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9
Day Istanbul to Trabzon Tour Itinerary
Tour
DEPARTURE Dates
08th
May 2009, 20th June 2009, 25th July 2009, 22nd August 2009
Description
9 Days from Istanbul to Trabzon accross the North of Turkey otherwise
known as the Black Sea. Safron bolu offers the historic trading post of
all the major trade routes that travelled from India, Arabia and the
Orient into Europe. Beatiful and Architcturally preservedis a favourite
location of our staff. Ankara the capital of Turkey holds all the secretes
that founded thşs great country. Amasya is pure bueaty a city
fortified by mountains and castles layed out along the banks of the river
Kizil Irmak before finishing in Trabzon to discover the secrets of the
Byzantine empire.
Day1–Istanbul
Welcome to Turkey!!! Today is your arrival day. Airport transfers are
available from Ataturk International Airport during the hours of 8am till
11pm. Transfers will be made to your Hotel
Day2
Istanbul
We depart from the hotel at 08:30 for the Istanbul city tour. “TOPKAPI
PALACE” The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the
19th centuries. The palace houses 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, and the
Holy Mantle; enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. Next on the list
is the “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. Outside the Blue Mosque we find the “HIPPODROME”. The Ancient
Hippodrome was the scene of chariot races and entertainment. The
Hippodrome comprises of three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the
bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine. After a short
enjoyable lunch break we head to the “SPICE BAZAAR” (Egyptian Bazaar)
the air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway,
saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable herb and spice.
After the tour you have the option to experience The bosphorus Cruise
which will depart after the city tour. You will have the chance to enjoy
magnificent views of bosphorus which is connecting Asia to Europe.
Day3
Safranbolu
08:30am we depart for Safranbolu (From the 13th century to the advent of
the railway in the early 20th century, Safranbolu was an important caravan
station on the main East–West trade route. The Old Mosque, the Old Bath
House and Süleyman Pasha Medrese were built in 1322. During its apogee in
the 17th century, Safranbolu's architecture influenced urban development
throughout much of the Ottoman Empire.) On arrival we will walk through
the historical Safranbolu Bazaar, continuing on to Cinci Hodja
Caravanserai, Cici Hodja Bath House, Kaymakamlar House (Museum), - -
Overnight stay in Safranbolu
Day
4 Safranbolu – ANKARA
After Breakfast at 09:00 am we departure sleepy Safranbolu for Ankara ( 3
to 4 hours drive ) On arrival we will have time for lunch before taking
the city tour of Ankara which is the 2nd biggest city and the capital of
Turkey. On the tour you will visit Ataturk`s (founder of the modern
Turkey) Museum and the Ataturk Mausoleum. Overnight in Ankara
Day
5 Ankara – Amasya
After breakfast drive to Amasya – Amasya Tour. Amasya is one of the
provinces which is distinct both with its natural setup and historical
values it holds. It was the homeland of the famous geographer Strabo.
Located in a narrow cleft of the Yesilirmak (Iris) river, it has a past of
3000 years during which many civilizations left priceless remains of their
times. The ruins of the citadel on the rock face of the cleft shelters
2000 year old water-channels, 1000 year old bridges, a mental hospital, an
Ottoman Palace and a secret underground passageway. Overninght in
Amasya
Day
6 Amasya – Trabzon / Overnight Trabzon
After Breakfast at 09:00am departure for Trabzon. When the Roman Empire
was divided into two at the end of the 4th century, Trabzon remained under
the sovereignty of the Eastern Roman Empire which later on was called as
Byzantine Empire. When relations and wars between the Byzantines and the
Arabs started, the Arabs called the people under the Roman Sovereignty as
Rum, and the areas under the Roman sovereignty as Diyar-i Rum or
Memleket-ul Rum (land of Rums). Over Night in Trabzon
Day
7. TRABZON,
Depart for St. Sophia ( Ayasofya ), a 13th century church and study its
extraordinary collection of Byzantine frescoes, depart for Gulbahar Hatun
Mosque, Castle and Ataturk's Mansion (a picturesque hillside retreat),
visit Ortahisar Mosque (a Comneni cathedral in the old town). Lunch at a
seaside restaurant in Akçaabat. Afternoon we explore the cobbled stone
streets of Trabzon. Drive to Boztepe; enjoy our tea from samovar with the
panoramic view of the city. Dinner & overnight stay in Trabzon.
Day
8. SUMELA MONASTERY, ZIGANA, KARACA CAVE,
Depart for Sumela Monastery, visit the 4th century Sumela Monastery which
clings to a sheer cliff face in a deep forest, relax beside a fast flowing
stream at Altindere Valley National Park, lunch, traveling along the Silk
Road through the Zigana Mountains (Pontic Alps) will take us to Karaca
Cave, considered to be the most beautiful in Turkey for its colors and
formations. Over Night in Trabzon
Day
9 – Trabzon – End of Tour
Breakfast Included
Today your tour is over. Please make your own arrangements for departure
remembering that your hotel will need you to check out before midday. We
hope you had a memorable tour and we look forward to seeing you in the
future on another TravelShop Turkey Tour. Have a safe trip back home and
thanks for choosing TravelShop Turkey.
TOUR
INCLUDING
3, 4 star and Butique Hotels in each area
2 Nights accommodation in Istanbul with Breakfast and Dinner
1 Nights accommodation in Safranbolu with Breakfast and Dinner
1 Nights accommodation in Ankara with Breakfast and Dinner
1 Nights accommodation in Amasya with Breakfast and Dinner
3 Nights accommodation in Trabzon with Breakfast and Dinner
Guided Tour to Istanbul City Tour
Guided Tour to Safranbolu
Guided Tour to Ankara
Guided Tour to Amasya
Guided Tour to Trabzon
Private Air-conditioned busses
Private Professional English speaking tour guide
All entrance fees mentioned in the Itinerary
Private airport transfers
Tour Excludes :
International Flights
Personal expenses: Lunches, Extras at hotel or meals
Tipping: Tips for guide and drivers
Insurance: All types
Tour
DEPARTURE Dates
08th May 2009
20th June 2009
25th July 2009
22nd August 2009
| Tour
Price per person |
Euro |
| Double
occupancy |
€
599.00 |
| Single |
€
739.00 |
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