Istanbul Pleasure Culture Entertainment Tour
Guide
Professional
TÜRSAB guide
Insurance
Mandatory travel
including insurance
Guarantee
Minimum participants
departure guaranteed
Support
Throughout the tour
24/7 WhatsApp
Duration
3 Days
Departure
Izmir
Person
Max 46
Transportation
Araç İle
Distance
İzmir → İstanbul
426 km · ~6 saat yol
Tour Description
DEPARTURE POINT AND DEPARTURE TIMES
- 23:00 Fahrettin Altay (In front of Ziraat Bank)
- 23:10 Üçyol Square (In front of Pamukkale Office)
- 23:20 Şirinyer (Opposite Velioğlu Bakery)
- 23:30 In front of Konak YKM (Bus Stop)
- 23:50 Alsancak Train Station
- 00:00 Bayraklı Overpass
- 00:10 Karşıyaka Monument
- 00:20 Bostanlı Pier
- 00:30 Mavişehir (In front of Mavibahçe Shopping Mall)
- 00:50 Bornova (In front of Ege University Emergency)
- 01:20 Manisa Old Garage
Our programs depart on the evening of your chosen day.
Important Note: Vehicle sizes are arranged according to the number of participants. It may be a Minibus - Midi Bus - or Bus.
RESERVATION OPTIONS
You can review installment options up to 12 MONTHS with your credit card through our website or make a cash payment.
You can create a reservation by contacting us via our WhatsApp lines, making a prepayment (deposit) and completing the remaining payment on the vehicle.
You can come to our office and make a payment with cash or credit/bank card.
You can make a prepayment with your credit card and lock in the discounted price.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND PARTICIPATION CONDITIONS
• Our agency is responsible for all trips and organizations mentioned in this program.
• The departure times specified by the guide are definite and binding for all participants. To avoid disruption of the program, a maximum waiting time of 15 minutes may be applied after the specified time. In case the waiting time is exceeded, the vehicle will depart, and any refund or compensation requests due to the participant's inability to continue the tour will not be accepted.
• Tour program information and departure details are sent to your registered contact information before the tour date. Our agency is not responsible for any disruptions caused by incomplete or incorrect reporting of contact information.
• If the required number of participants is not reached for the tour to be realized, our agency reserves the right to cancel the tour with at least 2 days' notice. In this case, the paid fees will be refunded in full.
• The guide or our agency may change the program flow, visit order, and departure times based on weather conditions, traffic density, road conditions, official authority decisions, force majeure, and operational necessities.
• Due to potential traffic and regional density during holidays, official holidays, semester breaks, and similar busy periods, changes or time restrictions may occur on the specified routes in the program.
• Extra activities included in the programs (boat tour, rafting, zipline, ATV, etc.) are optional and subject to additional fees. These services are provided by third-party businesses in the area.
• Entrance fees for museums, archaeological sites, national parks, beaches, and similar places are not included in the tour fee unless otherwise stated in the program.
• In tours requiring a museum card, obtaining the card is the guest's responsibility. Guests without a museum card can enter using current applications and box office procedures.
• Participants are dropped off at the stops where they boarded at the beginning of the tour. Off-route passenger drop-off is not performed except for operational necessities.
• The protection of personal belongings during the tour is the participant's responsibility. Our agency cannot be held responsible for lost, forgotten, or stolen items.
• Compliance with the departure times specified by the guide is mandatory. Our agency is not responsible for any disruptions in the program due to delays caused by participants.
• In tours with swimming breaks, entering the sea or water is entirely the participant's responsibility.
• Mandatory travel insurance is provided for our tours. The accuracy of the shared information for insurance processes is the participant's responsibility.
• In accommodation programs, hotel changes may be made as long as they are of the same standards.
• Photos and videos taken during the tour may be used in our agency's promotional activities. Guests with sensitivities regarding this matter must inform us in writing before the tour.
• The current sales contract provisions are valid for reservation, cancellation, refund, and transfer transactions.
• Guests who purchase the Cancellation and Refund Guarantee Package can benefit from the cancellation right until 48 hours before the tour starts, within the package conditions.
Program
Day 1 — Izmir - Çamlıca Hill - Taksim - Dolmabahçe
Dear guests, after welcoming you at the specified stops and times, we begin our journey to the city of ISTANBUL, which has served as the capital of three empires and has inspired poets with its geographical and architectural beauties, with the comfortable buses of GEZİ TUTKUNLARI.
After taking necessary breaks through Manisa, Akhisar, and Susurluk, we arrive at our first stop, ÇAMLICA HILL. Here, we enjoy a unique view of the Bosphorus while having breakfast at IBB Social Facilities and take a pleasant photo break.
Then, to get to know Istanbul better, we cross the Bosphorus Bridge, the first bridge of the Bosphorus, and reach the European continent.
Our first visit point is ORTAKÖY, one of the liveliest and most iconic districts of Istanbul. In this unique cultural fabric where a synagogue, a church, and a mosque stand side by side, we discover one of the most beautiful spots of the Bosphorus, see the famous Ortaköy Mosque, and guests who wish can experience the region's famous kumpir and waffle delicacies.
After our photo break, we turn our route towards the historical DOLMABAHÇE PALACE, which was the residence of the Ottoman dynasty after the Dolmabahçe Palace, built in the 19th century with a unique combination of European and Ottoman architecture, and where our ATA was laid to rest in 1938.
Accompanied by our guide's explanations, we visit the Selamlık Section of the palace as a group; we have the opportunity to closely see Hereke carpets, mother-of-pearl inlaid furniture, crystal chandeliers, and magnificent decoration elements. (Guests who wish can also visit the Harem section with a Museum Card.)
After our palace visit, we turn our route towards Taksim – İstiklal Street. After the guide's information, guests can explore the area freely during the free time given.
In Taksim Square and İstiklal Street, you can see important points such as Yeşilçam Street, European Passage, Galatasaray High School, the world's oldest metro Tünel, Madame Tussauds Museum, Çiçek Passage, St. Antuan Church; guests who wish can climb the Galata Tower to see Istanbul from a bird's eye view.
Also, don't forget to taste the famous profiterole at the indispensable İnci Pastry Shop on İstiklal Street.
After spending enjoyable time in the lively atmosphere of İstiklal Street, we meet at the time determined by our guide and check into our hotel. Dinner and accommodation will be at our hotel.
Day 2 — PANORAMA 1453 - Pierre Loti - Bosphorus Tour
After having breakfast at our hotel, we start the day with a visit to the PANORAMA 1453 History Museum, where we will journey into Istanbul's history. After a pleasant walk alongside the Historical Walls, we visit this unique museum, which allows you to experience the conquest of Istanbul as if you were there with its 360-degree panoramic structure.
Continuing our tour, we move to Pierre Loti Hill, which has one of the most impressive views of the Golden Horn. After a pleasant ascent by cable car, we enjoy our tea and coffee while savoring the view of the Golden Horn.
In this area, guests who wish can visit the Eyüp Sultan Mosque and Tomb, one of Istanbul's spiritual centers.
Next, we turn our route to Miniatürk, which features miniature models of historical and natural beauties from all over our country. This special museum offers a pleasant and educational experience for both adults and children, allowing you to explore Turkey in one place.
After our visit to Miniatürk, we head to Eminönü Square. In this historic area, which is the heart of trade from the Ottoman Empire to the Republic, we have the opportunity to see important structures such as New Mosque, Spice Bazaar, and Rüstem Pasha Mosque with the explanations of our guide. During free time, guests can experience the famous fish sandwich of Eminönü and explore the vibrant atmosphere of the area.
At the end of the day, we embark on one of Istanbul's most special experiences, the Bosphorus Tour. Departing from Eminönü with our special boat for İzmir Gezi Tutkunları guests, we enjoy a unique Bosphorus tour alongside Galata Tower, Dolmabahçe Palace, Çırağan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Arnavutköy, Bebek, Rumeli and Anadolu Fortresses, Kandilli, Çengelköy, Kuzguncuk, Üsküdar, Maiden's Tower, historical mansions, and bridges.
After this unforgettable boat trip, we return to our hotel. Dinner will be at our hotel. Guests who wish can additionally participate in live music and entertainment programs at venues around Kumkapı or Galata Bridge.
Day 3 — Historical Peninsula – Sultanahmet Region - Return
After having breakfast at our hotel, we head towards the Historical Peninsula – Sultanahmet Region.
(From this point on, all museums will be within walking distance, so the vehicle will only be boarded on the return. It is recommended that guests wear suitable walking shoes and have an ID and photo for the museum card. It is advised to obtain museum cards before arriving in Istanbul.)
We start our tour with a visit to the Topkapi Palace, which served as the capital of the Ottoman Empire for over three centuries. Inside the palace, guests can visit the Holy Relics Room, see the Kaşıkçı Diamond and Topkapi Dagger, explore the Arz Room, Revan and Baghdad Pavilions, and enjoy the unique view of the Bosphorus from the Mecidiye Pavilion.
Continuing our tour, we visit the Hagia Sophia Mosque, considered one of the most important buildings in world architectural history. Then, we explore historical artifacts such as Sultanahmet Square, Sultanahmet Mosque, Hippodrome, Obelisk, and German Fountain with the explanations of our guide.
After receiving information from our guide, we give free time. During this time, guests can explore the historical structures in the area and taste the famous Sultanahmet meatballs.
Next, we visit the Rahmi Koç Museum, located on the shores of the Golden Horn, which is among the world's leading museums with its rich collection and architecture. With its wide collection ranging from classic cars to trains, from royal carriages to airplanes, it offers a very enjoyable experience for both adults and children. It is also the first large museum dedicated to Turkey's transportation, industry, and communication history.
At the end of the day, we leave behind the enchanting atmosphere of Istanbul and begin our return journey. We proceed through Balıkesir – Akhisar – Manisa, taking necessary breaks along the way, and arrive in Izmir late at night (00:00 - 01:00). We bid farewell to our valued guests until another GEZİ TUTKUNLARI organization.
NOTE: Our arrival time in Izmir may vary depending on road conditions, traffic, fog, and weather conditions. Therefore, we recommend planning your return flight/ticket for the next day.
Inclusions
- Transportation with Comfortable Tourism Vehicles
- 2 Nights Accommodation
- 2 Breakfasts and 2 Dinners
- Mandatory Travel Health Insurance
- Professional Guiding Service
- In-Vehicle Water Service
Exclusions
- Personal Expenses
- Breakfast on the First Day
- Lunches
- Museum and Archaeological Site Entrance Fees
- Kumkapı Night Entertainment
- Pierre Loti Entrance Fee
- Bosphorus Tour: 500TL
Cancellation Policy
CANCELLATION, REFUND AND CHANGE CONDITIONS Tour reservations can be canceled continuously until 48 hours before the tour departure time, and the full amount paid will be refunded. For tours organized during special periods such as holidays, semester breaks, New Year, official holidays, etc., cancellations and refunds cannot be made 4 days (96 hours) before and after the tour date. Refund requests made outside the specified periods are not possible. In cases where the refund period has passed, participant information on the reservation may be changed depending on availability. Name changes can be made. Tour details, departure times, departure points, and guide contact information are sent to our guests via SMS one day before the tour. In tours with flights, no refunds are made under any circumstances due to airline and operational conditions. In case the tour is canceled by the agency due to insufficient participation, force majeure, or operational necessities, the tour fee paid by the guest will be refunded in full without any deductions. Refunds are made through the method of payment used. Due to processing times of banks and card institutions, the reflection time of the refund to the account may vary. All guests making a reservation are deemed to have accepted the above cancellation, refund, and change conditions.
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General Information for All Tours:
1-Participants are dropped off at the point where they boarded the vehicle. There will be no stops or passenger drop-offs at different points outside the program. The start and end times of the tour may not coincide with public transport schedules. Participants are responsible for planning accordingly. The times indicated on the website are for informational purposes. The exact meeting time, departure point, and guide information will be communicated via SMS or written notification before the tour. In case of no notification, it is the participant's responsibility to contact the office.
2-The agency reserves the right to change the program due to weather conditions, road conditions, official authority decisions, force majeure, or operational necessities.
3-The agency is not responsible for forgotten, lost, or stolen items during the tour. Participants are responsible for their personal belongings.
4-The type of vehicle used in the tours is determined according to the number of participants.
5-The agency cannot be held responsible for tours and activities that are not permitted by local authorities or cannot be carried out for security reasons.
6-In case the required number of participants is not reached for the tour to take place, the tour can be canceled with at least 2 days' notice before the tour date.
7-Child discounts apply to children under 12 years old, provided they share a room with two adults.
8-Our agency reserves the right to change hotels as long as they are of the same standards.
9-Room allocation and room type are determined by the hotel management. The agency has no discretion over room selection or floor selection.
10-In triple rooms, the third bed may not be a standard bed. A foldable extra bed or sofa bed may be provided.
11-Mandatory travel insurance is provided for the tours. Participants must declare their correct date of birth and T.C. identity number. Participants are responsible for the consequences of incorrect declarations.
12-The agency is not responsible for tours that cannot be conducted due to unforeseen reasons (weather conditions, traffic, density, etc.) or non-compliance with the times reported by the guide.
13-The guide has the right to make necessary changes according to the flow of the program.
14-During holidays and busy periods, accommodation may be made in different hotels of the same standard. If necessary, the group may be split.
15-Verbal statements are not valid. The details written in the tour program and the requests communicated in writing (via email) are taken as the basis.
16-Participants are deemed to have read and accepted these conditions at the time of reservation. It is the participant's responsibility to follow website updates. The website and Package Tour Agreement are an inseparable whole.
17-Our agency may change the tour program based on seasonal conditions, road works, operational necessities, and service quality evaluations. The most recently published program is valid.
18-Cancellation and refund requests must be made in writing. The deduction rates specified in the Package Tour Agreement will be applied based on the cancellation date. The refund rules for transportation, flights, ferries, etc. are subject to the conditions of the relevant company.
19-The agency cannot be held responsible for cancellations or changes due to force majeure such as pandemics, natural disasters, wars, terrorism, strikes, border closures, and official authority decisions. In these cases, the provisions of the applicable legislation will apply.
20-For overseas tours, the validity period of the passport, visa procedures, foreign exit fees, and entry requirements to the country are entirely the participant's responsibility. The agency is not responsible for any issues that may arise at border crossings.
21-Price updates may be made until the tour date due to currency fluctuations, fuel prices, taxes, and fees.
22-The realization of extra tours depends on sufficient participation and regional conditions. The agency is not responsible for extra tours that cannot be conducted.
23-In case of non-compliance with the departure times reported by the guide, the guest is obliged to join the tour program at their own expense. Any additional expenses incurred will be the participant's responsibility.
24-Photos and videos taken during the tour may be used for promotional and marketing activities.
Customers are deemed to have accepted all items when purchasing the tour.
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Who is this tour suitable for?
This tour, lasting 3 Days and departing from Izmir, is suitable for guests looking to explore the Arşiv route, seeking comfortable transportation and a guided program. You can join as a family, couple, or group of friends.
Why should you choose this tour from İzmir?
You can join the tour without wasting time with a single departure point from İzmir and its surroundings. Transportation and program for tours departing from İzmir are organized with the assurance of Gezi Tutkunları; you can check the page for current prices and departure dates or make a reservation.
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