Sunday arrivals are used as a guideline for this package, however, daily arrivals are available. Our Destination Specialists can provide you with a price for your preferred arrival date.


DAY 01: SUN - Upon arrival at Istanbul Ataturk International Airport, meeting and greeting by our representative and proceed to Istanbul for the hotel to check-in. Overnight in Istanbul.

DAY 02: MON - We begin our tour of the Sultanahmet district, the heart of old Istanbul, at Saint Sophia*. Built by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century AD, this church is one of the marvels of world architecture. Its massive dome dominates the skyline of old Istanbul. It is famed for its mosaics, including glittering portraits of emperors and empresses. Next we visit the Blue Mosque, which owes its name to the exquisite tiles adorning its interior. Dating from the 17th century, it is the only imperial mosque with six minarets.The Hippodrome, the stadium of ancient Byzantium, held 100,000 spectators and featured objects from all corners of the empire. Of these, an Egyptian obelisk and a bronze sculpture of three entwined serpents from Delphi survive. The Grand Bazaar, was the commercial heart of the old city and its 4,000 shops are full of treasures – including carpets and kilims, silks, jewelry, ceramics, icons, and leather goods. Wandering through the Grand Bazaar, indulge in some shopping, Ottoman style. Overnight in Istanbul. (B/L)

DAY 03: TUE - Proceed to Istanbul Ataturk International Airport. Fly to Trabzon. Dinner at Hotel. Overnight in Zorlu Grand Hotel. (B/D)

DAY 04: WED - Trabzon represents one of the outstanding scenic beauties of Turkey, the quiet green beauty of the Black Sea coast In the north, with pine forested mountains, and lush valleys and hills, running to a coastline of placid beaches. Among the dense green foliage of this rainy area, the mountain villages, and the fishing villages on the coasts, retain the traditional wooden architecture of the region. The region is perfect for nature-lovers with its breathtaking landscapes. We begin our trip with visiting the 4th century Sumela Monastery and Altindere National Park. Later on we drive you up to Zigana Mountain, crossing the mountain with spectacular views of villages. Drive back to our hotel located at the center of Trabzon. Dinner at Hotel. Overnight in Zorlu Grand Hotel. (B/D)

DAY 05: THU - Today we will explore the highlights of Trabzon city; study the extraordinary collection of Byzantine frescoes in the 13th century church of St. Sophia, visit Ataturk's Mansion on Soguksu hill facing Black Sea, Girls' Monastery on Boztepe Hill, Sera Lake on the way to Akçaabat. Dinner at Hotel. Overnight in Zorlu Grand Hotel. (B/D)

DAY 06: FRI - After breakfast, we will proceed to the airport according to our flight and fly to Istanbul. After arrival, proceed to your hotel. Check in and the rest of the day is free at leisure. Overnight in Istanbul. (B)

Day 07: SAT - You will be transferred to the airport for your return flight. (B)