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FORMULA 1 TURKISH GRAND PRIX ISTANBUL 2010::: Race Day : 30/ 05 / 2010
6 DAYS ISTANBUL FORMULA 1 TOUR


6 DAYS F1 GRAND PRIX ISTANBUL TOUR SUMMERY


Welcome to Istanbul F1!


Experience a full weekend of action-packed formula 1 racing at Istanbul Park. Enjoy exceptional hospitality in a city that does not sleep but is full in abundance with culture, history and modernism. This tour includes return airport transfers and racetrack transfer services. Take the opportunity to explore the European Capital of Culture for 2010 and experience a full day of world-class Grand Prix championship action.

 

6 DAYS F1 GRAND PRIX ISTANBUL TOUR ITINERARY


Day 1 - Friday 28th May 2010 Istanbul Arrival

Welcome to Turkey! Today is your arrival day. Airport transfers are available from Ataturk International Airport during the hours of 8:00am til 11:00pm. Transfers will be made to your hotel where you will be met by your tour guide and will be checked into your hotel in Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2 - Sunday 30th May 2010 Istanbul Grand Prix
( Breakfast included)
Today we depart at 09:00 for the Istanbul city tour. We will begin with the ancient Hippodrome, which was the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments: the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine. We will then continue with Sultanahmet Mosque across from St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet. It is also known as the Blue Mosque because of its magnificent interior decorated with blue Iznik tiles, we then head to our last stop which is the famous Hagia Sophia. This ancient basilica, built by Constantine the Great in the 4th century and reconstructed by Justinian in the 6th century, is one of the architectural marvels of all time.
After we will make a shopping stop where you will have the opportunity to see some of the ancient arts of Turkey like carpet weaving, leather manufacturing and jewellery. As this will be a guided tour, you will avoid being hassled which will enable you enjoy the shopping experience whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen.
After the tour you have the opportunity to experience the Bosphorus by cruising on the boat which is one of our optional activities. You will have the chance to enjoy magnificent views of Bosphorus which is connecting Asia to Europe. The rest of the evening is yours to enjoy Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 3 - Sunday 30th May 2010 Istanbul Grand Prix
(Race Tickets not included) View Race Tickets
( Breakfast included)
First day of racing and Qualifying.
You will be escorted to the event by private air-conditioned bus. At the end of the day, you will be collected by private air-conditioned bus and returned to the hotel. Pickup location from the carpark at Istanbul Park complex. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 4 - Sunday 30th May 2010 Istanbul Grand Prix
(Race Tickets not included) View Race Tickets
( Breakfast included)
Second day of racing and Qualifying.
You will be escorted to the event by private air-conditioned bus. At the end of the day, you will be collected by private air-conditioned bus and returned to the hotel. Pickup location from the carpark at Istanbul Park complex. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 5 - Sunday 30th May 2010 Istanbul Grand Prix
(Race Tickets not included) View Race Tickets
( Breakfast included)
You will be escorted to the event by private air-conditioned bus. At the end of the day, you will be collected by private air-conditioned bus and returned to the hotel. Pickup location from the carpark at Istanbul Park complex. Overnight in Istanbul. For those leaving us early, airport transfers will be running Sunday evening.

Day 6 - Monday 31st May 2010 Departures
(Breakfast included)
We hope your tour was a memorable one and we would like to see you in the future in one of our tours again. After breakfast you will check out from the hotel. We make your return airport transfer services. Have a nice trip back home and thanks for choosing TravelShop Turkey.

Per person
Shared Double
Single
3 Star Hotel € 389.00 € 485.00
4 Star Hotel € 475.00 € 655.00
5 Star Hotel € 749.00 € 1 060.00

6 DAYS F1 GRAND PRIX ISTANBUL TOUR INCLUDES
  • 5 Breakfasts
  • 5 nights hotel in Istanbul
  • 1 Fully guided Istanbul city tour
  • Private air-conditioned buses
  • Professional English speaking tour guide
  • All entrance fees mentioned in Itinerary
  • Return airport transfers


Per person
Shared Double
Single
3 Star Hotel € 389.00 € 485.00
4 Star Hotel € 475.00 € 655.00
5 Star Hotel € 749.00 € 1 060.00


Welcome to the Istanbul Formula One Grand Prix!

TravelShop Turkey is here to help you with your accommodation needs during the 2010 Formula One Grand Prix.

We can arrange 3 star, 4 star, 5 star or Boutique Hotel accommodation.

During this Formula One period, the cost of accommodation throughout Istanbul is increased.

We recommend you book as early as possible in order to get the best prices.

If you would like us to book your accommodation for you, we are happy to do so.

We can recommend you the most suitable Hotels in Istanbul and fit you with Hotels that have the facilities and location that you want.

We have a selection of Hotels on our website, please take a look. Let us know, we will check availability for you.

Giving us the responsibility to book your accommodation will take the stress away from your planning.

You will be under the TravelShop Turkey guarantee of superb service.

We have all the answers to your questions. Please contact us, we are happy to help!

TravelShop Turkey is looking forward to seeing you in Turkey and providing you with Formula One TravelShop Turkey service!

F1 GRAND PRIX ISTANBUL EXTRA ACCOMMODATION PRICES IN EURO


Per person
Shared Double
Single
3 Star Hotel € 40.00 € 60.00
4 Star Hotel € 60.00 € 120.00
5 Star Hotel € 90.00 € 150.00

ISTANBUL NOTE:
Each evening in Istanbul is your free evening to enjoy as you wish. We have many additional activities on offer that are optional to you. These include Traditional Turkish Night, Turkish Bath, and Bosphorus Dinner Cruises. To enquire, please contact our TravelShop Turkey staff.

SHORT TURKEY TRIP NOTE:
If you have free time in Turkey and wish to extend your travels on a blue cruise or to visit locations like Cappadocia, Bodrum, Antalya, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Kusadasi, Gallipoli and Troy (and many other locations all over Turkey), we have many tours available by plane and by bus. These tours depart every day from Istanbul. To enquire, please visit our Daily Tours section or contact our TravelShop Turkey staff.

OFFICE LOCATIONS:
If you are looking for a local agency in your area to book this tour, please inform us so we can pass you our local agency contact details. We have representative agencies working for us worldwide. Forward us your contact details today so we can assist you with our nearest local agency.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS:
Early birds discounts are available on some scheduled guided group tours, for prices listed on our website:

10 months in advance, you will be entitled to 20% discount
8 months in advance, you will be entitled to 15% discount
6 months in advance, you will be entitled to 10% discount
4 months in advance, you will be entitled to 5% discount

To check out on which tours these discounts apply to, check our prices section on the website. Note that we must receive your booking form and 25% deposit in order to secure your discounted rate. The remaining balance of your tour must be paid a minimum of 4 weeks before your tour start date.