TRAVELSHOP TURKEY - 10 DAYS FAMILY HOLIDAY ISTANBUL AND KUSADASI

10 DAYS FAMILY HOLIDAY ISTANBUL AND KUSADASI ITINERARY:

Day 1 - Istanbul - Arrival
(Dinner included)
Welcome to Turkey! Arrive into Istanbul. Transfer from airport & check in to your hotel. You will be given your room key and the rest of the day is yours to explore the vibrant city. Tonight we have a Welcome Dinner, you will meet our friendly crew and while enjoying traditional Turkish Food, you will enjoy the mystical atmosphere of Istanbul at night. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2 - Istanbul City Tour
(Breakfast included)
We depart at 09:00 for the Istanbul city tour. TOPKAPI PALACE : The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle; enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE : Across from St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. HIPPODROME: Ancient Hippodrome, the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine. Lunch break and then we head to the SPICE BAZAAR (Egyptian Bazaar). The air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable herb and spice. After the tour you have the option to experience the Bosphorus Cruise. You will have the chance to enjoy magnificent views of Bosphorus which is connecting Asia to Europe. The rest of the evening is yours to enjoy Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 3 - Istanbul to Kusadasi
(Breakfast and dinner included)
Free Day until the afternoon for your domestic flight to Izmir. Transfer from airport & check in to your hotel in Kusadasi. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 4 - Ephesus
(Breakfast and dinner included)
A fully Guided Ephesus Tour starts at 09:00, one of the best preserved ancient ruins in the world. A visit to Ephesus - once the commercial centre of the ancient world - is a highlight of any visit to Turkey. The city, which wealth and patronage supported its splendid architectural program, was dedicated to the goddess Artemis. Her enormous temple, once considered one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World and rebuilt several times, dates in its latest form from the third century B.C. The tour of the ruins also includes a theatre, gymnasium, agora and baths, as well as the Library of Celsus. After the tour, the rest of the day to relax and can enjoy your Turkish Bath at any time that suits you. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 5 - Jeep Safari
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner included)
If you want to spend a whole day of fun then go up into the mountains with our funny, friendly and experienced guide, visiting a mosque, a village family, lunching in the water, swimming and the wonderful nature of Taurus Mountain. If you want to escape the heat of shore of Mediterranean, then we will bring you to the best places in the cool mountains. JEEP SAFARI is one of the most marvellous adrenalin voyages towards Taurus mountain to discover the real beauty of Turkey. The safari really goes through an exciting route of winding roads, a few narrow unsurfaced roads where 2 vehicles cannot easily pass each other. The road passes through dense pine forests, the trees soaring up 20 meters. Road hazards include flocks of sheep and traditionally dressed village women. After the dirty & dusty trail the refreshing dip in the local waterfall hidden amongst the trees is well worth the walk up the hill - as you jump into the crystal cool waters of 'Selale' feel the grime just wash away. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 6 - Daily Picnic Boat Cruise
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner included)
After breakfast you will be collected from the hotel for a picnic boat trip. On this day-long tour the boat will visit beaches around Kusadasi and this is a perfect way to sit back and soak up the sunshine and enjoy a fully inclusive cooked picnic lunch. You will arrive back at the hotel around 5pm and dinner will be served around 7 - 8pm. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 7 - Pamukkale
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner included)
After breakfast you will be picked up by your guide, and join your group for a guided tour of the calcium terraces of Pamukkale (cotton castle) and the ruins of Hierapolis, then walk around this natural phenomenon and have the option of lying in the waters of the natural springs. The tour includes a buffet lunch today. On the way we will visit one of the famous leather production centers of the region. You will arrive back at the hotel at approximately 8pm and dinner will be served at around 8.30pm. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 8 - Adaland Aqua Park
(Breakfast and dinner included)
Visit Adaland, one of the coolest spots in Kusadasi. You will enjoy the thrills and spills of the heart thumping adrenaline rush in the most fascinating sun-washed water park ever created. They have a wide range of excellent facilities and water-based rides for a full day of fun, whether you make a splash in the cool blue wave pool, take a thrilling plunge down the water slides or just relax and float around the lazy river and soak up the sun on the cool grassy beaches. You can enjoy over 18 acres of splashing fun with more than 20 fantastic rides and attractions while the thrill seekers can experience the fastest waterslides and catch the wildest rides of their lives. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 9 - Kusadasi to Istanbul
(Breakfast included)
Free Day until the afternoon for your domestic flight to Istanbul. Transfer from airport & check in to your hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy the mystical atmosphere of Istanbul at night. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 10 - End of tour
(Breakfast included)
We hope your tour was a memorable one and we would like to see you in the future in one of our tours again. After breakfast check out from the hotel. We make your return transfer services for your departure from Istanbul. Have a nice trip back home and thanks for choosing TravelShop Turkey.

10 DAYS FAMILY HOLIDAY ISTANBUL AND KUSADASI INCLUDES:

Arrival airport transfer from Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Domestic Flight from Istanbul to Izmir
Domestic Flight from Izmir to Istanbul
3 nights in 4 star hotel Istanbul
6 nights in 4 star hotel or Resort in Kusadasi
9 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 7 dinners
Guided Istanbul City Tour
Guided Ephesus Tour
Guided Pamukkale Tour
Guided Daily Picnic Boat Cruise
Adaland Aqua Park
Guided Kusadasi Jeep Safari Tour
All transfer services to and from domestic airports
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
Professional English-speaking tour guides
Return airport transfer to Istanbul Ataturk airport

10 DAYS FAMILY HOLIDAY ISTANBUL AND KUSADASI PRICES IN EURO:

Per Person	Shared Double	Single
min. 4 people	€ 1,349.00	€ 1,815.00
4 to 8 people	€ 945.00	€ 1,199.00
9 or more	€ 849.00	€ 1,055.00

This price can vary due to which hotel category you desire and the dates of travel. Please let us know which hotel you would like to book as well as dates of travel, number of people and room types required. This tour is based on a private family tour. If you would like to visit any other Touristic places not mentioned on this itinerary we are happy to make a tailor made family holiday to suit whatever you wish to do. Just let us know how long you would like to stay and which places you are interested in visiting.