from R22631 pp
The Experience
Istanbul is a vibrant blend of ancient history and modern culture, offering a plethora of experiences for every traveller. From exploring the majestic Hagia Sophia and the awe-inspiring Blue Mosque to wandering through the bustling Grand Bazaar and savouring delicious Turkish cuisine, there's never a dull moment in Istanbul.
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Return flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul including airline levies
Return transfers (Seat in Coach)
4 Nights at the 3* Recital Hotel in a Standard Room
Breakfast daily
Licenced Guides throughout
Local taxes and service charges
ITINERARY:
Day 1:
Upon arrival, your transfer assistant will transfer you to your hotel and for you to enjoy your overnight stay in Istanbul.
Day 2:
After breakfast, depart for a full day tour, including visits to the Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Underground Cistern, Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace. Transfer back to the hotel.
Optional Entrance: Hagia Sophia entrance fee is on guests own expense. Your tour guide will accompany you during your visit.
Day 3:
Enjoy breakfast and the rest of the day will be at your own leisure.
Optional Tour at additional cost: After breakfast depart for a half day tour including visits to Spice Market and cruise on the Bosphorus.
Day 4:
After breakfast the day will be at your own leisure.
Optional Tour at additional cost: Daily Trip to Ephesus, St John and The House of Virgin Mary. Upon arrival transfer to Kusadasi and visit Ephesus Ancient Site and The House of Virgin Mary. At the end of the tour transfer to Izmir Airport for the flight to Istanbul.
Day 5:
After breakfast check-out from hotel and according to your flight time to home, departing for Istanbul Airport.
IMPORTANT INFO:
Beylerbeyi Palace is closed on Mondays, Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays, Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays, and all mosques are visitable only after prayer on Fridays.
On holidays and/or when museums, palaces and churches are closed for restoration reasons, visits will be replaced with alternative monument.
What's Excluded
Optional tours, personal expenses, lunch, drinks, optional tours, customary tips to drivers and guides, travel insurance and any items not mentioned under inclusions.
Specific Terms
Airline surcharges may apply during selected periods including school holidays, public holidays and long weekends.
Due to the ever-changing airline options available, the airline quoted may change and bear additional costs at time of enquiry.
Prices are from a starting price per person sharing, subject to change, airfare increase, currency fluctuations and availability. Airport taxes, fuel levies and surcharges are approximate and based on the current exchange rate and are subject to change. The exact amount will be confirmed at time of booking. Advance purchase, peak or high season surcharges, block out periods and minimum stay conditions may apply. Price valid for dates as specified. Group rates available on request. For standard Terms and Conditions please refer to https://www.ilovetravel.co.za. E&OE.