Day 1
Arrival in Istanbul
Welcome to Istanbul Airport where our guide will meet you. You get assistance for a safe and hassle-free transfer to your hotel. Proceed to check in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure as you explore the surroundings. Overnight stay in Istanbul.
Day 2
Full Day City Tour With Lunch
Enjoy a delicious breakfast and proceed on a full-day sightseeing tour of Istanbul. Discover the historical landmarks and cultural places on the journey and soak in the charismatic city vibes.
The tour shows you the Hippodrome of Constantinople, the capital of the Byzantine Empire. This beautiful sporting circus and social centre were one of the largest chariot racing grounds. You can still see a few fragments of the original structure that survived. The Blue Mosque is the most famous mosque in Istanbul. The interiors of the mosque have intricate designs made from colourful blue Iznik tiles that you will be awe-struck by. The tour takes you on a walk to explore the Serpentine Column, also called the Tripod of Plataea. It represents the victory of the Greeks over the Persians. Go on to walk past the Egyptian Obelisk, German Fountain of Wilhelm II and more. Istanbul is filled with famous monuments and breathtaking attractions. Proceed to witness the Hagia Sophia, one of the marvels of Istanbul. The Grand Bazaar is also on the itinerary which is a covered bazaar, also called Kapalicarsi. Enjoy the amazing collection of numerous high-quality products and soak in the oriental ambience. Go on to shop your heart out in the Grand Bazaar with hundreds of shops. Choose to pick from ceramics, carpets, antiques, spices, handicrafts, jewellery, homeware, books, gold, copperware and a lot more.
Please note that on Monday the Hagia Sophia is closed and the tour includes a visit to the Basilica Cistern (subject to change) in its place. The beautiful attraction lies beneath the city of Istanbul and is a famous landmark. On Friday and Sunday, the Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar remain closed respectively.
After a wonderful full-day sightseeing tour transfer to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 3
Full Day Sapanca City Tour With Lunch
After a sumptuous breakfast, there is a pick-up arranged at the hotel around 8:30 am. The tour takes you to the beautiful views of Sapanca Lake. The scenic views are a natural beauty as the lake is located on a tectonic hole.
Proceed onwards to the picturesque village of Masukiya and enjoy a lunch meal under shady trees near the waterfall. Spend leisure time as you enjoy fun activities such as ATV safari, sip-line and horse riding.
After the Sapanca and Masukiye tour, drive back to Istanbul for a safe drop-off at the hotel in the evening.
Overnight stay in Istanbul.
Day 4
Istanbul - Bursa
Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast and transfer to Bursa Hotel. Overnight stay in a comfortable hotel.
Day 5
Full Day Uludag and Cable Car Tour
Relish a tasty breakfast and proceed on the tour to visit the biggest mosque in the city, Green Mosque and the Green Tomb. Go on to witness the spectacular Uludag Mountain where a BBQ lunch awaits you.
Post lunch you have free time to enjoy various activities such as ATV safari, skiing on the mountain slopes or riding on a ski motor. Enjoy the views from atop the mountain after which the tour drives you to the city centre again. The Bursa Tour continues with a visit to the local bazaar where you can shop and taste the wonders of the local products. From chestnut, honey, olive oil, Turkish delights and more, enjoy a pick of the local delicacies. Imbibe the local lifestyles and soak in the traditions of the bazaar.
Day 6
Departure
After a delicious breakfast transfer with our guide to the Istanbul Airport. Proceed onwards home as the wonderful tour comes to an end. Carry along with you lovely memories of a wonderful tour.