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This is a tailored tour that focuses on the
highlights and Biblical sites of Istanbul and
Aegean Turkey. It is a combination of daily
group tour arrangements including entry fees and
most meals. You may stay in the hotel category
of your choice and may either fly or take an
overnight bus to/from Izmir (Kusadasi).Features
Insight small group tours (min 2 Pax – max 10
pax) in Istanbul but elsewhere tour size may
vary. Budget and Moderate Options include
overnight bus – First Class and Deluxe Options
include Izmir airport transfers but flights are
extra.
DAY 1
ARRIVAL
Arrival in Istanbul and transfer (optional)
to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
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DAY 2
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Visit
the
St. (Haghia) Sophia, which was built by
the Emperor Justinian. It was the largest building
in the world for over 1000 years. See its
intricate mosaics and huge central dome. Continue
to the Topkapi Palace, which was used by the
Ottoman Sultans from the 15th to 19th centuries.
We will also see the impressive collection of
priceless jewels, crystal, silver and porcelain,
robes worn by the sultans and relics of the
prophet Mohammed. (Entrance to the Harem is extra).
After lunch we will see the Blue Mosque, built for
Sultan Ahmet I, which is a unique piece of
architecture with its six minarets and features
20,000 beautiful Iznik tiles. Visit the ancient
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Hippodrome with Obelisk of Theodosius, Snake
Pillar and German Fountain of Wilhelm II. Walk
through the back streets of Old Istanbul and visit
the elegant little Sokullu Pasa mosque and the
hidden underground Theodosian Cistern. See the
Grand Covered Bazaar. This tour may be done all or
partially as a walking tour. Overnight in Istanbul.
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DAY 3
BOSPHORUS CRUISE WITH DOLMABAHCE - IZMIR - KUSADASI (OR SELCUK) |
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The tour starts with a visit to the
exotic and aromatic Egyptian Spice
Market. You may buy spices, caviar,
and almost anything imaginable.
Continue over the Galata Bridge and
the Golden horn. We will visit the "Selamlik"
chambers of the incredible 19th c.
Dolmabahce Palace. We continue up
the Bosphorus and cross over to Asia
to Camlica Hill for a view of
Istanbul. After lunch visit the
Sadberk Hanim Museum, with its well-organized
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Dolmabahce
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graphical
sections. The Bosphorus cruise begins in
the afternoon. We pass by the Rumeli
Fortress and you will enjoy crossing
from continent to continent traveling
down the Bosphorus, which is lined with
old Ottoman seaside mansions, marble
palaces and small fishing villages.
Transfer to the airport (optional) for
departure to Izmir
(Or to bus station
for overnight bus). Upon arrival
transfer to your hotel in Kusadasi or
Selcuk and overnight.
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DAY 4
EPHESUS - HOUSE OF VIRGIN MARY
Today we tour Ephesus, which was one of the
largest and most interesting ancient cities of
Asia Minor. It is considered to be the most
fantastic Greco-Roman site in Turkey. You may
imagine the Ephesians shouting at the silversmith
Demetrius, " Great is Artemis of the Ephesians" in
reaction to the preaching of St. Paul against man-made
idols. A visit to the house where the Virgin Mary
spent her last days, and the Temple of Artemis,
which was one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
Overnight in Kusadasi or Selcuk.
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DAY 5
PAMUKKALE
Today we drive through the Meander valley and make
a visit to Pamukkale and the ancient city of
Hierapolis with the Temple of Apollo, the
breathtaking Theater, the fascinating Necropolis
and the last the great baths of Hierapolis antique
city, where St. Philip was martyred. St. Philip is
connected with the early church in Hierapolis and
played an important role in the history of the
city. Finally we visit the calcium terraces and
pools. You may have a chance to swim in a thermal
pool (extra). Overnight in Kusadasi or Selcuk.
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DAY 6
PERGAMON - ISTANBUL
We will visit the Pergamon Acropolis, where the
ruins of Zeus Altar "Throne of Satan" can still be
seen today. Pergamon was a center of Roman
authority and a place of persecution for
Christians who denied imperial worship. The
acropolis is situated high above the plain and has
a unique panoramic view. The very narrow and steep
theater on the hillside could seat up to 10,000
people. Parchment paper was first produced in
Pergamon. We will visit the remains of the Great
Library, which rivaled the one of Alexandria in
Egypt, the palaces of the kings, and temple of
Trajan. Visit the Asclepion, which was known as
the first place of medical science. Galen, who
originated from Pergamon and became the most
famous doctor of his time, treated his patients
here. Transfer to the airport for flight to
Istanbul
(Or to bus station for overnight bus).
Upon arrival transfer (optional) to your hotel and
overnight in Istanbul.
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DAY 7
DEPARTURE
Transfer to airport (optional) for departure.
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TOUR PRICE: (IN EUROS)
ISTANBUL EPHESUS PAMUKKALE AND PERGAMON TOUR
(CODE: CB07)
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PERSON IN DOUBLE /
TRIPLE ROOM |
SINGLE
SUPP. |
EXTRA
NIGHT IN ISTANBUL |
EXTRA
NIGHT
SNG SUPP. |
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BUDGET |
525
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60 |
30 |
15 |
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MODERATE |
555 |
90
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40 |
25 |
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FIRST
CLASS |
640 |
220
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45 |
30 |
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DELUXE |
790 |
310
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55 |
35 |
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ISTANBUL
