All Tours and Outlets Included Big Italy Greece Balkans Tour - Ankara
LARGE ITALY - GREECE - BALKAN TOUR
7 Nights – 9 Days
ALL CITY TOURS and DESIGNER OUTLET INCLUDED
NO EXTRA TOURS
Thessaloniki – Parga - Igoumenitsa – Naples – Rome – Siena - Florence – Pisa
Servalle Designer Outlet- Venice – Milan – Lake Como – Sirmione – Garda - Ljubljana- Belgrade- Sofia
7 Nights – 9 Days
ALL CITY TOURS and DESIGNER OUTLET INCLUDED
NO EXTRA TOURS
Thessaloniki – Parga - Igoumenitsa – Naples – Rome – Siena - Florence – Pisa
Servalle Designer Outlet- Venice – Milan – Lake Como – Sirmione – Garda - Ljubljana- Belgrade- Sofia
Tour Departure Dates :
January 23 / March 14 / April 17 / April 24 / May 15 / May 22 / May 23 / June 5 / June 12 / June 19 / June 26 / June 27 / July 3 / July 4 / July 10 / July 11 / July 17 / July 18 / July 24 / July 25 / July 31 / August 1 / August 7 / August 8 / August 14 / August 15 / August 21 / August 22 / August 28 / August 29 / September 4 / September 11 / September 18 / September 25 / October 2 / October 9 / October 16 / October 23 / October 30 / November 6 / November 7
January 23 / March 14 / April 17 / April 24 / May 15 / May 22 / May 23 / June 5 / June 12 / June 19 / June 26 / June 27 / July 3 / July 4 / July 10 / July 11 / July 17 / July 18 / July 24 / July 25 / July 31 / August 1 / August 7 / August 8 / August 14 / August 15 / August 21 / August 22 / August 28 / August 29 / September 4 / September 11 / September 18 / September 25 / October 2 / October 9 / October 16 / October 23 / October 30 / November 6 / November 7
Special Days :
January Semester : January 23
April Semester and Ramadan Feast: March 14
April 23 National Sovereignty and Children's Day : April 17
May 19 Atatürk Memorial, Youth and Sports Day: May 15
Kurban Bayramı: May 22 / May 23
July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day: July 10 / July 11
Republic Day: October 23
November Semester: November 6 / November 7
Kurban Bayramı: May 22 / May 23
July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day: July 10 / July 11
Republic Day: October 23
November Semester: November 6 / November 7
Day 1: Ankara – Thessaloniki
On the first day of our trip, we will depart from the front of the National Library at 13:30, from Ümitköy Bridge at 14:00 and from Eryaman Optimum front at 14:45, arriving in Edirne through Tekirdağ.
Day 2: Thessaloniki – Parga - Igoumenitsa
After customs and passport procedures, we enter Greece. Arriving in Thessaloniki via Dedeağaç, Gümülcüne, İskeçe. Then, we have a city tour of Thessaloniki. During our city tour, we will see places such as the waterfront, the White Tower, the Rotunda, Fair Square, Ottoman and Byzantine artifacts, and Saint Demetrius Cathedral, the largest cathedral in Greece, as well as the statue of Alexander the Great. At the end of our tour, we visit the house of our great leader Atatürk. After a short rest, we walk along the waterfront known for its cafes, tasting Greece's famous coffee, Frappe. After the city tour, we will have free time. We will meet at the time specified by the guide and move to Parga, the birthplace of Pargalı İbrahim Pasha, the Grand Vizier of Suleiman the Magnificent. We will do a panoramic city tour in Parga, which has preserved its narrow streets and Ottoman architecture to this day. After free time, we head to Igoumenitsa Harbor for our group’s reserved seats and depart at 23:30. Our night will be spent with a ferry ride.
Breakfast: Will be taken additionally at a rest stop in Kavala.
After customs and passport procedures, we enter Greece. Arriving in Thessaloniki via Dedeağaç, Gümülcüne, İskeçe. Then, we have a city tour of Thessaloniki. During our city tour, we will see places such as the waterfront, the White Tower, the Rotunda, Fair Square, Ottoman and Byzantine artifacts, and Saint Demetrius Cathedral, the largest cathedral in Greece, as well as the statue of Alexander the Great. At the end of our tour, we visit the house of our great leader Atatürk. After a short rest, we walk along the waterfront known for its cafes, tasting Greece's famous coffee, Frappe. After the city tour, we will have free time. We will meet at the time specified by the guide and move to Parga, the birthplace of Pargalı İbrahim Pasha, the Grand Vizier of Suleiman the Magnificent. We will do a panoramic city tour in Parga, which has preserved its narrow streets and Ottoman architecture to this day. After free time, we head to Igoumenitsa Harbor for our group’s reserved seats and depart at 23:30. Our night will be spent with a ferry ride.
Breakfast: Will be taken additionally at a rest stop in Kavala.
Lunch: Will be taken additionally during free time in Thessaloniki city center.
Dinner: Will be taken additionally during free time in Igoumenitsa.
Currencies: Greece - Euro
Currencies: Greece - Euro
Route: Istanbul-Kavala (445 km), Kavala – Thessaloniki (136 km) , Thessaloniki-Igoumenitsa(323km)
Total Distance to be Covered: 904 km
Day 3: Bari(Brindisi) – Naples – Rome
In the morning, we arrive in Bari or Brindisi at 09:30 local time, and then we head to Naples with our bus. After our arrival, we will conduct a panoramic city tour of Naples. During our city tour, we will see places such as Plebiscito Square, the Royal Palace built in the 17th century, Castel Nuovo (New Castle), the Basilica of San Francesco di Paola which was built inspired by San Pietro Square and Pantheon in Rome, the Galleria Umberto I filled with shops, the Teatro di San Carlo, built in 1737 and listed in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage, and Naples Harbor. After the tour and free time, we will move on to Italy's capital, Rome. We will check into our hotel, followed by free time. Overnight stay at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken additionally on the ship.
In the morning, we arrive in Bari or Brindisi at 09:30 local time, and then we head to Naples with our bus. After our arrival, we will conduct a panoramic city tour of Naples. During our city tour, we will see places such as Plebiscito Square, the Royal Palace built in the 17th century, Castel Nuovo (New Castle), the Basilica of San Francesco di Paola which was built inspired by San Pietro Square and Pantheon in Rome, the Galleria Umberto I filled with shops, the Teatro di San Carlo, built in 1737 and listed in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage, and Naples Harbor. After the tour and free time, we will move on to Italy's capital, Rome. We will check into our hotel, followed by free time. Overnight stay at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken additionally on the ship.
Lunch: Will be taken additionally during free time in Naples city center.
Dinner: Will be taken additionally during free time in Rome.
Currencies: Italy - Euro
Currencies: Italy - Euro
Route: Bari-Naples (265 km), Naples – Bari (225)
Total Distance to be Covered: 490 km
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated around 20:00 depending on traffic conditions
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated around 20:00 depending on traffic conditions
Day 4: Rome
After breakfast, we will conduct a City Introduction Tour of Rome. The places to be seen include; Vatican, considered as the center of Christianity, we will see Saint Peter's Basilica and the famous Venice Square designed by the famous architect Bernini. Next, we will visit the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Trajan's Forum, the Circus Maximus racecourse, Venice Square, where Mussolini addressed the public, the Vittoriano Monument, the Trevi Fountain, and the Spanish Steps. There will be free time in the city. Overnight at your hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel, and is included in the price.
After breakfast, we will conduct a City Introduction Tour of Rome. The places to be seen include; Vatican, considered as the center of Christianity, we will see Saint Peter's Basilica and the famous Venice Square designed by the famous architect Bernini. Next, we will visit the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Trajan's Forum, the Circus Maximus racecourse, Venice Square, where Mussolini addressed the public, the Vittoriano Monument, the Trevi Fountain, and the Spanish Steps. There will be free time in the city. Overnight at your hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel, and is included in the price.
Lunch: Will be taken additionally during free time in Rome city center.
Dinner: Will be taken additionally during free time in Rome.
Currencies: Italy - Euro
Currencies: Italy - Euro
Route: Rome (20 km)
Total Distance to be Covered: 20 km
Hotel Check-in Time: Depending on traffic conditions, approximately 20:00
Hotel Check-in Time: Depending on traffic conditions, approximately 20:00
Day 5: Rome – Siena - Florence
After breakfast, we set off towards Siena, known as a marvel of the Middle Ages. When we arrive at the world-famous Siena, known for its saddleless horse races called Palio, during our walking tour, you will truly feel transported back to the Middle Ages. Every point in Italy is unique, but you will never forget Siena. As we walk through its winding streets, we will reach Campo Square, where we will see Mangia Tower and Pubblico Palace. Right behind the square is Siena Cathedral, one of the buildings that you must see architecturally. After our walking tour, which will showcase this and many other works, we have free time, during which you can buy flags representing the neighborhoods of Siena or enjoy snacks in the cafes around the square. After free time, we head to Florence. After arriving, we will conduct a city tour in Florence. During this tour, we will see the Arno River, Ponte Vecchio Bridge, Uffizi Art Gallery, Baptistery of Saint John, Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, and Signoria Palace panoramically. After the tour, guests have free time to explore the city and do some shopping. Transfer to our hotel, room distribution, and overnight stay at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel, and is included in the price.
After breakfast, we set off towards Siena, known as a marvel of the Middle Ages. When we arrive at the world-famous Siena, known for its saddleless horse races called Palio, during our walking tour, you will truly feel transported back to the Middle Ages. Every point in Italy is unique, but you will never forget Siena. As we walk through its winding streets, we will reach Campo Square, where we will see Mangia Tower and Pubblico Palace. Right behind the square is Siena Cathedral, one of the buildings that you must see architecturally. After our walking tour, which will showcase this and many other works, we have free time, during which you can buy flags representing the neighborhoods of Siena or enjoy snacks in the cafes around the square. After free time, we head to Florence. After arriving, we will conduct a city tour in Florence. During this tour, we will see the Arno River, Ponte Vecchio Bridge, Uffizi Art Gallery, Baptistery of Saint John, Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, and Signoria Palace panoramically. After the tour, guests have free time to explore the city and do some shopping. Transfer to our hotel, room distribution, and overnight stay at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel, and is included in the price.
Lunch: Will be taken additionally during free time in Florence city center.
Dinner: Will be taken additionally during free time in Florence city center.
Currencies: Italy - Euro
Currencies: Italy - Euro
Route: Rome –Siena (239km) Siena- Florence (75km)
Total Distance to be Covered: 314 km
Hotel Check-in Time: Depending on traffic conditions, approximately 20:00
Hotel Check-in Time: Depending on traffic conditions, approximately 20:00
Day 6: Florence – Pisa – Serravalle Designer Outlet - Milan
After breakfast, we will set off with our special bus waiting for our group. First, we head to Pisa. We will see places such as Campo die miracoli (Dome Square) and the cylindrical Baptistery, known for its leaning bell tower. After visiting the Pisa Tower, we will visit the world-famous brands at Serravalle Designer Outlet. Following this, we will move to Milan, the city of Industry and Fashion. During our city tour in Milan, we will walk through the elegant streets to arrive at the famous Duomo Square. In the square, we will see Duomo Cathedral, one of the most important and architecturally magnificent works in Italy. We will conclude our time in Milan with shopping in the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele. After the tour and free time, we will transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel, and is included in the price.
After breakfast, we will set off with our special bus waiting for our group. First, we head to Pisa. We will see places such as Campo die miracoli (Dome Square) and the cylindrical Baptistery, known for its leaning bell tower. After visiting the Pisa Tower, we will visit the world-famous brands at Serravalle Designer Outlet. Following this, we will move to Milan, the city of Industry and Fashion. During our city tour in Milan, we will walk through the elegant streets to arrive at the famous Duomo Square. In the square, we will see Duomo Cathedral, one of the most important and architecturally magnificent works in Italy. We will conclude our time in Milan with shopping in the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele. After the tour and free time, we will transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel, and is included in the price.
Lunch: Will be taken additionally during free time in Pisa city center.
Dinner: Will be taken additionally during free time in Milan city center.
Currencies: Italy - Euro
Currencies: Italy - Euro
Route: Florence - Pisa (100km), Pisa – Milan(280km)
Total Distance to be Covered: 380 km
Hotel Check-in Time: Depending on traffic conditions, approximately 20:00
Hotel Check-in Time: Depending on traffic conditions, approximately 20:00
Day 7: Milan – Lake Como – Sirmione Garda – Venice
After breakfast, we will first head to Lake Como, a natural wonder located in the Lombardy region. We will arrive at Lake Como, which borders Switzerland. We will give free time along Lake Como, known to some as paradise due to its beauty, tranquility, and infinity where blue meets green. Guests who wish can enjoy a coffee while taking in the view, while others can explore by walking. After visiting Como, we head to Venice. Along the way, we will stop at Sirmione Garda Lake, famous for its natural beauty, and then continue to Venice. Upon arrival in Venice, we will walk towards San Marco Square to get to know Venice. Guests who confirm may take special water taxis to reach the historical San Marco Square, where we will see the square and the San Marco Cathedral, the Doge's Palace, Grand Canal, and the Rialto Bridge with our guide. After the tour and free time, we will transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel, and is included in the price.
After breakfast, we will first head to Lake Como, a natural wonder located in the Lombardy region. We will arrive at Lake Como, which borders Switzerland. We will give free time along Lake Como, known to some as paradise due to its beauty, tranquility, and infinity where blue meets green. Guests who wish can enjoy a coffee while taking in the view, while others can explore by walking. After visiting Como, we head to Venice. Along the way, we will stop at Sirmione Garda Lake, famous for its natural beauty, and then continue to Venice. Upon arrival in Venice, we will walk towards San Marco Square to get to know Venice. Guests who confirm may take special water taxis to reach the historical San Marco Square, where we will see the square and the San Marco Cathedral, the Doge's Palace, Grand Canal, and the Rialto Bridge with our guide. After the tour and free time, we will transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel, and is included in the price.
Lunch: Will be taken additionally during free time in Venice.
Dinner: Will be taken additionally during free time in Mestre city center.
Currencies: Italy - Euro
Route: Milan- Como (50km), Como – Mestre(305km)
Total Distance to be Covered: 355 km
Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 21:00 depending on traffic conditions
Day 8: Venice – Ljubljana - Belgrade
After breakfast, we will arrive in Ljubljana, Slovenia’s capital, awarded the 2016 European Green Capital. During our panoramic city tour, we will see Ljubljana River, the Parliament building, the University of Ljubljana, the Old Square, the Dragon Statue, Dragon Bridge, Tivoli Park, St. Nicholas Cathedral, and Preseren Square. After visiting the city, we will move on to Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, via Croatia, where we will stay at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel, and is included in the price.
After breakfast, we will arrive in Ljubljana, Slovenia’s capital, awarded the 2016 European Green Capital. During our panoramic city tour, we will see Ljubljana River, the Parliament building, the University of Ljubljana, the Old Square, the Dragon Statue, Dragon Bridge, Tivoli Park, St. Nicholas Cathedral, and Preseren Square. After visiting the city, we will move on to Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, via Croatia, where we will stay at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel, and is included in the price.
Lunch: Will be taken additionally during free time in Ljubljana.
Dinner: Will be taken additionally at a rest stop on the highway.
Currencies: Italy - Euro, Slovenia – Euro, Serbia - Dinar
Currencies: Italy - Euro, Slovenia – Euro, Serbia - Dinar
Route: Mestre- Ljubljana (230km), Ljubljana – Belgrade (530km)
Total Distance to be Covered: 760 km
Hotel Check-in Time:Estimated around 22:30 depending on customs crossing times
Hotel Check-in Time:Estimated around 22:30 depending on customs crossing times
Day 9: Belgrade - Sofia – Ankara
After breakfast, we will check out of the rooms and depart: We will arrive in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. After arriving, we will have a panoramic city tour of Sofia. During our visit, we will see St. Nedelya Church, Rotunda Church, Russian Church, Saint Sofia Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the Prime Ministry, Parliament, Sofia University, and Banya Bashi Mosque. After the bus journey, we will head back to Ankara and arrive there. Our tour ends. We hope to see you again in another tour organization. (Depending on customs crossing times, we may arrive late the next day.)
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel, and is included in the price.
After breakfast, we will check out of the rooms and depart: We will arrive in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. After arriving, we will have a panoramic city tour of Sofia. During our visit, we will see St. Nedelya Church, Rotunda Church, Russian Church, Saint Sofia Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the Prime Ministry, Parliament, Sofia University, and Banya Bashi Mosque. After the bus journey, we will head back to Ankara and arrive there. Our tour ends. We hope to see you again in another tour organization. (Depending on customs crossing times, we may arrive late the next day.)
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel, and is included in the price.
Lunch: Will be taken additionally during free time in Sofia.
Dinner: Will be taken additionally at a rest stop on the highway.
Currencies: Serbia – Dinar, Bulgaria - Lev
Currencies: Serbia – Dinar, Bulgaria - Lev
Route: Belgrade- Sofia (390km), Sofia – Istanbul (550km)
Total Distance to be Covered: 940 km
Istanbul Arrival Time:Estimated around 03:00 depending on customs crossing times
Total Distance to be Covered: 940 km
Istanbul Arrival Time:Estimated around 03:00 depending on customs crossing times
What's Included
*Comfortable transportation services by bus between Ankara – Thessaloniki – Igoumenitsa – Bari – Rome – Florence – Milan – Venice - Sofia - Ankara.
*City tours to be conducted in Rome – Florence – Venice – Thessaloniki – Belgrade - Sofia.
*2 Nights Bed & Breakfast accommodation in a 3* or 4* hotel in Rome.
*1 Night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in a 3* or 4* hotel in Florence (surroundings).
*1 Night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in a 3* or 4* hotel in Milan.
*1 Night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in a 3* or 4* hotel in Venice (surroundings).
*1 Night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in a 3* or 4* hotel in Belgrade.
*Parga Tour
*Naples Tour
*Siena Tour
*Pisa Tour
*Milano Tour
*Lake Como Tour
*Sirmione Garda Tour
*Ljubljana Tour
*Ferry ride between Igoumenitsa - Bari (Brindisi)
*Professional Turkish guiding services.
*Limited water service on board.
*All highway check-point and parking fees.
*Customs Taxes
*City tours to be conducted in Rome – Florence – Venice – Thessaloniki – Belgrade - Sofia.
*2 Nights Bed & Breakfast accommodation in a 3* or 4* hotel in Rome.
*1 Night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in a 3* or 4* hotel in Florence (surroundings).
*1 Night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in a 3* or 4* hotel in Milan.
*1 Night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in a 3* or 4* hotel in Venice (surroundings).
*1 Night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in a 3* or 4* hotel in Belgrade.
*Parga Tour
*Naples Tour
*Siena Tour
*Pisa Tour
*Milano Tour
*Lake Como Tour
*Sirmione Garda Tour
*Ljubljana Tour
*Ferry ride between Igoumenitsa - Bari (Brindisi)
*Professional Turkish guiding services.
*Limited water service on board.
*All highway check-point and parking fees.
*Customs Taxes
Not Included
*Visa fee and service charge (Multiple-entry Schengen Visa)
*Tours organized by the guide
*City Accommodation Taxes, Italy Headphone Service, Venice Entrance Fee (50 EUR per person, paid to the guide during the tour)
*Entrance fees to museums, archaeological sites, etc.
*Foreign departure tax
*Travel Health Insurance
*Lunch and Dinner
*Vaporetto fee (round trip 15 EUR)
*Extra tours organized by the guide
*All personal expenses,
*Optional driver tips
- All participating guests must hold a valid Multi-Entry Schengen visa for the entire duration of the tour. (Green passport holders are exempt from this requirement.)
- To enable shopping and expenses in all countries included in the program during the tour, it is sufficient to have Euros. In regions where local currency is used, the guide will assist with currency exchange.
- Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers should be preferred during the trip. It is advisable to bring a sweater or similar clothing for the evening.
- On our tours, seat rotation is applied daily in the seating plan; therefore, fixed seats and front-seat guarantees cannot be provided. Seat changes are organized by the vehicle guide.
- When entering Turkey from abroad, there is a mandatory minimum stay of 3 days to bring goods (alcohol, tobacco, etc.).
- Duty-free shopping limit when entering Turkey from abroad: Cigarettes: 3 cartons, Alcoholic Beverages: 1 liter of spirits (excluding alcoholic beverages containing more than 22% alcohol, wine, and champagne), Alcoholic Beverages: 2 liters of spirits (including alcoholic beverages containing less than 22% alcohol, wine, and champagne), Perfume: 600 ml, Makeup or Skin Care Products: 5 items, Chocolate and Sweets: 2 kg, Coffee: 1 kg, Tea: 1 kg
- Guides may make changes to the itinerary based on weather and road conditions, while ensuring that all locations specified in the program are visited.
- Guests who register for the tour have the right to cancel free of charge up to 30 days before the departure date. If cancellation occurs less than 30 days before the tour date, a 30% penalty applies; if less than 20 days remain, a 100% penalty applies. Documents such as hospital reports from Turkish authorities or work permission letters submitted with a participant's cancellation request are unfortunately not accepted for refunds regarding cancellations of hotels or services outside Turkey.
- Our tour programs are organized subject to a minimum participation of 25 people. If sufficient participation is not achieved, the final cancellation notification date is 20 days before the tour departure. Tours cancelled due to insufficient participation will be notified by Viyatravel.
- In cases where the tour program provides only category information without specifying names and/or offers options for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be notified by Viyatravel 2 days prior to the tour departure.
- During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be located at distances greater than the specified kilometers. In such cases, information will be provided by Viyatravel 15 days before the tour departure date.
- Triple rooms are subject to hotel availability; in these rooms, the third bed is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed plus 1 extra bed. Since extra beds are foldable or coach-style beds, participants booking triple rooms for the 3rd person and/or children are deemed to have accepted any potential crowding in the room and the type of bed.
- Breakfasts included in the tour package are served according to the breakfast culture of the country visited, typically as a limited continental menu consisting of butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee, and may be served in a separate hall assigned to the group.
- Panoramic city tours included in the tour package are short tours (maximum 2–3 hours) designed for general city introduction, conducted from the vehicle with guide commentary, and do not include entry to museums or historical sites. Viyatravel is not responsible for the inability to conduct these panoramic tours (or other scheduled tours) if they are prohibited by local authorities on the day and time of the tour, closed due to events, inaccessible due to road closures, or impossible due to weather conditions. Some tours may be conducted via public transport or on foot where road access for vehicles is restricted, depending on available facilities.
- Waiting times at border crossings reached by road during travel may exceed standard limits; Viyatravel cannot be held liable for any negative consequences arising from such waiting times.
- Optional excursions are organized by the local Viyatravel partner subject to a minimum participation of 20 people. If sufficient numbers are not met, excursions may not take place, or optional excursion prices, content, and vehicles used may vary based on the number of participants. Additionally, the days and times of excursions may be changed by the guide depending on the opening/closing status of museums and historical sites at the destinations and weather conditions.
- Optional excursions are voluntary and not mandatory. Passengers who choose not to participate in optional excursions arranged during the tour are deemed to have agreed to wait at a suitable rest facility along the route. These passengers will be dropped off at the roadside rest facility before the optional tour begins and picked up from the same location after the main tour is completed.
- Check-in and boarding procedures for flights are personal tasks required of each guest. These must be completed by the guest either at airline counters at the airport before the flight or online via the airline’s website.
- Viyatravel is not responsible for guests failing to board their flights due to not arriving at the designated airport at the specified time, failing to complete check-in and boarding procedures on time, or completing these procedures but not boarding the aircraft. All costs associated with new round-trip flight tickets and transfers to/from the destination region for passengers who miss their flights are borne by the passengers themselves.
- Viyatravel acts as an intermediary between the passenger and the airline and is subject to the Hague Protocol of September 28, 1955. There may be risks of delays in scheduled and special flights, or flight times may change prior to the current tour and flight. Viyatravel is obligated to notify passengers of such changes as soon as possible. By purchasing the tour, the passenger accepts the risk of schedule changes. Children aged 0–2 years are exempt from paying airport taxes and service fees.
- The types of vehicles used in our tours are classified according to the number of passengers as follows. The specific vehicle type for each tour is determined based on the number of participants:
Buses: (Used for groups of 25–46 people) *Mercedes Travego/Tourismo *NEOPLAN Cityliner/Tourliner - *Temsa Safir/Maraton *Man Fortuna
Midibuses: (Used for groups of 17–24 people) *Isuzu Turkuaz, *Otokar Mega
Minibuses: (Used for groups of up to 16 people) *Vw Volt, *Mercedes Sprinter
- All guests are deemed to have accepted the above terms upon completing the tour purchase.
- To enable shopping and expenses in all countries included in the program during the tour, it is sufficient to have Euros. In regions where local currency is used, the guide will assist with currency exchange.
- Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers should be preferred during the trip. It is advisable to bring a sweater or similar clothing for the evening.
- On our tours, seat rotation is applied daily in the seating plan; therefore, fixed seats and front-seat guarantees cannot be provided. Seat changes are organized by the vehicle guide.
- When entering Turkey from abroad, there is a mandatory minimum stay of 3 days to bring goods (alcohol, tobacco, etc.).
- Duty-free shopping limit when entering Turkey from abroad: Cigarettes: 3 cartons, Alcoholic Beverages: 1 liter of spirits (excluding alcoholic beverages containing more than 22% alcohol, wine, and champagne), Alcoholic Beverages: 2 liters of spirits (including alcoholic beverages containing less than 22% alcohol, wine, and champagne), Perfume: 600 ml, Makeup or Skin Care Products: 5 items, Chocolate and Sweets: 2 kg, Coffee: 1 kg, Tea: 1 kg
- Guides may make changes to the itinerary based on weather and road conditions, while ensuring that all locations specified in the program are visited.
- Guests who register for the tour have the right to cancel free of charge up to 30 days before the departure date. If cancellation occurs less than 30 days before the tour date, a 30% penalty applies; if less than 20 days remain, a 100% penalty applies. Documents such as hospital reports from Turkish authorities or work permission letters submitted with a participant's cancellation request are unfortunately not accepted for refunds regarding cancellations of hotels or services outside Turkey.
- Our tour programs are organized subject to a minimum participation of 25 people. If sufficient participation is not achieved, the final cancellation notification date is 20 days before the tour departure. Tours cancelled due to insufficient participation will be notified by Viyatravel.
- In cases where the tour program provides only category information without specifying names and/or offers options for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be notified by Viyatravel 2 days prior to the tour departure.
- During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be located at distances greater than the specified kilometers. In such cases, information will be provided by Viyatravel 15 days before the tour departure date.
- Triple rooms are subject to hotel availability; in these rooms, the third bed is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed plus 1 extra bed. Since extra beds are foldable or coach-style beds, participants booking triple rooms for the 3rd person and/or children are deemed to have accepted any potential crowding in the room and the type of bed.
- Breakfasts included in the tour package are served according to the breakfast culture of the country visited, typically as a limited continental menu consisting of butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee, and may be served in a separate hall assigned to the group.
- Panoramic city tours included in the tour package are short tours (maximum 2–3 hours) designed for general city introduction, conducted from the vehicle with guide commentary, and do not include entry to museums or historical sites. Viyatravel is not responsible for the inability to conduct these panoramic tours (or other scheduled tours) if they are prohibited by local authorities on the day and time of the tour, closed due to events, inaccessible due to road closures, or impossible due to weather conditions. Some tours may be conducted via public transport or on foot where road access for vehicles is restricted, depending on available facilities.
- Waiting times at border crossings reached by road during travel may exceed standard limits; Viyatravel cannot be held liable for any negative consequences arising from such waiting times.
- Optional excursions are organized by the local Viyatravel partner subject to a minimum participation of 20 people. If sufficient numbers are not met, excursions may not take place, or optional excursion prices, content, and vehicles used may vary based on the number of participants. Additionally, the days and times of excursions may be changed by the guide depending on the opening/closing status of museums and historical sites at the destinations and weather conditions.
- Optional excursions are voluntary and not mandatory. Passengers who choose not to participate in optional excursions arranged during the tour are deemed to have agreed to wait at a suitable rest facility along the route. These passengers will be dropped off at the roadside rest facility before the optional tour begins and picked up from the same location after the main tour is completed.
- Check-in and boarding procedures for flights are personal tasks required of each guest. These must be completed by the guest either at airline counters at the airport before the flight or online via the airline’s website.
- Viyatravel is not responsible for guests failing to board their flights due to not arriving at the designated airport at the specified time, failing to complete check-in and boarding procedures on time, or completing these procedures but not boarding the aircraft. All costs associated with new round-trip flight tickets and transfers to/from the destination region for passengers who miss their flights are borne by the passengers themselves.
- Viyatravel acts as an intermediary between the passenger and the airline and is subject to the Hague Protocol of September 28, 1955. There may be risks of delays in scheduled and special flights, or flight times may change prior to the current tour and flight. Viyatravel is obligated to notify passengers of such changes as soon as possible. By purchasing the tour, the passenger accepts the risk of schedule changes. Children aged 0–2 years are exempt from paying airport taxes and service fees.
- The types of vehicles used in our tours are classified according to the number of passengers as follows. The specific vehicle type for each tour is determined based on the number of participants:
Buses: (Used for groups of 25–46 people) *Mercedes Travego/Tourismo *NEOPLAN Cityliner/Tourliner - *Temsa Safir/Maraton *Man Fortuna
Midibuses: (Used for groups of 17–24 people) *Isuzu Turkuaz, *Otokar Mega
Minibuses: (Used for groups of up to 16 people) *Vw Volt, *Mercedes Sprinter
- All guests are deemed to have accepted the above terms upon completing the tour purchase.