DAY 1 ISTANBUL AIRPORT – BOLOGNA – FLORENCE
Meeting with our esteemed guests at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal at 04:00. After baggage drop, passport, and check-in procedures, departure for Bologna with Turkish Airlines flight TK1321 at 07:50. Arrival in Bologna at local time 09:30. We depart for Florence with our vehicle waiting for us. On our city tour of Florence, with its historical buildings, works of art, and culture-filled atmosphere, we see: the Arno River dividing the city in two, Ponte Vecchio with its 14th-century jewelry shops on the river, the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral in Duomo Square, the Gothic Bell Tower, the baptistery with its East Door known as the Gate of Paradise, the Santa Croce Church where the tombs of prominent figures such as Michelangelo, Machiavelli, and Galileo are located, the Uffizi Art Gallery, Signoria Square, the Neptune Fountain in the square, the statue of David, and the historical courtyard resembling an open-air museum. At the end of the tour, departure for our Tuscany hotel.
DAY 2 PISA – SAN GIMIGNANO – SIENA
After breakfast, we start our full-day tour at the time specified by our guide. Our first stop is Pisa. Upon arrival in the city, we see the Baptistery, Cathedral, and the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa located on lush green grass in the Square of Miracles. Guests who wish can climb the 56-meter-high tower and enjoy the view. Afterwards, we depart for San Gimignano. In this medieval town, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage list and known as the "City of Fine Towers," we take a walking tour seeing important structures such as Porta San Giovanni, Piazza della Cisterna, Cathedral Square (Piazza del Duomo), Palazzo del Popolo, and the Podesta Palace. After San Gimignano, we proceed to Siena. Known for its earth-colored labyrinth streets and fascinating atmosphere, places to see in this city include Piazza del Campo where the Palio races are held, Gaia Fountain, Torre del Mangia, and the Duomo Cathedral famous for its black and white marbles. Return to our hotel at the end of the tour.
DAY 3 MONTEPULCIANO – MONTALCINO
After breakfast, we start our full-day tour. Our first stop is Montepulciano. Founded by the Etruscans in 308 BC, this city is famous for its wines. Its main street is 1.5 km long and extends from Porta al Prato to Piazza Grande. In the city, we see the Palazzo Comunale, the Cathedral of Santa Maria, and the historical city walls. Afterwards, we visit a historical wine cellar where we will closely get to know Montepulciano's deep-rooted wine culture and experience a special tasting featuring the region's select wines. After the tour, we proceed to the town of Montalcino, famous for its Brunello wines. Following the tour of the historical castle and city center, return to our hotel.
DAY 4 BOLOGNA – ISTANBUL
After breakfast, we complete our hotel check-out procedures and depart for Bologna at the time specified by our guide. Upon arrival after a journey of approximately 2 hours, we start our city tour. Dating back to the 6th century BC, Bologna's sights to see include Maggiore Square, Palazzo di Accursio, Palazzo Podestà, Basilica di San Petronio, and the Garisenda and Asinelli Towers. Transfer to the airport after the tour. After ticket and baggage procedures, departure for Istanbul with Turkish Airlines flight TK1326 at 19:20. Arrival in Istanbul at 23:00 and end of our tour. Hoping to meet on our next tour.
Prices are per person in €. Child prices apply when sharing with two adults.
| Date | Double | Single | Triple | Child 2-11 | Infant 0-1 | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Apr 2027 | €999 | €1,199 | €999 | €899 | €250 | Available |