ISTANBUL ANTALYA TOUR

 

 

5 Nights / 6 Days ISTANBUL / ANTALYA TOUR

 

Day 01
Arrive in Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Pick up service at airport. Transfer to hotel Afternoon tour to; Bosphorus Cruise on private boat enjoying the straits of both Europe and Asia with a possibility to photograph the unique beauties of the Bosphorus.Rumeli Fortress (from the boat - no interior visit), historical armament built by the Conqueror to control and protect the Bosphorus. A unique example of military architecture. Golden Horn (from the bus), the arm of the Bosphorus and a natural harbour of the historical peninsula separating the old and the new parts of İstanbul where the first colonies settled during the Byzantines. The residential area for Byzantine Jews, Italian traders and other non-muslim minorities. Drive along the traces of history at Balat viewing Metal Church of St. Stephen the Bulgarian, Jewish Hospital (Or-Ahayim), Fener Orthodox Patriarchate and 22 kms. long Byzantine City Walls, strongest fortification of the middle age. Cable car (teleferique) to Pierre Loti Coffee House.

 

Day 02
Tour of “Sultan Ahmet Center", the heart of the "Old City" from where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires were ruled.Hagia Sophia, the Church of Divine Wisdom, 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 İznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet. Hippodrome, center of sportive events (chariot races, athletics) and political activities of the old city. Serpentine Column, Obelisk of Theodosius and German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating the Hippodrome. Grand Covered Bazaar, most attractive shopping center and the biggest "souk" in the world with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewellery, gold, carpets, leatherware and souvenir. (Art demonstration of handmade Turkish carpets upon request) Lunch at a Turkish Restaurant. Topkapı Palace, residence of Ottoman Sultans exhibiting imperial treasury, sacred Islamic relics of Prophet Mohammed, kitchen, Chinese porcelain, weapons, calligraphy section etc. Live guide commentary is not allowed in special sections. (Harem is not included in the program)Sultan Tombs, there are five tombs of Ottoman Sultans within the graveyard at Hagia Sophia. The ceramic panels are the most beautiful examples of the 16th century with purple, red, green and blue flower motives. Prince robes and a small piece from the Kaaba covers are displayed on the sarcophaguses.(B,L).

 

Day 03
Check out from hotel and transfer to Ataturk Airport . Arrive in Antalya Airport. Transfer to hotel. Day at leisure (B, D)

 

Day 04
This is the most popular tour for the families with children, to enjoy the water fun and slides for all day. The tour starts in the morning. After transfer to the Water Park, the facilities are announced and described by the management and the clients are free to enjoy any water entertainment they wish. The children are screaming with joy when playing with water, while their parents are Sun bathing, swimming or relaxing under shelter. Please kindly note that we have two different alternative of waterpark AQUALAND in Antalya and TROY in Belek. Please ask for further details to your guide. Paying extra or buying the tour together, there is also availability to join the Dolphin show programme while in both Waterpark (B, L, D).

 

Day 05
Perge: Perge, firstly founded in around 1200 BC, is the closest significant Roman ruin to Antalya, and well worth a visit.Aspendos: Situated a little way oft the Antalya-Alanya main road and dates back to the 5th century BC. This extremely well preserved Roman amphitheatre, which was built around the 2nd century AD, was later used by the Seljuks as a caravanserai. With a seating capacity of over 17 000 it is still used today to host spectacular concerts, ballets and other significant events.Side: Side was an ancient maritime city of Pamphylia in the ancient time. Naturally, Side used to be one of the most important trade centers in the antiquity and now it is one of the most popular holiday resort in Turkey.Manavgat Waterfall on the Manavgat River is near the city of Side, and 3km north of Manavgat. Its high flow over a wide area as it falls from a low height is best viewed from a high altitude. Overnight in Antalya (B, L, D)

 

Day 06
After breakfast transfer to the airport in Antalya (B)

 

Inclusions
2 nights accomodation in Istanbul BB
3 nights accomodation in Antalya HB
Airport transfers are on SIC basis
Tours are as per the itinerary
Entrance fees to the mentioned sights
English speaking guidance
Local lunch during full day tour

 

Exclusions
Airfare (Istanbul-Antalya & Antalya-Istanbul)
Visa
Portorages
Personel expenses
Meals If not mentioned in the itinerary
(B:Breakfast /L:Lunch /D:Dinner)
Anything not mentioned in the itinerary