Full Day
Standarts : Regular
Highlights : Uludag, Mount Olympos, Ulucami (Grand Mosque), Green Mosque, Green Mausoleum, Silk Market in the Covered Bazaar
Tour Rate : 125 $US per person   
Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

 

Itinerary ;

Departure by ferry-boat via Yalova, enjoying the lovely countryside view. Drive to Bursa, former Ottoman Capital and lunch of famous "Kebap of Alexander The Great". Climb to Uludag, the legendary Mount Olympos, by Teleferik (Cable Car), visit to Ulucami (Grand Mosque), the Green Mosque and the Green Mausoleum, the old Silk Market in the Covered Bazaar. Late evening return to Istanbul and transfer to hotels.
 

 

Package includes ;
- Round trip transfers
- Lunch
- Transportation by A/C No Smoking vehicle or bus
- Ferry-boat
- Donations to mosques
- Cable-car
- V.A.Tax (18%)

 

Package excludes ;
- Personal expenses
- Drinks

 

Departure : Minimum 8 pax

 

Tour Dates	Tour Rates
Minimum  8 Pax	125 $US per person

11- Edirne Tour – Full Day Tour
Duration   : Full Day
Standarts : Regular
Highlights : Old Mosque, Uc Serefeli Mosque, Selimiye Mosque, Semiz Ali Pasa Arasta, Meric Bridge (New Bridge), Kule Kapısı (12 C Tower Gate), Beyazit Külliyesi
Tour Rate : 125 $US per person  
Departure : Everyday for individuals and groups

 

Itinerary ;

EDİRNE

Eski Camii (Old Mosque), was built of cut stone and brick 1402-14 with fine white marble portal and decorative calligraphy on the interior walls and pillars.
Üç Serefeli Camii, the name of the mosque derived from the three balconies on the southeast minaret. Each balcony is reached by a separate stairway. The decorative tile designs on the minarets are all different. The minarets were the most important development in the structure of the mosque in the fifteenth century.
Selimiye Mosque Edirne's crowning glory, was built for Selim II, (1566-74) by Sinan who was the architect of the Abode of Felicity for 50 years. It was the masterpiece of Sinan's old age. The symmetrical design strongly emphasised by the four minarets and the soaring rise of the central dome.
Lunch
Semiz Ali Pasa Arasta is also the work of Sinan. Completed in 1589, it is a long tunnel-like building with shops on both sides. Here you may buy one of Edirne's specialities, soap shaped like fruit or vegetables.
Meric bridge (New Bridge) constructed at the junction of Meriç and Arda rivers between 1842 - 1847.
Kule Kapisi (12 C Tower Gate) is all that remains of the tower which once protected the principal gate of the citadel. It was rebuilt by the Byzantine emperor John Comnenus II (1118-43) as part of his repair of the Hadrianic defensive system.
Beyazit Kulliyesi is the largest in Edirne, the complex had a mosque and an hospital which was famous for the skill of its surgeons. In the octogonal, domed timarhane the insane were treated by musical therapy.

 

Package includes ;
- Pick up – drop of transfers
- Lunch
- Transportation by A/C No Smoking vehicle or bus

 

Package excludes ;
- Personal expenses
- Drinks

 

Departure : Minimum 8 pax

 

Tour Dates	Tour Rates
Minimum  8 Pax	125 $US per person

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