October 29 Special Sivas, Malatya, Divriği Great Mosque Tour
A different and unique tour ROUTE from Pikola…. Sivas, where the foundations of the Republic were laid and which was shaped by Seljuk and Ottoman cultures, the famous Divriği Grand Mosque and Hospital, one of the masterpieces of 13th-century Seljuk architecture commissioned by Mengücekoğlu Ahmet Shah, Lake Gökpınar, which we think will enchant you with its turquoise color, Arapgir, famous for Millet Han, Mirliva Ahmet Pasha Mosque and purple basil, Onar Village, home to the largest and oldest cemevi in Anatolia, Malatya's gem nổi nổiing in nature and faith tourism Darende, which has hosted many civilizations throughout history and was founded along the Silk and Royal Roads, Malatya...
- Our tour lasts 3 DAYS, consisting of 1 night of travel by vehicle and 1 night of hotel accommodation.
- 1 Night at a Hotel, 2 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner, Guiding, Transportation, and TÜRSAB Insurance are included in the tour price.
- If sufficient participation is not achieved, TOUR CANCELLATION 7 DAYS IN ADVANCE participants will be informed.
- The seating plan is arranged by our agency, and SEATS ARE NOT GUARANTEED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
- The seating plan is arranged according to the order of reservation.
- Payments may be made by EFT, Mail Order, credit card, or cash 7 days before the tour date.
- Due to force majeure circumstances (weather, road conditions, traffic, etc.), our guide may make changes to the course of the tour.
- Our agency is not responsible for places that cannot be visited due to failure to comply with the stated times.
- Since the climate of Central Anatolia and Eastern Anatolia is continental, and temperatures are variable, we remind you to bring suitable clothing.
- Please do not forget that it will be warm during the day and cool in the evenings.
- Do not forget to bring comfortable walking shoes, a raincoat, an umbrella, sunglasses, and your medications.
- A MUSEUM CARD is valid in all museums affiliated with the Ministry of Tourism.
- For a Museum Card, you can apply through E-GOVERNMENT and https://muze.gov.tr/.
- Ministry of Tourism museums are FREE OF CHARGE for teachers who present their identification.
- Museum admission for guests with a disability card, those under 18, and those over 65 is FREE OF CHARGE.
- A 4-day TÜRSAB Travel Insurance policy is provided for all our guests by us, limited to the tour fee.
- Our tour vehicle is a 46 / 51 / 54-passenger vehicle, depending on the number of participants.
DEAR GUESTS, TO AVOID ANY INCONVENIENCE, WE KINDLY ASK YOU TO CAREFULLY READ THE ''SERVICES INCLUDED/NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE” SECTIONS.
With our valued participants
Giresun At 00:30, we meet at Alman Çeşmesi, Gemiler Çekeği, Atapark, the Governor’s Office, Boz Tekke, and the University stop,
Ordu At 01:30, we meet in front of the Russian Market, Cable Car, Ordu Municipality, and the Old Ordu Bus Terminal, and begin our overnight journey.
In the morning, we arrive in SIVAS , the epic city of Anatolia written in stone. (Extra) After having breakfast, accompanied by our guide, we listen to the history of Kale Mosque, built in 1580 by Ali Bey, the Governor of Sivas and vizier of Murad III; Buruciye Madrasa, built in 1271–72 by Muzaffer Burcuverdi; and the Double Minaret Madrasa, built in the same period by the Ilkhanid vizier Sahip Şemseddin Mehmet Cüveyri, in the city square. Following a tea break, we photograph the magnificent Crown Gate of the Şifaiye Madrasa and Hospital, built by Kaykaus I, then visit the Atatürk Congress Building and relive the excitement of the past in this historic place where the first steps toward the Republic were taken. After the free time we will provide, we set off once again for GÖKPINAR LAKE . After listening to our guide describe Gökpınar Lake, one of Turkey’s rare beauties with its pristine, crystal-clear water, from which it takes its name, its color changing according to the angle of the sun, and its rich flora and fauna, we leave you to enjoy this natural beauty. After photographing this beauty, which will delight the eyes with its postcard-like scenery, we set off towards DARENDE SOMUNCU BABA TOMB . After our first visit to the Somuncu Baba Tomb, we visit Tohma Canyon and Tohma River, the Kudret Pools, the Fish Pool, and the Fish Wells, and after a short walk, arrive at our hotel in Malatya. Accommodation and Dinner ANEMON MALATYA HOTEL
After the breakfast we will have at our hotel, MALATYA city tour begins. At the first stop of our journey, we take a short break at Şire Market for apricot shopping. At the end of the break, we reach (Battalgazi) Old Malatya. After seeing the Silahtar Mustafa Pasha Caravanserai and the Roman Walls in Battalgazi, we reach ONAR VILLAGE, home to one of the oldest cemevis in our country. We will visit the 800-year-old Hasan Onar Tomb and the historic cemevi. After chatting with the villagers, Mor Reyhanisi famed for its ARAPGIR, we continue on our way. In the Arapgir district, which stands out with its historic texture, we walk through streets dating back to the Ottoman period and take a Reyhani tea break at Millet Han, one of Arapgir’s most important landmarks. Then, after seeing the Mirliva Ahmet Bey Mosque, an extraordinary stop where stone, faith, and the art of wisdom intertwine, DIVRIĞİ GRAND MOSQUE AND HOSPITAL awaits you. While discovering this magnificent monument, built in the 13th century and patiently crafted stitch by stitch in stone, with a different prayer hidden in each column and humanity’s view of the universe concealed in every motif, through our guide’s narration, we feel as if the stone itself is breathing. After the break we will take at the Arasta in Divriği, we begin our return journey. Between 01:00 and 03:00 at night, we drop you off at the points where we picked you up and bid you farewell until another PIKOLA TOUR trip…
- Transportation by Large Bus
- 1 Night ANEMON MALATYA Accommodation
- 1 Breakfast at the Hotel
- 1 Dinner at the Hotel
- Professional Guide Service
- Onboard Refreshments
- Local Refreshments
- Parking and National Park Fees
- TÜRSAB Domestic Travel Insurance
- All Excursions Specified in the Program
- Our Agency's Friendly Service and Assistance
- Breakfast to be purchased on the first day
- Museum Entrance Fees
- All Lunches and Drinks
- Personal Expenses
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Season-appropriate clothing (Cool mornings and evenings, daytime may be mild)
- Light jacket or cardigan
- Sunglasses & hat
- Small backpack (Ideal for day trips)
- Camera / phone + power bank
- Personal medications and hygiene products
- Sunscreen
- Hat / bandana
- Cash (For small purchases and village visits)
- Umbrella or raincoat
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