Jewish Heritage Daily Tour in Istanbul

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Jewish Heritage Daily Tour in Istanbul

Length    : Half day Morning or Full day
Duration : 4 /  7 – 8 hours
Guide in  : English

HALF DAY TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Neve Shalom Synagogue or Ashkenaz Synagogue (upon availability)Galata & Balat, the oldest Jewish settlement, Golden Horn

 

FULL DAY TOUR PROGRAM

Start after breakfast for a tour in Galata, the centuries-old Jewish neighborhood with its famous tower built by the Genoese. Visit to Neve Shalom Synagogue or Ashkenaz Synagogue (upon availability) Drive to Balat along the Golden Horn, residential area of the Ottoman Jews where the “Star of David” still appears on the facades of some buildings. Visit to Ahrida Synagogue, built in the15th century and from outside Jewish Hospital (Or-Ahayim).Visit to Zülfaris Jewish Museum of the Quincentennial Foundation and the “Oldies House” at Hasköy.The Jewish Cemetery where the martyrs of Neve Shalom are buried. Stop at Ortaköy, first disembark point of Sephardic Jews who were expelled from Spain by the religious disturbance of the Spanish King and the Queen, desperate on the ships in the middle of the sea, not being accepted by any European country except the Ottoman Sultan Beyazid Khan The Second who welcomed them offering a safe and peaceful life. Last visit to Etz Ahayim Synagogue in Ortaköy.

What is Included ?

  • Private tour rates include round trip transfers from/to central hotels,
  • private A/C transportation,
  • English speaking professional private guide
    (other languages are available on request),
  • Donations to synagogues, museum entrance fees,
  • Lunch in full day tours ; exclude drinks.
  • You can request Jewish Guides in Istanbul and Izmir upon availablity.
  • SYNAGOGUE VISIT:Some Synagogues may not be accessible at the time of your tour.

* Photocopy of the passport page with photo is needed in advance (4 days) for visit permits.

* Passports required for security during the tour.

8 Days 7 Nights Turkey Tour For Students Group

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8 Days 7 Nights Turkey Tour For Students Group

1.Day: Arrival in Istanbul

(Welcome dinner on the bosphorus cruise)

Today is the first day of your student tour in Turkey. We will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. Check-in to your hotel.

The rest of the day is yours to rest and enjoy and we will meet in the evening for welcome dinner on the bosphorus cruise.

Overnight stay in İstanbul.

2.Day: Full day Istanbul City Tour For Students

(Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)

After Breakfast,your tour guide and your driver are at the lobby to take you for your Istanbul’s Highlights Tour.

Today’s programme will start by visiting the ancient Hippodrome where you will get to know all details of its transformation, obelisks and functions during history.

The Hippodrome is hand by hand with the world famous Blue Mosque so we will be entering Blue Mosque after our Hippodrome Tour.
Sultanahmet is named by it’s visitors as Blue Mosque because of the magnificent tiles and breath-taking decoration inside. You will have a fully guided tour here.

The next stop of your Istanbul Student Tour is Hagia Sophia, which is one of the must-see places in the whole world. The whole story and history of the Hagia Sophia church-mosque-museum will be presented by your guide.

Your guide will take you to lunch in a very good local restaurant. Here you will have the chance to talk and make critics about your tour and some rest for next visiting place The Underground Basilica Cistern which was the water-warehouse for Roman’s & Ottoman’s Istanbul.

The driver will pick you up after your fully guided Cistern Tour and will take you to your hotel.

Overnight stay at hotel in Istanbul.

3.Day: Full day Gallipoli  Tour

(Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner)

After breakfast we depart very early for our tour in Gallipoli. Gallipoli is called Canakkale in Turkish and that was one of the high points of world war one. One of the biggest tragedies of the humanity happened here and more around half a million people from different cultures-languages-countries all confronted the same end.

Today we will be visiting the main battlefields in Gallipoli area which covers; Chunuk Valley, Anzac Cove, Memorial cemetery and many other battlefields and also a local museum which founded by a farmer living around the harbour.

We are sure that Gallipoli will be one of your bests in your student tour in Turkey

Lunch will be served during your tour and after the tour you will be taken to your hotel. Overnight stay in Canakkale.

4.Day: Full day Troy Tour – Kusadasi

(Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner)

After breakfast, we will depart for Troy Tour. Troy is one of the famous ancient cities and an important town of Hellenistic Culture. Here you will be visiting the ancient city of troy and also will see the Trojan Horse.

After the tour you will have lunch at a local restaurant and then drive down to Kusadasi for overnight.

Check in to your Hotel…

5.Day: Full day Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tour

(Breakfast – Lunch-Dinner)

Today is the time for a marble white, history long and holy land tour. One of the best preserved ancient cities on the world : Ephesus and it’s most important guest Virgin Mary’s house are the destinations for today’s tour.

This daily Ephesu tour will be one of the highlights of all your travels and also as one of the Ancient World Wonders will get a place in your photo albums.

After the Ephesus tour you will visit the house that Virgin Mary spent her last years in.

Then you will be transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi for overnight stay at Kusadası.

6.Day: Pamukkale & Hierapolis Ancient Ruins City

(Breakfast – Lunch- Dinner)

A bright morning for the world’s only cotton castle, Pamukkale which is happened after warm tears of the nature. As if the beauty of the white pearl on Cleopetra’s chest was the inspiration for this art work of the nature.

Today you will see the ancient city of Hierapolis and Cleopetra’s private swimming pool and also walk in calcium rich warm pools of Pamukkale.

After tour, we will drive to Istanbul. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

7.Day: Bosphorus Cruise & Two Continents Tour

(Breakfast – Lunch-Dinner )

You have had an amazing time during your tour and now we want you to celebrate it in between two continents on beautiful waters and shores of Boshporus.

Bosphorus is the river which divides Istanbul in two parts : Asian part and European part. This makes Istanbul one of the most important cities on world to be based in two continents.
Bosphorus is actually a panoramic summary of history and art in Istanbul. The houses, palaces, pavilions and gardens on shores will give you a great feeling.

You will be visiting Istanbul’s highest peak Camlica Hill and have your lunch there. After your tour we will take you to your hotel.

8.Day: Transfer to Istanbul Airport for your homebound flight.

(Breakfast)

Thank you for choosing with Nexa Travel. Hope to see you again next time.

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Anzac Tour From Istanbul

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Anzac Tour From Istanbul

23 April Day 1 – Arrive to Istanbul Airport, transfer to Istanbul Hotel. Welcome dinner on the Bosphorus Cruise. Overnight in Istanbul.

24th April Day 2 – Morning departure to the WW1 battlefields of Gallipoli; stopping along the way to stock up on supplies and rations. Once we arrive to the Gallipoli Peninsula, we head straight to Anzac Cove to find a good spot on the grass for the long night ahead.

25th April Day 3 – Waking up before the sun rise for the ANZAC Day Dawn Service. There is this almost deafening silence as the service to commemorate our fallen forefathers on this special day begins. You will then have  chance to attend the Australian or New Zealand Memorial service before a late afternoon drive back to Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.

26 th April Day 4 – After breakfast, departure transfer to Istanbul Airport. End of our services.

Istanbul / Gallipoli

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In Trace Of Christianity

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In Trace Of Christianity

Length    : Full Day /  Half day Morning or Afternoon Tour
Duration : 7 – 8 hours / 4 hours
Guide in  : English

  • HIGHLIGHTS OF HALF DAY MORNING or AFTERNOON TOUR
    Patriarchate * Chruch of Panagia of Blachernae * St. Savior in Chora
    Pantocrator 
    (from outside)* Church of St. Mary Pammacaristo (from outside)
    Zoodochos Pege at Balıklı * St. Sergius & Bacchus 
    (from outside)

The Patriarchate at Fener, by the Golden Horn, is the heart of Orthodox Christianity. After Constantine the Great’ s declaration of Christianity as the religion of Roman Empire, the capital was moved from Rome to Byzantium. With the conquest (1453) of Ottoman Empire, the seat of Patriarchate remained in İstanbul.

Church of Panagia of Blachernae, the best known and most celebrated shrine of the Holy Virgin located near Golden Horn, famed with the hagiasma (fountain of holy water), good to cure health problems, and the Hagion Lousma (sacred bath) good to clean the soul where the emperor also came to purify himself.

St. Savior in Chora (Kariye Museum), originally a Byzantine monastery, dedicated to Jesus Christ the Savior, survived with fantastic mosaics and frescoes, portraying scenes from the Bible, the life and miracles of Jesus.

Pantocrator (Zeyrek), the monastic complex was one of the largest and best organized of the Byzantine period, comprising two churches and a funerary chapel, baths, a hospice for the aged, a hospital and a medical school, a hostel for travellers and a library. (from outside)

Church of St. Mary Pammacaristos (Fethiye), built in the 11thcentury by John Comnenus, displaying the aesthetic refinement attained to Paleologan Age, originally belonged to a convent of nuns. Housed the Patriarchate for a while after the conquest. (from outside)

Zoodochos Pege at Balıklı, dedicated to the Mother of God at Pege, with an underground cistern, full of gold fishes related to a well-known miracle, and the fountain of holy water.

St. Sergius & Bacchus, a landmark in Byzantine ecclesiastical architecture. Today it is known as the “Little Hagia Sophia” because its general plan is a precursor of the Hagia Sophia. (from outside)

Hagia Eirene, the old patriarchal church with its impressive size stands next to Hagia Sophia. (from outside)

Hagia Sophia, for many centuries was the largest church of Christendom, dedicated to Divine Wisdom, an attribute of Christ. Hagia Sophia played an important role as emperors were crowned and many victories were celebrated in this remarkable building

INCLUDED

  • Private tour rates include round trip transfers from/to central hotels,
  • private A/C transportation
  • English speaking professional private guide
    (other languages are available on request),
  • donations, museum entrance fees, lunch in full day tours and V.A.T; exclude drinks.
  • Restaurant can be upgraded with an extra feeof € 20.- / pax 
  • CLOSED
    Hagia Sophia on Monday
    St. Savior in Chora on Wednesday
    Church of St. Mary Pammacaristos on Wednesday

Jewish Heritage Daily Tour in Istanbul

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Jewish Heritage Daily Tour in Istanbul

Length    : Half day Morning or Full day
Duration : 4 /  7 – 8 hours
Guide in  : English

HALF DAY TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Neve Shalom Synagogue or Ashkenaz Synagogue (upon availability)Galata & Balat, the oldest Jewish settlement, Golden Horn

 

FULL DAY TOUR PROGRAM

Start after breakfast for a tour in Galata, the centuries-old Jewish neighborhood with its famous tower built by the Genoese. Visit to Neve Shalom Synagogue or Ashkenaz Synagogue (upon availability) Drive to Balat along the Golden Horn, residential area of the Ottoman Jews where the “Star of David” still appears on the facades of some buildings. Visit to Ahrida Synagogue, built in the15th century and from outside Jewish Hospital (Or-Ahayim).Visit to Zülfaris Jewish Museum of the Quincentennial Foundation and the “Oldies House” at Hasköy.The Jewish Cemetery where the martyrs of Neve Shalom are buried. Stop at Ortaköy, first disembark point of Sephardic Jews who were expelled from Spain by the religious disturbance of the Spanish King and the Queen, desperate on the ships in the middle of the sea, not being accepted by any European country except the Ottoman Sultan Beyazid Khan The Second who welcomed them offering a safe and peaceful life. Last visit to Etz Ahayim Synagogue in Ortaköy.

What is Included ?

  • Private tour rates include round trip transfers from/to central hotels,
  • private A/C transportation,
  • English speaking professional private guide
    (other languages are available on request),
  • Donations to synagogues, museum entrance fees,
  • Lunch in full day tours ; exclude drinks.
  • You can request Jewish Guides in Istanbul and Izmir upon availablity.
  • SYNAGOGUE VISIT:Some Synagogues may not be accessible at the time of your tour.

* Photocopy of the passport page with photo is needed in advance (4 days) for visit permits.

* Passports required for security during the tour.

Women Tour Package(Istanbul & Cappadocia & Kusadasi)

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Women Tour Package(Istanbul & Cappadocia & Kusadasi)

DAY 1 – Arrive Istanbul Airport and transfer to Istanbul Hotel. Welcome dinner on Bosphorus Cruise. Overnight at Istanbul.

Day 2 – After breakfast day is at leisure.  By 16:00 will be ready at Cooking Alaturca. 2-2,5 hours cooking lesson and finally pass through restaurant side to taste delicious meals that you prepared. Overnight at Istanbul.

Day 3 – After breakfast full day İstanbul City Tour with Lunch. Overnight at Istanbul.

Day  4 – After breakfast, transfer from Istanbul Hotel to Istanbul Airport to take a domestic flight to Kayseri. Upon arrival meet and transfer to Cappadocia Hotel. Overnight at Cappadocia.

Day 5 – After breakfast, Cooking class at Cappadocia. AFter noon, Pottery Class. Overnight at Cappadocia.

DAY 6 – After breakfast, Full Day Cappadocia Blue Tour with Lunch. Overnight at Cappadocia.

Day 7 – After breakfast, transfer from Cappadocia Hotel to Kayseri Airport. Domestic flight to Izmir. Upon arrival transfer to Kusadasi. Overnight at Kusadasi.

Day 8 – After breakfast, Full Day Pamukkale Tour with Lunch. Overnight at Kusadasi.

Day 9 – After breakfast, Cooking Lessons. Afternoon Marbling Activities. Overnight at Kusadasi.

Day 10 – After breakfast, Full Day Ephesus Tour with Lunch. Overnight at Kusadasi.

Day 11 – After breakfast transfer from Kusadasi Hotel to Izmir Airport. End of our services.

Istanbul / Cappadocia / Kusadasi

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Culinary Tour Istanbul & Cappadocia

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Culinary Tour Istanbul & Cappadocia

Day 1 – Arrive Istanbul Airport and transfer to Istanbul Hotel. In the evening  Dinner Cruise on Bosphorus. Overnight at Istanbul.

Day 2 – After breakfast day is at leisure.  By 16:00 will be ready at Cooking Alaturca. 2-2,5 hours cooking lesson and finally pass through restaurant side to taste delicious meals that you prepared. Overnight at Istanbul.

Day 3 – After breakfast Full Day İstanbul City Tour with Lunch. Overnight at Istanbul.

Day  4 – After breakfast, transfer from Istanbul Hotel to Istanbul Airport to take a domestic flight to Kayseri. Upon arrival meet and transfer to Cappadocia Hotel. Overnight at Cappadocia.

Day 5 – After breakfast, Cooking class at Cappadocia. Overnight at Cappadocia.

Day 6 – After breakfast, transfer from Istanbul Hotel to Istanbul Airport. End of our services.

Istanbul / Cappadocia

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Culinary Tour Istanbul

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Culinary Tour Istanbul

Day 1 – Arrive Istanbul Airport and transfer to Istanbul Hotel. In the evening  wellcome dinner on Bosphorus Cruise. Overnight at Istanbul.

Day 2 – After breakfast day is at leisure. By 16:00 will be ready at Cooking Alaturca. 2-2,5 hours cooking lesson and finally pass through restaurant side to taste delicious meals that you prepared. Overnight at Istanbul.

Day 3 – After breakfast Full Day İstanbul City Tour with Lunch. Overnight at Istanbul.

Day  4 – After breakfast, transfer from Istanbul Hotel to Istanbul Airport. End of our services.

Istanbul