Istanbul & Green Bursa Tour (6 Days)

Istanbul and Green Bursa Tour (6 Days)


Tour itinerary :


DAY 1 - Arrival in Istanbul
After arrival Istanbul Ataturk airport, pick you up with your name and transfer to hotel, free time and Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 2 - Byzantine Meets Ottoman Tour (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch) 
08:30 You will be picked up from your hotel for Full day tour of Old City. In this day you will be able to see:

Topkapi Palace: The former imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled. Today a spectacular museum that has one of the largest collections of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family..

St.Sophia: The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world..

Blue Mosque: One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarest..

Hippodrome: The former center of sprotive and political activities of Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II..

Grand Bazaar: In addition to its historical importance, it's a bazaar that will tempt even the nonshoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs.

After tour, return to hotel with the evening then at leisure. Overnight in Istanbul.

DAY 3 - Bosphorus Cruise & Two Continents Tour  (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch)
After having breakfast at hotel, you will have a full day city tour..

Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar), mystical smells of different aromas of various spices. Shops selling fruits, vegetables, flowers, fish etc...

Bosphorus Cruise, through the waterway separating the two continents, Europe and Asia, with a possibility to take photographs of marble palaces, ancient wooden villas of Ottoman architecture besides modern residentials and luxurious apartments..

Rumeli Fortress, Historical armament built by the Conquerer to control and protect Bosphorus. A unique example of military architecture. * Rumeli Fortress is closed on Wednesday..

LUNCH: Full Course Deluxe Menu at a charming restaurant..

Dolmabahce Palace: The last residence for Ottoman Sultans with 365 rooms and 22 saloons. Famous with the great collection of European antiquity, furniture and 4.5 tons chandelier..

Bosphorus Bridge, unique chance to step from one continent (Europe) to another (Asia) in 2 minutes..

Camlica Hill, exposing a panoramic view of Istanbul and Bosphorus from the best point of view. After the tour you will be transferred to your Hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

DAY 4 – Princess' Islands Cruise Tour  (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch)
After having breakfast at hotel, you will have a full day city tour..

Cruise in Marmara Sea to Princes' Islands, stop at Buyukada, the popular summer resort with sandy beaches and pinewood scenery, once the pleasure island of Byzantine Princes..

Tour of the island with horse-drawn carriages before LUNCH at a fish restaurant..

Also visioned during the tour: Topkapi Palace, Leander's Tower, Uskudar from the sea..

After the tour you will be transferred to your Hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

DAY 5 – Green Bursa Tour (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch)
In the morning, you will depart by ferry to Yalova. After which drive to Bursa for a visit to Ulucamii (Great Mosque), Cumalikizik Village, Green Mosque, Green Tomb and Uludag by cable car for a nice view of the mountain. After your tour of Bursa late evening, retun back to Istanbul around 8:30 pm. Overnight in Istanbul

DAY 6 – Istanbul / Departure (Meals: Breakfast)
After breakfast check out from hotel (before 12:00), transfer to Istanbul Ataturk Airport regarding your flight details. End of tour and services. (If you would like, you can extend your trip by adding extra nights in Istanbul, please advise.