The duration of the trip, including the departure and return days, is 2 Nights 3 Days, and includes 2 nights of hotel accommodation. Our guide may alter the program as necessary, provided that the program is fully implemented. Child discounts apply only in the presence of two adults and can be used for a single child only. Our tours consist of a complete package of hotel, bus, tour program, and guiding services and cannot be considered separately. Children under 6 years old may not be provided a bed during hotel accommodation. Unused transportation, accommodation, sightseeing rights, etc., during the tour are non-refundable. In weekly tours, seat arrangements will be rotated by shifting one row at a time. Changes may be made to the accommodation areas and hotels as long as they are of the same standards, depending on the occupancy. DGN Travel is not responsible for tours that cannot be carried out due to adverse weather conditions before or during the tour. A minimum participation of 30 persons is anticipated for this tour. DGN Travel reserves the right to cancel the tour with a notice given 20 days in advance if sufficient participants are not reached. In case of tour cancellation, DGN Travel must personally inform the participants. There is no compensation right due to it being a legal process. The advance payment is a minimum of 35% of the reservation fee at the time of registration. The remaining tour fee must be completed 7 days before the tour departure date. The most recent circular invalidates the previous one. Our prices include VAT. THE COMPULSORY TRAVEL INSURANCE UNDER LAW NO. 1618 Covers cases of agency bankruptcy or any reason that prevents the provision of package tour services. It does not cover health insurance and treatment costs. Private health insurance is considered a personal expense for guests. GUIDE RECOMMENDATION As we will generally be walking at sightseeing locations, please prepare accordingly and dress considering the seasonal conditions (fleece/sweater, hat, sunglasses, raincoat, etc.). Prefer clothing transitioning from thin to thick (you may sweat while walking and feel cold when you stop). Your shoes should be suitable for walking (dirt, rocks, mud, water, etc.). Hiking boots or sports shoes are advisable. Have a small backpack (your hands should be free while walking). Always bring spare clothing, socks, and shoes. Remember to bring any medications you may need, and if you are taking photos/videos, ensure you have enough film and spare batteries. We look forward to hosting you on our tours. CLIMATE CONDITIONS The coastal strip of the Western Black Sea is affected by the Black Sea climate, which decreases in its effect as one moves inland. The Black Sea climate, effective in the coastal areas, shows some variations compared to other sections of the region. The amount of precipitation in the region is less than in Eastern Black Sea and more than in Central Black Sea. The annual rainfall in the coastal strip is 1200 millimeters. For instance, Zonguldak receives 1220 mm, while Bartın receives 1071 mm. In the inland areas, the annual rainfall drops below 600 millimeters. For example, Bolu has 536 mm, and Kastamonu has 461 mm. Precipitation is higher on the north-facing slopes of the mountains. The primary reason for this is the moist air masses coming from the Black Sea that rise on the mountain slopes and cause precipitation. In summary, the characteristics of the Western Black Sea Region are: - It is colder in winter because it is open to cold air masses from Central Europe compared to the Central and Eastern Black Sea Regions. - The annual rainfall is 1200 millimeters in the coastal region and about 600 millimeters in the inland areas. REST AND BREAK FACILITIES Kaynaşlı Tursan Facilities RECOMMENDED RESTAURANTS FOR LUNCH 1st Day: Barbecue Lunch by Lake Abant or Free Lunch in Safranbolu 2nd Day: Amasra Çeşm-i Cihan Restaurant (seasonally unlimited whiting, horse mackerel, bonito, salad, halva) 3rd Day: Barbecue Lunch at Yedigöller HOTELS * Guests who choose to stay at the Safranbolu mansions can stay at Kolağası Boutique Mansion, Kolağası Boutique, Köroğlu Mansion, Çamlıca Mansion, Kuşçuoğlu Mansion, Safran Evi, Safir Mansion, Şadiye Hanım Mansion, Köroğlu Mansion, Çeşmeli Mansion, etc. Guests staying in these Mansions can have dinner at Canyon Valley or Kolağası Boutique Hotel. TRANSPORTATION VEHICLES > The types of vehicles used in our tours are classified according to the number of people. The vehicle types listed below will be assigned based on the number of participants in each tour.
* Professional Licensed Guiding Service
* Transportation with Luxury Vehicles (details of the vehicle according to the number of people are provided below.)
* 2 Nights Half Board Accommodation at the Hotel,
* Open Buffet 2 Breakfasts
* Open Buffet or Set Menu 2 Dinners
* All Local Tours Specified in the Program
* Glass of Water
* DGN Travel Assurance
* Compulsory Travel Insurance according to Law No. 1618
* All Lunches
* All Beverages Consumed During Meals
* Special Expenses During the Tour
* All Extra Surrounding Tours Mentioned
* Museum and Site Entrance Fees (Applicable for Municipal and Private Enterprises)
* Crystal Glass Observation Terrace
* Boat Tour in Amasra
The tour program may vary depending on the selected date.
Day 1
Abant Lake – Safranbolu – Hıdırlık Hill - Crystal Glass Viewing Platform
*07:00 Merter Metro Station İspark Parking Lot
*07:30 Mecidiyeköy Square Bus Stops Next to Mado Bakery
*08:00 Kadıköy Marriage Office İspark Parking Lot Next to
*08:10 Next to Kozyatağı Hilton Hotel (Yenisahra Bridge Bus Stop)
*08:15 Kartal Bridge Metro Station (E 5 Ankara Direction)
*08:20 Pendik Bridge (Ankara Direction)
*08:30 Çayırova In Front of McDonald's
*08:35 00:35 In Front of Gebze Center (Entrance of Lukoil Petrol Station)
*09:15 İzmit Halkevi Stops (Across from Asya Hotel) guests joining
We set off with our guests from the above departure points, heading towards Abant Lake via Izmit-Adapazarı. Upon reaching the lakeshore, you can walk, or those who wish can enjoy a carriage or horseback ride. After our visit to Abant Lake, we arrive at Safranbolu, a museum city carrying traces of the joint life of Turks and Greeks, via Bolu - Gerede - Karabük. We take photos of the Governor's Office and Clock Tower located in the Kale Location from Hıdırlık Hill, where you will be able to see how the houses are arranged in an orderly manner without obstructing each other's view. We wander through the streets reflecting the spirit of Safranbolu, visiting the Semerciler, Manifaturacılar, Demirciler, and Bakırcılar markets, the panoramic Cinci Inn and Bath, İzzet Mehmet Pasha Mosque, Akçasu Canyon, Köprülü Mehmet Pasha Mosque, and the Sun Clock in its courtyard. While exploring the famous Kaymakamlar Mansion, which is the most beautiful visiting house in Safranbolu known for its houses and delights, we will take a journey back in time. At the famous İmren confectionery of the historical city, we will also get information about delights and have the opportunity to taste and shop the delicious delights with those who wish. After a shopping break at Yemeniciler Bazaar, we offer an optional tour for our guests. In order to contribute to tourism in Safranbolu, we will visit the Crystal Terrace (Glass Viewing Platform) located 80 meters above Tokatlı Canyon, which is built 11 meters wide. The glass viewing terrace, which can carry 75 tons and is resistant even to rocket shells, consists of 3 pieces of glass, each 3 centimeters thick and able to carry 750 kilograms. The terrace has a capacity of approximately 400 people, but only 40 people can be present at a time. It offers us a unique view of the Tokatlı Canyon. (Extra) After our optional tour, we return to our hotel and have dinner.
*Breakfast: Will be taken at a roadside facility and suitable restaurant extra (Extra)
*Lunch: Will be taken as sausage sandwich in Abant. (Extra)
*Dinner: Will be served at the hotel. (Included in the tour fee.)
*Accommodation: Accommodation will be at the selected hotel. Safranbolu Mansions or Safranbolu Standard City Hotels
*Rest Facilities: Tursan Rest Facilities
*Route: Istanbul – Safranbolu / 420 KM
*Hotel Check-In Time: 18.00-19:30
Day 2
Yörükköyü – Amasra – Amasra Boat Tour
After breakfast at our hotel, we set off towards Yörükköyü, which is an old Bektaşi village. While making a visit to the communal laundry of the village, you will be surprised by how many details have been thought of. Then we visit the haremlik and selamlık sections of Sipahioğlu Mansion. After a break at the village coffee shop, we arrive at beautiful Amasra, which has unique beauties of the Black Sea and is known by the words of Fatih Sultan Mehmet “Is this the eye of the world (Çeşm-i Cihan)”. Before seeing the city, those who wish can take a short Boat Tour (Extra), admiring the city’s image and islands above the waters of the Black Sea. While walking through the city streets surrounded by fortifications that still retain their grandeur, we see the Arch Bridge, Church Mosque, and Craftsmen’s Bazaar and have a lunch break at the famous fish restaurants. After lunch, we visit the Amasra Museum, which was used as the Naval Department in the Ottoman period and later as a music school, before we leave the city. We return to our hotel.
*Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel and is included in the tour fee.
*Lunch: Will be taken freely in Amasra. (Extra)
*Accommodation: Accommodation will be at the selected hotel. Safranbolu Mansions or Safranbolu Standard City Hotels
*Dinner: Will be served at the hotel and is included in the tour fee.
*Hotel Check-In Time: 18.00 - 19:00
Day 3
Bulak Cave - Yedigöller National Park
After breakfast at our hotel, we visit Bulak Cave, which will amaze you with its stalactites and stalagmites formed 3000 years ago. After a short hike inside the cave, we set off towards Yedigöller, another natural paradise in the Western Black Sea region. Here, we will take minibuses and as soon as we enter Yedigöller National Park, it will enchant you. There are Sazlı Lake, İnce Lake, Küçük Lake, Derin Lake, Büyük Lake, Kuru Lake, and Serin Lake created by rock formations. After our tour around the lakes, we head back to Istanbul. We will arrive in Istanbul in the evening, drop you off at the points we picked you up, and bid you farewell until the next DGN Travel organization.
*Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel and is included in the tour fee.
*Lunch: Will be taken as sausage sandwich at Yedigöller. (Extra)
*Dinner: Will be at a suitable facility along our route. (Extra)
*Accommodation: NO ACCOMMODATION THIS NIGHT.