10 DAYS ECOTOURISM TOUR ITINERARY:
Day 1 - Istanbul - Arrival Day
(Dinner included)
Welcome to Turkey, arrival into Istanbul. Transfer
from airport & check in to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2 - Istanbul City Tour
(Breakfast and dinner included)
We depart at 09:00 for the Istanbul city tour. We
will begin with the ancient Hippodrome, which was the scene
of chariot raoes, with the three monuments: the Obelisk of
Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of
Constantine. We will then continue with Sultanahmet Mosque
across from the St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the
architect Mehmet. It is also known as the Blue Mosque because
of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles.
We will then arrive at our last stop, which is the famous
Hagia Sophia. This ancient basilica was built by Constantine
the Great in the 4th century and reconstructed by Justinian
in the 6th century, it is one of the architectural marvels
of all time. After the tour you have the option to experience
The Bosphorus Cruise. You will have the chance to enjoy magnificent
views of Bosphorus, which connects Asia to Europe. The rest
of the evening is your to enjoy Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 3 - Seven Lakes and Abant Lake Tour
(Breakfast and dinner included)
Visiting 7 lakes which are found to be diffirent
height points from each other and at the same time connected
with each other on foot. You find seven small lakes in a valley
formed as the result of a landslide: Buyukgol (Big Lake),
Seringol (Cool Lake), Deringol (Deep Lake), Nazligol (Elegant
Lake), Kuçukgol (Small Lake), Incegol (Thin Lake) and
Sazligol (Reedy Lake). The lakes are on an area of 550 hectares,
while the National Park they are located in is 2019 hectares.
The area is among the best-known trekking places. There are
only small bungalows belonging to the Forestry Ministry where
visitors who want to linger can stay. Deer and trout production
farms are also in the area. An entrance fee is paid according
to the type of vehicle and the number of visitors. Tables,
firepits and fountains are available for picnickers. Fishing
is available in Yedigoller between April 1st and September
1st. We will then have some lunch and depart for Abant Lake.
Abant is most probably the most famous lake in Turkey. It
is 30 kilometers away from Bolu, and you can reach it from
the crossing on the Ankara-Istanbul highway. The lake is at
the end of a 22-kilometer drive. The seven-kilometer walk
around the lake offers a great opportunity to enjoy the area.
Those who don't wish to walk can ride horseback or complete
the tour on a horse cart. Abant lake is surrounded with pine
trees. The manner in which the lake was formed is a topic
of discussion. Its deepest point is 45 meters. The countryside
is pleasantly different in each season. Water lilies embellish
the surface in summer. It is also famous for its trout. Later,
we will have free time for shopping at the bazaar in the village.
Overnight near Abant in traditional village house.
Day 4 - Safranbolu
(Breakfast and dinner included)
After breakfast, We have a walk to the historical
Safranbolu Bazaar. We then visit Cinci Hodja Caravanserai,
Cici Hodja Bath, Kaymakamlar House (Museum), Izzet Mehmet
Pashamosque and more. Continue to Kastamonu, we visit government
house, Kaya tomb, Seyh Saban-i Veli Mausoleum, Nasrullah Seyh
Mosque and more historical sites. Overnight in authentic wooden
houses in Safranbolu.
Day 5 - Ilgarini Cave Pinarbasi
(Breakfast and dinner included)
Today we will depart for Ilgarini Cave, which is
in the region of Pinarbasi (northwest of Kastamonu), it is
one of the largest caves in Turkey. It is a wonderful place
for trekking and exploration off the beaten path. The cave
had been composed by two sections. The cave is an active one
and the stalactite and stalagmite activity still continues.
A chapel and a burial ground was found in this cave. Ilgarini
Cave was chosen as the 4th biggest cave in the world. There
is no roads to IIgarini Cave so we will be trekking to the
Cave so make sure you bring suitable footwear. Overnight in
Pinarbasi.
Day 6 - Ilisu Waterfall & Varla Canyon
(Breakfast and dinner included)
After breakfast we will visit Ilisu Waterfall which
is at Kure national Park, near Pinarbasi, which is in the
town and district of the Kastamonu Province in the Black Sea
region of Turkey. After lunch you can either relax in the
surrondings of this beautifull natural Turkish village or
you can take a walk to the Varla Canyon. The walk to the Canyon
is about 4km. Overnight in Pinarbasi.
Day 7 - Comlekciler Village Horse Riding
(Breakfast and dinner included)
After breakfast depart for Comlekciler Koyu this
village has fantastic horse riding facilities which you can
do as an optional activity. Horse riding is not only for the
advanced riders they have lessons and treks for beginners
also. This village is rich in natural beauty. All meals are
home made the farm produce all their own vegetables, butter
and milk. If you are interested in doing a week’s horse
riding adventure then this can also be arranged. Overnight
in Comlekciler Village.
Day 8 - Halacoglu Valley Tour
(Breakfast and dinner included)
After breakfast we depart for Halacoglu Valley. We
will visit this valley by different methods of transport such
a horses or tractors and a little bit of walking. This is
one of the best valleys in this area. You can smell and breathe
in the fresh mountain air. We will have a fantastic bbq lunch
set in lushous gren surrondings. On the way you will get to
see many farms and sheperds who stil work in this area. You
will see how friendly everyone is in this area. Overnight
in Comlekciler Village.
Day 9 - Amasra - Akcakoca Tour
(Breakfast and dinner included)
After breakfast, you will depart from your hotel
to the ancient city of Amasra. A beautiful 1 hour scenic drive
through the mountains, canyons and little villages, where
we will stop along the way so you can take pictures of this
beautifull region. Once you get there you will have free time
to discover Amasra. Visit Ceneviz Castle, historical streets
and houses of Akcakoca. Akcakoca is one of the most beautifull
places on the Western Black Sea coast. It is famous for its
fish and over 20 different Turkish vegetable dishes. Make
sure you sample the local dishes before you leave. Akcakoca
is the last stop of the tour before we depart back to Istanbul
we will meet for one last get together at one of the restaurants.
Overnight in Akcakoca.
Day 10 - Istanbul - End of Tour
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast depart for Istanbul. We hope your
tour was a memorable one and we would like to see you in the
future in one of our tours again. Have a nice trip back home.
10
DAYS ECOTOURISM TOUR INCLUDES:
•Arrival
airport transfer from Istanbul Ataturk Airport
•Accommodation in 3 and 4 Star hotels, village houses,
bungalows and boutique hotels
•2 nights hotel in Istanbul
•1 night hotel in Abant
•1 night hotel in Safranbolu
•2 nights hotel in Pinarpasi
•2 nights hotel in Comlekciler
•1 night hotel in Akcakoca
•Guided tour in Istanbul
•Guided tour at Seven Lakes
•Guided tour at Abant Lake
•Guided tour in Safranbolu
•Guided tour in Ilgarini Cave
•Guided tour in Ilisu Waterfall
•Guided tour in Varla Canyon
•Guided
tour in Pinarbasi
•Guided tour in Comlekciler Village
•Guided tour in Halacoglu Valley
•Guided tour in Amasra
•Guided tour in Akcakoca
•All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
•Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking
coach
•Professional English-speaking tour guides
•Return airport transfer to Istanbul Ataturk Airport
10 DAYS ECOTOURISM TOUR PRICES:
Per
Person |
Shared
Double |
Single
|
|
min.4
people |
£
1,499.00 |
£
1,950.00 |
|
5
- 8 people |
£
995.00 |
£
1,250.00 |
|
9
+ people |
£
895.00 |
£
1,120.00 |
The above Eco tour is based on a private tour. If you would
like to visit any other places not mentioned in this itinerary,
we are happy to create a tailor made Ecotourism holiday to
suit whatever you wish to do. Just let us know how long you
would like to stay and which places you are interested in
visiting.
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