14 DAYS PRE TURKIYE FAM PROGRAM & EMITT TOURISM FAIR 2025

Fam Tour Program

Day 1

Arrival Day

25 January 2025

Istanbul - Arrival Day

upon our arrival at Istanbul International Airport, your guide will meet &assist then transfer you to

the hotel. Istanbul was once the capital of Byzantium, Roman & Ottoman Empires. It is a most

fascinating city, which actually crosses two continents Europe and Asia. It is a city of museums,

bazaars, minarets, mosques, churches, palaces, and restaurants catering to every one’s taste&

customs and is home to almost fifteen million people. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2

Sapanca Lake

26 January 2025

Sapanca Lake

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

After breakfast at 08:30 we'll visit Sapanca Lake, which covers 42 km2 and is popular among weekend travelers. The lake is surrounded by wooded areas and scenic walking paths, providing plenty of opportunities to relax and spend time in nature. After Sapanca Tour we will drive to your hotel in Kocaeli. Overnight in Kocaeli.

Day 3

Abant Lake

27 January 2025

Abant Lake Tour - Amasya Tour to Tokat

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

After breakfast at 08:30 we will depart for Abant Lake. Abant is most probably the most famous lake in Turkiye. The lake is at the end of a 22 km drive. The seven kilometer walk around the lake offers a great opportunity to enjoy the area. Those who don't wish to walk can ride horseback or complete the tour on a horse cart. Abant lake is surrounded with pine trees. And then We will drive to Amasya which will take about 1.5 hours. Amasya is one of the cities which has both natural and historical values. It is located in a narrow cliff of the Yesilirmak river, it has a history of 3000 years where, many civilizations left priceless remains and relics of their times. The ruins of the citadel on the rock face of the cliff shelters 2000 year old water-channels, 1000 year old bridges, an ancient mental hospital, an Ottoman Palace and a secret underground passageway. After Amasya tour Overnight in Tokat.

Day 4

Tokat City

28 January 2025

Tokat City – Ballica Cave – Kaz Lake Tour

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

Today, we will have the opportunity to tour 900 years of history in 900 steps in Tokat. After the breakfast at 08:30 we have Tokat City Tour, visiting the historical places of Tokat such as historical lodging and dwelling points, forums and religious educational centers, Tokat Museum, Ethnography Museum, world renowned Turkish Baths as well as Clock Tower in downtown. We will have lunch break and after lunch we will be visiting famous Ballica Caves that is known to have healing powers for Asthma patients and then we will visit the Magnificent KAZ Lake, which is intertwined with nature. Dinner and Overnight in Tokat at Silk Road Museum Hotel

Day 5

Sivas Yildizeli

29 January 2025

Tokat to Sivas Yildizeli Daily Skiing Tour

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

After breakfast at 09:00am, we will go on a daily ski tour to Sivas Yıldızeli, one of the most beautiful winter ski resorts in Turkiye. Enjoy some free time for winter activities such as skiing, motor skiing, You can play snowballs, make a snowman, ski and have an unforgettable day with many great ski activities. After the skiing tour we will return to our hotel in Tokat City. Dinner and Overnight in Tokat at Silk Road Museum Hotel.

Day 6

Zile Castle

30 January 2025

Zile Castle Tour & Hattusa to Cappadocia

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
After the breakfast, we will check out and depart from Tokat to Cappadocia. We will drive to Zile Castle for visit. Zile Castle, located in the town of Zile in Tokat Province, Turkiye, stands as a testament to the region's rich history. Built during the Byzantine era and later expanded by the Seljuks and Ottomans, the castle offers a glimpse into centuries of architectural evolution and cultural exchange. Its strategic location atop a hill provides commanding views of the surrounding landscape, making it not only a historical landmark but also a picturesque site for visitors. Today, Zile Castle serves as a museum, showcasing artifacts and exhibits that narrate the story of its past and the civilizations that once thrived within its walls. One of the most intriguing aspects of Zile Castle is its association with Julius Caesar, who famously declared "Veni, vidi, vici" after the Battle of Zela in 47 BC. This phrase, meaning "I came, I saw, I conquered" in Latin, encapsulates Caesar's swift victory and has become synonymous with triumph and achievement. We will visit Hattusa Ancient City on the way. Hattusha is one of the country’s biggest archaeological sites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During its pomp in the second millennium BC, Hattusa was the capital of the Hittite Empire, wielding power across Anatolia and beyond. Its ruins coat a large hillside and include temples, fortifications, gates, and statues. After the Hattusa tour, we will continue on our way to the hotel in Cappadocia! Dinner and Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 7

Cappadocia Tour

31 January 2025

Cappadocia Tour with Underground City and Goreme Open Air Museum

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

After breakfast between 08:00 am and 09:30 am pick-up from hotel. Final timing one day before will be given you by your tour consultant. We will drive you to Ozkonak Underground City, one of the best preserved Underground cities in Cappadocia. Than visit to Uchisar Castle, the highest point of Cappadocia. After Uchisar, you visit Goreme Open Air Museum, the Heart of Cappadocia. Goreme Open Air Museum is famous for frescoes dating to 10th century describing the life of Jesus Christ and monks. Next stop is Cavusin, which is an abandoned village with old cave Greek houses. After Cavusin you go to the restaurant in Avanos to have lunch. After lunch, you visit a pottery work shop, to see how to make potteries. Then you go to Love Valley. Love Valley Cappadocia is a hidden valley with scenic formations to say the least. Despite the resemblance to man hood, these amazing rock formations are far from man-made. After Love Valley you visit another workshop to see Cappadocian handwoven carpets and kilims. Next stop is Devrent Valley, which is also called Imagination Valley, where you can see natural rock formations looking like animals. Then you head to a wine shop in Urgup for wine tasting. Last stop is Three Beauties, three beautiful fairy chimneys with their hats, which is the symbol of Cappadocia. This tour will end approximately at 18.00 and you will be returned back to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 8

Konya

1 February 2025

Cappadocia - Konya - Pamukkale

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
After breakfast early in the morning at 08:00 drive to Konya. Lunch at 13:30 pm at local restaurant. After the lunch visit the imposing green - tiled Mausoleum of Mevlana, the mystic founder of the Sufi sect (Whirling Dervishes). After the Konya Mevlana tour drive to Pamukkale. Arrival to Pamukkale around 18:30 pm – 19:00 and check into your hotel. Dinner and Overnight in Pamukkale.

Day 9

Kusadasi

2 February 2025

Pamukkale Tour - Kusadasi

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
We depart for Pamukkale tour at 08:00 am. We shall visit the calcium terraces of Pamukkale (cotton castle) and the ruins of Hierapolis, then walk around this natural phenomenon and have the option of lying in the waters of the natural springs. Denizli/Pamukkale means seaside in Turkish and is located on the Buyuk Menderes River. It is a growing industrial town, known for its textile industry and outlet shopping. You will visit one of the famous textile factories of Pamukkale.On the way, we will visit one of the famous leather production centers of the region, where you will have the opportunity to get a good factory rate. After the tour, we have a lunch break until 13:30 pm. Afterwards transfer to your hotel. Dinner and Overnight in Kusadasi

Day 10

Abant Lake Tour

3 February 2025

– Kusadasi - Ephesus Tour & Bursa City Tour

(Breakfast and Lunch and Dinner included)
After breakfast at 08:00 am , we have fully guided tour of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient sites in the world en - route, visiting the Temple of Artemis, Curetes street, famous Roman baths, Celsus Library and Grand theatre. We will visit a place, which continues to perform one of the oldest arts of Turkiye; a carpet-weaving centre. We will have a lunch break in Ephesus and After shopping. After Ephesus tour 4 hour Drive to Bursa and we begin our amazing tour at BURSA. We start our Bursa tour, from the capital of the Ottoman Empire, with a visit to the Bursa Grand Mosque, one of the most beautiful works of the early Ottoman period built by Yıldırım Beyazıd. After visiting Bedesten (Grand Bazaar) in the immediate vicinity, we visit the Green Tomb and Green Mosque, which are famous for their green tiles. After the tour, we depart to the hotel where we will stay. Overnight in Bursa.

Day 11

Bursa

4 February 2025

Bursa - Istanbul Old City Tour

(Breakfast and Lunch included)

After breakfast we depart to Istanbul. Once we reach, visit the famous HIPPODROME. Ancient Hippodrome was the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine. Then we will visit SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE across from Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque (from outside), which was built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, it is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. After Old City tour, TravelShop Group will take you to the Gift Shops which is a unique experience with reasonable prices for your shopping indulgence. Here you will find; Exotic Spices and Herbs, Turkish Baklava, Turkish Delights, Turkish Coffee, nuts and fruits, small souvenirs such as Ceramic Handicrafts, Evil Eyes totems, natural olive oil, soaps and many other goods in Souvenir Shops and stores. After the tour transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul

Day 12

Tourism Expo

5 February 2025

Istanbul- EMITT Tourism Expo

(Breakfast, Light Lunch , Dinner Included)
After breakfast at 09:00 am depart for EMITT Tourism Expo Your B2B Meetings at Exhibitors takes place 10:00am -16:00. After the Exhibitors meeting we have Speed Networking at Hosted Buyer Lounge Area at 16:30 -18:00pm. After Speed networking, we will have Gala Dinner at Exhibition Center at 19:00 pm -22:00pm, after Gala Dinner we do the transfers to your hotel. During the expo time, you can enjoy your light lunch at the lounge of Hosted Buyers. Please follow the appointments as per your Calendar timimgs . Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 13

EMITT Tourism Expo

6 February 2025

Istanbul- EMITT Tourism Expo

(Breakfast and Light Lunch Included)
After breakfast we depart at 09:00am for EMITT Tourism Expo for B2B Speed Networking between 10:00- 12:00 hrs. And between 13:30- 15:30 you’ll have time for B2B Meetings at Exhibitors stands. You can enjoy your light lunch at the lounge of hosted buyers during expo time. As there will be Exhibitors B2B Speed Networking between 16:00 – 17:00. After B2B Speed Networking we do the transfers to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 14

End of the Tour

7 February 2025

EMITT Tourism Fair Istanbul- End of the Tour

(Breakfast Included)

After breakfast, at 09.00 am, we depart for EMITT Tourism Fair for B2B Networking between 10.00am and 14.30 pm. Meet at the Hosted Buyer Lounge and depart for Istanbul City Tour at 14.30. After the EMITT Tourism Fair transfer back to Istanbu’s new airport. We hope you have a memorable time in Turkiye and we look forward to seeing you in the near future on another B2B WorkShopTravelShop organized event. Have a safe trip back home and we thank you whole heartedly for choosing WorkShopTravelShop.