Itinerary
- Istanbul: Pick up from your hotel after breakfast.
Drive to Iznik (Nicea). - Iznik: Iznik (Nicea), a little town set beside a picturesque lake, historically famous for hosting the First Ecumenical Council of the church at the Council of Nicaea in 325 AD. Upon arrival, visit the Old City Walls from Roman and Byzantine periods, the Green Mosque, beautifully decorated in light blue ceramics and built by the Ottomans.
- Iznik Ayasofya (Orhan Cami): Then proceed to the remains of the St. Sophia Church, the site of the Second Council of Nicea in 787, and see the remains of the mosaic floor and frescoes.
- Iznik Golu: Following a lunch break by the lake, visit the Iznik porcelain workshops to see how the world famous Iznik tiles and other ceramics are traditionally crafted.
- Istanbul: Return drive to Istanbul and drop off at your hotel.
Includes
- Transportation in comfortable air-conditioned and non-smoking vehicles
- Private Professional Licenced Tour Guide
- Parking Fees for all the sights
- Private Professional Driver
- Personal expenses
- Extra food & drinks
- Entrance Fees
Details
Explore the main highlights of Iznik town, once ancient Nicea, famous as the host of the 1st & 2nd Ecumenical Councils of Christendom…
Know Before You Go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
