Amsterdam experience
Trip for individual groups (4 days, 3 nights)
SAMPLE ITINERARY FOR INDIVIDUAL GROUPS
Day 1: Flight to Istanbul
Flight from Ljubljana to Istanbul. Transfer to a hotel near the city center, followed by rest or a short walk in the surroundings. Overnight at the hotel (BB).
Day 2: Old Istanbul
After breakfast, a tour of the old part of Istanbul. A historical walk from Byzantium to Constantinople and modern-day Istanbul. We will visit Hagia Sophia, built by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century, the Blue Mosque from the 17th century, the Topkapi Palace, which was once a royal residence, and the famous Basilica Cistern (the submerged palace) known as Yerebatan Saray. In the evening, an excursion to the Asian side of the city, where we will take the new metro under the Bosphorus, connecting Europe and Asia, to Üsküdar. This metro was opened in 2013. A walk along the most popular street follows, passing by the Galata Tower, and a return by tram, where we will enjoy a beautiful view of the night-lit European part of the city. Overnight at the hotel (BB).
Day 3: Bosphorus Tour, Bazaars, and Suleiman's Mosque
After breakfast, we start the day with a walk to the port, which is always very lively. From there, we will take a two-hour cruise along the Bosphorus Strait and see the most beautiful points on the European and Asian sides. This is followed by a visit to the Egyptian Bazaar (Spice Bazaar), a walk through the famous Grand Bazaar (covered market), and a stroll through the Beyazit district to the royal Suleymaniye Mosque, known for the tomb of Suleiman the Magnificent and the best views of the Bosphorus Strait. This part of the city is also known as a great place for souvenir shopping, etc. In the evening, we can enjoy an entertainment program with dinner and dancing on one of the boats that sail the Golden Horn and Bosphorus Strait (optional). Overnight at the hotel (BB).
Day 4: Excursion to the Princes' Islands and Turkish Hammam
In the morning, we walk to the pier and take a boat/ferry to the Mediterranean islands located in the Sea of Marmara. This will be a day for relaxation, without traffic, crowds, and mosques. We will stroll around one of the islands, soak in the Mediterranean ambiance, explore the park, and refresh ourselves in the Sea of Marmara. In the afternoon, return to Istanbul. The rest of the day is free for personal enjoyment, shopping, or haggling over coffee. Those who wish can visit the Cağaloğlu Hammam near the hotel. Overnight at the hotel (BB).
Day 5: Eyup, Golden Horn, Aquarium, and Return to Slovenia
After breakfast, we will drive to the Eyup district, known as a famous pilgrimage site, and take a gondola ride to the popular Pierre Loti viewpoint, named after the French author of the famous novel “Aziyade.” Then, we head towards the airport. Before returning home, we will use the last hours for a visit (optional) to the spectacular Aquarium or a walk along the Istanbul Riviera. After the tour, we will fly back to Slovenia, where we will part ways with beautiful memories of Istanbul.
Departure from Ljubljana or Postojna at 10 AM. Drive along the Postojna-Treviso highway with a stop on the way. Flight from Treviso at 3:15 PM. Arrival in Skopje at 4:55 PM. A short drive from the airport to the hotel in the capital. In the evening, optionally, we can go for a typical Macedonian dinner in a restaurant with live music. After the fun, overnight at the hotel (H).
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:
- Flight LJU – IST, IST – LJU
- 4x overnight stays with breakfast (BB) in a nice 3* hotel in the city center in double rooms
- All tours and entrance fees as per the program
- Slovenian guide for the entire duration of the trip
- Costs of the guide and organization of the trip
- Transport by metro, ferry, gondola, and rented bus as per the program
- Two-hour Bosphorus tour by boat
- Transfer to and from the airport in Istanbul
- Excursion to the Princes’ Islands
- Local guide as per the program
- Excellent organization and CHAR guide
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Food outside the program (lunches, dinners)
- Entrance fees for Aquarium and Hammam, and tips
- Bosphorus cruise with dance and dinner
- Cancellation risk insurance
For more information about the program, please contact us.