Tour Plan
Day 1: Arrive in Istanbul
Upon arrival at The Istanbul International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Sultanahmet. There is no schedule on your program today. Have a rest. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2: Istanbul (Breakfast) - Old City Tour-Overnight in Istanbul
Your guide will meet you after breakfast for Old town tour of Istanbul. A short walk takes you to;
Hagia Sophia:Â The Church of Holy Wisdom was the largest church in the Christian world for a thousand yearsundoubtedly one of the greatest architectural creations in the world, was used as a mosque during Ottomans and now serves as a museum.
Byzantine Hippodrome:Â The center for entertainment, amusement and sports in the city during the Roman and Byzantine Empires. The Egyptian Obelisk, the serpentine column and the German fountain of Willhelm II are sites to be visited.
Blue Mosque:Â The Sultan Ahmed Mosque is the most famous monument in both the Turkish and the Islamic worlds,is famous with its blue ceramic tiles and six minarets.
Grand Bazaar: The oldest and the largest covered market place in the world with more almost 4000 shops owing rich collection of handmade carpets, jewelery, leather and souvenirs.
Topkapi Palace: Topkapi Palace is certainly the most important historical site to be visited in Istanbul. It is one of the most frequently visited museums of Europe and is the most visited one in Turkey. The former imperial residence of Ottoman Sultans and 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. The harem section is extra fee to visit. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 3: Istanbul - Flight to Antalya –Daily Antalya Tour (Lunch) - Overnight in Antalya
Early Flight you are transferred to Istanbul Airport to Antalya. You will be welcomed by your tour guide at the exit of Airport in Antalya. We will arrange a private, comfortable, non-smoking, A/C vehicle and a private driver.
Tour starts with a comfortable drive to Perge. An important city of ancient Pamphylian, Perge was originally settled by the Hittites around 1500 BC. St. Paul preached some of his first sermons here. After drive to Aspendos one of the best preserved theatres in the world with seating for 15,000. Still used today, the theater galleries, stage decorations and acoustics all testify to the architects success. After depart for Side where you will have free time for shopping and see the Ancient Temple on the beach.The order of visits can be interchanged by your guide. Overnight in Antalya.
Day 4: Antalya - Flight to Istanbul(Breakfast)
After Breakfast, tour starts with a walk through the 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 and Republic Square.Following the Old City tour, you will drive to see one of the waterfalls in Antalya. You will drive the first set of falls called Karpuzkaldiran Falls and then pdrive the upper falls, Duden Falls. You will have a relaxing walk around the waterfall and free time for coffee break. Overnight in Antalya.
Day 5: Istanbul Flight (Breakfast) - Free Day in Istanbul - Overnight in Istanbul
After breakfast, transfer to Airport for flight to Istanbul. You will be transferred to Hotel in Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 6: Transfer to Istanbul International Airport for flight back home
After breakfast transfer to your international flight back home. End of our Service.
What's Included?
Professional English Speaking tour guide (Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese speaking guides can be organised when request)
Private transportation with A/C non- smoking vehicles
Private driver
Domestic flight tickets as described in the itinerary
Accommodation including breakfast
Lunches as described in the itinerary
Entrance Fees to the scheduled museums
Local taxes and insurance
Parking fees
What's Excluded (Optional)?
Personal expenses such as Drinks
International flight tickets
Personal travel insurance
Tips
Optional activities such as Balloon Ride, Turkish Night, Turkish Bath…