ITINERARY:

6 DAYS 5 NIGHTS ISTANBUL & BURSA TOUR - SUMMER 2015

Day 1 - Arrive Istanbul   (Lunch, Dinner)

Arrive at Ataturk International Airport in Istanbul. Welcome and assist by our English speaking tour guide. Proceed  city orientation tour by coach from Old City ( Sultanahmet ) to Taksim ( downtown ). Then we drive to Asia side to visit Camlica Hill. From here, there is an absolutely magnificent view, which makes it well worth the climb. In the morning when the sun is still easterly one has a panoramic sight of the whole city, the Bosphorus almost as far as the Black Sea, the Marmara Sea with the Princes Islands, and behind that, the great snow covered ridge of Uludag, the Bithynian Olympus. Then visit Pierre Loti Hill which has a fascinating view of Golden Horn. The Golden Horn (Turkish: Halic) is an inlet of the Bosphorus dividing the city of Istanbul and forming a natural harbor.  After lunch , transfer to hotel for dinner and overnight at hotel in Istanbul.

Day 2 – Istanbul  (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

After breakfast, depart to Old City – Sultanahmet to Roman Hippodrome where horse chariot aces and events were held. Proceed to visit the Blue Mosque which Sultan Ahmet I set out to build at 1616. The layout of the Blue Mosque is classic Ottoman design. The forecourt has an ablutions fountain in its center. The portico around three sides could be used for prayer, meditation or study during warm weather. Continue to visit Topkapi Palace which was the residence of Ottoman sultans for almost four centuries and is Istanbul's premier must-see attraction. Unlike European-style palaces, Topkapi is not one large building with outlying garden Its form-inspired and informed by Islamic architectural sensibilities-consists of series of pavilions, kitchens, audience chambers and kiosks built around a series of garden count yards.. Then visit Leather Outlet Center for live fashion show. Free time for shopping. After lunch, take Bosphorus Cruise by boat to see palaces,mansions and luxurious villas between Asian & European side of Istanbul. Transfer to hotel for dinner and overnight.

Day 3 – Istanbul – Bursa    ( 180 km )  (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

After breakfast , we depart for Bursa early in the morning. Upon arrival, lunch will be served at a local restaurant. After lunch , we visit the Green Mosque, Green Tomb, Grand Mosque and Silk Market. Check in hotel. Dinner and overnight at hotel in Bursa.

Day 4 – Bursa – Istanbul  (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

After breakfast drive to Istanbul. Following lunch, visit to the Mosque of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent. The Suleymaniye Mosque was built on the order of Sultan Suleyman (Suleiman the Magnificent) "was fortunate to be able to draw on the talents of the architectural genius of Sinan Pasha". The construction work began in 1550 and the mosque was finished in 1558. Visit Taksim Square & Istiklal Street. Free time for shopping. Transfer to hotel for dinner and overnight.

Day 5 –Istanbul (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

After breakfast , visit Spice Market called as Egyptian Bazaar as well which is famous with local spices, dried foods & nuts. Free time for shopping. After lunch, drop to Grand Covered Bazaar of Istanbul which covered by hemispheric domes-houses 4, 000 shops.  Free time for shopping. Transfer to hotel for dinner and overnight.

Day 6 – Departure (Breakfast)                                                         

Free until transfer time. Then transfer to the airport.

END OF TOURS

PRICE PER PERSON IN USD (GROUND ARRANGEMENT ONLY)

Hotel used or similar

INCLUDED:

1. 02/09 PAX = 16 SEATER AIR CONDITIONED COACH FOR SIGHTSEEING & TRANSFERS
2. 10/24 PAX = 30 SEATER AIR CONDITIONED COACH FOR SIGHTSEEING & TRANSFERS
3. 25/44 PAX = 48 SEATER AIR CONDITIONED COACH FOR SIGHTSEEING & TRANSFERS
4. 25/44 PAX = 48 SEATER AIR CONDITIONED COACH FOR SIGHTSEEING & TRANSFERS
5. LICENSED ENGLISH SPEAKING GUIDE
6. ENTRANCE FEES FOR MUSEUMS & SIGHTSEEING
7. PORTERAGE AT HOTELS
8. MEALS INDICATED AS ABOVE
9. WATER DURING LUNCHES & DINNERS
10. DAILY 2 SMALL BOTTLES OF WATER ON THE COACH
11. FREE WIFI IN THE COACH

NOT INCLUDED:

1. TIPPING TO GUIDE & DRIVER: 5 US$ FOR GUIDE 3 US$ FOR DRIVER PER PERSON PER DAY ( 2-10 PAX )
2. TIPPING TO GUIDE & DRIVER: 3 US$ FOR GUIDE 2 US$ FOR DRIVER PER PERSON PER DAY ( 11-44 PAX )
3. ITEMS NOT SPECIALLY MENTIONED ABOVE AND/OR IN THE ITINERARY
4. INTERNATIONAL AND DOMESTIC FLIGHT / TAX

REMARKS:

1. Quotation based on normal contract rate, if travel fall on trade fair / congress /expo, GoTravel Holiday reserves the right to accommodate the group near or outside from the City or surcharge will apply we necessary