General

This tour package welcomes you to an expedition to the two most extraordinary and indispensable travelers’ destinations in Turkey – Istanbul and Antalya, the cities with countless picturesque and antique beauties that magnificently blend with the modernism of the glimmering present-day novelties and architecture.

Throughout the trip you would come come across monuments, relics and legacies from thousands of years ago. The enchanting cities invite its guests to the stunning beaches and the historical and natural wonders. Come and catch hold of the magic that awaits you on a halal holiday.

Itinerary

Day-by-Day Schedule

Day 1: Arriving Istanbul

The hotel would be ready to greet you on the day of your arrival and a travel consultant would go through the itinerary with you. For the rest of the day you would get to rejuvenate at the hotel or go out to explore the new air around you in the city that is full of surprises.

On the first day you will have an overnight stay in Istanbul.

Day 2: Islamic Tour around Istanbul

Your exciting day would begin with a detailed stopover at the Hippodrome of Constantinople where you would get to explore the Serpent Column, Walled Obelisk, The Kaiser Wilhelm Fountain and not to mention the Blue Mosque with its impressive and prominent architecture. After this you’ll get to discover the Hagia Sophia or Ayasofya, which is among the most astonishing buildings in the history of design and architecture.

Later you will visit the Grand Bazaar, which is one of the biggest markets in the world with more than 4000 shops. It is truly a heaven for the ones who love to shop and get involved in the new culture.

After having lunch you will have a guided visit to Topkapi Palace – truly the finest looking palace in Turkey. This palace used to be the home for the Ottoman Sultans and today it is a superb place to have turned into a Museum to echo the grandeur of Sultans and their lifestyle.

This historic journey of Istanbul will wrap up with a stopover at the Rustem Pasha Mosque, which is the city’s architectural gem. At the conclusion of the tour, you will be transported back to the hotel around 5PM to appreciate another comforting overnight stay in Istanbul.

Note: Breakfast and Lunch included

Day 3: Istanbul to Bursa and back to Istanbul

Commence your morning with a nice breakfast at the hotel and get ready to set out to Bursa by a ferryboat ride. Cruising through Yalova on the way you would get to drive to Bursa while reveling in the gorgeous views of the countryside.

Hike up Uludag, the greatest mountain in northwestern Turkey; get on a cable car to realize the glory of Mount Olympos; visit the Ulu Cami (Bursa Grand Mosque), the Green Mausoleum and the Green Mosque; buy the souvenirs at the old Silk Market in the Covered Bazaar that has the vast collection of fine silk.

Later in the evening you will have a return trip to Istanbul to your hotel where you will have an overnight stay.

Note: Breakfast and Lunch included

Day 4: Bosphorus Cruise – The bordering strait between Asia and Europe

Start another exciting day with a ride along the Golden Horn that has a poetic charm when the beautiful sunsets reflect on its water. Walk down the winding streets of the town of Balat – a neighborhood that lodged the first Jews. Continue the trip to visit the Ahrida Synagogue, Metal Church of St Stephen the Bulgarian and Eyup Sultan Mosque.

Your next stop is going to be the Spice Bazaar where you would just absorb in the aroma of vividly tinted spices. From there, catch up a cruise traversing the Bosphorus on one of the ferries, letting you have the shot to see the two bridges that connect Asia and Europe.

Let the ferry anchor so you fancy a tour over the Bosphorus Bridge to the Camlica Hill and admire the sea views and have an altogether new perspective of the striking beauty of Istanbul.

Travel back to Europe with a stopover at Dolmabahce Palace that has well-manicured gardens and neoclassical outlook.

Day 4 would conclude with a night-stay at your hotel in Istanbul.

Note: Breakfast and Lunch included

Day 5: Catch a Flight to Antalya

Day 5 would come up with a thrilling plan to explore Antalya. Around 5 in the morning you will get picked up from the hotel and transported to airport where you would depart form Istanbul at 7:00 AM and reach Antalya at 8:10 AM.

You will be greeted on arrival and transferred to the 5-star Sahinn Paradise Hotel. This day you will have plenty of free time to roam around the city to explore its wonders. Revive during an overnight stay at the hotel.

Note: Breakfast and Dinner included

Day 6: Antalya Exploration

Free day in the hotel that you may spend strolling down the streets of the enchanting blue city.

Note: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Day 7: Fly back to Istanbul

Take a flight to Istanbul from Antalya after getting picked up from the hotel. Upon arrival in Istanbul you will be transported to the hotel where you will have a free afternoon to relax followed by an overnight stay.

Note: Breakfast included

Day 8: Departure from Istanbul

Check out from hotel (before 12:00 PM) after having breakfast. This tour and its services will conclude with your flight from Istanbul Airport.

Note: Breakfast included

This package includes…

• All hotel accommodations in the class you prefer
• All the mentioned city tours on regular group or privately guided
• The tour guide, licensed by the Ministry of Tourism, will accompany all tours.
• Entrance fee to all the sights mentioned in the itinerary
• All meals mentioned in the itinerary. Vegetarian meals are also available.
• Return flight tickets (including tax) from Istanbul to Antalya
• Accommodation in 5-star Sahinn Paradise Hotel for 2 nights (all inclusive)
• All ground transportation and round-trip airport transfers via comfortable air-conditioned minivans throughout the trip
• All parking fee, ferry fare, tolls and petrol
• Handling services and local taxes also included

This package does not include…

• International flights to/from Turkey
• Personal travel insurance
• Passport and Visa Fee (if required)
• Airport Taxes
• Tips to the driver, guide or staff at the hotels
• Items of personal use
• Hotel extras (minibar, telephone, internet, laundry, etc.), medical services and drinks with meals (except the drinks served with breakfast).
• Any other expenses not mentioned in the above section