ANKARA

TRANQUILITY IN TURKEY

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Tour Length 8 days
Destinations Bolu
Trip Starts Ankara
Operated In English, Spanish, Italian
Age Requirement 2-99 yrs
Trip Ends Istanbul
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ITINERARY

Arrival in Ankara with a connecting flight in Istanbul. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel.

Meal included: Dinner.

Upon arriving in Ankara early in the morning, you will receive a warm welcome at the airport and be transferred to your hotel for breakfast and a short rest. The day begins with an exciting visit to Anıtkabir, the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of modern Turkey. This iconic monument is more than just a cemetery: it is a national symbol of independence and unity, surrounded by stunning architecture and a moving museum.

After a traditional lunch in Tandoğan, you will continue to the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, which houses artifacts spanning millennia, from the Paleolithic era to the Ottoman period. Located at the foot of Ankara's ancient Castle, the museum is a masterpiece in itself.

In the afternoon, explore the Hacı Bayram Mosque, a serene Ottoman-era mosque next to the ruins of the Temple of Augustus, where history blends harmoniously. Afterward, stroll through the evocative Hamamönü, a beautifully restored historic district filled with Ottoman houses, artisan shops, and traditional cafes.

 

The evening concludes with a delightful Turkish dinner and transfer back to the hotel to rest.

Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner

Breakfast at the hotel. Start your day surrounded by nature at the Atatürk Forest Farm, a tranquil green space where you'll enjoy a freshly prepared country-style breakfast. Afterward, choose between two cultural gems: CerModern, Ankara's leading center for modern art, which hosts international exhibitions, or the stunning National Library, one of the largest and most impressive in the Islamic world.

After a free lunch, the afternoon continues with a visit to the Kocatepe Mosque, one of the largest and most majestic mosques in Turkey, offering a combination of traditional Islamic architecture and modern scale.

Then comes the time for leisure and shopping: Atakule, Ankara's iconic communications and observation tower with panoramic views, or the Panora shopping center, an elegant shopping paradise.

Night unfolds on Tunalı Hilmi Avenue, a lively boulevard that never sleeps. Enjoy a stroll through Kugulu Park, see the famous swans, and dine at one of Ankara's local restaurants.

Meals included: Breakfast and dinner.

After breakfast, depart for a full-day excursion to Beypazarı, a charming Ottoman town just outside Ankara. With its cobblestone streets, half-timbered houses, and artisan shops, Beypazarı is a living museum of Turkish tradition.

Explore the city's renowned silversmithing, visit traditional craft workshops, and savor authentic flavors during a local lunch at a historic mansion. Beypazarı is especially known for its dried fruits, artisanal baklava, and 80-layer baklava, making it a perfect place to buy souvenirs.

Transfer to the hotel in Bolu. Dinner and overnight stay.

Meals included: Breakfast and dinner.

Start your day with a visit to Yedigöller National Park, known for its stunning seven interconnected lakes surrounded by lush forests. Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the lakes, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and even have a picnic by the water.

Afterwards, we headed to Gölcük Nature Park, a peaceful area with a picturesque lake and charming trails. There you can rent a boat and paddle on the lake or simply relax on the shore.

For dinner, we'll explore the charming village of Mudurnu, known for its well-preserved Ottoman architecture and inviting restaurants serving delicious local cuisine. Stroll through the narrow streets lined with historic buildings and enjoy a traditional Turkish meal.

Meals included: Breakfast and dinner.

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure for Istanbul. Arrival and half-day tour of the Bosphorus. We'll take a boat trip along the Bosphorus (regular ferry), skirting the Sea of ​​Marmara on both the Asian and European sides of the city. During this tour, you'll see monuments such as Dolmabahçe Palace, Çırağan Palace, and Rumeli Hisarı Fortress, among others. We continue to the Süleymaniye Mosque, built between 1520 and 1566 by order of Süleyman I, better known as Süleyman the Magnificent, one of the richest and most powerful Ottoman sultans in history, who commissioned the renowned architect Mimar Sinan to design it. We then visit the Egyptian Bazaar, also known as the Spice Bazaar, built in the 17th century and located in the old Eminönü district of Istanbul. We return to the hotel at the end of the tour.

Meals included: Breakfast

Full-day tour of the Old City. In the morning, we will visit Hagia Sophia, one of Istanbul's most iconic landmarks, a magnificent architectural marvel that we offer to our visitors. It is considered one of the largest and most important mosques in the world. We continue to the Blue Mosque, admired for its six tall minarets, terraces, and domes that rise from the center of the building. You will see that the architect undoubtedly achieved perfection with this impressive work of art. In the afternoon, we will visit the Roman Hippodrome (dating from the reign of Septimius Severus), a space where horse races and circuses were held, providing entertainment for the inhabitants of Constantinople for over a thousand years. Next, we will visit Topkapi Palace, where the sultans lived between 1478 and 1865. Topkapi is not a single structure, but rather an organic monumental complex comprised of various pavilions, gardens, and scattered areas located in the historic district at the entrance to the Golden Horn. We will end the day at the covered market, the Grand Bazaar, where you will have free time. Transfer to the hotel and overnight stay. **The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and religious holidays.

Meals included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport for your return flight.

Meals included: Breakfast

WHAT'S INCLUDED
ACCOMODATION
  • - Hotel taxes
  • - Impuestos hoteleros
  • - Impuestos hoteleros
  • - Accommodation in hotels (or similar)
  • - Alojamiento en hoteles indicados (o similares)
  • - Sistemazione negli hotel indicati (o similari)
ENTRY FEES
  • - Visits with tickets included
  • - Visite con biglietti inclusi
  • - Visitas con entradas incluidas
GUIDE
  • - English-speaking guide for all visits indicated in the program
  • - Guida in lingua italiana per tutte le visite indicate nel programma
  • - Guía de habla hispana para todas las visitas indicadas en el programa
MEALS
  • - Trasferimenti con assistenza
  • - Servicio de comidas según el programa (6 desayunos, 2 cenas)
  • - Meal service according to the program (6 breakfasts, 2 dinners)
  • - Servizio pasti secondo programma (6 colazioni, 3 pranzi, 2 cene)
TRANSPORT
  • - Traslados con asistencia en español
  • - Transfers with assistance in English
  • - Viajes en coche privado con aire acondicionado
  • - Viajes en coche privado con aire acondicionado
  • - Private vehicle with A/C throughout the tour and transfers
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • - Flights
  • - Personal and extra expenses
  • - Travel/health insurance
  • - Drinks during lunch/dinner
  • - Vuelos
  • - Gastos personales y extras
  • - Seguro de viaje/salud
  • - Bebidas durante el almuerzo/cena
  • - Propinas
  • - Voli
  • - Spese personali ed extra
  • - Assicurazione di viaggio/salute
  • - Bevande durante il pranzo/cena
  • - Mance
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