Day 01 Depart from Malaysia
Day 02 Istanbul Arrival Day – Bursa (-,L,D)
Welcome to Istanbul! After meeting with the English speaking tour director continue to Eskihisar Town by coach and cross the Sea of Marmara by ferry and our journey to Bursa. Welcome to the first Capital of Turkish people Bursa. Visit Ulucami (Grand Mosque) – the largest Mosque in Bursa with the most striking example of Ottoman Turkish art and impressive calligraphic wall decorations from 1399 AD. Next, Koza Han, which means the “silk cocoon market”. Koza Han was built in 1491 by sultan Beyazit II. It was both used as a caravanserai and a silk market because Bursa was the last stop on the great Silk Road from China. Since 1491, the Koza Han has remained the center of the silk industry and trade. Next is Cumalikizik Village an early ottoman settlement area. The village has maintained its historical character and presents one of the finest example of early Ottoman architecture. Overnight in Bursa
Day 03 Bursa (B,L,D)
After breakfast, continue to Misi Village, this village has a history of 2000 years old and intertwined with a nature. Today this town famous with its organic wines and olives. Next, continue to Golyazi Village, It is a fisherman town and located in a small peninsula on the coast. Every year there is a Stork festival in this town organized by Turkish government. Continue to take ca cable car to visit famous Uludag Mountain “Mysian Olympus Mountain” one of the highest mountains in the Marmara region open to tourism all the year round and one of Turkey’s most beautiful epitomes of magnificent nature. It is rising to 2543 meters and within the city limits of Bursa, is Turkey’s biggest winter sports and nature center. Uludag Mountain was considered the site where the gods had watched the Trojan War. Take a break at the shopping outlet for Textile, Turkish delight, Apple Tea shops. Overnight in Bursa
Day 04 Bursa – Istanbul (B,L,D)
After breakfast visit and pay respect for the very first founder of Ottoman Dynasty’s first sultan Osman Gazi and his son Orhan Gazi Mausoleum and continue back to the Istanbul from Topcular by the ferry. Upon arrival in Istanbul, we will commence with sightseeing in Istanbul, covering the following: 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. Overnight in Istanbul
Day 05 Istanbul (B,L,D)
After breakfast, Next, why not to visit and enjoy leather outlet and light fasion show. Visit 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. 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. Overnight in Istanbul
Day 06 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 07 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 08 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 09 Arrive in Malaysia
Departure Days : Daily
Duration : Full day 7 Days 6 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
