Istanbul and Ephesus

Türkiye

Day 01 Istanbul.-
Welcome to your tour with Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.

Day 02 Istanbul.-
A panoramic tour of the city awaits us. On our tour, we´ll enter the Süleymaniye Mosque, the largest in Istanbul, we´ll explore the ancient walls, the Golden Horn, the bustling fishing district and we´ll marvel at the exterior of Hagia Sophia. Our tour also includes tickets to visit the Topkapi Palace, once the administrative heart of the Ottoman Empire, with its magnificent courtyards and pavilions. In the afternoon, you´ll have free time to explore this city spanning two continents.

As the afternoon draws to a close, we´ll arrange a transfer to Taksim, the city´s most vibrant commercial district. There, you´ll have time to dine at one of its many restaurants and see the charming old tram that runs through the area. Alternatively, you can visit the nearby Galata Tower.

Day 03 Istanbul.-
Today, we’ll embark on a boat trip on the Bosphorus (tickets included), lasting about two hours on a private boat exclusively for Europamundo travelers. This journey will take us through the strait that connects the Black Sea with the Sea of Marmara, dividing Istanbul between its European and Asian sides. We’ll enjoy the lively activity of the strait with its many boats. We’ll pass under the two bridges that link Europe and Asia and admire the Sultan’s palaces, traditional wooden houses, and Ottoman architecture. Afterward, we’ll return to central Istanbul for some free time.

Day 04 Istanbul - Ephesus - Kusadasi.-
We’ll leave early from Istanbul and continue our route through Turkey. Around lunch time, we’ll arrive at Ephesus, the best-preserved ancient city of Asia Minor. Two thousand years ago, it had a quarter of a million inhabitants. We’ll visit the Basilica of St. John, the House of the Virgin Mary and the archaeological site (tickets included). After immersing ourselves in the rich history of Ephesus, we’ll proceed to Kusadasi, a popular coastal town known for its vibrant atmosphere, commercial life, and quaint castle. We’ll stay the night in Kusadasi, and dinner will be included.

Note: During peak season, from the beginning of June until the end of September, accommodation may be provided in a nearby town instead of Kusadasi.

Day 05 Kusadasi- Izmir- Bursa- Istambul.-
We leave for the city with the fourth largest population in Turkey: IZMIR. We make a brief visit with our guide to this city considered the most westernized and modern city in the country in terms of values, ideology and lifestyle. We then return to inland Turkey. Stop en route for lunch before reaching BURSA, the fourth largest city in Turkey, whose historic centre has been declared UNESCO World Heritage, with its traditional commercial districts, mosques, religious schools, public baths … The green mosque stands out. Arrival in ISTANBUL at the end of the day.

Day 06 Istanbul.-
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.

INCLUSIONS

  • Europamundo General Services: Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance and breakfast buffet.
  • Includes arrival transfer
  • Boat: Bosphorus cruise in Istanbul.
  • City tour in : Istanbul, Istanbul.
  • Evening Transfer: Taksim Square in Istanbul, Taksim Square in Istanbul.
  • Ticket admission: Süleymaniye Mosque and Topkapi Palace in Istanbul, The House of the Virgin Mary, Basilica of St. John, Ephesus Archeological Site, Süleymaniye Mosque and Topkapi Palace in Istanbul.
  • 1 Lunch or Dinner Included in: Kusadasi.

Exclusions

  • International and Internal Air tickets required to participate in this tour.
  • Visa, Insurance, Airport & Port taxes.
  • 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.

Terms & Conditions

  • Rates and Itinerary are subject to change without prior notice & subject to availability. No refund on any unutilised services.
  • Charges in case of cancellation within 48 to 33 days prior to arrival : 10% of the package cost or € 30 whichever is higher
  • Charges in case of cancellation within 32 to 18 days prior to arrival : 25% of the package cost.
  • Charges in case of cancellation within 17 to 06 days prior to arrival : 50% of the package cost.
  • Charges in case of cancellation within 06 days prior to arrival OR No shows : 100% of the package cost.

Istanbul and Ephesus

06 Days / 05 Nights

Starting From:

OMR 335

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