Arrive at Istanbul Airport, the third-largest airport in the world. Upon landing, you’ll be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, you have free time to explore the streets of Istanbul alone.
Accommodation in Istanbul
Your guide will meet you at your hotel lobby at 8:45 am to start the day's tour. Our first stop will be the Hagia Sophia Cathedral, built by Emperor Justinian between 532 and 537. Originally built as a church, it was later converted into a mosque during the Ottoman period and became a museum.
Next, we will visit the Topkapı Palace, which served as the administrative centre of the Ottoman Empire for over 400 years, from the 15th to the 19th century. It was also the home of the Sultans and their families. The palace hosts a remarkable collection of famous jewels, daggers, swords, armour, crystals, silver items, Chinese porcelain, and elegant dresses used by sultans and their family members.
Lunch break in a local restaurant. Stroll around Hippodrome Square, where horse races, entertainment, sports, and political activities occurred during the Roman and Byzantine periods. Serpent Column was brought from Delphi in Greece, the Egyptian Obelisk, the German Fountain of Wilhelm ll, and the tombs of Ottoman sultans and princes.
Visit the Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultanahmet Mosque. It is best known for its six minarets and blue Iznik tiles, which give the mosque its name. Finally, visit the Grand Bazaar, the world's oldest and largest covered bazaar. It comprises 61 covered streets and is home to over 4,000 shops selling carpets, jewellery, leather suits, souvenirs, garments, bags, decorations, spices, and home textiles.
Accommodation in Istanbul. ( Breakfast )
Suleymaniye Mosque
We will start our Western Black Sea tour after an early breakfast at the Istanbul hotel. Our first stop will be Gölcük Lake, which is approximately 270 km away and takes about 3.5 hours to reach. We will stroll through beautiful Bolu City and enjoy the area's and city's scenic beauty.
Upon arriving at Gölcük Lake, we will take a refreshing and invigorating walk in the fresh forest air at an altitude of 1,100 meters. The lake is famous for its water lilies, and it offers a tranquil and serene atmosphere that will rejuvenate your senses. After the walk, we will take a much-needed coffee break to recharge ourselves before continuing the tour.
Bolu is a city with a rich gastronomy and is famous for its chefs. Some of the most renowned chefs of Mediterranean and Aegean hotels are from Bolu. We have a Lunch break in Bolu with local dishes.
Our next destination is Abant Lake, which has fascinating natural beauty in the forest and at the top of the mountain. It is located at an altitude of 1350 meters above sea level. The journey to Abant Lake will take us through a lush forest, where we will enjoy breathtaking views and fresh air.
For the rest of the day, we will take nature walks by the water in the forest and immerse ourselves in the lush greenery. We can also join a horseback riding tour or have a Phaeton ride around the lake. Additionally, we will take a relaxing break with a cup of coffee while enjoying the breathtaking views.
Dinner and accommodation in Bolu. ( Breakfast – Lunch )
Abant Lake
Once we finish breakfast, we will embark on a 3-hour journey to Amasra, approximately 190 km away. We will pass through dense forests, canyons, valleys, and villages with magnificent views during our trip.
We will also visit a walking cane workshop in Devrek town, which is famous for its high-quality handmade walking canes, each with a unique model. After that, we arrive in Amasra through Bartın, renowned for its natural produce and Black Sea traditions.
Amasra is located on a natural harbour and a peninsula stretching to the sea. Amasra is a local tourism destination famous for its natural beauty, beaches, historical castles, and unique fish restaurants. Amasra has a rich history that dates back 5,000 years. Upon arrival, we will have a delicious lunch break at one of the local restaurants.
Visit the Amasra Museum, Amasra Castle, and the lighthouse, and learn about the livelihoods of the people and villages of Amasra, which are fishing, forestry, and woodworking. The style of woodworking used here is called "Çekicilik". The local people have been woodworking and creating ornamentations for hundreds of years using the woods from the linden, boxwood, ash, walnut, cherry, and alder grown in Amasra forests. They make picture frames, bowl sets, bird and animal figures, spice holders, salt shakers, trays, napkin holders, pencils, boxwood spoons, massage tools, and rare souvenirs sold at the historical Çekiciler Bazaar.
We arrive at Safranbolu, approximately 90 km away, best known for its historic mansions.
Accommodation in Safranbolu. ( Breakfast - Dinner )
AMASRA
After a delicious breakfast at our hotel, we strolled through Safranbolu, famous for its historical houses built in classical Ottoman architecture. The town, which takes its name from the rare and expensive Saffron grass grown in the region, is an important tourist location thanks to its history, urban culture, authentic lifestyle, traditions, customs, local flavours, and natural beauties.
Here, we will walk down Safranbolu’s nostalgic cobblestone streets and see Safranbolu Mansions, famous for their unique architectural style, the historical Government Building, Clock Tower, Köprülü Mehmet Paşa Mosque and the sundial in its courtyard, District Governors Travel House, Cinci Inn, and Bath, the Arasta Bazaar where you’ll find the local handicraft shops, the historical village coffee house, the blacksmiths' bazaar, the coppersmiths' bazaar, and the saddlebags bazaar. We will also taste delicious Turkish delight at the Safranbolu Turkish Delight Factory.
Lunch break at a local restaurant where you can try local dishes of the region (not included). Next, we will go to the glass viewing terrace in the Tokatlı Canyon to take in the breathtaking view and take beautiful pictures. Visit the Yörük Village (Nomad Village), one of the oldest villages in the region, dating back 700 years. During our time here, we will explore the streets of the old village, where we will see traces of the Bektashi Order and have a relaxing cup of tea in the village teahouse.
Dinner and accommodation in Safranbolu. ( Breakfast – Dinner )
SAFRANBOLU
After breakfast today, we will set off for Istanbul, covering a distance of approximately 450 km in 6 hours. We will pass through the Karabük province, 11 km from Safranbolu, known for its iron and steel production. About 200 km later, we arrive at Mudurnu town, an essential part of Turkish history since the Seljuk period. In 2014, it was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List as the Historic Guild Town of Mudurnu and declared an Urban Site. The town boasts several historic mosques, baths, fountains, and 173 buildings of high architectural value. During our visit, we will explore historic mansions, which offer some of the most beautiful examples of Turkish civil architecture. In the bazaar, we will witness blacksmiths and stove heater sellers who continue the old handicraft traditions of the region. The legacy of the Ahi order is still present in the town, where the Yıldırım Beyazıt Mosque, built in 1374, and the Turkish Bath, built in 1382, has been operating for nearly 700 years. Visit the Mudurnu Museum, the old bazaar, and historical buildings; we will enjoy a delicious lunch of local dishes and a cup of Turkish coffee and then continue to Istanbul.
Arrive and overnight stay in Istanbul. (Breakfast)
MUDURNU
Free time depends on your flight time. Private transfer to the Istanbul airport.
Hope to see you on another Turkey Holiday. ( Breakfast )
| People | Per person in Double |
Single Room | Extra Bed | Children Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Pax | 0.00 | 5971.00 | 0.00 | |
| 2 Pax | 3098.00 | 3540.00 | 3098.00 | 7 - 11
2876.00 3 - 6
959.00 |
| 3 Pax | 2405.00 | 2847.00 | 2405.00 | 7 - 11
2184.00 3 - 6
728.00 |
| 4 Pax | 2024.00 | 2466.00 | 2024.00 | 7 - 11
1802.00 3 - 6
601.00 |
| 5 Pax | 1864.00 | 2307.00 | 1864.00 | 7 - 11
1643.00 3 - 6
548.00 |
| 6 Pax | 1676.00 | 2118.00 | 1676.00 | 7 - 11
1454.00 3 - 6
485.00 |
| 7-9 Pax | 1569.00 | 2012.00 | 1569.00 | 7 - 11
1348.00 3 - 6
449.00 |
| 10-14 Pax | 1416.00 | 1859.00 | 1416.00 | 7 - 11
1195.00 3 - 6
398.00 |
| 15-19 Pax | 1251.00 | 1693.00 | 1251.00 | 7 - 11
1030.00 3 - 6
343.00 |
| 20-24 Pax | 1139.00 | 1581.00 | 1139.00 | 7 - 11
917.00 3 - 6
306.00 |
| 25-29 Pax | 1086.00 | 1528.00 | 1086.00 | 7 - 11
864.00 3 - 6
288.00 |
| 30-40 Pax | 1050.00 | 1493.00 | 1050.00 | 7 - 11
829.00 3 - 6
276.00 |
| People | Per person in Double |
Single Room | Extra Bed | Children Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Pax | 0.00 | 6195.00 | 0.00 | |
| 2 Pax | 3322.00 | 3764.00 | 3322.00 | 7 -
2988.00 3 - 6
1494.00 |
| 3 Pax | 2629.00 | 3072.00 | 2629.00 | 7 -
2296.00 3 - 6
1148.00 |
| 4 Pax | 2248.00 | 2690.00 | 2248.00 | 7 -
1915.00 3 - 6
957.00 |
| 5 Pax | 2089.00 | 2531.00 | 2089.00 | 7 -
1755.00 3 - 6
878.00 |
| 6 Pax | 1900.00 | 2342.00 | 1900.00 | 7 -
1566.00 3 - 6
783.00 |
| 7-9 Pax | 1794.00 | 2236.00 | 1794.00 | 7 -
1460.00 3 - 6
730.00 |
| 10-14 Pax | 1640.00 | 2083.00 | 1640.00 | 7 -
1307.00 3 - 6
653.00 |
| 15-19 Pax | 1475.00 | 1918.00 | 1475.00 | 7 -
1142.00 3 - 6
571.00 |
| 20-24 Pax | 1363.00 | 1805.00 | 1363.00 | 7 -
1030.00 3 - 6
515.00 |
| 25-29 Pax | 1310.00 | 1752.00 | 1310.00 | 7 -
976.00 3 - 6
488.00 |
| 30-40 Pax | 1274.00 | 1717.00 | 1274.00 | 7 -
941.00 3 - 6
471.00 |
HOTELS
Standard Package Hotels
Istanbul (3) : Kent Hotel 4*
Bolu (1) : Soylu Hotel 4*
Safranbolu (2) : Babahan Konak 4*
Gold Package Hotels
Istanbul (3) : Point Otel Istanbul 5*
Bolu (1) : Buyuk Abant Hotel 5*
Safranbolu (2) : Cesmeli Konak / Hilton Garden Inn
Note: Sample hotels are confirmed on the booking date in case of availability. Otherwise, similar hotels are booked.
AMASRA
7 Days west Black Sea tour Discovering the Hidden Gems of Safranbolu, Amasra, and Mudurnu starting from Istanbul, an extraordinary Journey in the Western Black Sea
Safranbolu, Amasra, and Mudurnu Tour are the best-kept untouched secrets and historical and natural beauties of the Western Black Sea.
Experience the culture and history of Safranbolu mansions, the most beautiful examples of Ottoman architecture, and the famous Safranbolu Turkish delights, Amasra, and Mudurnu like a local.
Safranbolu, Amasra, and Mudurnu local dishes are a unique experience for food lovers.
Explore Amasra, the most beautiful coastal town with Ottoman Architecture, and Safranbolu and Mudurnu in the interior for an experience other than classical city tours.
In addition to these beauties of the Western Black Sea, enjoy the historical treasures of Istanbul, the fascinating view of the Bosphorus and entertainment.
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