Turkey – Istanbul Tour (8 Days 7 Nights)
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DAY 01 - ISTANBUL –BURSA ( L / D )
Upon your arrival in Istanbul, you will be warmly welcomed by SSTA Travel and Tour. Your journey begins with a Bosphorus Cruise, where you’ll sail along the strait that separates Europe and Asia. Enjoy scenic views of palaces, historic forts, and beautiful waterfront mansions.
After the cruise, explore the Spice Market, a vibrant bazaar dating back to the 17th century, offering aromatic spices, teas, sweets, perfumes, and local handicrafts.
After lunch, travel to Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire. Visit the Grand Mosque (Ulu Cami), a masterpiece of early Ottoman architecture built by Sultan Bayezit I. Continue to Koza Han, also known as the Silk Market, a historic center of the silk trade. Enjoy dinner and check in to your hotel for an overnight stay.
DAY 02 -BURSA – PAMUKKALE (B/L/D)
After breakfast, depart for Pamukkale, also known as the “Cotton Castle.” Here, you’ll explore the white travertine terraces formed by mineral-rich thermal waters.
Visit the ancient city of Hierapolis, once a thriving Roman spa town. Discover its ruins, including the impressive Necropolis (cemetery) and Roman baths. Enjoy a relaxing evening and dinner at your thermal hotel in Pamukkale.
DAY 03 - PAMUKKALE – KONYA – CAPPADOCIA (B/L/D)
Following breakfast, travel to Konya, a city steeped in spiritual history. Visit the Mevlana Museum, dedicated to the 13th-century Sufi mystic and poet Rumi.
Continue your journey with a stop at the impressive Sultanhan Caravanserai, a medieval roadside inn that served travelers and traders on the Silk Road. Arrive in Cappadocia, a region known for its unique landscape, and check in to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
DAY 04 -CAPPADOCIA (B/L/D)
Start your morning with an optional hot air balloon ride to witness the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia from above.
After breakfast, visit the Ozkonak Underground City, a fascinating network of tunnels and rooms that once sheltered early Christians. Experience a traditional Turkish carpet weaving demonstration and learn about this age-old craft.
Continue to Uchisar Castle Village, Pigeon Valley, and Dervent Valley (Imagination Valley), known for their fairytale rock formations. Stop at Three Beauties for a perfect photo opportunity and end your tour with a visit to Valley of Love.
After dinner, you may join an optional evening of belly dancing and folk performances in a cave restaurant.
DAY 05 - CAPPADOCIA – ANKARA – BOLU (B/L/D)
After breakfast, check out and travel to Ankara, Turkey’s capital. En route, enjoy views of Salt Lake, one of the largest hypersaline lakes in the world.
After lunch, continue to Bolu, a charming city surrounded by mountains and forests. Check in to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
DAY 06 - BOLU – ISTANBUL (B/L/D)
Today, return to Istanbul and begin your tour with a photo stop at the majestic Topkapi Palace, former residence of Ottoman sultans and now a museum housing imperial collections.
Visit the Blue Mosque, famous for its stunning blue tiles and six elegant minarets. Discover the remnants of the Hippodrome of Constantinople, once the social and sporting center of the Byzantine Empire. Continue to the Hagia Sophia, an architectural wonder with a rich history as both a church and a mosque.
Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Istanbul.
DAY 07 - ISTANBUL – DEPARTURE (B/L)
After breakfast, head to Pierre Loti Hill, offering panoramic views of the Golden Horn. Then, visit the iconic Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets with around 5,000 shops.
In the afternoon, explore Taksim Square and Istiklal Street, a lively area blending modern shops with historic buildings. After a farewell dinner, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
DAY 08 -ARRIVAL AT KUALA LUMPUR (no meals)
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Two-way air ticket via International Airlines from Kuala Lumpur and Return from Istanbul
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06-nights Hotel Accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at a 4* hotel.
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Breakfast at the hotel
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Meal plan as per the program (lunch/dinner)
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Travel insurance
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Surface transport by A/C Tourist Coach
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Professional English-speaking Tour Guide
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Entrance Fees as per the program
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Complementary water bottle
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All applicable taxes
- Personal expenses
- The entrance/ Meals are not mentioned in the program
Health & Safety Procedure:
1. Clients are required to provide a vaccinated certificates as proof that clients completed the vaccination process.
2. The SSTA Travels will provide safe and clean transports whereby they’ll be sanitized frequently.
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Original price was: RM6,000.00.RM5,695.00Current price is: RM5,695.00.






