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Embark on an extraordinary journey to Türkiye, a land where East meets West, where ancient history blends seamlessly with modern culture, and where breathtaking landscapes await at every turn. From the bustling streets of Istanbul to the otherworldly landscapes of Cappadocia, Türkiye promises an unforgettable adventure filled with rich experiences and vibrant encounters.
INCLUSIONS:
- Roundtrip Airfare via Emirates
- Hand Carry (1 pc. 7 KG) w/ Check in Baggage (1 pc. 30 KG)
- 5-Star Hotel Accommodation Strictly Based on Twin Sharing
- Overnight in Cave Hotel
- Full Board Meals
- Entrance Fees to the museums and historical places includingas per itinerary.
- Transportation by 47-seated air-conditioned coaches startingfrom 15 full-paying passengers, 27 seated coaches from 11 pax to 14 pax and 14-seated minibus for smaller parties.
- 500 ml mineral water per day per person in the minibus, andtable water during the meals
- All parking fees and highway tolls
- Basic tip to the hotels and restaurants & domestic airport portage where available
- Local Taxes and VAT included in to the quotation however,any increase in the VAT rate by the government will be reflected in to the quotation accordingly.
- English-Speaking Guide
- Filipino Tour Escort
EXCLUSIONS:
- Tipping -$10 x 9 days
- Regular Visa -$245 (2-3 months processing)
- E-Visa -$100 +PHP 1,000 Shipping Fee
- Expedite Visa -$305 (3-4 weeks processing)
- Travel Insurance -PHP 1,888 (Up to 75 y/o only. If pax is 76 y/o and above, for quotation for Premium Insurance.)
OPTIONAL TOURS:
- Belly Dancing Show with Drinks and Pica -$60/pax(SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
- Hot Air Balloon -$320/pax
(CASH PAYMENT ON THE SPOT. REFUNDABLE IF BALLOON CANNOT FLY DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS.)
𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗥𝗬
DAY 1
- Depart from Manila or Cebu
- Hotel Check In
DAY 2
- After breakfast, visit Topkapi Palace, once the official residence and seat of government during the Ottoman Empire
- Explore the palace, which is now a museum housing a wide collection of Ottoman artifacts including imperial jewels, porcelain, armor, and weapons
- Next, visit Chora Church known for its intricate and stunning frescoes, with a history dating back to the 4th century
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Drive to Canakkale with a photo stop at the legendary Wooden Horse
- Visit Troy Ancient City, known for its historical significance and archaeological ruins
- Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 3
- After breakfast, proceed for lunch in Kusadasi
- Visit one of the World’s Seven Wonders – The Ruins of Ephesus, one of the world’s finest archaeological sites
- Explore the Arcadian Way and the splendid façade of the Library of Celsius
- See the Amphitheatre, which is still used for concerts
- Afterwards, visit the House of Virgin Mary, also known as Meryem Ana Evi in Turkish
- According to beliefs of many people, this is where Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent the last years of her life
- She was supposed to arrive in Ephesus together with St. John and lived there from 37-45 century until her Assumption according to Catholic doctrine
- Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel
DAY 4
- After breakfast, proceed to the Leather Fashion House and enjoy a Fashion Show with drinks served
- Continue driving to Pamukkale (Cotton Castle)
- Visit Hierapolis, the ruins of the biggest Necropolis (graveyard) of the Ancient World
- Explore the Roman Baths, Basilica, and Calcium Cliffs
- Next, visit the Travertines, one of the UNESCO listed sites, known for its fantastic white lime cascades formed by hot mineral springs
- Experience the magical and spectacular natural site unique in the world
- Tonight, you may enjoy a free hot spring bath in your hotel (please bring your own swimwear)
- Overnight in Pamukkale, dinner inside the hotel.
DAY 5
- After breakfast, depart for Cappadocia via Konya
- Arrive in Konya for lunch and proceed to a Caravanserai, which served as roadside inns where travelers could rest and recover from their journey
- Caravanserais supported the flow of commerce, information, and people across the network of trade routes covering Asia, North Africa, and Southeast Europe, most notably the Silk Road
- Drive to Cappadocia
- Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel
DAY 6
- Optionally, participate in a hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia to witness its breathtaking landscapes from above
- Visit the Turkish Carpet Factory with drinks served
- Explore the UNESCO-listed Göreme Open-Air Museum, featuring ancient rock-cut churches and monasteries
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant
- Continue to Kaymakli Underground City, built by early Christians to protect themselves from Romans during troubled times
- Explore the underground tunnels linking the city to other areas
- Proceed to Uchisar Hill and Pasabag Valley to enjoy magnificent views of Cappadocia
- Have dinner and check into the hotel for the night
DAY 7
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before departing for Ankara, the capital of Turkey and its second-largest city after Istanbul.
- Have lunch at a local restaurant upon arrival.
- Visit the Mustafa Kemal Atatürk Museum, dedicated to the leader of the Turkish War of Independence and the founder and first President of the Republic of Turkey.
- Explore the museum to learn more about Atatürk's life, achievements, and contributions to Turkish history.
- After the museum visit, have dinner and spend the night at the hotel in Ankara.
DAY 8
- Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel before departing for Istanbul, the largest city in Turkey.
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant upon arrival in Istanbul.
- Visit the Church of the Holy Wisdom, also known as Hagia Sophia, a former Eastern Orthodox cathedral and later an Ottoman imperial mosque. Explore its fascinating history and stunning architecture.
- Continue your city tour with a visit to the Blue Mosque, known for its striking blue tiles and six minarets.
- Explore the Hippodrome Square, which was once the center of sporting and political activities in Constantinople.
- Proceed to the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, boasting thousands of shops and covered streets.
- After your tour, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
- Finally, head to your hotel for check-in and overnight stay in Istanbul.
DAY 9
- Start your day with breakfast at the hotel.
- Embark on a Bosphorus Cruise to explore the strait, which serves as the boundary between Europe and Asia. Enjoy the scenic views as you sail past European-style palaces, including Dolmabahce and Beylerbeyi, as well as elegant mansions and modern villas.
- Take in the sights of beautiful wooden kiosks from the 19th century along the shoreline.
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
- After lunch, take a leisurely stroll at Taksim Square and Istiklal Street, known for its vibrant atmosphere, bustling shops, and historic buildings.
- Finally, transfer to the airport for your flight.
DAY 10
- Arrival in Manila or Cebu
Please Note: To avoid any inconvenience, make sure to verify availability with Weekendays Travel before finalizing your booking.
Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
Availability is dynamic; please check the current status at the time of booking.
Please note that the rate is based on 25 passengers. Any adjustments for a number of passengers below or above 50 will be subject to computation.
INCLUSIONS:
- Roundtrip Airfare via Emirates
- Hand Carry (1 pc. 7 KG) w/ Check in Baggage (1 pc. 30 KG)
- 5-Star Hotel Accommodation Strictly Based on Twin Sharing
- Overnight in Cave Hotel
- Full Board Meals
- Entrance Fees to the museums and historical places includingas per itinerary.
- Transportation by 47-seated air-conditioned coaches startingfrom 15 full-paying passengers, 27 seated coaches from 11 pax to 14 pax and 14-seated minibus for smaller parties.
- 500 ml mineral water per day per person in the minibus, andtable water during the meals
- All parking fees and highway tolls
- Basic tip to the hotels and restaurants & domestic airport portage where available
- Local Taxes and VAT included in to the quotation however,any increase in the VAT rate by the government will be reflected in to the quotation accordingly.
- English-Speaking Guide
- Filipino Tour Escort
EXCLUSIONS:
- Tipping -$10 x 9 days
- Regular Visa -$245 (2-3 months processing)
- E-Visa -$100 +PHP 1,000 Shipping Fee
- Expedite Visa -$305 (3-4 weeks processing)
- Travel Insurance -PHP 1,888 (Up to 75 y/o only. If pax is 76 y/o and above, for quotation for Premium Insurance.)
OPTIONAL TOURS:
- Belly Dancing Show with Drinks and Pica -$60/pax(SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
- Hot Air Balloon -$320/pax
(CASH PAYMENT ON THE SPOT. REFUNDABLE IF BALLOON CANNOT FLY DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS.)
𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗥𝗬
DAY 1
- Depart from Manila or Cebu
- Hotel Check In
DAY 2
- After breakfast, visit Topkapi Palace, once the official residence and seat of government during the Ottoman Empire
- Explore the palace, which is now a museum housing a wide collection of Ottoman artifacts including imperial jewels, porcelain, armor, and weapons
- Next, visit Chora Church known for its intricate and stunning frescoes, with a history dating back to the 4th century
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Drive to Canakkale with a photo stop at the legendary Wooden Horse
- Visit Troy Ancient City, known for its historical significance and archaeological ruins
- Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 3
- After breakfast, proceed for lunch in Kusadasi
- Visit one of the World’s Seven Wonders – The Ruins of Ephesus, one of the world’s finest archaeological sites
- Explore the Arcadian Way and the splendid façade of the Library of Celsius
- See the Amphitheatre, which is still used for concerts
- Afterwards, visit the House of Virgin Mary, also known as Meryem Ana Evi in Turkish
- According to beliefs of many people, this is where Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent the last years of her life
- She was supposed to arrive in Ephesus together with St. John and lived there from 37-45 century until her Assumption according to Catholic doctrine
- Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel
DAY 4
- After breakfast, proceed to the Leather Fashion House and enjoy a Fashion Show with drinks served
- Continue driving to Pamukkale (Cotton Castle)
- Visit Hierapolis, the ruins of the biggest Necropolis (graveyard) of the Ancient World
- Explore the Roman Baths, Basilica, and Calcium Cliffs
- Next, visit the Travertines, one of the UNESCO listed sites, known for its fantastic white lime cascades formed by hot mineral springs
- Experience the magical and spectacular natural site unique in the world
- Tonight, you may enjoy a free hot spring bath in your hotel (please bring your own swimwear)
- Overnight in Pamukkale, dinner inside the hotel.
DAY 5
- After breakfast, depart for Cappadocia via Konya
- Arrive in Konya for lunch and proceed to a Caravanserai, which served as roadside inns where travelers could rest and recover from their journey
- Caravanserais supported the flow of commerce, information, and people across the network of trade routes covering Asia, North Africa, and Southeast Europe, most notably the Silk Road
- Drive to Cappadocia
- Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel
DAY 6
- Optionally, participate in a hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia to witness its breathtaking landscapes from above
- Visit the Turkish Carpet Factory with drinks served
- Explore the UNESCO-listed Göreme Open-Air Museum, featuring ancient rock-cut churches and monasteries
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant
- Continue to Kaymakli Underground City, built by early Christians to protect themselves from Romans during troubled times
- Explore the underground tunnels linking the city to other areas
- Proceed to Uchisar Hill and Pasabag Valley to enjoy magnificent views of Cappadocia
- Have dinner and check into the hotel for the night
DAY 7
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before departing for Ankara, the capital of Turkey and its second-largest city after Istanbul.
- Have lunch at a local restaurant upon arrival.
- Visit the Mustafa Kemal Atatürk Museum, dedicated to the leader of the Turkish War of Independence and the founder and first President of the Republic of Turkey.
- Explore the museum to learn more about Atatürk's life, achievements, and contributions to Turkish history.
- After the museum visit, have dinner and spend the night at the hotel in Ankara.
DAY 8
- Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel before departing for Istanbul, the largest city in Turkey.
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant upon arrival in Istanbul.
- Visit the Church of the Holy Wisdom, also known as Hagia Sophia, a former Eastern Orthodox cathedral and later an Ottoman imperial mosque. Explore its fascinating history and stunning architecture.
- Continue your city tour with a visit to the Blue Mosque, known for its striking blue tiles and six minarets.
- Explore the Hippodrome Square, which was once the center of sporting and political activities in Constantinople.
- Proceed to the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, boasting thousands of shops and covered streets.
- After your tour, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
- Finally, head to your hotel for check-in and overnight stay in Istanbul.
DAY 9
- Start your day with breakfast at the hotel.
- Embark on a Bosphorus Cruise to explore the strait, which serves as the boundary between Europe and Asia. Enjoy the scenic views as you sail past European-style palaces, including Dolmabahce and Beylerbeyi, as well as elegant mansions and modern villas.
- Take in the sights of beautiful wooden kiosks from the 19th century along the shoreline.
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
- After lunch, take a leisurely stroll at Taksim Square and Istiklal Street, known for its vibrant atmosphere, bustling shops, and historic buildings.
- Finally, transfer to the airport for your flight.
DAY 10
- Arrival in Manila or Cebu
Please Note: To avoid any inconvenience, make sure to verify availability with Weekendays Travel before finalizing your booking.
Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
Availability is dynamic; please check the current status at the time of booking.
Please note that the rate is based on 25 passengers. Any adjustments for a number of passengers below or above 50 will be subject to computation.
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