Gray Line Turkey Mediterranean Tours & Trips

Tour 8 - Dinner Cruise

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Watching one of the best silhouettes in the world with Topkapı Palace, Blue Mosque and the Leander' s Tower will be your exceptional experience to enjoy this imperial elegance and the unique panoramic view of the Bosphorus waterway which brings the two continents Europe and Asia, face to face… The royal Dolmabahçe Palace, the late residence of the Ottoman Sultans; Bosphorus and Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridges connecting the two continents Asia and Europe; Rumeli Fortress, the historical armament built by the Conqueror Sultan, marble palaces, ancient wooden villas of Ottoman style besides modern residentials UNFORGETTABLE BOSPHORUS CRUISE… DINNER… UNLIMITED LOCAL DRINKS… BELLY DANCERS… FOLKLORE SHOW… Dinner with a rich variety of specialities from the Turkish and international cuisine including unlimited local drinks on board of a Bosphorus yacht.

CruiseSightseeing Tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Ship Cabin

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

English

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration4 hours

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Tour 1M-Istanbul Classics (HD Morning)

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Walking tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, french, german, spanish

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration4 hours

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Tour 3 - Byzantine & Ottoman Relics

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Tour of "Sultan Ahmet Center", the heart of the "Old City" from where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires were ruled. Hagia Sophia, the Church of Divine Wisdom, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian. (Entrance ticket is not included) Blue Mosque, facing Hagia Sophia, famous with its blue İznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet. Hippodrome, center of sportive events (chariot races, athletics) and political activities of the old city. Serpentine Column, Obelisk of Theodosius and German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating the Hippodrome. Grand Covered Bazaar, most attractive shopping center and the biggest "souk" in the world with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewellery, gold, carpets, leatherware and souvenir. (Art demonstration of handmade Turkish carpets upon request) Lunch at a Turkish Restaurant. Topkapı Palace, residence of Ottoman Sultans exhibiting imperial treasury, sacred Islamic relics of Prophet Mohammed, kitchen, Chinese porcelain, weapons, calligraphy section etc. Live guide commentary is not allowed in special sections. (Harem is not included in the program) Hagia Irene located in the outer courtyard of Topkapı Palace is the oldest church of the Eastern Roman Empire (Byzantine). It was also the second largest church in İstanbul after Hagia Sophia. It’s a typical Byzantine structure with its materials and architecture, was built on the site of an old temple in 330.

Walking tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, french, german, spanish

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration8 hours

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Tour 1A-Istanbul Classics (HD Afternoon)

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Walking tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, french, german, spanish

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration3 hours

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Tour 4M - Bosphorus Cruise (HD Morning)

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Golden Horn (from the bus), the arm of the Bosphorus and a natural harbour of the historical peninsula separating the old and the new parts of İstanbul where the first colonies settled during the Byzantines. The residential area for Byzantine Jews, Italian traders and other non-muslim minorities. Drive along the traces of history at Balat viewing Metal Church of St. Stephen the Bulgarian, Jewish Hospital (Or-Ahayim), Fener Orthodox Patriarchate and 22 kms. long Byzantine City Walls, strongest fortification of the Middle age. Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar), mystical smells of different aromas of various spices. Shops selling fruits, vegetables, fish, flowers etc. Bosphorus Cruise on Plan Tours’ private boat, through the waterway separating the two continents, Europe and Asia, with a possibility to take photographs of marble palaces, ancient wooden villas of Ottoman architecture besides modern residentials and luxurious apartments. Rumeli Fortress (from the boat - no interior visit), historical armament built by the Conqueror to control and protect the Bosphorus. A unique example of military architecture. also visioned during the tour IMPERIAL GARDENS OF ROYAL YILDIZ PALACE BOSPHORUS BRIDGE connecting EUROPE & ASIA continents • BEYLERBEYİ PALACE from the boat

Cruise

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, french, german, spanish

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration3 hours

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Cappadocia by Plane (2 Days Tour)

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Day 1: Early morning pick up from city center hotels and transfer to airport in Istanbul for flight to Cappadocia. Meeting at Kayseri or Nevsehir Airport and transfer to Cappadocia to meet with the group and guide. Departure and walk through the “Fairy Chimneys” in Devrent Valley, Paşabağ (Monks’) Valley, practice pottery production with the ancient technique in Avanos. Visit to Göreme, the "open-air museum“ holding the earliest churches and chapels carved in fairy chimneys presenting finest examples of frescoes. Uçhisar Castle, the highest point in the region. Lunch will be during the tour. Dinner and overnight at a 4* hotel in Cappadocia Day 2 Departure after breakfast for panoramic view of the Hospital Monastery. Walk into the “wonderland” at Kızılçukur (Red Valley) and the village of Çavuşin with rock-cut dwellings. Underground City of Kaymaklı, rock-cut city beneath the earth up to 8-9 levels where early Christians used to hide from Roman and Byzantine persecution. Explore the rock formations in Çatalkaya. A fantastic overview of the fairy chimneys from Esentepe. Pigeon Valley, greatest collection of pigeon nests in the world Evening transfer to Kayseri or Nevsehir Airport for flight back to Istanbul. Arrive to Istanbul Airport and transfer to hotels

Getaways and short breaks

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul, Cappadocia, Western Turkey

Duration2 days

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Tour 5 - Dolmabahce palace & Two Continents

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Dolmabahçe Palace, recent residence for Ottoman Sultans built by two Ottoman architects Karabet and Nikogos Balyan on a 110.000 m² area and served as the main administrative center of the Ottoman Empire. Famous with great collection of European antiquity, furniture and 4.5 tons chandelier, the palace has 285 rooms and 46 halls. Bosphorus Bridge, unique chance to step from one continent (Europe) to another (Asia) in 2 minutes. Çamlıca Hill, famous for its widest bird’s eye panoramic view of İstanbul from Marmara Sea to the Black Sea, gives a chance to see the Bosphorus and Golden Horn from one of the best point of the highest and most appealing places of the city.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Group Tour

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, german, spanish

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration3 hours

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Pamukkale Tour by Plane

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Early morning transfer to airport for flight to İzmir / Denizli. After arrival at the airport meet with your guide and transportation to a spectacular natural site of Pamukkale (Cotton Castle), a beautiful and spectacular natural site near Denizli. Simply unique. Thermal spring waters have carved this fantastic formation of stalactites. Thermal waters have been used since Roman times for their therapeutic powers. Situated on the plateau are both the thermal center with its motels, thermal pools and ruins of the ancient city of Hierapolis. Monument on this site includes the ancient thermal baths which have been restored and converted into an archaeological museum. Evening transfer to airport for flight back to İstanbul. We promise you an amazing one day trip to Pamukkale.

Natural landmarks sightseeing

Tour Type

Group Tour

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Pamukkale

Duration15 hours

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Daily Cappadocia (by plane)

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Early morning pick up from city hotels and transfer to airport in Istanbul for flight to Cappadocia. Meeting at Kayseri or Nevsehir Airport and transfer to Cappadocia to meet with the group and guide. Walk through the “Fairy Chimneys” in Devrent Valley, Paşabağ (Monks’) Valley, practice pottery production with the ancient technique in Avanos. Visit to Göreme, the "open-air museum“ holding the earliest churches and chapels carved in fairy chimneys presenting finest examples of frescoes. Uçhisar Castle, the highest point in the region. Lunch will be served during the tour. Evening transfer to Kayseri or Nevsehir Airport for flight back to Istanbul. Meeting at Istanbul Airport and transfer to hotels.

Trekking and HikingAdventure

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul, Cappadocia

Duration15 hours

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Kadıköy (Chalcedon) Treasures

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Meeting in front of famous Güllüoğlu Baklava Shop at Karaköy, one of the oldest districts of İstanbul. Traditional breakfast amongst the variety of authentic eatery shops. Ferry to Kadıköy, ancient Chalcedon, where Ecumenical Council met (451 AD) to bring an end to the ecclesiastical chaos. This will not be only a culinary walk but as well a stroll through the city’s Asian Side to discover its local culture. Visit different shops at Kadıköy. Fish Market and meeting new tastes of Turkish Cuisine. Typical delicatessen, muhallebi or baklava. Main course at the famous Çiya Restaurant with special tastes. Gossips of the day at a typical Turkish Coffee House. Ferry to Karaköy. Hope to meet at another walk…

Walking tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration5 hours

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Tour RBC - Romantic Bosphorus Cruise

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An enchanted evening cruise starts while you sip your welcome drink and enjoy the marvelous scenery as the sun sets on the Bosphorus. Chance to view and photograph the precious relics of three world dominating Empires: Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman. The royal Dolmabahçe Palace, the late residence of the Ottoman Sultans; Bosphorus and Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridges connecting the two continents Asia and Europe; Rumeli Fortress, the historical armament built by the Conqueror Sultan, marble palaces, ancient wooden villas of Ottoman style besides modern residentials. These are all things you will see on this tour. In short, explore Istanbul from the sea, on Bosphorus, a unique link between East and West, Past and Present. Do all this, while enjoying a welcome drink and perhaps a wonderful sunset, if the weather permits.

CruiseSightseeing Tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

English

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration1 hour

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Ephesus & Virgin Mary's House By Plane

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Early morning flight to İzmir, the birthplace of Homer. Then we will head to Ephesus, one of the twelve cities of the Ionian League during the classical Greek period. Ephesus was also one of the Seven Churches of Anatolia (Asia) that are cited in the Book of Revelation. We will visit the old Greco-Roman city of Ephesus, Marble Street, Odeon, Bouleterion, Temple of Hadrian and Serapis, Agora, Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, Double Church, Arcadian Way and Gate of Magnesia. Perhaps most importantly, we will also visit the last abode of the Virgin Mary at Mount Solmissos. We will enjoy lunch at Selçuk before touring the İsabey Mosque, one of the oldest and most impressive works of architectural art remaining from the Anatolian Beyliks. Finally we will visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the “Seven Wonders of the Ancient World”. Return to İzmir for evening flight to İstanbul.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Group Tour

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Ephesus

Duration15 hours

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Pera at Nights

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Meeting in front of Starbucks near The Marmara Hotel at Taksim Square. First taste is ‘’Wet Burger’’. Visit Hacıbekir Sweet Shop, confiseur since 1777, to taste the best Lokum (Turkish Delight) and colourful “Bonbon Turc”. Experiencing different sidewalk tastes, wander through Flower Passage and Nevizade Street. Explore the uncharted side-streets of Pera, cultural heart of İstanbul. Tasting kebap wraps at Dürümzade famed by Anthony Bourdain. Hazzapoulo Passage for Turkish Coffee and watch “coffee fortune telling”. Visit a typical Meyhane (Turkish Tavern) to enjoy the Turkish Meze and Turkish Rakı. Hope to meet at another walk…

Walking tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration3 hours

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Deluxe 3 Days Tour to Cappadocia by Plane

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The programme of this 3 days tour to Cappadocia can be found below, and also in the 'Itinerary' tab. Day 1 Early morning pick up from city hotels and transfer to airport in Istanbul for flight to Cappadocia. Meeting at Kayseri or Nevsehir Airport and transfer to Cappadocia to meet with the group and guide. Walk through the “Fairy Chimneys” in Devrent Valley, Paşabağ (Monks’) Valley, practice pottery production with the ancient technique in Avanos. Visit to Göreme, the "open-air museum“ holding the earliest churches and chapels carved in fairy chimneys presenting finest examples of frescoes. Uçhisar Castle, the highest point in the region. Lunch will be during the tour. Dinner and overnight at a 4* hotel in Cappadocia Day 2 Departure after breakfast for panoramic view of the Hospital Monastery. Walk into the “wonderland” at Kızılçukur (Red Valley) and the village of Çavuşin with rock-cut dwellings. Underground City of Kaymaklı, rock-cut city beneath the earth up to 8-9 levels where early Christians used to hide from Roman and Byzantine persecution. Explore the rock formations in Çatalkaya. A fantastic overview of the fairy chimneys from Esentepe. Pigeon Valley, greatest collection of pigeon nests in the world Dinner and overnight at a 4* hotel in Cappadocia Day 3 Departure after breakfast for a full day tour and visit to Derinkuyu Underground City, walk through the amazing Ihlara Valley. Lunch at Belisırma. Visit to the monasteries at Yaprakhisar and Selime. Evening transfer to Kayseri or Nevsehir Airport for flight back to Istanbul. Arrive to Istanbul Airport and transfer to hotels

Adventure

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul, Cappadocia, Goreme

Duration3 days

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20+ Gray Line Turkey Mediterranean Tours and Trips

20 Trips offered by Gray Line Turkey in Mediterranean

20 Trips offered by Gray Line Turkey in Mediterranean

Tour 8 - Dinner Cruise

Tour 1M-Istanbul Classics (HD Morning)

Tour 3 - Byzantine & Ottoman Relics

Tour 1A-Istanbul Classics (HD Afternoon)

Tour 4M - Bosphorus Cruise (HD Morning)

Cappadocia by Plane (2 Days Tour)

Tour 5 - Dolmabahce palace & Two Continents

Pamukkale Tour by Plane

Daily Cappadocia (by plane)

Kadıköy (Chalcedon) Treasures

Tour RBC - Romantic Bosphorus Cruise

Ephesus & Virgin Mary's House By Plane

Pera at Nights

Deluxe 3 Days Tour to Cappadocia by Plane

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20+ Gray Line Turkey Mediterranean Tours and Trips

20 Trips offered by Gray Line Turkey in Mediterranean

20 Trips offered by Gray Line Turkey in Mediterranean