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Overview

About the Destination:

Uncover the beauty of Turkey tour with two of the most important bucket-list places, Istanbul and Cappadocia. Learn about the vast and diverse history while you roam the old town decorated with beautiful monuments and mosques. Cruise along the Bosphorus before driving to the fairy-tale land of Cappadocia. Experience the breathtaking formations as you walk around and take off on a hot-air balloon for a better view! Then fly back to Istanbul in comfort.


Quick Info:

  • Route: Istanbul - Bursa - Sapanca - Cappadocia
  • Duration: 8 Nights/9 Days
  • Start Point: Istanbul Atatürk Airport (IST)
  • End Point: Istanbul Atatürk Airport (IST)

Foremost Necessary Schengen Visa Requirements:

Valid National Passport: Issued within the last 10 years and with at least 3 months validity after the scheduled return, with at least two blank pages.

Proof of Financial Status:  

➔ Last 3 months salary slips and last 3 months salary bank account statements. 

➔ Last 3 months personal bank account statements. 

➔ Personal ITR for the last 3 assessment years. 

Introduction Letter: “No objection statement” regarding the planned trip to Switzerland/Schengen States. 

Proof of accommodation in Switzerland/Schengen states: Confirmation of hotel reservation, package tour, advance payments.


Handpicked Inclusions:

  • Accommodation in 04 Star Hotel
  • Breakfast included on daily basis at the Hotel
  • Two-way transfers from airport to hotel


How to Reach?

The best way to reach Istanbul is by taking a flight from India to the Istanbul Atatürk Airport (IST) from any of the major cities of India like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, and the like. Some of the major airlines flying to Turkey from India are Air India, Ukraine International Airlines, Oman Air, Aeroflot, Turkish Airlines etc.

Itinerary

Day 1
Welcome to Istanbul | Welcome to the land of four seasons
İstanbul
  • Meet our representative at the IST/SAW airport and get transferred to your pre-booked hotel.
  • Upon arrival at your hotel, complete the check-in formalities and rest for some time.
  • The day is free for leisure where you can stroll the local places and flea markets or 
  • Return back to your hotel and enjoy a comfy overnight stay in Istanbul.
Day 2
Sightseeing at Istanbul | Be mesmerized by the beauty of Blue Mosque
İstanbul

Duration: 8 hours (approx) | Transfers: Private/SIC | Pick up/ Drop Point: Hotel | Pickup Time: 08:30 A.M.

  • Wake up in the morning, have a hearty breakfast and get ready for a full day city tour.
  • Begin your Istanbul tour by visiting the heart of old Istanbul, Hagia Sophia - a museum famed for its mosaics, including glittering portraits of emperors and empresses and a poignant Virgin and Child
  • Next, visit the Blue Mosque, the only imperial mosque with six minarets. Its courtyard is especially grand. The Hippodrome, the stadium of ancient Byzantium, held 100,000 spectators and featured objects from all corners of the empire. Of these, an Egyptian obelisk and a bronze sculpture of three entwined serpents from Delphi survive. 
  • Wander through the Grand Bazaar in the old city with 4,000 shops full of treasures including carpets and kilims, silks, jewelry, ceramics, icons and leather goods. 
  • Visit Topkapi Palace, the great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries, housing an exquisite collection of precious gems, jewelry thrones of sultans, robes worn by the sultans and their families, miniatures, the Holy Mantle and the Chamber of Sacred Relics. 
  • Last but by no means least, visit the New Mosque, an Imperial Mosque and one of the famous architectural landmarks of Istanbul.
  • Return back to your hotel after an exhilarating day and enjoy an overnight stay in Istanbul.
Day 3
Istanbul to Busra | Soak yourself in panoramic views
Bursa

Duration: 10 hours (approx) | Transfers: Private/SIC | Pick up/ Drop Point: Hotel | Pickup Time: 08:30 A.M.

  • Wake up in the morning, have a hearty breakfast and enjoy a full-day tour from Istanbul to Bursa, the former capital of the Ottoman State as well as one of the most industrialized metropolitan centers in the country.
  • Take the ferry from Yenikapi to Yalova, after which you will be escorted by bus to Bursa.
  • On arrival in Bursa, visit the historical covered bazaar and Ulu Cami, the Grand Mosque. 
  • Get a chance to see the magical beauty of Bursa by cable car, an optional excursion that depends upon the weather conditions.
  • Visit the Green Mosque and Green Mausoleum before beginning the return journey back. 
  • Return back to your hotel in Istanbul and enjoy an overnight stay in Istanbul.
Day 4
Full Day Bursa Tour with Lunch | Escape to dramatic mountain backdrop
Bursa

Duration: 10 hours (approx) | Transfers: Private/SIC | Pick up/ Drop Point: Hotel | Pickup Time: 08:30 A.M.

  • Wake up in the morning, have a hearty breakfast and enjoy a full-day tour from Istanbul to Bursa, the former capital of the Ottoman State as well as one of the most industrialized metropolitan centers in the country.
  • Take the ferry from Yenikapi to Yalova, after which you will be escorted by bus to Bursa.
  • On arrival in Bursa, visit the historical covered bazaar and Ulu Cami, the Grand Mosque on your Turkey tour
  • Get a chance to see the magical beauty of Bursa by cable car, an optional excursion that depends upon the weather conditions.
  • Visit the Green Mosque and Green Mausoleum before beginning the return journey back. 
  • Return back to your hotel in Istanbul and enjoy an overnight stay in Istanbul.
Day 5
Bursa to Sapanca | Charming nature, beautiful atmosphere and clean air
Sapanca
  • Wake up with a lovely breakfast and complete the check out formalities and proceed towards to Sapanca.
  • Sapanca is a unique location where views of the forests and lake meet.
  • As you arrive get transferred to your pre-booked hotel, complete all the check in formalities.
  • The rest of the day is at leisure for you to explore the places around.
  • Overnight stat at Sapanca.
Day 6
Sapanca Sightseeing
Sapanca
  • Wake up with a delicious breakfast and an amazing view.
  • we visit Masukiye area with its famous forests and waterfalls
  • then we visit Zoo in the area then after having lunch we visit SAPANCA lake in city and it is considered as one of the most beautiful places in the Asian side of Turkey.
  • visit KARTEPE HILL to enjoy the amazing landscape of the area and snow games. We visit shopping mall in Istanbul City and Turkish delight and honey shops.
  • Overnight at Sapanca.
Day 7
Sapanca to Istanbul
İstanbul
  • Wake up in the morning and enjoy your lavish breakfast with the scenic view, later complete the check out formalities and drive towards to Istanbul.
  • Enjoy your 2 hour scenic drive to Istanbul.
  • Upon reaching to Istanbul, get transferred to your pre-booked hotel and complete the check in formalities.
  • The rest of the day is at leisure.
  • Overnight at Istanbul
Day 8
Half Day Ottoman Relics Tour
İstanbul
  • Wake up in the morning and enjoy your healthy breakfast at your hotel and get ready for the half day tour.
  • Begin your tour by visiting the, Topkapi Palace the great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries, housing an exquisite collection of precious gems, jewelry thrones of sultans, robes worn by the sultans and their families, miniatures, the Holy Mantle and the Chamber of Sacred Relics. 
  • Next, visit the Blue Mosque, the only imperial mosque with six minarets. Its courtyard is especially grand. The Hippodrome, the stadium of ancient Byzantium, held 100,000 spectators and featured objects from all corners of the empire. Of these, an Egyptian obelisk and a bronze sculpture of three entwined serpents from Delphi survive. 
  • Wander through the Grand Bazaar in the old city with 4,000 shops full of treasures including carpets and kilims, silks, jewelry, ceramics, icons and leather goods.
  • Return back to your hotel after an exhilarating day and enjoy an overnight stay in Istanbul.


Day 9
Departure
İstanbul
  • Wake up in the morning, have a scrumptious breakfast and pack your bags for your departure.
  • Complete the check-out formalities and get ready to leave for airport.
  • Take a bag full of memories to cherish for eternity.


Select Package Options


Price Includes
  • Stay

    Stay on a double and triple sharing basis

  • Meals

    All Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included as per the itinerary.

  • Transfers

    Airport pick up and drop as per your flight timings

    Comfortable and hygienic A/C vehicle for sightseeing on all days as per the itinerary

  • Guide

     Professional English speaking guide to help you explore the cities

  • Sightseeing

More Details about

Know Before You Go

  • Visa assistance will be provided however charges are not included.
  • Travel Insurance is recommended and charges are not included.
  • Please carry valid Ids and the Thrillophilia voucher.
  • Please depart on suggested timings to avoid any inconvenience.
  • International / Domestic flights are not included in the package.
  • Personal Expenses and mandatory hotel taxes (if any) will be paid by the travelers at the destination.
  • The above mentioned rates for the package are valid till March 2022 only

Things To Carry

  • Walking shoes
  • Swimwear
  • Caps