Turkey Shopping Tour

Istanbul, Izmir, Ephesus, Pergamon

Tour Dates: Year-round

 

DAY 1: Thursday - En Route

Depart the U.S.A. on your flight to Turkey.

DAY 2: Arrive Istanbul

Arrive in Istanbul. Transfer to hotel.

DAY 3: Istanbul

Morning visit to the Hippodrome, Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace. Afternoon walking tour in Istiklal Caddesi, where are clustered wonderful clothing shops. You can find just about every international name brand and the famous Turkish brands. At the end of the afternoon take the ancient tramway with the local public and return to the hotel. Tonight, dinner will be hosted in Beyti Restaurant, one of the oldest meat restaurants in town.

DAY 4: Istanbul

In the morning visit Hagia Sophia and the Underground Cistern. Spend the afternoon in an oriental shopping atmosphere: the Covered Bazaar in the heart of the old city, a hive of over 4000 little shops, and the delightful Spice Bazaar for Turkish food and delights. Tonight, dinner will be hosted in a Turkish restaurant that offers international cuisine, as well as folk and belly dancing.

DAY 5: Istanbul - Izmir

In the morning explore Akmerkez, a very luxurious shopping mall which offers everything a shopping pro would need. In the afternoon, visit a lively group of shops specializing in rural antiques. The choice runs from traditional Turkish craft pieces to fine European furniture. Late afternoon fly to Izmir. Transfer to hotel.

DAY 6: Izmir - Ephesus

Morning visit to Ephesus, best preserved antique city of the world. In the afternoon visit a well known jewelry factory and watch a leather fashion show. Return to Izmir. Tonight you will enjoy a sea food restaurant on the Aegean Coast.

DAY 7: Izmir - Pergamon

Morning visit to the Acropolis of Pergamon. In the same region young girls create famous hand-woven rugs and kilims. Observe a carpet factory. Return to Izmir. Visit Kemeralti open air market with its thousands of colors and ancient Kizlaragasi Hani. Tonight dinner will be hosted in a Kebab restaurant.

DAY 8: Izmir

After breakfast transfer to Izmir International airport for flight to your destination.

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