Day 01 Depart from Malaysia
Day 02 Istanbul Arrival Day (-,L,D)
Welcome to Istanbul! After meeting with the English speaking tour director we will commence with sightseeing in Istanbul, covering the following: Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmet Mosque), a 16th century’s religious center and the only mosque in Istanbul with 6 minarets. Hippodrome square where horse carriage and gladiator fights took place during the Byzantian Empire. It is decorated today with an Egyptian Column, Serpentane Column and Ibrahim Pasa Palace (view only). Next, Topkapi Palace – a museum palace with a wide collection of Porcelains, Treasuries, religious collect peace. It is the first Great Imperial Palace of Ottoman Dynasty. Visit St. Sophia (Hagia Sophia), at one time a cathedral and a mosque, a now a magnificent museum. Overnight in Istanbul
Day 03 Istanbul (B,L,D)
After breakfast, Bosphorous Cruise trip. Here, you will be able to soak in the sights and sounds of Turkey’s Asia and Europe sector as you cruise through this water channel that is the very beat of life in Istanbul. Witness the magnificent architecture of the buildings along the river and the interesting activities of our local people. We will get very chance of taking photo of Rumeli Castle and Anatolia Castle build by the conquerer of Istanbu in 1453. Next, continue to visit Spice Market (Egyptian Market), this marketplace was constructed in the 1660s as part of the New Mosque complex, with rents from the shops going to support the upkeep of the mosque and its charitable activities. It was called the Egyptian Market because it was famous for selling goods shipped in from Cairo. Next, why not to visit and enjoy leather outlet and light fasion show. Continue to visit and walking tour on Istiklal Street (Taksim Square), in the late 19th century, this major street was known as the Grande Rue de Pera, and it carried the life of the modern city up and down its lively promenade. It’s still the center of Istanbul life, and a stroll along its length is a must.
Day 04 Istanbul (B,L,D)
After breakfast, we will have daily Istanbul Island tour. There are 12 island located at Sea of Marmara, named under Prince Islands. We will Visit Buyuk Ada ( Buyuk Ada), you will have chance to have take a horse cariage tour around the island. Our lunch will be at local sea food restaurant at Buyuk Ada. After fnish our tour in island we will return back to our Hotel and visit famous Tiara Jeweller Shopping Center. Next, we continue to Zorlu Shopping Center Mall, in keeping with the cultural diversity of the city itself, will offer different alternatives for different needs, featuring a broad sellection of estaurants, cafes and hundreds of global brands sure to appeal both to Istanbul residents and to guest from around the world. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 05 Istanbul (B,L,D)
After breakfast, we are starting our day with visit of Dolmabahce Palace, second imperial palace in Istanbul after Topkapi palace after 18C. It is located today at Bosphorous sight of Istanbul. Next visit Underground Water Cistern, built in the fourth century, is one of the underground cisterns that riddle the foundations of the city. It has been extensively excavated and renovated and is worth visiting and exploring while listening to the tunes of classical music. Next, Lets stop all together and understand very famous Turkish hand made rugs store. Next, visit the 500 year-old Grand Bazaar, which has more than 4000 shops selling local products handicrafts. Overnight in Istanbul
Day 06 Istanbul (B,L,D)
After breakfast, we are making our visit to Panorama 1453 Museum, and City Wall. Here you will experience 3D painting based on imagination during the conquest of Istanbul. Something which is really unique and fully recommended to see because its really rare in the world. Later let’s visit Miniaturk a very interesting place next to Halic. It’s placing a small miniature of the historical buildings and places of whole Turkey and mostly during the Ottoman Dinasty. Next, we are making our way to Ortakoy Village, we will have a tour in this little village and you will enjoy to have some free time for local people made handcraft staff, don’t forget to enjoy with view of apple tea and watch bosphorous view. Overnight in Istanbul
Day 07 Istanbul Departure (B,-,-)
You will have free and Easy day before you return back to your home. Transfer to the airport for your flight back home, bringing back wonderful memories and superb souvenirs from your Turkish vacation
Day 08 Arrive in Malaysia
Departure Days : Daily
Duration : Full day 6 Days 5 Nights
Status : Private
Includes :
- Return Flight Tickets
- English speaking guide
- Ac deluxe transportation with free Wi-Fi Access
- 15 Seat Mercedes Sprinter up to 12 Pax
- 31 Seat Half Size Bus up to 18 Pax
- 47 Seat Mercedes Big Size Bus up to 44 Pax
- 54 Seat Mercedes Ultra Big Size Bus up to 50 Pax
- Breakfast (B), lunch (L), Dinner (D) as it is indicated at above itinerary
- Entrance fees, parking, local taxes, highway charges.
- 1.5lt water during meals share for 4 pax and 0,5lt water daily per pax in the bus
- Tips for portages in and out at hotels and tips for local restaurants
- Private boat arrangement for Bosphorus Cruise with the condition of 10 pax and above
Hotels Option :
- Istanbul Hamidiye Hotel 4*@Old Town Location http://www.hamidiyehotel.com/
Excludes :
- Gratuity to guide and driver (Minimum 3USD for guide + 2USD for driver suggested)
- Personal Expenses
- Visa Expenses if required
- Portage services in the airport
