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1001 Nights in Istanbul 3 Overnights
Tour Operator: Baritli 
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Overview:  History g goes back 2500 years in Istanbul, but is alive as never before! Built on 2 continents, Istanbul (the former capital of the Byzantine Empire) today stands between two worlds. It is the city belonging to both Europe and Asia. This is why it offers so much more than mosques. There are ancient palaces, exotic markets, splendid museums, street vendors, gold and silver boutiques and fantastic restaurants.

Day 1: Flight from your selected airport to Istanbul. Upon arrival you will be met by your local tour guide for transfer to your downtown hotel. All rooms are equipped with private facilities, phone, TV, mini bar, and air conditioning. After check-in there may be some time to explore the city on your own or relax and enjoy the hotel ambience.

Day 2: After breakfast, depart for the city sightseeing tour. First stop will be at the Topkapi Palace, a city-like complex with buildings and annexes dating back to 633 B.C. See the famous Imperial Treasury, and most valuable collections of porcelain in the world, along with the infamous harem of the Sultans. Continue on to Istanbul's most famous land mark, the Hagia Sophia. Built in 537 A.D., it is one of the greatest surviving examples of Byzantine architecture, rich with mosaics and a total of twelve different varieties of marble pillars and coverings. Afterwards visit the Blue Mosque, whose name derives from the extensive blue-tiled interior decoration. In front of the Blue Mosque is the site of the ancient Hippodrome, once the scene of chariot races and the center of Byzantine civic life. After seeing the antique ruins, use your free time strolling through the Grand Bazaar until returning to the hotel. 

Day 3: This day, you will be visiting the Dolmabahce Palace on the banks of the Bosphorus. This museum was one of the last homes to pre-democratic Turkish rulers. Afterwards Süleymaniye Mosque, perhaps the most grand and superb example of Ottoman architecture in Istanbul is on your schedule. It stands as a tribute not only to the greatest ruler of the Ottoman Empire, but also to its finest architect, Sinan. Built between 1550 and 1557, the second largest mosque in Istanbul remains the crown jewel of Sinan's lifelong service to Süleyman. Next visit is a carpet center to learn about how the famous Turkish rugs are made. Spice Bazaar, Jewelry manufacturing and shopping in the City Center is also on the agenda for today. Free time for dinner and evening activities.

Day 4: After breakfast, check out at the hotel and transfer to the airport for your return flight.

 

Istanbul Sights

Istanbul Sights

Istanbul Sights

Istanbul Sights

Istanbul Sights
 

 
Departure Dates, Airports and Prices (per person)

Airport

Jan
15-18
Feb
 12-15
Mar
 13-16

Apr
1-4
9-12
May
28-31
Jun
11-14
Frankfurt €498 €538 €568 €598 €598 €598
Munich
Nurnberg
Stuttgart
Dusseldorf

Pricing for other European Airports is available on request.

 
Booking Details
Prices   
  See table above for adult prices
Children's discounts:
apply when sharing with 1 or 2 adults, max 2
7-11 years: € 378
2-6 years € 318
Under the age of 2 years
€50

€100 deposit required at the time of booking. 

Full payment required NLT 1 month prior to departure.
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Minimum Participation
  2 Passengers needed to confirm the tour at listed price.
 
Included in Tour Price
  Round-trip flight 
Airport taxes and security fee
Transfers airport-hotel-airport
3 overnights in a 4-star hotel (local standard) with breakfast
Sight-seeing excursions
Entrance fees
English-speaking local guide
 
Not Included
  Visa fee (due at airport upon arrival, $20 per person)
Single room supplement
: 90 per person
Meals not mentioned (lunch and dinner)

Tips and personal expenses
 
Cancellation Fees (Per Person)
  From the time of booking until 29 days prior to travel:  €100 per person
28-22 days prior to travel:  25% of the tour price
21-15 days prior to travel: 40% of the tour price
14-7 days prior to travel: 60% of the tour price
6 days up to departure: 80% of the tour price
No Refunds for No Shows!
 
Documents
  All travellers must possess a US tourist passport, valid for at least six months after tour conclusion with at least 1 empty visa page.  Non-US citizens must meet proper visa requirements  - check with the Turkish consulate.
 
Currency
  € Euros & Credit cards.  No personal checks can be cashed during the tour, so please plan  accordingly.
 
Special Notes
 
1)  Conditions of tour operator accepted upon booking. Detailed information available at your RTT office. RTT is only acting as an agent for the tour operator and is therefore in no way responsible for the fulfillment of their obligations, nor is RTT to be held liable for accidents, delays, losses, etc. The liability of the contractor, however, remains unprejudiced.
2) Any fuel surcharges levied after tour booking are the responsibility of the traveler.
 

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