9H7M Turkiye (Turkish Airlines)

Participants gather at KLIA to board a flight to Istanbul.

*AirArabia flight tour:

Participants will transit in Sharjah before continuing to Turkey. Upon arrival in Istanbul, they will enjoy a Bosphorus Cruise, going down the Bosphorus Strait while witnessing the amazing beauty and history of the banks of Europe and Asia. Among the historical attractions visited include Rumelihisari, an important defensive city from 1452, Anadoluhisari, the first defensive city on the sea from 1393, Dolmabahce Palace, a magnificent Ottoman palace built in 1856, and Ortakoy Mosque, an iconic mosque on the cliff Bosphorus since 1854. Participants also have the opportunity to buy various traditional Turkish spices and sweets at the Spice Bazaar, including the famous Turkish Delight since 1660. night.

Overnight in Istanbul.

Participants will explore the history and beauty of Istanbul, starting with Topkapi Palace (First Courtyard), the magnificent palace of the Ottoman sultanate overlooking the Sea of ​​Marmara since 1465. Next, they will admire the uniqueness of the Hagia Sofia Grand Mosque, a 5th century church that was turned into a mosque and museum before returning to function as a mosque. The tour continues to the Hippodrome, a historic Byzantine racecourse, and the Blue Mosque, an icon of Istanbul with six minarets and five majestic domes. After a day full of history, participants will spend the night in Ankara.

*Special visit in April:

Visit to Emirgan Park to see the beauty of spring at the Tulip Festival. The park has 2 large ponds filled with millions of tulips of various colors, perfect for taking photos.

Today the participants visited the Mosaleum Ataturk, saw the history of the struggle and the funeral of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. Next, participants explore the Haci Bayram Square which is located next to the Haci Bayram Mosque and the ruins of the Temple of Augustus. The tour ends with a stop at Salt Lake (Tuz Lake), the second largest hypersaline lake in the world. Overnight in Cappadocia. ppadocia provided upon arrival.

Participants enjoy the unique views of Goreme, Pigeon and Devrent Valleys and explore Underground City, an underground city that once housed 15,000 people. Participants saw the beauty of Uchisar Castle and visited Avanos Pottery & Art Center and Turquoise & Onyx Handmade Store to witness the making of pottery and gemstone items. Participants also learn how to make traditional Turkish carpets at the Carpet Factory. Overnight inCappadocia.

Participants visited the Ancient Caravanserai, a merchant's hotel on the Silk Road that is more than 700 years old. Next, travel to Konya for a visit to the Mevlana Museum, learn about the history of the Sunni Sufi group and witness the Whirling Dervish tradition. Overnight in Pamukkale.

Participants explored Ancient Hierapolis City, an old city from the Greek era that still retains Frontinus Gate, The Great Baths, Theatre, Temple of Apollo, and Cleopatra's Pools. Participants also had a unique experience at the Cotton Castle, a natural white hot spring pool terrace, as well as shopping at the Cotton Textile Factory Outlet. Overnight in Bursa.

Participants shopped for traditional Turkish food and ingredients at the Turkish Delight & Oil Shop, before visiting Ulu Camii Mosque, Koza Han, Green Mosque, and Green Tomb. The journey continues to Cumalizilik Village, an Ottoman era village that still maintains traditional architecture. Upon arrival in Istanbul, participants visited the Grand Camlica Mosque, shopped at the Leather Shop Outlet and the famous Grand Bazaar with more than 4,000 shops. Overnight in Istanbul.

*Turkish Airlines and AirAsia flight tour only:

The last day in Turkiye as the end of the trip, participants reboard the Bosphorus Cruise and shop at the Spice Bazaar before leaving for the airport for the return flight to Kuala Lumpur.

Transit at Sharjah (boarding AirArabia flights only).

Arrival at Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The program ends with sweet memories from the land of Turkiye rich in history, culture, and natural beauty.