Day 1: Bursa – Istanbul – Edirne – Kapıkule Border Gate
We depart from our meeting point in Bursa at the designated time with our guests. We reach the Kapıkule Border Gate via Istanbul and Edirne with our breaks along the route and in-car refreshments. After completing our passport and customs procedures, we continue our journey to Europe with a night drive.
Day 2: Sofia – Belgrade
We arrive in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, in the morning. During our panoramic city tour, we will see places such as Aleksander Nevski Cathedral, the Russian Church, the Church of St. Sophia, Rotunda Church, the Archaeological Museum, the Presidential Palace, the Prime Minister's Office, and Banyabaşı Mosque.
After our tour in Sofia, we head towards Belgrade. Once we arrive in Belgrade, we start our walking tour. Knez Mihailova Street, Kalemegdan, the Monument to France, Istanbul Gate, the Tomb of Grand Vizier Ali Pasha, the Victor Monument, the Dungeon Gate, Leopold Gate, the Clock Tower, and the city walls are some of the important points we will see during our tour.
After the tour, we transfer to our hotel for an overnight stay in Belgrade.
Accommodation: Belgrade
Breakfast: On the way / Free in Sofia
Lunch: Free in Belgrade
Dinner: Free in Belgrade
Day 3: Belgrade – Ljubljana – Padova
After having breakfast at the hotel, we leave with our luggage and head towards Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. In Ljubljana, one of the most pleasant and romantic cities in Europe, we carry out our walking tour.
During our tour, we will visit Preseren Square, the Triple Bridge, the Dragon Bridge, and Ljubljana Castle. After some free time, we cross the Italian border and arrive in the Padova region. Transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Padova / Mestre / Trieste area
Breakfast: Included at the hotel
Lunch: Free in Ljubljana
Dinner: Free along the way
Day 4: Padova – Venice – Verona – Milan
After having our breakfast, we head to Venice. From Troncetto Port, we take a private vaporetto to San Marco Island. During our walking tour in Venice, we will see significant sites such as St. Mark's Square, St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, the Bridge of Sighs, the Rialto Bridge, the Bell Tower, and the Astronomical Clock.
During our free time, guests can explore the historic streets of Venice, check out Murano glass products, or optionally join a gondola tour.
After our visit to Venice, we move to Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliet. In Verona, our walking tour will cover Bra Square, the Verona Arena, and Juliet's House.
After the tour, we head to Milan. Transfer to the hotel and overnight stay in Milan or its surroundings.
Accommodation: Milan or nearby
Breakfast: Included at the hotel
Lunch: Free in Venice
Dinner: Free in Verona or Milan
Day 5: Milan – Pisa – Montecatini
After breakfast, we conduct our city tour in Milan. Known as the capital of fashion and design, we will visit the Duomo Cathedral, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, La Scala Theater, the Statue of Leonardo da Vinci, Vittorio Emanuele Square, and Sforza Castle.
After our Milan tour, we move to Pisa. Upon arrival, we walk to the Piazza dei Miracoli, where the Leaning Tower of Pisa is located. After our guide's explanations, we have free time.
Then we head to the Montecatini Terme region. Check-in at the hotel and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Montecatini Terme
Breakfast: Included at the hotel
Lunch: Free in Milan
Dinner: Free in Montecatini
Day 6: Montecatini – Florence – San Gimignano – Siena – Rome
After breakfast, we head to Florence. In Florence, one of the most important cities of the Renaissance, we will conduct a walking tour including Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, the Baptistery, Signoria Square, Vecchio Palace, the Neptune Fountain, Vecchio Bridge, and Republic Square.
After our Florence visit, we move to San Gimignano, one of Tuscany's most special stops. We will see towers, Cisterna Square, and historic streets in this medieval city.
Next, we head to Siena. Known for its world-famous Palio races, we will visit Campo Square, Mangia Tower, Pubblico Palace, and Siena Cathedral.
After our Siena visit, we head towards Rome. Upon arrival, we transfer to our hotel for an overnight stay in Rome.
Accommodation: Rome
Breakfast: Included at the hotel
Lunch: Free in San Gimignano / Florence area
Dinner: Free along the way
Day 7: Rome – Vatican
After breakfast, we head to Vatican City, the smallest country in the world. We carry out our tour around St. Peter's Square and Basilica with explanations from our guide.
After our Vatican visit, we start our Rome city tour. Important sites we will visit include the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Venice Square, Vittorio Emanuele II Monument, Via del Corso, Trevi Fountain, the Four Rivers Fountain, Spanish Steps, and Popolo Square.
After the tour, we give our guests some free time in Rome. Guests can try special flavors of Italian cuisine or enjoy pleasant moments in the streets of Rome.
Overnight stay in our hotel in Rome.
Accommodation: Rome
Breakfast: Included at the hotel
Lunch: Free in Rome
Dinner: Free in Rome
Day 8: Rome – Pompeii – Brindisi / Bari
After breakfast, we check out of our hotel and head towards Pompeii. The Ancient City of Pompeii, located at the foot of Mount Vesuvius, is one of the most special stops on our tour due to its historical texture and impressive story.
After our Pompeii visit, we have free time for souvenir shopping and meals. Then we head to Brindisi or Bari Port, where we will cross into Greece. After customs procedures, we board the ferry and continue our overnight journey to Greece.
Accommodation: On the ship with reclining seats
Breakfast: Included at the hotel
Lunch: Free in Pompeii
Dinner: Free in Bari / Brindisi or on the ship
Day 9: Igoumenitsa – Thessaloniki – Atatürk House – Greek Tavern Night
In the morning, after arriving at Igoumenitsa Port by ferry, we leave the ship with our vehicle. After a breakfast break along the way, we head towards Thessaloniki.
Upon our arrival in Thessaloniki, we begin our panoramic city tour. Places we will see include the Church of St. Demetrius, Atatürk House, the Church of St. Sophia, Bey Hammam, Hamza Bey Mosque, Bezesten, the White Tower, Rotunda, the International Fair Area, the waterfront, and Aristotle Square.
After the tour, we check into our hotel. We have dinner at a taverna night with Greek and Turkish tunes. Overnight stay in our hotel in Thessaloniki.
Accommodation: Thessaloniki
Breakfast: On the ship / free along the way
Lunch: Free in Thessaloniki
Dinner: Included in the Greek tavern night
Day 10: Thessaloniki – Kavala – Ipsala Border Gate – Bursa
After having breakfast at the hotel, we leave with our luggage and head towards Kavala. Upon arrival in Kavala, we have free time to taste the famous Kavala cookies and take a short tour of the city.
After our free time, we proceed towards Ipsala Border Gate. After completing our passport and customs procedures, we enter Turkey and continue our journey to Bursa.
After our breaks along the way, we arrive in Bursa and bid farewell to our valued guests at the points we picked them up, hoping to see them again on the next Ayhan Işık Tourism trip.
Breakfast: Included at the hotel
Lunch: Free in Kavala
Dinner: Free along the way
01 Tour Program
Day 1: Bursa – Istanbul – Edirne – Kapıkule Border Gate
At the designated departure time, we set off from our meeting point in Bursa with our guests. We arrive at the Kapıkule Border Gate via İstanbul – Edirne, with breaks along the route and in-car refreshments. After completing our passport and customs procedures, we continue our journey to Europe with a night passage.
Day 2: Sofia – Belgrade
In the morning, we arrive in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. During our panoramic city tour, we will see the Aleksander Nevski Cathedral, Russian Church, Hagia Sophia Church, Rotonda Church, Archaeological Museum, Presidential Palace, Prime Minister's Office, and Banyabaşı Mosque.
After our tour of Sofia, we head towards Belgrade. Upon arriving in Belgrade, we start our walking tour. Knez Mihailova Street, Kalemegdan, Monument to France, Istanbul Gate, Damat Ali Pasha Tomb, Viktor Monument, Dungeon Gate, Leopoldov Gate, Clock Tower, and city walls are among the significant stops during our tour.
Following the tour, we transfer to our hotel and stay overnight in our Belgrade hotel.
Accommodation: Belgrade
Breakfast: On the road / Free in Sofia
Lunch: Free in Belgrade
Dinner: Free in Belgrade
Day 3: Belgrade – Ljubljana – Padova
After breakfast at the hotel, we leave with our luggage and head towards Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. We will conduct our walking tour in Ljubljana, one of the most charming and romantic cities in Europe.
During our tour, we will see Prešeren Square, Triple Bridge, Dragon Bridge, and Ljubljana Castle. After some free time, we cross the border into Italy and arrive in the Padova region. We transfer to our hotel and spend the night at our hotel.
Accommodation: Padova / Mestre / Trieste area
Breakfast: Included at the hotel
Lunch: Free in Ljubljana
Dinner: Free on the way
Day 4: Padova – Venice – Verona – Milan
After breakfast, we proceed to Venice. From Troncetto Port, we take a special vaporetto to San Marco Island. During our walking tour of Venice, we will visit San Marco Square, St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, Bridge of Sighs, Rialto Bridge, Campanile, and Astronomical Clock.
During free time, guests can wander through the historic streets of Venice, examine Murano glass products, or, if they wish, join an optional gondola tour.
After our Venice trip, we head to Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliet. During our walking tour in Verona, we will see Bra Square, Verona Arena, and Juliet's House.
After the tour, we move towards Milan. We transfer to our hotel and stay overnight at our hotel in Milan or nearby.
Accommodation: Milan or nearby
Breakfast: Included at the hotel
Lunch: Free in Venice
Dinner: Free in Verona or Milan
Day 5: Milan – Pisa – Montecatini
After breakfast, we conduct a city tour of Milan. In the fashion and design capital of Milan, we will see the Duomo Cathedral, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, La Scala Theater, Leonardo da Vinci Statue, Vittorio Emanuele Square, and Sforza Castle.
After our Milan tour, we head to Pisa. Upon arrival, we walk towards the Square of Miracles, where the Leaning Tower of Pisa is located. After our guide's explanations, we provide free time.
Then we move to the Montecatini Terme region. We check into our hotel and stay overnight.
Accommodation: Montecatini Terme
Breakfast: Included at the hotel
Lunch: Free in Milan
Dinner: Free in Montecatini
Day 6: Montecatini – Florence – San Gimignano – Siena – Rome
After breakfast, we head to Florence. During our walking tour in Florence, one of the most important cities of the Renaissance, we will see the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, Baptistery, Signoria Square, Vecchio Palace, Fountain of Neptune, Ponte Vecchio, and Republic Square.
After our Florence visit, we travel to San Gimignano, one of Tuscany’s unique stops. Here, we will see the towers, Cisterna Square, and historic streets that preserve the medieval atmosphere.
Next, we head to Siena. In Siena, famous for its Palio races, we will see Campo Square, Mangia Tower, Pubblico Palace, and Siena Cathedral.
After our Siena tour, we head to Rome. Upon arrival, we transfer to our hotel and stay overnight at our hotel in Rome.
Accommodation: Rome
Breakfast: Included at the hotel
Lunch: Free in San Gimignano / Florence area
Dinner: Free on the way
Day 7: Rome – Vatican
After breakfast, we head towards Vatican City, the smallest country in the world. We tour St. Peter's Square and Basilica with the guidance of our tour leader.
After our Vatican visit, we start our city tour of Rome. The Colosseum, Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Victor Emmanuel II Monument, Via del Corso, Trevi Fountain, Fountain of the Four Rivers, Spanish Steps, and Piazza del Popolo are among the important sites we will see during our tour.
After the tour, we provide free time in Rome. Guests can try special flavors of Italian cuisine or enjoy their time in the streets of Rome.
Overnight stay at our hotel in Rome.
Accommodation: Rome
Breakfast: Included at the hotel
Lunch: Free in Rome
Dinner: Free in Rome
Day 8: Rome – Pompeii – Brindisi / Bari
After breakfast, we leave the hotel and head towards Pompeii. Pompeii Ancient City, located at the foot of Mount Vesuvius, is one of the most special stops on our tour with its historical texture and impressive story.
After our Pompeii visit, we provide free time for souvenir shopping and meals. Then, we move towards the Brindisi or Bari Port, where we will transition to Greece. After customs procedures, we board the ferry and continue our journey to Greece with a night passage.
Accommodation: On the ferry with reclining seats
Breakfast: Included at the hotel
Lunch: Free in Pompeii
Dinner: Free in Bari / Brindisi or on the ferry
Day 9: Igoumenitsa – Thessaloniki – Atatürk House – Greek Tavern Night
In the morning, after our ferry arrives at Igoumenitsa Port, we leave the ship and, after a breakfast break on the road, we head towards Thessaloniki.
Upon arriving in Thessaloniki, we begin our panoramic city tour. We will see Hagia Dimitrios Church, Atatürk House, Hagia Sophia Church, Bey Hamam, Hamza Bey Mosque, Bedesten, White Tower, Rotunda, International Fair Area, Waterfront, and Aristotelous Square.
After the tour, we check into our hotel. We have dinner at a taverna night accompanied by Greek and Turkish tunes. We stay overnight at our hotel in Thessaloniki.
Accommodation: Thessaloniki
Breakfast: On the ferry / free on the road
Lunch: Free in Thessaloniki
Dinner: Including Greek tavern night
Day 10: Thessaloniki – Kavala – Ipsala Border Gate – Bursa
After breakfast at the hotel, we leave the hotel with our luggage and head towards Kavala. Upon arrival in Kavala, we take the opportunity to taste the famous Kavala cookies and take a short walk around the city.
After our free time, we head towards Ipsala Border Gate. After completing our passport and customs procedures, we enter Turkey and continue our journey to Bursa.
After our breaks on the way, we arrive in Bursa, where we say goodbye to our valued guests at the points we picked them up, hoping to see them on the next Ayhan Işık Tourism trip.
Breakfast: Included at the hotel
Lunch: Free in Kavala
Dinner: Free on the way
• Multiple-entry Schengen visa
• Personal and extra expenses
• Lunch and Dinner
• Beverages during meals
• International departure tax
• Optional tips for guide and driver
• Museum and historical site entrance fees
• Venice Vaporetto Fee (15 Euro)
• Gondola Tour per person (30 Euro)
• Extra tours specified or not specified in the tour program
• Any service not explicitly stated as included
• Hotel City taxes and Venice tourist tax totaling 60 Euro (City tax is collected per person, varying based on the proximity of the hotel to the city center, the star rating of the hotel, and the number of nights stayed; it is collected by the guide at the start of the tour and paid to the hotels)
• Travel Insurance Package (Can only be added during the reservation creation stage for an extra 25 Euro. Cannot be added later.)
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