Turkish Bliss (Summer 2023)

The combination of breathtaking natural beauty, historic and cultural sites, along with great food, makes Turkey one of the top tourist destinations in the world. As in previous years, the number of incoming tourists to Turkey increased by 13.7 percent in 2019, reaching 51.8 million people, setting an all time record.

Day 1

Arrive in Istanbul. Bosphorous dinner cruise.Upon arrival at Istanbul, proceed to your hotel (on own) and check-in. Evening proceed for Boshporus Cruise including local dinner, snacks, unlimited local drinks, Belly dance, Traditional Turkish Performance Shows and Round Trip shuttle transfers Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2

Full Day Istanbul Classical CityFull Day Istanbul Classical City tour including Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, St Sophia Museum, Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar. Transfer to the hotel. Get ready for unforgetable night tour. Pub Crawl in Taksim Istiklal Street or Kadikoy Bars Street together with local guide. No vehicle, public transportation only to have this experience same like locals. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 3

Full Day fun at Kamerburgaz Forest Adventure ParkBreakfast at hotel. Proceed for a full day fun trip to Kamerburgaz Forest Adventure Park. Entrance included for enjoying; Zip Line, Giant Hammock, Climbing Wall, Free Jumping, Human Catapult. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 4

Fly to Cappadocia.Breakfast at hotel. Fly to Cappadocia. Day free for leisure on own. Dinner at restaurant. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 5

Full Day Cappadocia North TourBreakfast at hotel. Full Day Cappadocia North tour including Devrent Valley, Pasabag (Monk’s Valley), Handmade pottery making workshop at Avanos Village and Goreme Open Air Museum. Transfer back to hotel. Dinner at restaurant. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 6

Fun filled activity dayBreakfast at hotel. Full Day Fun including 1 hr ATV riding tour, 1 hr Jeep Safari and 1 hr horse Riding tour. Evening Pub Crawl tour together with local guide to enjoy local & traditional Turkish restaurants and having fun same like locals. Transfer back to hotel. Dinner at restaurant. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 7

Fly backProceed to the airport (on own), where your memorable tour of Turkiye comes to an end.

Overview

Türkiye (Turkey) is a captivating transcontinental country located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, with a rich history, diverse landscapes, and a vibrant cultural heritage. As a bridge between two continents, it offers a unique blend of Eastern and Western influences, making it an alluring destination for travelers. Türkiye has to offer in terms of tourism Historical and Architectural Marvels, Stunning Natural Beauty, Turkish Cuisine, Turkish Hospitality, Turkish Baths (Hamams), Turkish Music and Dance, Hot Air Balloon Rides, Trekking and Outdoor Activities.

Policy

Inclusions

What your tour price includes?

ISTANBUL:

View of the Golden Horn
Visit Spice Bazaar
Boat ride on the Bosphorus
Visit Hippodrome
Visit Blue Mosque
Visit Hagia Sophia
Free time at Grand Bazaar
Free time at Taksim Square
Free time at Istiklal Street
Dolmabache Palace

CAPPADOCIA

Visit Monks Valley
Free Jeep Safari Tour
Free Cave Hotel upgrade
Photostop at Devrent Valley & Pigeons Valley
Visit Turkish pottery at Avanos (Red River)
Visit Goreme Open Air Museum (Rock Churches)
Esentepe – Panaromic View of Cappadocia
Photo stop at Uchisar Castle
Cardak Underground city

PAMUKKALE

Visit Hierapolis & Cotton Castle
Experience bath at a Mud Pool

KUSADASI:

Kusadasi Panoramic City Tour
Visit the Unesco World Heritage site of the Ruins of Ephesus
Sirince Village Tour

Return economy class group airfare as per the itinerary
All local taxes & services as of 01st Dec 2022
Cost of Visa & Medical Insurance for the duration of the tour
Sightseeing, accommodation & services as per the above-mentioned itinerary
All transfers & excursions with entrance fees (as specified in the itinerary) by a deluxe air conditioned coach
Services of a professional, friendly & multilingual SOTC Tour Manager (Subject to minimum 25 customers) or a local Representative
VISA REQUIREMENTS: Cost of visas including documentation and processing fees as of 1st Dec 2022. Any further increase in the same has to be borne by the passengers.
MEDICAL INSURANCE: Normal insurance charges for the duration of the tour are included in the tour price. However, any passenger above the age of 60 years and those passengers who wish to extend their stay will be required to pay additional charges.
Imp Note: 28th May 2023 will be operated as Pure Veg Special departure.

Exclusions

What your tour price does not include?

If you wish to travel in advance i.e. before the published departure date as mentioned in the brochure or like to come back on a later date after the tour ends, there will be an additional charge that will be applicable (subject to availability of seats for the given dates & ticket validity) which will be advised to you by our sales staff / travel agent. Kindly note, the deviation will be actioned only 30 Days prior to departure date
Mandatory Tipping for on tour Services (Coach Driver, Local Guides etc). It is mandatory to pay USD 5 per person/per day. Our Thomas Cook I Ltd Tour Manager will be collecting the same on Day 1 of the Tour
Tourist City Tax – payable directly by the passenger only at each Hotel
Any increase in the airfare charged by the airline on your air ticket (presently calculated as of 1st Dec 2022)
Applicable Government Taxes are additional
RT-PCR charges in India & Turkey
The tour cost does not include POE charges & passport charges
No porterage included
Any expenses of personal nature such as porterage, laundry expenses, mini-bar, mineral water, telephone charges, food & drink that are not a part of the package
Additional Meals that is not mentioned in the above itinerary
Cost of excursions, city sightseeing, entrance fees & local guides availed of by the passengers, other than that mentioned in the above itinerary
Cost of Optional Excursions