8 Days 7 Nights
Day by day itinerary
Upon arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to your accommodation at the Clarion 5* Hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax and settle in.
Start your day with a drive towards Edirne. Upon arrival, visit the iconic Selimiye Mosque, a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture. Continue your exploration with a visit to the Beyazit Museum and Mosque. Afterward, proceed to Çanakkale, where you will visit the monuments of the Gallipoli War, paying homage to the historical significance of this site. Overnight stay at the Tusan Beach Hotel 4* or a similar hotel.
Depart early in the morning towards Manisa. Your first stop will be the Muradiye Mosque, followed by free time to explore the Kula Houses, a street lined with traditional Ottoman houses. Next, visit the Ottoman Museum, which offers insights into the rich history and culture of the era. Continue your journey to Bursa, where you will spend the night at the Grand Bursa 4* Hotel or a similar establishment.
Begin your day by visiting the Grand Mosque, a significant site in Ottoman history. Enjoy some free time at the Silk Bazaar, where you can explore and shop for local goods. Proceed to Tophane, where you will see the Clock Tower and the graves of Osman and Orhan, the founders of the Ottoman Empire. Next, visit the Green Tomb and the Green Mosque, both of which are key landmarks in Bursa. Conclude the day with a visit to Cumalıkızık, a well-preserved Ottoman village. Overnight stay at the Grand Bursa 4* Hotel or a similar hotel.
Drive to Söğüt to visit the Şeyh Edebali Tomb, a site of great spiritual importance. Continue to the Ertuğrul Gazi Museum, dedicated to the father of Osman I, the founder of the Ottoman Empire. Visit the Dursun Fakıh Tomb and Orhan Mosque in İznik. Afterward, take a ferryboat from Yalova to Istanbul, where you will stay overnight at the Clarion 5* Hotel.
Your day in Istanbul begins with a visit to the Blue Mosque, followed by an exploration of the Topkapı Palace, the former residence of Ottoman sultans. Continue to the Nurosmaniye Mosque and the Grand Bazaar, where you will have time for shopping. Visit the Rüstem Paşa Mosque and enjoy some free time at the Spice Bazaar. Conclude the day with a Bosphorus Boat Tour before returning to the Clarion 5* Hotel for the night.
Start the day with a visit to Beylerbeyi Palace, followed by Yıldız Palace. Explore the grandeur of Dolmabahçe Palace and conclude your day with a visit to the Süleymaniye Mosque. Overnight stay at the Clarion 5* Hotel.
You will be transferred to the airport for your departure, marking the end of your journey tracing the footsteps of the Ottoman Empire.
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