Heart of Tuscany & Pearls of Italy with Turkish Airlines: 4 Nights, 5 Days in Summer (BLQ-BLQ)
Tour Detail
Day 1: Istanbul – Bologna - Florence
After meeting at the Istanbul Airport International Terminal, we depart for Bologna at 07:50 on Turkish Airlines' scheduled flight TK1321. Upon arrival in Bologna at 09:30 local time, we begin our panoramic city tour with our private vehicle. During the tour, Piazza Maggiore, San Petronio Basilica, Neptune Fountain, Asinelli and Garisenda Towers, Via Rizzoli, and Bologna's characteristic arcaded streets are among the places to be seen. After the tour, we proceed to Florence. Upon arrival, we begin our panoramic city tour of Florence. During this tour in Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance and one of the world's most important art cities, Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral (Duomo), Giotto's Bell Tower, San Giovanni Baptistery, Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, Uffizi Gallery surroundings, Arno River, and Ponte Vecchio are among the places to be seen. After the panoramic city tour, there is free time. Guests who wish may join the Florence Masterpieces Tour organized as an extra by our guide. After the tour, we head to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Extra Tour: Florence Masterpieces Tour Per Person: 50 Euro
We begin our tour to discover Florence's unique spots that we did not see during the panoramic city tour. First, we go up to Piazzale Michelangelo, which offers one of Florence's most impressive views, and enjoy the city's unique panoramic scenery. Then, we see Santa Croce Basilica and Square, one of Florence's important religious and historical structures. Continuing our tour, we explore Santa Maria Novella Square and Basilica, one of the city's historic squares, and Palazzo Pitti and its surroundings, one of the Medici family's most important buildings in Florence. Then, we see the Oltrarno District and Piazza Santo Spirito, located on the other side of the Arno River, reflecting a more local atmosphere of Florence.
Day 2: Florence
After breakfast in the morning, there is free time all day. Guests who wish may join the Pisa & Lucca Tour organized as an extra by our guide. After the tour, we head to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Extra Tour: Pisa & Lucca Tour Per Person: 70 Euro
In our tour, we first head to Pisa, one of the world-famous cities of the Tuscany region. Among the places to be seen are Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles), listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, Pisa Cathedral, and the Baptistery. After our free time, we head to Lucca, known for its historic walls and medieval character. In Lucca, Piazza dell'Anfiteatro, San Martino Cathedral, Via Fillungo, and the historic city walls are among the main places to be seen. After the tour, we return to Florence.
Day 3: Florence – Siena – San Gimignano – Bologna
After breakfast in the morning, check-out and free time. Guests who wish may join the Pearls of Tuscany – Siena & San Gimignano Tour organized as an extra by our guide. After the tour, we head to Bologna. Upon arrival, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Extra Tour: Pearls of Tuscany – Siena & San Gimignano Tour Per Person: 75 Euro
Along with Tuscany's unique rural landscapes, we first head to Siena, which has preserved its medieval atmosphere until today. During the city tour, Piazza del Campo, one of the world's most famous squares, Palazzo Pubblico, Torre del Mangia, and Siena Cathedral are among the places to be seen. After our free time, we head to San Gimignano, one of Tuscany's most characteristic towns. In this town, famous for its historic towers and listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, Piazza della Cisterna, Piazza del Duomo, and historic towers dating back to the Middle Ages are among the places to be seen. After the tour, we head to Bologna.
Day 4: Bologna
After breakfast in the morning, there is free time all day. Guests who wish may join the Modena & Parma – Italy's Taste Route Tour organized as an extra by our guide. After the tour, we head to our hotel in Bologna. Overnight at our hotel.
Extra Tour: Modena & Parma – Italy's Taste Route Tour Per Person: 70 Euro
In our tour, we first head to Modena, a gastronomy and culture center of the Emilia-Romagna region. Among the places to be seen are Piazza Grande, listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, Modena Cathedral, Ghirlandina Tower, and the surroundings of Palazzo Ducale. Modena is also known as the homeland of the world-famous traditional balsamic vinegar. After our free time, we head to Parma, named after the world-famous Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. During the tour, Piazza Duomo, Parma Cathedral, the Baptistery, Teatro Regio, and the historic city center are among the places to be seen. After free time, we return to Bologna.
Day 5: Bologna – Ferrara – Istanbul
After breakfast in the morning, check-out and free time until the flight time. Guests who wish may join the Ferrara – City of the Renaissance Tour organized as an extra by our guide. After the tour, we head to Bologna Airport. After baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul at 19:20 on Turkish Airlines' scheduled flight TK1326. With our arrival in Istanbul at 23:00 Turkey time, our tour and services come to an end.
(For the tour departing on 14.07.2027, the Return Flight is TK1324 at 15:25)
Extra Tour: Ferrara – City of the Renaissance Tour Per Person: 50 Euro
We head to Ferrara, an important cultural center of the Renaissance period and listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. In the city, which has preserved its historic fabric until today, Estense Castle, Ferrara Cathedral, Piazza Trento e Trieste, Palazzo dei Diamanti, and the historic city center are among the places to be seen. After the free time given in the city center, we head to Bologna Airport.
Extra Tour Sales Price
Florence Masterpieces 50 €
Pisa & Lucca 70 €
Pearls of Tuscany – Siena & San Gimignano 75 €
Modena & Parma – Italy's Taste Route 70 €
Ferrara – City of the Renaissance 50 €
Total 315 €
%15 Discounted Full Package 270 €
Important Information
*The %15 Full Package discount is valid only when all extra tours are purchased as a package.
*Extra tours can be purchased from our sales offices before the start of the tour or through our regional guides during the tour.
*Since operational planning and reservations are made in advance, cancellations, changes, or refunds cannot be made for purchased extra tours.
*Guests not participating in extra tours may be left at a suitable rest facility, gas station, shopping mall, or a safe point determined by the guide, depending on the tour operation. At the end of the tour, they are picked up from the same point and re-included in the group.
*The order, content, and visiting hours of extra tour programs may be changed by the guide depending on weather conditions, official authority practices, and operational requirements.
*A sufficient number of participants is required for extra tours to take place. If sufficient participation is not achieved, the tour may be cancelled or an alternative program may be applied.
Departure Date Flight Code Departure Route Departure Time Return Date Flight Code Return Route Return Time
30.06.2027 TK1321 IST BLQ 07:50 09:30 04.07.2027 TK1326 BLQ IST 19:20 23:00
07.07.2027 TK1321 IST BLQ 07:50 09:30 11.07.2027 TK1326 BLQ IST 19:20 23:00
14.07.2027 TK1321 IST BLQ 07:50 09:30 18.07.2027 TK1324 BLQ IST 15:25 19:05
21.07.2027 TK1321 IST BLQ 07:50 09:30 25.07.2027 TK1326 BLQ IST 19:20 23:00
What's Included
Services Included in the Tour Price:
· Round-trip economy class air tickets between Istanbul and Bologna / Bologna and Istanbul with Turkish Airlines
· Airport taxes
· Bologna Panoramic City Tour
· 4 Nights Accommodation Service: 2 nights in Florence, 2 nights in Bologna, at 3* and 4* hotels located 20-40 km from the city center, including room and breakfast
· Professional Turkish-speaking guide service
· Transportation via luxury vehicles
Not Included
Services Not Included in the Tour Price:
Foreign Departure Stamp
Visa Service
Private Travel Health Insurance
All Personal Expenses
All Extra Services at Hotels
Hotel Taxes (City tax, checkpoint fees, Vaporetto fee, local guide fees, local service charges, Venice City Tax, handling fee, bus entry fees, and a mandatory per-person payment of 75 Euro covering operational service costs, which will be collected in cash by the guide prior to the tour departure)