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TOURS & ANATOLIA TRIPS |
TOUR
1 - BYZANTINE TOUR - REGULAR HALF DAY

St.
Sophia: The Church of Holy Wisdom, undoubtedly one of
the greatest architectural creations in the World used as
a mosque during Ottomans and serving as a museum today.
Bynzantine Hippodrome: The center for entertainment
and sports in the city during the Roman and Byzantine Empires.
The Egyptian Obelisk, the Serpentine Column and the German
Fountain of Wilhelm II are suites to be visited.
Blue Mosque: The Sultan Ahmed Mosque, one of the most
revered masterpieces of the Islamic World. Famous with its
blue ceramic tiles and six minarets.
Grand Bazaar: The oldest and the largest covered market
place in the World with nearly 4.000 shops full of rich collections
of carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs.
(Art demonstrations of hand made Turkish carpets at the
end of the tour)
St. Sophia (Hagia Sophia) closed on Mondays
Grand Bazaar closed on Sundays
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TOUR
2 - OTTOMAN TOUR - REGULAR HALF DAY

Topkapi
Palace: The former imperial residence of Ottoman Sultans
is one of the oldest and the largest remaining palaces in
the World. Today it is used as a museum to exhibit works of
art and many priceless artifacts.
Harem section is not included in the program; visits are
due to extra entrance fee. Topkapi Palace closed on Tuesdays.
Suleymaniye Mosque: The biggest mosque in Istanbul,
beautifully outstanding even among all these domes and minarets
that define the skyline of Istanbul, was built by Mimar Sinan
in the 16th century in the name of Sultan Suleyman called
"Magnificent Suleyman".
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TOUR
3 - BYZANTINE & OTTOMAN TOUR - REGULAR FULL DAY

This
tour is a combination of Tour 1 and Tour 2 including lunch.
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TOUR
4 - BOSPHORUS CRUISE TOUR - REGULAR HALF DAY

Spice
Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar): Spices shops selling fruits,
vegetables, flowers, fish and all kings of spices etc., spread
mystical smells of different aromas.
Bosphorus Cruise: Cruise through the waterway separating
the two continents, Asia and Europe, with a possibility to
take photographs of marble palaces, ancient wooden villas
of Ottoman Architectures next to the modern residential and
luxury apartments.
Rumeli Fortress: Historical armament, built by the Conqueror
to control and protect Bosphorus, is a unique example of military
architecture. (No interior visit).
(Art demonstration of hand made Turkish carpets at the
end of the tour).
Daily morning tours terminate at Sultanahmet center in front
of St. Sophia.
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TOUR
5 - TWO CONTINENTS TOUR - EUROPE & ASIA - REGULAR HALF DAY
AFTERNOON

Beylerbeyi
Palace: Built on the site of an older mansion in the 19th
century and used as the summer residence of Ottoman Sultans..
Camlica Hill: One of the highest points where one can
overlook Istanbul and take nice pictures.
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TOUR
6 - BOSPHORUS & TWO CONTINENTS TOUR - REGULAR FULL DAY

Combination
of Tour 4 and Tour 5 including lunch.
Spice bazaar may be substituted with Bedesten or Zyndan
Han
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TOUR
7 - PRINCES' ISLANDS TOUR - FULL DAY / LUNCH INCLUDED

Cruise
by ferry boat to Princes' Islands in the sea of Marmara. Stop
at the biggest one called Buyukada famous with sandy beaches
and pinewood scenery, was the most popular resort among Byzantine
Princes. A wonderful trip by horse-drawn carriage car called
phaeton before lunch. Return to Istanbul and transfer to hotels
in the evening. Operates all year round.
(Art demonstration of hand made Turkish carpets at the
end of the tour).
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TOUR
8 - 1001 NIGHTS: ISTANBUL BY NIGHT TOUR - NIGHT TOUR

Dinner
will be served at exclusive nightclub where authentic Turkish
dishes can be tasted with a half bottle of wine or soft drinks.
You can imagine the life of Anatolian civilization while watching
Anatolian Folklore groups featuring popular musical instruments.
Impressive Floorshow of Belly Dancers will take you to the
mystic nights of Orient. It will be interesting to hear Turkish
singer, who signs in many languages which might also be yours
as well.
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TOUR
9 - BOSPHORUS BY NIGHT ON LUXURY CRUISE

Night
tour, open buffet, barbeque, unlimited local drinks.
This enchanted night cruise starts while you are sipping 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, specialties of Turkish
Cuisine and barbecue unlimited local drinks.
The twinkling lights of the European shores from Tarabya to
Kabatas. Transfer to Hotels before saying "Good night!"
to Istanbul.
Advance reservation required not later than 15:00
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TOUR
10 - GREEN BURSA - DAY TRIP, LUNCH INCLUDED

Early
departure to Yalova by ferryboat followed by a short drive
to Bursa Green Mosque, Green Mausoleum and Grand Mosque will
be visited before lunch at a very nice restaurant where you
can taste "Kebab of Alexander the Great". You will
also visit the Covered Bazaar and Old Silk Market. Climb to
Uludag, the legendary Mount Olympos, by teleferic (Cable Car)
to overlook Bursa and take nice pictures. Late evening return
to Istanbul and drop back to hotels.
Minimum 8 person is required for that tour to be operated.
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TOUR
11 - TROY & GALLIPOLI (ANZACS) - LONG DAY TOUR LUNCH &
DINNER INCLUDED

Early
drive to the Dardanelles, battlefields of the World War I
at Gallipoli where you will see Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Australian
Memorial, and Johnston's Jolly & Chunk Bair New Zealand
Memorial, the Trenches and war memorials of both the Turkish
and Anzac troops. Lunch is on the way of Gallipoli.
Cross the Dardanelles by ferry and proceed to Troy the legendary
city of Homer's Iliad and the city of Helen. The first excavations
were made by German archaeologist Heinrich Schliermann in
1871 revealing that Troy was not just a myth. During this
time, 10 different cities have been discovered. See the excavations
showing several layers of these civilizations, and the replica
of the famous Trojan horse. Late return to Istanbul and dinner
on the way. Drop back to your hotel.
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TOUR
12 - EPHESUS & VIRGIN MARY'S HOUSE
Early
morning flight or night bus to Izmir then drive to Selcuk
and visit the Shrine of Virgin Mary at Mount Solmissos where
she is believed to spent her last days, one of the "Seven
Churches of Revelation".
Proceed to the ancient Greco-Roman city of Ephesus, the best
preserved one in today's world. Ruins include Marble Street,
Odeon, Bouleterion, Temple of Hadrian and Serapic, Agora,
Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, Double Church, Arcadian
Way, and Gate of Magnesia. Visit to St. John Baslica and the
Temple fo Artemis, one of the "Seven Wonders of the Ancient
World". Return to Izmir and evening flight or bus to
Istanbul.
Tour 12 & 13 can be combined with 1 overnight in Izmir
or Kusadasi as a mini stay trip.
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TOUR
13 - PERGAMUN
Early
morning flight or night buses to Izmir then drive to Pergamum
where you can visit the most beautiful cities fo the Hellenistic
World. The city of different healing methods like therapy
with music and sound of water were first used. Visit to Aesculapium,
ancient medical center built in the name of Aesculapis, "God
of Medicine". Lunch and proceed to Pergamum Acropolis.
Visit Trojan, Athena and Dionysos Temples, Altar of Zeus,
Gymnasium of Youth, Odeon, Library, Agora, Great Theatre and
Roman Bath. Kizil Avlu (Red Courtyard or Red Church) served
as a Temple of Serapic, an Egyptian God, used like church
and known one of the "Seven Churches of Revelation".
Before leaving PErgamum, visit local Archeological Museum.
Return to Izmir and evening flight or bus to Istanbul.
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TOUR
14 - PAMUKKALE (HIERAPOLIS)
Early
morning flight or night bus to Izmir. Proceed to Pamukkale
(Cotton Castle), a beautiful and spectacular natural site,
unique in the world Visit the ruins of the biggest Necropolis
Graveyard of the ancient world, Roman Baths, Basilica and
calcium cliffs. Drive to Aphrodisias. After lunch visit the
Greco-Romen settlement which is remarkably well preserved.
The ancient city is dedicated to the Goddess of Love, Aphrodite.
Visiting Archaeological Museum before leaving Pamukkale. Return
to Izmir for evening flight or bus to Istanbul.
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TOUR
15 - CAPPADOCIA
Day
1: Pick up and transfer from Kayseri airport to Cappadocia.
Proceed to Devrent Valley to see the unique fairy-chimneys.
Then visit Zelve Open Air Museum, where theree canyons meet
in the valley. Drive to Pasabag (Monk's) Valley to see the
most interesting mushroom-shaped pinnacles. Pracitice pottery
production with the ancient techniques in Avanos. Visit another
beautiful open air museum at Goreme where the remains of rock-cut
churches and Christian settlements which date back hundreds
of years. Lastly, before returning to your hotel, visit the
natural castles at Uchisar. Dinner and overnight at hotel.
Day 2: Early departure for visit Red valley, and explore
the famous rock-cut churches and hike 5 km through the Gulludere
valley. Then visit Cavusin Village is famous for the houses
and churches of the Christian clergymen. Drive to the Pigeon
Valley for lunch. Visit Laymakli underground city where early
Christians lived in fear and faith. On the way back visit
the natural castles at Ortahisar and Greek village of Mustafapasa.
Day 3: Derinkuyu Underground city to visit the huge
refugee settlement carved by early Christians, where they
could hide from persecutors. From Derinkuyu continue to hte
beautiful valley of Ihlara, formerly known as Peristerema.
Explore the famous rock-cut churches and hike 4 km through
the valley. On the way back, visit the monasteries in Selime
village and 13th century Caravansary built by Selcuk Turks
on the silk Road. Transfer to airport.
This tour may start from Ankara. Visiting anatolian civilizations
(Hittite) Museum, Mausoleum of Ataturk
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TOUR
16 - CAPADOCCIA, KONYA, PAMUKKALE, APHRODISIAS, EPHESUS, IZMIR
Day
1, Ankara / Cappadocia: Tour starts in the morning from
the hotel or from the airport. Visit the Hittite Museum and
Mausoleum of Ataturk. After lunch drive to Cappadocia, Dinner
& overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 2, Cappadocia: Breakfast at the hotel, morning
visit to the underground city of Kaymakli & Citadel of
Uchisar. After lunch continue with the valley of "Goreme"
open air museum. The last sites will be Pasabag valley and
Avanos. Return to the hotel for dinner & overnight in
Capadocia.
Day 3, Cappadocia / Konya / Pamukkale: Early departure
for Konya. On the way visit the 13th century Selcuk Caravanserai
"Sultanhan". The next stop will be Konya which is
famous with Mevlana Museum and the Theological School of Whirling
Dervishes. Lunch on route, drive to Pamukkale.
Overnight in Pamukkale.
Day 4, Pamukkale / Kusadasi: Breakfast and visit the
ancient city of Hierapolis. The ruins of the biggest Necropolis
Graveyard of the ancient world, Roman Barhs, Basilica and
calcium cliffs. Drive to Aphrodisias. After lunch visit the
Greco-Romen settlement which is remarkably well preserved.
The ancient city is dedicated to the Goddess of Love, Aphrodite.
Drive to Kusadasi, dinner and overnight.
Day 5, Kusadasi / Izmir: After breakfast at the hotel
drive to Selcuk and visit the House of Virgin Mary. Continue
to Ephesus, the Roman Capital of Asia Minor. Visit ruins of
Odeon, Hercules Gate, the temple of Hadrian, the magnificent
library, Agore and fantastic Greco-Roman theatre. After lunch
visit the Basilica of St. John drive to Izmir and transfer
to hotels or airport.
This tour can be extended to 7 days terminating in Istanbul
including Pergamum (Tour 13) & Troy (Tour 11).
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