Mr. Sarath Pillai x 2 // Turkey

Day 1 – ARRIVE Istanbul 

Welcome to Turkey – a mesmerizing land of Romans and Ottomans! On arrival in Istanbul, you will be welcomed by our local representative and transferred to your hotel. Istanbul is the capital for art and culture with a rich tradition in opera and ballet, theatres, concerts, art exhibitions, festivals, auctions, conferences and of course unique museums. It is a vibrant, modern and future-oriented metropolis.

Enjoy the Bosphorus Cruise (Seat in coach).

In the afternoon, enjoy the Bosphorus Cruise. The highlights of the tour includes visit to the City Walls, Golden Horn and a cable car ride to Pierre Loti Hill. Board the Bosphorus Cruise along the winding strait separating Europe and Asia. The coastline is a delightful mixture of the past and the present where one can enjoy the quaint beauty of the ancient wooden mansions, palaces of marble, fortresses and small fishing villages. Marvel at the Rumeli Fortress and Leander’s Tower from the boat.

Day 2 – In Instanbul

 Our shuttle will pick you up from hotel or from cruise port drop off back at the end of the tour.  You will visit the following sights with an experienced and licensed professional tour guide with this tour.

·         Byzantine Hippodrome : The former center for entertainment, sports and political activities in the city during the Roman and Byzantine Empires. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II.

·         Blue Mosque : One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarest.

·         Grand Bazaar : The oldest and the largest covered market place in the World with nearly 4.000 shops fuul of rich collections of carpets, jewellery, leather, and souvenirs.

·         Topkapi Palace :The 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

·         Treasury and Harem sections in Topkapi Palace are not included in the program and are due to extra entry.

·         Sultans Tombs : There are five tombs of Ottoman Sultans within the graveyard at St. Sophia. The ceramic panels are the most beautiful examples of the 16th century with purple, green, blue, and red flower motives. Prince robes and a small piece from the Kaaba covers are displayed on the sarcophaguses.

·         Topkapi Palace is closed on TUESDAY and this tour will be replaced with the Two Continents Tour on tuesday.

·         Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays.”

Day 3 – Istanbul – Antalya

This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Antalya
Note: Flight cost not included.

Transfer from Antalya airport to hotel in Antalya. Overnight in Antalya.

Day 4 – In Antalya     FULL DAY CITY TOUR WITH WATERFALL

“The tour will begin with a walk through the winding, narrow streets of the historic Old City of Antalya, also known as “”Kaleici””, which literally translates to “”inside the castle””. We will walk by sights such as Hadrian’s Gate, a glorious arch built in honour of the Roman emperor Hadrian; Hidirlik Tower which is one of the oldest surviving buildings in the city; Ottoman-era houses and gardens; and Republic Square. Following the Old City tour, you will hop on a 1-hour boat ride which will take you to a series of waterfalls in Antalya. You will cruise by the first set of falls called Karpuzkaldiran Falls and then pass by the upper falls, Duden Falls. There will be a lunch break on the boat before heading back to the port.”

Day 5 –  FULL DAY PAMUKKALE TOUR     “Pick & Drop off : Pick Available from Hotels in ANTALYA

Tour Highlights : Red Water Hot Springs. In Hierapolis Antique City, Necropolis, Roman Baths, Domitian Gate, Latrina, Oil Factory, Frontinious Street, Agora, Byzantium Gate, Triton Fountain, Cathedral, Apollon Temple, Plutonium, Theater, Antique Pool and Pamukkale white terraces.

·         First destination is Karahayit to see Red Spring Water. We will drive to Pamukkale and visit Hierapolis after Karahayit. The highlights of Hierapolis are Necropolis, Roman Baths, Domitian Gate, Latrina, Oil Factory, Frontinus Street, Agora, Byzantium Gate, Triton Fountain, Cathedral, Apollon Temple, Plutonium, Theater and Antique Pool.

·         Later we will take some photos from the nicest corners of Pamukkale.

Back to Antalya. Overnight at Antalya . 

Day 6 –  Antalya – Cappadocia

 After breakfast, you will be transfer to Antalya airport to catch the flight for kayseri. on arrival kyseri you will be transfer to Cappadocia Hotel. rest day is at leisure. Overnight at Hotel.

 Day 7 –  In Cappadocia 

 After Breakfast, You will visit the following sights with an experienced and licensed professional tour guide with this tour.

·         North Cappadocia tour also known as Red tour at Lonely Planet’s recommendations, is a great itinerary which covers all highlights of the North Cappadocia. When combined with South Cappadocia Tour at second day, two tours would cover all Cappadocia’s highlights.

·         . The first stop is UCHISAR CASTLE which is the highest rock formation of the region. In the first destination you will be informed about unique formations of Cappadocia by your tour guide and after being informed you will have free time to explore that place by yourself.

·         . The next destination is Pasabag Open Air Museum where you can see Rock-Cut Churches which are carved by early cristian monks. And the Churches of Cappadocia are also unique because of the tecnic that Cristians painted the walls. They are known as Frescoes which are mostly from 10th and 11th century. Our guides will give you information abaout Cristianty and Monastric Life of Cappadocia.

·         . After visiting Open Air Museum the next stop will be Cavusin which is the Old Greek Village to see old greek houses which are abandoned after Population Exchange in 1924.And then you will have

·         . Lunch in Avanos town. Avanos is located on the banks of Red River (Kizilirmak) which is the longest river in Turkey. And it is famous for Pottery Works which started around 2nd milenium B.C by Hitites. You will have a tour in the town and then you will visit Pottery workshop to be inform about red clay work and ceramics. Even one of the masters will demonstrate you how they are making the pots with the ancient tecnic by free-hand.

·         . Then you will visit Pasabagi where spectacular mushroom-shaped rock formations can be seen.Pasabagi is also called Monks Valley because of the Chapel of Saint Simeon which is located in the valley. . The next stop is Devrent Valley, which is also known as Imagination Valley. Valley contains many animal shaped rocks which are mostly in red colour. Some of the most frequent shapes are ; a Camel, a Lizard, an Owl, a Snake, a Chicken, a Hand, a Penguin but they can be changed by your own imagination.

Day 8 : Cappadocia – Kayseri – Istanbul

After breakfast you will be transfer to Kayseri Airport to Catch the flight for Istanbul. on arrival Islantbul you will be transfer to hotel . Check inn at Hotel. later you will be picked up from your hotel around 19:00-19:30 transfer to boat. We are offering a luxurious dinner cruise night out in Istanbul. Enjoy delicious gourmet foods while you dance with the panaromic view of the Bosphorus that separates the two continents Europe and Asia.

• Enjoy as you cruise
• No other Istanbul experience can match this unique combination of romantic ambiance. We combine fresh food with unparalleled views of Istanbul and live entertainment to create Istanbul’s leading Bosphorus Dinner Cruise. After the dinner you can enjoy the entertaining music provided by professional DJ and traditional show programs or simply relax with a drink and enjoy the view.

SHOW PROGRAM :

• Turkish Classical Dinner Music
• Belly Dancer
• Traditional Turkish Folk Dance
• Caucassian Folk Dance
• Professional DJ Performance

DINNER MENU:

• Welcome Cocktail
• 10 kinds of Cold Mezes (Starters)
• Fresh seasonal salad
• ENTREE ( Main Dish with 4 options)

–          Grilled Fish with scallion garden rocket, mashed potatoes and lemon

–          Grilled Chicken Steak with rice and mashed potatoes

–          Grilled Meat Ball with rice and mashed potatoes

–          Vegetarian Meal

• Fruit
• Unlimited local Alcoholic Drinks (include a selection of local wines, beers, raki,vodka, gin and soft drinks)

Day 9 – Departure from Istanbul

Today, afterbreakfast, check out from hotel, keep your luggage at hotel and day free at your lesiure. later you will be transfer to Istanbul Airport to take the flight for your home toen. Tour ends with Happy Memories. 

Tour Cost INR 76,600 /- Per Person on twin / double sharing Basis

• 8 Nights Accommodation as above or Similar Hotel
• 08 Breakfast
• Return Airport transfers
• Sightseeing’s as mentioned above.
• transfers as mentioned in the Itinerary.
• Sightseeing as per the itinerary.
• Service of English speaking guide.

  Excludes

• All sights & Entrance fees not mentioned, Tips, Items of a Personal Nature i.e. gratuities, laundry, drinks etc.
• 5% TCS will be applicable on Tour Cost.
• Visa cost 
• All personal incidental expenses
• Any item not included in the itinerary
• Tipping for driver and guide
• Travel Insurance 
• Cost of meal other then mention above
• Surcharge if any applicable
• A surcharge cost applies during Peak Season (Christmas, New Year, Chinese New Year, Holy Week, Other Holidays and Festivals).

Flight Details : INR 84,600 /- PP

 Please Note :-

• The prevailing Rate of Exchange of the day of payment will be applicable.
• The passport should be valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure.
• We are not holding any air seats and hotel bookings at this point of time
• Confirmation of Hotels and other services is subject to availability. Alternate room category, hotels and air bookings may attract extra cost
• Above price is not applicable during Convention Period, High season, Festivals or Fairs. Surcharge may be applicable
•  Hotel Check Inn Time 1500 Hrs Early check in and late check out subject to availability. Itineraries are subject to change
• For Security Deposits, Credit card copy is required at the time of hotel check in. Prevailing rate of exchange will be applicable at the time of payment
• Policy : Child rates apply for Child U/12 yrs of age sharing room with parents.