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5 Day Istanbul and Trabzon Tour Package: City & Nature Highlights

İstanbul, Bosphorus, Trabzon, Uzungol, Trabzon,
Duration

5 day(s)

Tour type

Regular & Private

Group size

1-40 people

Physical Level

easy

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Tour Overview

Experience the perfect combination of vibrant city life and natural beauty with this 5-day tour covering two of Turkey’s most contrasting yet captivating destinations: Istanbul, the cultural heart of Turkey, and Trabzon, the lush jewel of the Black Sea coast.

Start in Istanbul, where East meets West, and explore centuries of rich history, iconic architecture, and bustling markets. Then fly to Trabzon, surrounded by green mountains and coastal charm, to discover the mystical Sumela Monastery, serene highlands, and traditional Black Sea culture. This tour is ideal for travelers who want both urban exploration and a refreshing escape into nature.

Activities
Discovery Family Explorer Historical In-depth Cultural Photography Sightseeing Solo Travel

Tour Features

Duration
5 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-40 people

Tour Code
5DIATTPCNH

Departure Type
scheduled

Tour Category
Culture & Historical

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
11 - 99

İstanbul

Pickup Time:

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Trabzon

Dropoff Time:

Highlights
Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque – Marvel at the fusion of Byzantine and Ottoman design in two of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks.

Itinerary

Day 1

(Dinner included)
Upon our arrival at Istanbul International Airport, your guide will meet, assist and transfer you to the hotel. Istanbul was the capital city of Byzantium & Roman Empires and Ottoman State. It is a most fascinating city, which actually crosses two continents Europe and Asia. It is a city of amalgamation of museums, bazaars, minarets, mosques, churches, palaces, and restaurants catering to every one’s taste, customs and fifteen million people. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
After breakfast, we have Istanbul City Tour. Our first visit will be HIPPODROME. Ancient Hippodrome was the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine. Than we will visit SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE. Across from Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, it was built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. Our next see will be HAGIA SOPHIA GRAND MOSQUE. The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, previously known as the Church of Divine Wisdom, is simply the best of its kind! Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque is the greatest surviving example of Byzantine Architecture. For 1000 years, it was once the largest church in the world, decorated with stunning 6th century golden mosaics. Today it is a mosque. You can see it from outside.  After that see TOPKAPI PALACE, the great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle; enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. You can see it from outside.    The Basilica Cistern Museum is one of the most important cultural assets where we can trace the traces of glorious Istanbul history. With its 80,000-ton water storage capacity, Yerebatan Cistern is the largest covered cistern in the city and stands out with more reclaimed supporting elements compared to other covered cisterns. Covering an area of approximately 10,000 square meters, this colossal structure has a rectangular shape with a length of 140 meters and a width of 70 meters. You can see it from outside.  After the tour, transfer back to your hotel. Dinner at Indian restaurant and Overnight in Istanbul.

If you would like to visit with entrance below sites;
Topkapi Palace Museum Entrance Fee. You pay the door price.
The Basilica Cistern Museum Entrance You pay the door price.
Please Note: Please do not forget to carry Scarf with you because of visiting to Blue Mosque & Haghia Sophia Mosque.

Day 3

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
After breakfast enjoy BOSPORUS BY BOAT; a traditional excursion by boat along the waterway separating Europe and Asia. The shore lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. During the excursion, you will see the magnificent sights of the following attractions from your boat. See Dolmabahce Palace, and further along, the parks and imperial pavilions of Yildiz Palace. On the coastal edge of this park, is Ciragan Palace, 300 meters of its marble facade faces the shore. At Ortakoy a great variety of artists, gather every sunday to display their work along the street. Ortakoy is a symbol of tolerance with a church, a mosque and a synagogue existing side by side for centuries. RUMELI FORTRESS (view from boat), Built by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1452 prior to the conquest of Istanbul was completed in only four months to control and protect the infamous Bosporus passage. It is one of the most beautiful works of military architecture anywhere in the world. BEYLERBEYI PALACE (view from boat), is the summer residence of Ottoman sultans exists in its original renovated glory featuring original antique furniture and magnificent gardens with the Harem on the Asian side of Istanbul. Lunch break at the Turkish restaurant. After the lunch we will then take you to the GRAND  BAZAAR, which is a unique atmosphere with reasonable prices for your shopping. Here you will find; Exotic Spices and Herbs, Turkish Baklava, Turkish Delights, Turkish Coffee, nuts and fruits, small souvenirs such as Ceramic Handicrafts, Evil Eyes totems, all naturel olive oil, soaps and many other goods in Souvenir Shops and stores. After the tour transfer to Istanbul Airport for domestic flight to Trabzon. Transfer from airport and check in to your hotel in Trabzon. Dinner and overnight in Trabzon.


Day 4

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel.

Morning Departure: We will depart in the morning, starting our journey towards.

Turkish Delight Store: Our first stop will be at a charming Turkish Delight shop. Here, you will have the opportunity to explore a wide variety of Turkish Delights, spices, herbs, and even some cosmetics. Take your time to browse through the store and perhaps pick up some unique souvenirs.

Tea Factory: Our next destination is a tea factory, where you will learn about the traditional process of tea production.

Cutlery Store: Continuing our journey, we will visit a renowned cutlery store in the Surmina region.

Honey Shop: Our next stop is a natural honey store, where you can indulge in the flavors of the mountains surrounding Uzungol.

Horse Park: Get ready for an exciting experience at the Horse Park. Here, you can ride on horses, creating wonderful memories and capturing souvenir photos.

Uzungol Lake: Our destination is the mesmerizing Uzungol Lake. Marvel at the panoramic view of the lake, surrounded by stunning natural beauty.

Departure: We will gather to make our way back to the hotel, cherishing the memories created during this unforgettable day trip.

Day 5

(Breakfast included)
After breakfast you will have free time in Trabzon. Today we will depart for Trabzon Airport for our domestic flight to Istanbul and then back to home. 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 and thanks for choosing TravelShop Booking.

Included

2 nights hotel in Istanbul - 5 Star Ramada By Wyndham Istanbul Pera Hotel
2 nights hotel in Trabzon - Novotel Trabzon

PS: If This hotel list not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange smilar other hotel for your group. If you prefer a Different category hotel, there might be an additional cost.

Professional English - speaking tour guides

4 open buffet breakfasts
3 lunches
2 dinners

All Tour & airport transfer services mentioned inside the itinerary
Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking coach

Guided Istanbul City Tour
Guided Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise Tour
Guided Uzungol Tour
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
Local taxes
VAT & City Tax
Hotel room taxes


Excluded

Domestic flight from Istanbul to Trabzon
Domestic flight from Trabzon
Airport to Istanbul
Please Note: Domestic flight price for adult travelers is approximately: 80,00 Euros for one way. For the last-minute arrangements, the price might differ. You will be informed during the ticket arrangements.
Please Note: Domestic flight price for under 2 years old, approximately: 40,00 Euros as an insurance policy

Insurance: All types

Turkey entry visa
Tipping
Hotel room taxes
Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry
Any others expenses which are not mentioned at the included section

Tour Booking

Travelers
Departure Month
Regular Tour Prices
Start End
Apr 11, 2026 Apr 15, 2026 €900
Double room
Apr 12, 2026 Apr 16, 2026 €900
Double room
Apr 13, 2026 Apr 17, 2026 €900
Double room
Apr 14, 2026 Apr 18, 2026 €900
Double room
Apr 15, 2026 Apr 19, 2026 €900
Double room
Apr 16, 2026 Apr 20, 2026 €900
Double room
Apr 17, 2026 Apr 21, 2026 €900
Double room
Apr 18, 2026 Apr 22, 2026 €900
Double room
Apr 19, 2026 Apr 23, 2026 €900
Double room
Apr 20, 2026 Apr 24, 2026 €900
Double room
Apr 21, 2026 Apr 25, 2026 €900
Double room
Apr 22, 2026 Apr 26, 2026 €900
Double room
Apr 23, 2026 Apr 27, 2026 €900
Double room
Apr 24, 2026 Apr 28, 2026 €900
Double room
Apr 25, 2026 Apr 29, 2026 €900
Double room
Apr 26, 2026 Apr 30, 2026 €900
Double room
Apr 27, 2026 May 1, 2026 €900
Double room
Apr 28, 2026 May 2, 2026 €900
Double room
Apr 29, 2026 May 3, 2026 €900
Double room
Apr 30, 2026 May 4, 2026 €900
Double room
Private Tour Prices
Start End
Apr 11, 2026 Apr 15, 2026 €1470
Double room
Apr 12, 2026 Apr 16, 2026 €1470
Double room
Apr 13, 2026 Apr 17, 2026 €1470
Double room
Apr 14, 2026 Apr 18, 2026 €1470
Double room
Apr 15, 2026 Apr 19, 2026 €1470
Double room
Apr 16, 2026 Apr 20, 2026 €1470
Double room
Apr 17, 2026 Apr 21, 2026 €1470
Double room
Apr 18, 2026 Apr 22, 2026 €1470
Double room
Apr 19, 2026 Apr 23, 2026 €1470
Double room
Apr 20, 2026 Apr 24, 2026 €1470
Double room
Apr 21, 2026 Apr 25, 2026 €1470
Double room
Apr 22, 2026 Apr 26, 2026 €1470
Double room
Apr 23, 2026 Apr 27, 2026 €1470
Double room
Apr 24, 2026 Apr 28, 2026 €1470
Double room
Apr 25, 2026 Apr 29, 2026 €1470
Double room
Apr 26, 2026 Apr 30, 2026 €1470
Double room
Apr 27, 2026 May 1, 2026 €1470
Double room
Apr 28, 2026 May 2, 2026 €1470
Double room
Apr 29, 2026 May 3, 2026 €1470
Double room
Apr 30, 2026 May 4, 2026 €1470
Double room

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