1st Day ISTANBUL – MADRID – SALAMANCA – CUIDAD DE RODRIGO
We meet at the international departure terminal of Istanbul Airport three hours before the flight. After baggage, ticket, and boarding procedures, we transfer to our private bus waiting for us at the airport after our flight with Turkish Airlines to Madrid. Our program begins with a panoramic city tour. The places to see include Puerto del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Paseo de la Castellana, the bullfighting arena, Gran Via, and Plaza de España, after which we move on to Salamanca for a tour. After experiencing the magnificent atmosphere of Plaza Mayor, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, we will explore the historical sites of Salamanca University and closely acquaint ourselves with the city's educational heritage. Next, we will visit Salamanca Cathedral, where you can see the elegance of Gothic and Renaissance architecture and uncover the historical and cultural fabric of the city. At the end of the tour, we continue to Cuidad de Rodrigo. After visiting this medieval town with its walls, cathedral, and castle, we transfer to our hotel and have some free time. Accommodation is at our hotel.
2nd Day CUIDAD DE RODRIGO – PORTO
After having breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Porto and the city tour. Sightseeing includes Bento Station, Sao Francisco Church, Bolsa Palace, Porto Cathedral, historical wine cellars, Liberdade Square, Batalha Square, the oldest and typical residential area of the city, the Riberia District, Torre dos Clerigos Tower, the most famous shopping street in the city, Santa Catarina, Dom Luis 1 Bridge, Arrabida Bridge, and the new and modern district of Boa Vista. At the end of the tour, we transfer to our hotel in Porto and have some free time. Accommodation is at our hotel.
3rd Day PORTO – NAZARE – FATIMA – OBIDOS – LISBON
After having breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Lisbon, making visits to Obidos, Nazare, and Fatima along the way. We will visit Fatima, known as a sacred place in Portugal, the charming fishing village of Nazare, and Obidos, characterized by its two-story white houses and historic walls covered in ivy. After the tour, we proceed to Lisbon, and once we arrive, a panoramic city tour of Lisbon is conducted. During our tour, we will see Rossio Square, Belem Tower, the Discoveries Monument, Marquis de Pompal Square, Jeronimos Monastery, and Santa Justa Elevator. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel and have some free time. Accommodation is at our hotel.
4th Day LISBON – SINTRA – CABO DA ROCA – CASCAIS – ESTORIL
After having breakfast at the hotel, we depart for our Atlantic Beauties tour. On our way to the historic town of Sintra, we will have the opportunity to see the stunning view of the Sintra mountains along with the romantic architecture and vibrant colors of the 19th century. We will stroll through the narrow, cobblestone streets of the UNESCO-protected historic city of Sintra, visit its impressive fountains, and traverse its hidden passages. Next, we will visit Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of the European continent, where we will encounter dramatic scenery and the trails along the cliffs. Then we will proceed to the coastal town of Cascais, where the nobility of the 19th century used to spend their summers. We will conclude our tour in Estoril, located in the luxurious area of the Portuguese Riviera, known for its lavish hotels, beautiful beaches, and famous Estoril casino. After this tour, we will transfer back to our hotel in Lisbon for rest and free time. Accommodation is at our hotel.
5th Day LISBON – HUELVA – SEVILLE
After having breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Huelva, and upon arrival, we will have a city tour. During our tour, we will explore the beautiful city of Huelva, located in the southwest of Spain, known for its historical and cultural wealth. First, we will see La Merced Cathedral, one of the city's significant historical buildings, known for its impressive architecture. Afterwards, we will visit the Monumento a Colón, a monument related to Christopher Columbus’s voyages to America, highlighting Huelva’s important role during the Age of Discoveries. While walking through the city, we will encounter narrow streets and typical Andalusian houses. Later, we will explore Huelva's natural beauty by walking along the Odiel River. Then we will proceed to a panoramic city tour of Seville. The sights we will see include Spain Square, the Golden Tower, and the Maria Luisa Park with its pools and gardens, as well as the Santa Cruz district. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel in Seville for free time. Accommodation is at our hotel.
6th Day SEVILLE – CORDOBA – GRANADA
After having breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Cordoba. Upon arrival, we will have a panoramic city tour. Cordoba, with its surprising architecture, glorious history, whitewashed walls, and winding streets, is like a fairyland. Located in Southern Spain’s Andalusia region, Cordoba was one of the world's most populous cities in the 10th and 11th centuries. In that era, Jews, Christians, and Muslims lived together in peace, contributing to making this city one of Europe's most important cultural centers. During this UNESCO World Heritage city tour, we will see the largest mosque-cathedral in the world, the Great Mosque - (Panoramic), the Alcazar Palace, and the Renaissance-era Jewish Quarter. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel in Granada and have some free time. Accommodation is at our hotel.
7th Day GRANADA – ALHAMBRA – RONDA – MALAGA
After having breakfast at the hotel, we embark on a panoramic city tour of Granada. The historical streets of Granada feature timeless artifacts from the Umayyad and Abbasid periods, including the Grand Via, La Rambla Square, the Arab Bazaar, and the Town Hall Square. Next, we will have the opportunity to visit the Alhambra Palace (depending on availability) (harem entry is excluded), a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its Arabic architecture, gardens, and pools. Subsequently, we will move to Ronda. Ronda features important remains from both Islamic and Christian religions, as it is the last castle surrendered to the Spaniards by the Umayyads. This typical white Andalusian village sits on a steep cliff, and we will see the world’s oldest bullfighting arena. Sights include Casa Del Rey Moro, Palacio Mondragon, and Puente Nuevo.
8th Day MALAGA – ISTANBUL
After having breakfast at our hotel, we will transfer to Malaga airport at the time indicated by our guide. Following baggage, ticket, and customs procedures, we will board our Turkish Airlines flight to Istanbul. Our tour concludes with our arrival at Istanbul Airport.
- Round-trip economy class airfare on Turkish Airlines from Istanbul (IST) to Madrid (MAD) and from Malaga (AGP) to Istanbul (IST)
- Airport taxes
- 7 nights accommodation with breakfast in 3* & 4* out-of-town hotels
- Airport-hotel-airport transfers
- All city transfers with our private buses
- Madrid City Tour
- Salamanca City Tour
- Ciudad de Rodrigo Tour
- Porto City Tour
- Nazare Tour
- Fatima Tour
- Obidos Tour
- Lisbon City Tour
- Sintra Tour
- Cabo Da Roca
- Cascais
- Estoril
- Sevilla Panoramic City Tour
- Ronda Tour
- Cordoba Tour (Entrance to the Mosque is not included)
- Al Hambra Tour (Entrance to the Palace is not included)
- Granada City Tour
- Professional Turkish-speaking guiding and assistance services
- TURSAB professional liability insurance
- Visa fee, service charge
- Tourist city taxes
- Travel health insurance
- Lunch and dinner not specified in the program
- All kinds of personal expenses and hotel extras
- Departure tax for international travel
- Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites
- Driver tips 10 Euro per person (optional)
Alhambra Palace (Excluding Harem) + Local Guide + Tourist City Taxes
150€ per person
***Payments to our guide during the tour are mandatory***
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GRANADA (out of town) |
SEVILLA (out of town) |
MALAGA (out of town) |
LISBON (out of town) |
PORTO (out of town) |
CIUDAD DE RODRIGO (out of town) |
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4* Nevada Palace 4* Luna de Granada 3* BS Principe Felipe Hotel |
3* Conguista Hotel 3* Macia Villa Blanca 4* Luna De Granada |
4* Bluesea Al Andalus 3* Posada De Espana |
3* Holiday Inn Express 4* Real Oirea 4* Ever Costa De Caparice |
4* Porto Black Tulip 3* Holiday Inn Express 3* Nave Hotel |
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March 14 TK1857 ISTMAD 07:55 10:25 TK1304 AGPIST 12:40 19:05
August 2 TK1857 ISTMAD 07:00 10:30 TK1304 AGPIST 11:55 17:25 |
IMPORTANT NOTES
- Our Tour Program operates with a minimum of 40 participants. If sufficient participation is not achieved for the trip, the agency will notify you of the cancellation no later than 21 days before the departure. The tour that is canceled due to insufficient participation will be communicated to you through your agency.
- In cases where hotels are specified only by category information without mentioning names, or in cases where there are multiple options for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be informed by your agency 48 hours prior to the departure of the trip.
- During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, and sports tournaments, hotels may be located further away than the specified kilometers or in a different city. In such cases, your agency will inform you 48 hours prior to the trip.
- The panoramic city tours included in the tour package are designed for the general promotion of the cities and are conducted with a maximum duration of 2-3 hours without museum or site entries. Even the panoramic tours and other tours specified in the program may not be carried out if local authorities do not permit them on the days and times of the tour, if closed roads occur, or due to weather conditions. Fly Express is not responsible if these tours cannot be held. Some tours may be made by public transport or on foot where closed roads or vehicle access points do not permit access.
- Triple rooms may be available depending on hotel availability, and the bed assigned to the 3rd person is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed + 1 extra bed. Extra beds can be foldable or coach beds, so the tour participant acknowledges possible tightness and bed types in reservations for the 3rd person and/or children. Child discounts are applicable for one child who meets the age group accompanying two adults.Guaranteed beds for children aged 0-2 are not provided at hotels.
- Included services from the tour program consist of breakfasts taken at the hotel, which are generally served in accordance with the breakfast culture of the country being visited and typically consist of a limited menu including butter, jam, bread, tea or coffee, and may be served in a separate hall allocated for groups.
- Since tour flights are group tickets, flight times may change. You can confirm current flight details with your agency. Updated times will be communicated to you by your agency through tour information.
- It is necessary to confirm the tour flight times without taking domestic flights. If a guest purchases domestic connection flights from a different provider independently from the agency, they cannot request any refund from the agency in case the trip is canceled or in case there are changes in time. The guest accepts in advance any material or moral losses that may occur due to the cancellation or change of the trip when they purchase the tour. Fly Express cannot be held responsible for this situation.
- According to airline regulations; if the outgoing flight of a round-trip air ticket is not used, the return flight will be canceled by the airline.
- Guests who are not included in the tour without a flight must be present at the starting point of the tour by their own means and without delay. Otherwise, they must arrange all of their transfers by themselves.
- Fly Express is not responsible for guests who fail to show up at the airport on time, do not complete check-in and boarding procedures, or miss the flight. Guests who miss the flight will bear all expenses related to obtaining new round-trip tickets and transfers in the area to which they will go.
- Participants are responsible for their personal belongings, bags, suitcases, passports / IDs, and Fly Express is not responsible for forgotten/lost/stolen items. In cases where forgotten items are found, the obligation to deliver them to the country or person does not exist, as well as any costs incurred during delivery will be the responsibility of the item owner.
- In cases of illness, loss, or theft, the guide may not be able to accompany guests individually due to the continuity and integrity of the group.
- It is mandatory to provide accurate information regarding the name, date of birth, and passport number as stated on the passport when purchasing the tour. Airline tickets are issued based on this information. Penalty fees arising from incorrect information will be charged to you.
- Some airlines may charge fees for food and drink and online check-in services.
- During tours, seat numbers on the bus are not guaranteed.
- The times indicated by our guide during tours correspond to movement and the time the vehicle wheels turn. Our guide, who is responsible for ensuring that all guests are treated equally, will not wait at the meeting times and will move the vehicle. If a situation occurs where a guest is late, they are required to reach the next destination by their own means.
- Participants agree to pay the amounts that will be communicated in advance for local guide services, museum & site entries, city taxes, and any audio system costs for the tours specified in the tour program to the tour officers during the trip. Participants have been fully and accurately informed on this matter.
- Extra tours are organized by the local agency we work with with a minimum participation requirement of 20 people. If sufficient numbers are not reached, the tours cannot be performed or the extra tour prices, content, and vehicles used may change depending on the number of participants. Additionally, days and times for the tours may be altered by the guide based on the opening/closing status of the museums and sites to be visited and on weather conditions. Different guides may accompany guests for extra tours.
- In our classic packages where extra tours are not included, participation in extra tours is voluntary and not mandatory. Passengers who do not wish to join the extra tours will be considered to have accepted to wait at a suitable rest facility along the way. These passengers will be dropped off at the rest facility before the extra tour starts and will be picked up from the location they were dropped off after the tour is completed.
- In the programs where extra tours are included, charges for museum & site entries must be paid to the guide during the tour.
- Fly Express acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol of September 28, 1955. There is a risk of delays for scheduled and special flights, or current tour and flight times may change. Fly Express is obliged to inform about these changes as soon as possible. Our passengers acknowledge that they purchased the tour knowing that flight details may change.
VISA
- Visa applications are required for Turkish citizens. For visa applications, it is necessary to apply with a passport valid for at least 6 months after the end of the trip with the documents listed in the "Required Documents for Visa" list from our agency.
- The visa must be obtained from the first country entered in the trip or the country where the most accommodation will be made.
- Green passport holders are exempt from visa requirements and only need a passport valid for at least 6 months after the trip.
- The visa information provided in the program pertains to Turkish citizens. Guests holding passports other than Turkish Republic passports should obtain visa information from the respective consulates.
- Obtaining a visa does not guarantee entry into the country; border police have the authority to deny entry. Fly Express is not responsible for this and any liability falls on the passenger.
- To avoid issues with customs police at the border of the country to be visited due to torn, worn, wet, and/or similarly damaged passports, it is necessary to renew the issued passports and if the country where the T.C. citizens will apply for a visa requires a visa, the visa must be on the new passport. In the opposite case, liability falls on the passenger.
- Guests under the age of 18 are advised to take precautions regarding the possibility of local police requesting a document showing joint consent from parents when traveling alone or with only one parent.
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