A boat trip to a pretty fishing village is on the cards today, followed by a shopping trip to its market. From Marmaris harbour, you’ll sail over to Turunc. This sleepy village edges a horseshoe-shaped bay of glass-like water, and is backed by pine-clad mountains. And, although there are restaurants and a few hotels lined up along the shore, there’s plenty in the way of its old-world charm. Mooring at Turunc, the day begins with a beach break so you can dip into the Mediterranean Sea or relax on the Blue Flag-awarded stretch of shingle and sand. Later, it’s on to the village’s market, where you’ll have some free time to barter with the vendors that flog everything from ceramics and spices, to leather goods and jewellery. Plus, of course, no Turkish market is complete without the obligatory knock-off designer stands.
Esta excursión diurna al Palacio otomano de Dolmabahce y al Parque de Yildiz invita a pasar una jornada tranquila lejos del ajetreo de la ciudad de Estambul.
Tras la recogida en el hotel a las ocho y media de la mañana nos desplazaremos directamente a las instalaciones del impresionante Palacio Dolmabahce. Es un edificio clásico y de hermosa planta a las orillas del Bósforo, que fue elegido por los sultanes otomanos como lugar de residencia cuando decidieron abandonar el extenso complejo de Topkapi. Este palacio de tres niveles está construido en simetría sobre el plano y tiene 285 habitaciones y 43 salones. El palacio ha sobrevenido el paso del tiempo manteniendo su opulenta ornamentación y mobiliario victorianos intactos, con una abundancia de accesorios en cristal y adornos dorados. La visita guiada de esta excursión es el único modo de visitar el palacio, pues el mismo está cerrado al público general.
El Parque de Yildiz formó parte en la Antigüedad de los Jardines Imperiales y estaba reservado a los habitantes de palacio. Hoy en día el parque es un maravilloso recinto ajardinado con una exuberante colección de flores, plantas y árboles provenientes de todo el mundo. Disfrutarás del paseo en cualquiera de los muchos caminos que aquí se encuentran, quizá haciendo una parada en uno de los pabellones otomanos tradicionales para degustar un buen café turco.
Turquía es famosa por sus productos de piel y aprovecharemos para acudir a una exhibición de moda exclusiva celebrada en un recinto comercial, en la cual tendrás la oportunidad de encontrar algunos artículos de primera calidad a muy buen precio, justo antes de emprender el camino de vuelta al hotel, a la una y media.
Esta excursión matinal incluye la recogida y retorno al hotel, todos los servicios de transfer y la atención de un guía de habla inglesa.
Don't waste time waiting in queues! On this 4 hour, small-group historical tour in the city center, you will visit the amazing Topkapi Palace which was built by Sultan Mehmed II after he conquered Constantinople in 1453. See the magnificent former residence of Ottoman Sultans. Hear about the extraordinary royal, political and military history and prepare for stories of royal extravagance and execution, romance and retribution. A fully escorted tour by an English-speaking expert guide who will tell you many stories about the palace life as well as the sinister plots in the Harem.
This is a particularly fine tour if you are in Istanbul for a short period of time, and would like to leave with an understanding of the most prominent sites. As an addition to Topkapi Palace, you will visit the Süleymaniye Mosque, masterpiece of Sinan, the chief architect of the Ottoman Empire, built in the name of Suleyman the Magnificent during the 16th century, considered as the best amongst the imperial mosques.
Crucially, as with all our tours, our experienced, personable and passionate guide is keen to ensure you will get to know Istanbul in a fun and exciting way.
Available in the afternoon, this is a great way to capture the ‘essence’ of this amazing city. The cruise of the Bosphorous will start at Kabatas pier and while cruising along the Asian and European shores, you will be surprised to see the harmony of Ottoman and modern architecture, as well as having an opportunity to see the major highlights of the city’s fairy tale-like skyline from the sea.
A poet once described the Bosphorous as “God’s beautiful calligraphy written by an ink made of sapphires”. This strait, separating (and connecting) two continents that form the two faces of the city, takes its name from a mythological legend. Ever since those ancient times, it has marvelled people with its beauty.
Along the cruise, you will pass by the Rumeli Fortress, built by Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror; Ortakoy, a very famous area for handicrafts and nightlife; Bebek, a popular wealthy residential district under the Ottoman rule, and continues to be so today; Besiktas, a commercial district of the new city; Dolmabahce, the magnificent 19th century palace, which was the home to the Ottoman Sultans in the last century of the Empire; Ciragan Palace, a magnificent marble palace built by Sultan Abdulaziz and designed and constructed by the Balyan family between 1863 and 1867; today it serves as luxury suites for the five star Kempinski hotel; Kizkulesi (Maiden’s Tower), an ancient lighthouse which has inspired many legends; Yali (wooden wealthy houses) constructed by the water’s edge of the Bosphorous and usually built with an architectural concept that takes into account the characteristics of the coastal location, mostly dating from the 19th century; Beylerbeyi Palace, one of the largest, lavishly furnished 19th century summer residences of the Ottoman Sultans.
A short visit to the Spice Market is the surprise of the tour. In this oriental shopping area, where you experience the vibrant pulse of Istanbul at its best, rare spices, herbs, vegetables, fruits, live animals, flowers are sold. (Aphrodisiacs are available too!)
Try an innovative approach to exploring Turkey and discover the wonders of the Turkey with a digital guide that’s available during your rental.
The digital guide is loaded with guides, maps, audio tours on a 7-inch tablet that’s been specifically designed for travellers visiting Turkey.The GPS navigation lets you go around the country without needing other devices, and printed maps.
The tablet comes with unlimited 3G internet access and a sharing option with other devices via Wi-Fi. You’ll easily find your way around and can check your tablet for recommended places and stay connected with your loved ones.
You’ll also find useful apps, with maps, quick information about the Turkey, and social tools.
The operator’s staff will be on hand to answer any questions you may have via a Viber account that’s been installed on the device, delivery will be done before one day of service date to hotel receptions, and guests will leave the tablets to reception end of the service.
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Sumérgete en el corazón de Turquía con este tour de dos días. Saborea comidas tradicionales y maravíllate con las magnificas vistas que ofrece la antigua Turquía. Descubre, con la ayuda de un guía y a bordo de un vehículo equipado con aire acondicionado, la mayor ciudad subterránea de la ciudad y admira el impresionante lago volcánico de Nar. Deléitate con las vistas del valle de Ihlara, sus cuevas y cañones, el colorido valle de Goreme y las chimeneas de hadas del valle Devrent. Con tanto que hacer y ver, nunca olvidarás este impecable tour que sin duda te enamorará.
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The Secret Valley – AKA Akkaya Valley – is Turkey at its most idyllic. The countryside is a peaceful swathe of olive groves, meadows and jewel-blue rivers. The tour itself kicks off from the river that winds its way through the valley’s spine of forest-clocked mountains. At a postcard-pretty harbour, you’ll hop on board a boat and sail off through the canyon. It’s dramatic views all the way around here. After half an hour or so, the boat weighs anchor at a petite sandy beach. Here, you’ll have plenty of time to eat lunch and explore the riverside and forest trails. On the boat journey back, you’ll get a second chance to drink in the dramatic valley views.
Pamukkale which is formed by calcium filled springs pouring down the mountainside , it is glacier- white ridges and pools look like something from an Arctic wonderland. wander round snapping photos and explore nearby Hierapolis . this Roman City was constructed around the original springs and features an impressive amphitheatre. you may also want to swim in Cleopatra 's pool. ( extra charge
An opportunity to see the spectacular ancient city of Ephesus, mentioned in the Bible and where St Paul preached to its’ citizens on three separate occasions. Dating from the 10th Century BC, it was during the Roman period that the city became one of the largest in Roman Asia Minor. Some of the city’s most beautiful buildings have been excavated including the 25,000 seater amphitheatre, the Temple of Hadrian, terraced Roman villas and the beautiful Selcuk Library.
Tour departs heading northwest and passing through some spectacular scenery; a comfort stop is given on the way. On arrival we visit the present day town of Ephesus known as Selcuk; this is where the artefacts from the ancient site of Ephesus are on display in the Ephesus Museum. After lunch we move on to the site where one of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World, the Temple of Artemis used to stand – most of it can now be seen in the British Museum. This is followed by a visit to the ancient city itself for a fascinating tour through the marble streets and remnants of an important, ancient trading city.
Before heading back for Fethiye we visit the House of the Virgin Mary in its’ tranquil spot on Mt Nightingale. Said to be the resting place of the Virgin Mary, there is a sanctuary here sanctified by the Roman Catholic Church.
Durante miles de años los seres humanos se han abierto camino hasta Pamukkale y Hierápolis, para llegar a su extraño y fascinante paisaje calcáreo, y para relajarse en las aguas termales. Acompáñanos en esta excursión de un día de duración y descubre por qué los antiguos venían a este lugar.
Serás recibido en Izmir por un guía turístico profesional y viajarás durante más de tres horas hasta este lugar Patrimonio de la Humanidad por la Unesco; el viaje vale la pena. Pamukkale, que significa “castillo de algodón”, está formado por una serie de terrazas calcáreas en cascada producidas por los manantiales termales. Verás aguas cargadas de sales cálcicas, que al precipitarse por la ladera de la montaña han creado esta formación natural de estalactitas, cataratas y cuencas. Hay sólo un puñado de lugares como este en el planeta y hay que verlo para creerlo. El contraste con el paisaje que lo rodea es particularmente marcado.
Encima de la colina, en Hierápolis, hay un teatro romano muy bien conservado y antiguos baños termales, que se han restaurado y convertido en un museo arqueológico. Otros sitios importantes son el Templo de Apolo, la Necrópolis y el Ninfeo y la Basílica del siglo IV.