ISTANBUL & TRABZON PACKAGE

• *Meet & greet at Istanbul Airport by our representative holding a sign with your name.
• *Enjoy the transfer to your hotel and check in.
• *The rest of the day is at leisure.

*(Optional: Enjoy a Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with live music and traditional shows, or simply relax and explore the city at your own pace.)

- Morning pick-up from your hotel and transfer to the ferry terminal.

- Embark on a scenic ferry cruise across the Sea of Marmara to Büyükada, the largest of the Princes’ Islands. The journey takes approximately 60 minutes, offering beautiful views of Topkapi Palace, Maiden’s Tower (Leander’s Tower), and the other smaller islands.

- Upon arrival in Büyükada, experience the peaceful charm of this former retreat of Byzantine princes. With no motor vehicles allowed, the island preserves a tranquil atmosphere, surrounded by pine forests, quaint houses, and quiet lanes.

- Enjoy an electric car ride (optional) from the town center to the higher parts of the island, where panoramic views await.

- Free time on the island to:

• Dine at a sea-view fish restaurant
• Stroll along the seafront promenade
• Taste local favorites like fresh island-made ice cream, lokma (Turkish donuts), and explore charming souvenir shops

- Afternoon return ferry back to Istanbul.

- End of the tour with transfer back to your hotel.

• Morning pick-up from your hotel with a professional tour guide and driver.
• Begin your day in the Historical Peninsula at Hippodrome Square, the site of ancient chariot races and Byzantine riots. See the valuable monuments including the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpent Column, and the German Fountain, a gift from the German Emperor.
• Visit the Blue Mosque, famous for its stunning blue İznik tiles and unique six minarets, built in 1616 by Sultan Ahmed I.
• Take a 5-minute walk through Sultanahmet Square, passing the Hagia Sophia Museum, originally built by Byzantine Emperor Justinian I between 532-537 (entrance fee extra).
• Explore Topkapi Palace, the former imperial residence of Ottoman sultans constructed by Sultan Mehmed II between 1460-1478. The palace now serves as a museum showcasing Chinese porcelain, weapons, exquisite calligraphy, and a sacred relics section displaying items such as the Prophet Muhammad’s mantle, footprint, tooth, hair, swords of the first caliphs, and the container of the Black Stone from the Kaaba.
• Enjoy a lunch break and shopping opportunity at a nearby mall. Please note: Hagia Sophia Museum entrance and lunch are not included.
• End of tour transfer back to your hotel.

- Morning pick-up from your hotel in Istanbul.

- Start the day with a relaxing Bosphorus Cruise, sailing along the legendary strait that separates Europe and Asia. Capture stunning photos of:

• Dolmabahçe Palace
• Historic Ottoman-era wooden mansions
• Modern luxury residences
• Iconic bridges, fortresses, and palaces along the shoreline

- After the cruise, visit local factories and Olivium Outlet Mall, offering a chance to shop for textiles, leather goods, souvenirs, and more at attractive prices.

-End of the tour and transfer back to your hotel.

• Meet your guide at the hotel in Istanbul and transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Trabzon.
• Arrive at Trabzon Airport (any time).
• Upon arrival, our representative will meet you at the airport entrance holding a sign with your name and assist you with the transfer to your hotel.
• During the transfer, receive basic information about Trabzon city and your tour program (if applicable).
• Check-in at your hotel in Trabzon.

• *You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning to begin the day’s adventure.
• *The first stop is the Sumela Monastery, located about 40–45 minutes from Trabzon. You'll also enjoy a short break by a scenic waterfall on the way.
  Originally founded by two Athenian priests, Barnabas and Sophronios, during the reign of Byzantine Emperor Theodosius I (375–395), the monastery as we know it today has stood since the 13th century.
• *After visiting Sumela, the tour continues to Zigana Highland Holiday Village, where you’ll enjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant.
• *Next, explore the Karaca Cave, often called “nature’s underground palace.” This fascinating cave features an incredible array of stalactites, stalagmites, cave roses, calcite crystals, and even chrysanthemum-like formations – all still actively forming.
• *The final stop is Hamsiköy, a charming village nestled on the slopes of the Zigana Mountains. Surrounded by pine forests and located at an altitude of around 300 meters, the area is known for its breathtaking nature and traditional rice pudding ("sütlaç").
• *At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.

• *You will be picked up from your hotel in Trabzon in the morning to begin the Uzungöl Tour.
• *On the way to Uzungöl, we’ll stop at the famous Sürmene Knife Workshop, known for its handcrafted blades and centuries-old tradition.
• *Next, we visit a local tea factory, where you’ll learn how Turkey’s most beloved tea is produced—right from the tea fields of Trabzon. You’ll also have the chance to taste and buy fresh tea.
• *The journey continues to the breathtaking Sultan Murat Plateau, located at an altitude of 2,200 meters. Surrounded by rich greenery and fresh mountain air, it offers a serene escape and stunning landscapes.
• *Afterward, we head to the upper slopes of Uzungöl, where we’ll take a short break near artificial waterfalls, a perfect spot for panoramic photos.
• *You will then enjoy free time by the lake and have lunch at a local restaurant by the shore.
  Lunch is included.
• *Explore the unique natural beauty of Uzungöl, a picturesque lake nestled between forested mountains and wooden houses.
• *After the visit, we’ll return to Trabzon, and you'll be transferred back to your hotel.

Hotel check-out and private transfer to Trabzon Airport for your international flight via Istanbul.

*End of our services.

*We wish you a safe journey and hope to welcome you again soon!