Islamic (Muslim)Turkey Tour by Silk Road 11 day

Arrive at Istanbul Airport for the 11-day Islamic Turkey tour. Transfer and check in to the hotel. Free time to Istanbul yourself. You can visit the magnificent Grand Bazaar. Muslim Turkey tour package Singapore or another country's first arrival city is beautiful Istanbul.
Accommodation in Istanbul.

After breakfast, you’ll meet your guide at the hotel lobby at 09:00 am. First, we’ll visit the grand Hagia Sophia Mosque ( Ayasofya-i Kabir Cami-i Şerifi). It was the world's largest Cathedral when it was built by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian in 537. it was converted into a mosque after the conquest of Istanbul by Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror, and minarets were added. Later, it served as a museum and is now used as a mosque again.
Visit Topkapı Palace, where the Sultans lived and ruled the Ottoman Empire with their families for 420 years. Today, valuable belongings, jewellery, weapons, and sacred relics of the Sultans are exhibited here.
Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultanahmet Mosque, is a 17th-century Ottoman Mosque famous for its six minarets and magnificent interior with blue tiles.
We will stroll the historical Hippodrome Square and see the Theodosius Obelisk, the Serpentine Column, the Tombs of the Ottoman Sultans and some Princes, and the German Fountain of Wilhelm ll.
Finally, we will visit the Grand Bazaar, one of the biggest and oldest markets in the world, with over 4000 shops. It is one of the best places in town to shop for handicrafts, jewellery, carpets, leather, and clothing.
Accommodation in Istanbul. (Breakfast) 

After breakfast, we’ll leave the hotel early and drive to Bursa (180 km – 2,5 hrs). Upon arrival, we will visit the Green Mosque, built in 1419, known for its valuable tiles covering a significant part of the structure. The mosque's interior is decorated with a mosaic of blue-green tiles on the walls. Visit these striking landmarks, the Green Mosque and the Green Tomb, among the most beautiful examples of exquisite Ottoman architecture, and the 650-year-old inkaya tree, a city symbol. Located right across the mosque, we will visit the Green Tomb, a mausoleum of the fifth Ottoman Sultan, Mehmed I. We will continue with a visit to the Grand Mosque of Bursa, also known as Ulu Cami. It was built in the Seljuk style during the reign of Ottoman Sultan Bayezid I between 1396 and 1399. The mosque has 20 domes and 2 minarets.  Lunch break at a local restaurant and taste the delicious İskender Kebab of Bursa.  Free time for shopping at the Old Silk Bazaar (Koza Han). Later, we drive back to Istanbul.
Accommodation in Istanbul. (Breakfast )

Transfer to Istanbul Airport for a domestic flight to Konya. Your guide will meet you at Konya Airport.
First, we’ll visit the Mevlana Museum, which houses the tomb of the great 13th-century Persian poet and founder of the Order of the Whirling Dervishes, Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Balkhi, also known as Mevlana or Rumi. The Mevlevi order's dervish lodge (tekke) was known as the Whirling Dervishes. We will visit all available sections in the museum, such as the Matbah (Kitchen), tombs, Tilavet Chamber (Quran Reading and Chanting Chamber), and Semâ-Hâne (Ritual Hall). We will continue our tour with a visit to Selimiye Mosque, located next door to Mevlana Museum, Alaeddin Mosque, and Karatay Museum, also known as Karatay Madrasah.
We will have lunch at a local restaurant and sample the delicious meat bread that is particular to the region.
Drive to Cappadocia. Our next destination will be the 13th-century Seljuk-era caravanserai Sultanhani Caravansarai on the way, which the Anatolian Seljuk Sultan Alaeddin Keykubad built in 1231 - 1239 on the Silk Road for the accommodation and safety of caravans. It is one of the most beautiful caravanserais constructed by the Seljuk.
Accommodation in Cappadocia. (Breakfast – Dinner)

Optional Events  in Cappadocia   
Hot Air Balloon Tour:  (4:30 am to 9:00 am)
Turkish Night: Upon your request, we can make reservations in the evening for a fantastic Turkish Night in a great music hall in a cave with traditional dance shows.
Whirling Dervishes Show - ATV Safari - JEEP SAFARI .
 

After breakfast, our tour starts at 09:00. First, we’ll visit the Pigeon Valley and the Uçhisar Castle, then continue with the Göreme Open Air Museum through Avcılar Valley and visit the early Christian churches (Dark Church, Apple Church, Serpent Church) decorated with unique frescoes depicting various scenes from the Bible. 
Our next stop is Kaymaklı Underground City. This fantastic underground complex features fascinating tunnels, dwellings, and storage rooms built and carved by Christians in the underground to be used for protection against attacks so that they could continue their daily lives.
Lunch break at a local restaurant. Then, we’ll visit Pasabagi Valley (Monks Valley) on the road to Zelve Valley. We will look at some of these vast, fantastic chimneys, some of which were used as basilicas and chapels. Afterwards, we will visit Avanos, which has world-renowned pottery and ceramics.
Accommodation in Cappadocia. (Breakfast –  Dinner)

Early departure from Cappadocia to Mount Nemrut in Adıyaman. After about 7 hours ( 500 Km ). We will arrive in Malatya City, take a lunch break at a local restaurant, and continue to Nemrut Mountain.
This route will be engraved in your memories as one of the most unique places of the tour, as your tour guide will be telling the region's history along the way. On arrival, we will see the Karakuş Tumulus and Cendere Bridge on the way to the top by minibus in Kahta town.  After some climbing, we will see the Zeus, Apollon, Heracles, Antiochhos, Commagene, Eagle, and Lion sculptures on the eastern terrace of the Nemrut summit. The tumulus of the Commagene King Antiochus I is at the top. We will see the altars and sculptures on the western terrace as well. It is impossible not to be impressed by the magnificent view and the beauty of the colossal statues at the top of Mount Nemrut. We will complete our tour by watching the glorious sunset together with the gods of antiquity.
End of the tour. We will arrive at our hotel after a 75 km ride.
Accommodation in Adıyaman. (Breakfast - Dinner)  or Nemrut Euphrat Hotel at the Mt Nemrut slopes. 

Accommodation in Adıyaman. (Breakfast - Dinner)

After breakfast, we will set off for Sanliurfa, which is known as the city of prophets. It is rumoured to be the birthplace of Prophet Abraham, regarded as the "ancestor of the prophets" and the prophets of Prophet Eyyüp, Prophet Elyasa, and Prophet Şuayp.
Şanlıurfa, which stands out with its cultural values as well as religious tourism, the most popular attraction is Balıklıgöl, the place where Prophet Abraham, who is identified with the city and is considered the ancestor of three divine religions, was born and where he was thrown into the fire. Visit Halil-ur Rahman Mosque, Rızvaniye Mosque, Ayn-el Zeliha Lake, and the pit where the Prophet Abraham was thrown into the fire. Stroll through the old bazaar at Bedesten and Gümrük Inn.
Have a lunch break at a local restaurant, sampling Urfa's famous kebab and local dishes.
Afterwards, we will admire the Urfa Archaeological Museum and the Mosaic Museum, which exhibit many historical artefacts from Anatolian civilisations.

Göbeklitepe Temple is the oldest temple in the world, with a history of 12,000 years. Göbeklitepe dates back to the Stone Age, which started a new era in archaeology and even changed human history. 
The Taş Tepeler region, where Göbeklitepe is located, has many ancient temple ruins. One of them is Karahan Tepe, which, during the ongoing archaeological excavations, has been determined to have a history older than Göbeklitepe's. We will leave Göbeklitepe's mystical environment and head for our hotel
Accommodation in Sanliurfa. (Breakfast - Dinner)
**Dinner at the Sıra Gecesi ( Sira night ) musical local dinner program with traditional music, highly recommended.) 

After breakfast, we will depart for Mardin. Mardin is a city where people of different religious beliefs have lived peacefully together for centuries. It also houses mosques, tombs, churches, monasteries, and similar religious artefacts with historical value. On the Silk Road route, there are five inns and a caravanserai in Mardin.

Mardin is home to different religions and languages, offering a rich cultural mosaic and architectural structure that mixes Muslim, Syrian, Turkish, and Arabian styles, giving the city a mystical atmosphere. We will visit Ulu Mosque and Minaret, Kasimiye Madrasah (Mosque Kebir), Şehidiye Madrasah, Deyr-Ul Zafaran Monastery.
After our visits, we will have free time in Mardin's old city. We will have lunch in a local restaurant with traditional dishes.
We recommend local products; Mardin's amber prayer beads and jewellery are famous. Natural soaps (Sabuncu Mehmet), nuts, and Mardin specialities like almond candies, dried fruits, sweets, rosaries, and similar handmade accessories and souvenirs.
Accommodation in Mardin. (Breakfast - Dinner) 

Diyarbakır has been one of the most important cities of Northern Mesopotamia throughout history, and it is the cradle of civilisations where many religions, languages, and cultures have been integrated.

First, we will visit the 5th Harem-i Sharif of Islam and Diyarbakır Grand Mosque, one of the first mosques in Anatolia. Then, we will visit Diyarbakır City Walls on the UNESCO Cultural Heritage List, a coffee break and shopping break in the historical Sülüklü Inn.

Later, we will see the Sheikh Muhattar Mosque, built during the Akkoyunlu period and famous for its Four-Legged Minaret. You will be amazed by the minaret's architecture, built on four pillars. We will also visit the graves of the companions of the Prophet Muhammad and the Prophet Suleiman Mosque. Lunch breaks will sample local specialities, such as Adana Kebab, at a local restaurant.
Flight to Istanbul from Diyarbakir Airport.  And Private transfer to the Istanbul Hotel. 
Accommodation in Istanbul. (Breakfast )

After breakfast, you’ll meet your tour guide in the hotel lobby at 08:30 am. We will first visit the Egyptian Bazaar to admire its mystic atmosphere. You can purchase delicious spices, Turkish Delight, and nuts here. Then, we will visit the Süleymaniye Mosque, built by Mimar Sinan in the name of Suleiman the Magnificent between 1551 and 1557. Thanks to its magnificent architecture and spiritual atmosphere, all Muslims can find spiritual peace here. We will continue with Eyüp Sultan Mosque. In the complex of Eyüp Sultan Mosque, a holy place of worship for Muslims, is the tomb of Abu Ayyub al-Ansari.
We have free time for lunch and a relaxing cruise along the Bosphorus.

Our journey continues with magnificent views of the Istanbul Strait, which separates Europe and Asia and connects the Black Sea with the inland Marmara Sea. Some of the important landmarks you’ll see on this trip are the Dolmabahçe Palace, Çırağan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Kuleli Military School, Beylerbeyi Palace, Rumeli Fortress, beautiful historic wooden mansions as well as the Maiden Tower on the sea.
Accommodation in Istanbul. (Breakfast – Lunch )

Free time until your transfer to the Istanbul Airport. Our tour concludes with your transfer to Istanbul Airport for your departure flight. Hope to see you on another Turkey tour. (Breakfast)

Customized Tours
Upon your request, we can create a tour program and offer an itinerary that suits your personal, educational, cultural, and budgetary requirements. Don't hesitate to get in touch with us with your requests.