Day 1 – Istanbul – Arrival Day
Welcome to Türkiye Istanbul Airport. At the Arrival Hall, you will be met by the TPI Rep and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2 – Istanbul City Tour
(Breakfast included)
Pick up at 08:30am from your hotel for a day tour of old Istanbul city.
Visit to TOPKAPI PALACE The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries housing an exquisite collection of crystal, 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. Then proceed to ST. SOPHIA This ancient basilica, built by Constantine the Great in the 4th century and reconstructed by Justinian in the 6th century, is one of the architectural marvels of all time.

SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE Across from St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. HIPPODROME Ancient Hippodrome, the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine.

Lunch break at 13:00pm.

After the lunch we will then take you to the GRAND COVERED BAZAAR In this labyrinth of streets and passages are more than 4,000 shops with each trade having its own area: the goldsmiths’ street, the carpet sellers, Turkish arts and crafts, such as hand-painted ceramic plates, hand-honed copperware, brassware and trays, water ewers, onyx-ware and meerschaum pipes. After the tour transfer back to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

Please Note : St. Sophia Museum Closed on Mondays , Topkapi Palace Closed on Tuesdays and The Grand Bazaar Closed on Sundays.

Day 3 – Istanbul (Vialand) Tour
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast at 09.00 am we depart for IsTanbul Tour that is Turkey’s first modern theme park, is located in Eyup district in Istanbul. The complex is settled on 600.000 m2 with more than 50 attractions including a 110 km/h fast-launched roller coaster, a water coaster combining a roller coaster experience with a water ride, and a family coaster. Other attractions contain a rapid river ride, drop tower, dark ride, and more. For the kids there is a carousel, playgrounds, mini-cars and 3D movies. The park’s theme reflects the daily life in old Istanbul and furthermore features a large shopping centre next to the park. Istanbul has been designed as different areas in order to serve to guests of all ages and preferences. It also allows guests access easily to any variety of fun they want to join within the park. We will be back to hotel around 16.30. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 4 – Istanbul Aquarium Tour
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast at 09.30 wil take you for a visit the thousands of different inhabitants of the sea world including sharks, giant stingrays, piranhas and octopus. Istanbul Sea Life Akvaryum, the first modern giant aquarium in Turkey presents an unprecedented experience to visitors and introduces various inhabitants of underwater collected from all around the world. There are 29 different aquariums with different themes from the Mediterranean and Aegean seas. The largest of 29 aquariums in Istanbul Sea Life Akvaryum is filled with 5 million litres of water and includes an 80-meter-long acrylic underwater tunnel. The most spectacular site is the colossal observation deck featuring 270 degrees’ underwater views of the magnificent aquarium.
invites you to explore the magical world of the underwater. Do not miss this fascinating experience. We will back to hotel around 16:00pm. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 5 – Istanbul Prince’s Island Tour
(Breakfast included)
Enjoy a cruise in the Marmara Sea to Istanbul’s famous Prince’s Islands. This is your opportunity to see Topkapi Palace, Leander’s Tower and Uskudar from the sea. Stop at Buyukada, the popular summer resort with sandy beaches and pinewood scenery, once the pleasure island of Byzantine Princes. During the Summer season, enjoy the magical atmosphere that the Island’s beach resort has to offer including many optional water sporting activities. After your tour, we will transfer you back to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 6 – Miniaturk Museum and Shopping Tour
(Breakfast included)
Today, we will visit the largest miniature park in the world. Miniaturk is a miniature park in Istanbul, Turkey. It was opened May 2, 2003. Miniaturk covers a total area of 60.000 m2. It is the world’s largest miniature park with its 15.000 m2 model area. Miniaturk has 40.000 m2 of open space, 3.500 m2 of covered area, 2.000 m2 of pools and waterways, and a parking lot with a capacity of 500 vehicles.
The park contains 105 models done in 1/25th scale. 45 of the structures are from Istanbul, 45 are from Anatolia, and 15 are from the Ottoman territories that today lie outside of Turkey. Also featured are historic structures like the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus and the Mausoleum of Maussollos at Halicarnassus (now Bodrum). Additional space was reserved for potential future models. Murti’s Tour will then take you to visit Pierloti: At the top of Eyup Sultan Cemetery, you can find one of the best places to look at the famous Golden Horn of Istanbul, this place, that now is a cafe called Pierre Loti Cafe, as a memorial for the writer Pierre Loti, a regular of the cafe, mainly for the views. Cevahir Shopping Center Cevahir Shopping Centre, is a modern shopping and entertainment centre located in the Sisli district of Istanbul, Turkey. Called also Sisli Kultur ve Ticaret Merkezi (Sisli Cultural and Trade Centre). Cevahir Mall is one of the largest shopping centres in Europe. After the tour, return to your hotel. Overnight Istanbul.

Day 7 – Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise and Shopping Tour
(Breakfast included)
Pick up at 08:30am from the hotel and depart for the Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise and Shopping Tour. BOSPHORUS BY BOAT a traditional excursion by boat along the waterway separating Europe and Asia. The shore is lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. During the excursion, you will see the magnificent sights of the following attractions from your boat. See Dolmabahce Palace, and further along, the parks and imperial pavilions of Yildiz Palace. On the coastal edge of this park, is Ciragan Palace, 300 meters of its marble facade faces the shore. At Ortakoy a great variety of artists gather every Sunday to display their work along the street. Ortakoy is a symbol of tolerance with a church, a mosque and a synagogue existing side by side for centuries.

RUMELI FORTRESS Built by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1452 prior to the conquest of Istanbul was completed in only four months to control and protect the infamous Bosphorus passage. It is one of the most beautiful works of military architecture anywhere in the world. BEYLERBEYI PALAS (PALACE) The summer residence of Ottoman sultans exists in its original renovated glory featuring original antique furniture and magnificent gardens with the Harem on the Asian side of Istanbul.
BOSPHORUS BRIDGE enjoy a unique chance to step from one continent (Asia) to another (Europe)

CAMLICA HILL the highest point in Istanbul. At the top of it you can rest and admire the magnificent panorama of Istanbul and the Bosphorus from the beautiful gardens, landscaped in traditional Turkish Ottoman style. SHOPPING TOUR (after cruise) Experience the traditional silk weaving skills of Turkish women at the carpet weaving courses provided by The Ministry of National Education. You will get the opportunity to see jewellery, handcrafts center and a modern leatherwear show. Enjoy the experience of shopping whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen, with Murti’s Tour’s local escort full of knowledge about how to haggle the streets of Istanbul. The rest of the evening is yours to explore Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 8 – Istanbul – End of Tour
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast check out from the hotel. We hope you have a memorable tour with us and we look forward to seeing you again. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for choosing us.

8 DAY FAMILY TOUR ISTANBUL INCLUDES:

• Arrival airport transfer from Istanbul Airport
• 7 nights hotel in Istanbul
• 7 open buffet breakfasts
• Guided Istanbul City Tour
• Guided Istanbul (Vialand) Tour
• Guided Istanbul Aquarium Tour
• Guided Istanbul Princes’ Island Tour
• Guided Miniaturk Museum and shopping Tour
• Guided Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise and Shopping Tour
• All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
• Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
  Professional English-speaking tour guides
• Return transfer to Istanbul Airport
  Hotel room taxes (%8)

TOUR EXCLUDES:

• International flights
  City tax
• Personal expenses: Lunches, extras at hotel or additional meals
• Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers
  Insurance: All types

Day 1 – Istanbul – Arrival Day
Welcome to Türkiye“ Istanbul Airport. At the Arrival Hall, you will be met by the TPI Rep and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2 – Istanbul City Tour
(Breakfast included)
Pick up at 08:30am from your hotel for a day tour of old Istanbul city.

Visit to TOPKAPI PALACE The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries housing an exquisite collection of crystal, 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. Then proceed to ST. SOPHIA This ancient basilica, built by Constantine the Great in the 4th century and reconstructed by Justinian in the 6th century, is one of the architectural marvels of all time. SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE Across from St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. HIPPODROME Ancient Hippodrome, the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine.

Lunch break at 13:00pm.

After the lunch we will then take you to the GRAND COVERED BAZAAR In this labyrinth of streets and passages are more than 4,000 shops with each trade having its own area: the goldsmiths’ street, the carpet sellers, Turkish arts and crafts, such as hand painted ceramic plates, hand-honed copperware, brassware and trays, water ewers, onyx-ware and meerschaum pipes. After the tour transfer back to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

Please Note : St. Sophia Museum Closed on Mondays , Topkapi Palace Closed on Tuesdays and The Grand Bazaar Closed on Sundays.

Day 3 – Istanbul (Vialand) Tour
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast at 09.00 we depart for Istanbul Tour which is Turkey’s first modern theme park, located in Eyup district in Istanbul. The complex is settled on 600.000 m2 with more than 50 attractions including a 110 km/h fast-launched roller coaster, a water coaster combining a roller coaster experience with a water ride and a family coaster. Other attractions contain a rapid river ride, drop tower, dark ride, and more. For the kids there is a carousel, playgrounds, mini-cars and 3D movies. The park’s theme reflects the daily life in old Istanbul and furthermore features a large shopping centre next to the park. Istanbul has been designed as different areas in order to serve to guests of all ages and preferences. It also allows guests access easily to any variety of fun they want to join within the park. We will be back to hotel around 16.30. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 4 – Istanbul Aquarium Tour
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast at 09.30 wil take you for a visit the thousands of different inhabitants of the sea world including sharks, giant stingrays, piranhas and octopus. Sealife Istanbul Akvaryum is the first modern giant aquarium in Turkey presents an unprecedented experience to visitors and introduces various inhabitants of underwater collected from all around the world. There are 29 different aquariums with different themes from the Mediterranean and Aegean seas. The largest of 29 aquariums in Sealife Istanbul Akvaryum is filled with 5 million litres of water and includes an 80 meter long acrylic underwater tunnel. The most spectacular site is the colossal observation deck featuring 270 degrees underwater views of the magnificent aquarium.
invites you to explore the magical world of the underwater. Do not miss this fascinating experience. We will be back to hotel around 16.00. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 5 – Istanbul to Izmir and Kusadasi
(Breakfast and dinner included)
Free Day until departure for your domestic flight to Izmir. Transfer from airport and check in to your hotel in Kusadasi. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 6 – Kusadasi – Ephesus Tour – Turkish Village Sirince
(Breakfast and dinner included)
At 08.30, Departure from the hotel for a fully guided tour of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient sites in the world en – route, visiting the Temple of Artemis, Curetes street, famous Roman baths, Celsus Library and Grand theatre . Lunch break around 13.00. After the lunch, we will visit a place that continues to perform one of the oldest arts of Turkey; a carpet weaving center. After Lunch, we will do a Turkish Village Tour. Sirinces construction style today belongs to Anatolian Greeks. The houses on the slope are all Original with their white paints. Sirince Village also has a fantastic reputation for making some of the best wines in Turkey – especially fruit wines. We will visit the vineyards and it is time to learn how to make fruit wine with Turkish winemakers. In the evening, you will be tested about your knowledge of making fruit wine. On the way, we will visit one of the famous leather production centers of the region, where you will have the opportunity to get a good factory rate. On this guided tour, you will avoid the constant nagging and sometimes bullying that is well known in the markets of Turkey. Enabling you to enjoy the shopping experience whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 7 – Kusadasi Horse Riding
(Breakfast and dinner included)
Today, we have horse riding planned for you.

With the exception of pick-ups from hotels, the program is conducted by horseback. Experienced staff will ride alongside with you and there are horses that are suitable for both complete beginners and experienced riders. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 8 – Kusadasi – Izmir to Nevsehir / Kayseri airport and Cappadocia
(Breakfast and dinner included)
After breakfast, we depart for Izmir airport for our domestic flight to Cappadocia. Transfer from Kayseri airport to your Cave hotel. The rest of the day is yours to explore Cappadocia. Dinner and overnight in Cave Hotel in Cappadocia.

Day 9 – Cappadocia Tour
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner included)
After breakfast between 08:00 am and 09:30 am pickups from hotel. Final timing one day before will be given you by your tour consultant. We will drive you to Ozkonak Underground City, one of the best-preserved Underground cities in Cappadocia. Than visit to Uchisar Castle, the highest point of Cappadocia. After Uchisar, you visit Goreme Open Air Museum, the Heart of Cappadocia. Goreme Open Air Museum is famous for frescoes dating to 10th century describing the life of Jesus Christ and monks. Next stop is Cavusin, which is an abandoned village with old cave Greek houses. After Cavusin you go to the restaurant in Avanos to have lunch. After lunch, you visit a pottery work shop, to see how to make potteries. Then you go to Love Valley . Love Valley Cappadocia is a hidden valley with scenic formations to say the least. Despite the resemblance to man hood, these amazing rock formations are far from man-made. After Love Valley, you visit another workshop to see Cappadocian handwoven carpets and kilims. Next stop is Devrent Valley, which is also called Imagination Valley, where you can see natural rock formations looking like animals. Then you head to a wine shop in Urgup for wine tasting. Last stop is Three Beauties, three beautiful fairy chimneys with their hats, which is the symbol of Cappadocia. This tour will end approximately at 18.00 and you will be returned back to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 10 – Cappadocia to Istanbul – End of Tour
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast, you will have free time shopping in Cappadocia. Today, we depart for Kayseri airport for our domestic flight to Istanbul and then back to home. We hope you have a memorable tour with us and we look forward to seeing you again. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for choosing us..

10 DAY EXPERIENCE TURKEY TOUR INCLUDES:

• Arrival airport transfer from Istanbul Airport
• 4 nights’ hotel accommodation in Istanbul
• 3 nights’ hotel accommodation in Kusadasi
• 2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Cappadocia
• 9 open buffet breakfasts
• 5 dinners
• Guided Istanbul city tour
• Guided Istanbul Tour
• Guided Aquarium Tour
• Guided Kusadasi – Ephesus Tour
• Guided Turkish village tour
• Kusadasi Horse Riding
• Guided Cappadocia Tour
• All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
• Transportation in a fully air – conditioned, non – smoking coach
• Professional English – speaking tour guides
• Return airport transfer
  Hotel room taxes (%8)EXCLUDES:
• International flights
• City tax
• Insurance: All types
• Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers
• Turkey entry visa
• Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry
• Any others expenses which are not mentioned at the included section
• Domestic flight from Istanbul to Izmir
• Domestic flight from Izmir to Cappadocia
• Domestic flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul