Itinerary – Fishaways Franchisee Incentive Trip

Itinerary

DAY 1: WEDNESDAY, 13 SEPTEMBER 2023

Domestic flights from regions to arrive at O.R. Tambo International Airport.

19h30
Meet your hosts at the Emirates Airlines Check-in Counters at O.R. Tambo International Airport Terminal B. Your flight departs at 22h20 via Dubai for Istanbul.

DAY 2: THURSDAY, 14 SEPTEMBER 2023

08h20
Arrive in Dubai and remain in transit.

10h45
Depart Dubai for Istanbul.

14h25
On arrival at Istanbul International Airport, you will be met by a local representative bearing Fishaways signage and escorted to the waiting coach for your transfer to the hotel.

On arrival at the hotel, check in, before enjoying some time at leisure to freshen up and relax.

Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant this evening.

Overnight: The Artisan Istanbul MGallery Hotel

DAY 3: FRIDAY, 15 SEPTEMBER 2023

Breakfast is served at the hotel.

Awaken the senses with a culinary walking tour on Istiklal Street.

In the afternoon, explore Istanbul’s latest fashion, art and history with a walking tour around Galata quarter followed by some free time for shopping.

Return to the hotel for some time at leisure and to freshen up for dinner.

Dinner is at a Flower Market restaurant this evening.

Overnight: The Artisan Istanbul MGallery Hotel

DAY 4: SATURDAY, 16 SEPTEMBER 2023

After enjoying a hearty breakfast at the hotel this morning, we spend the morning at two iconic must-see landmarks in Istanbul, The Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.

Enjoy lunch at an authentic Turkish restaurant and then a walking tour including a visit to the Grand Bazaar and some local markets.

Return to the hotel late afternoon where the remainder of the evening is at leisure.

Overnight: The Artisan Istanbul MGallery Hotel

DAY 5: SUNDAY, 17 SEPTEMBER 2023

Breakfast is served at the hotel.

Enjoy your pre-selected activity:

• Visit Topkapi Palace and Spice Market
• Turkish Marbling Workshop
• Live like a local on the Asian side of the Bosphorus

Enjoy lunch on the iconic Galata Bridge before an afternoon visit to the most famous Turkish Baklava shop in Galata Port.

Tonight’s farewell dinner is on a private Yacht. Enjoy the luxury of dining on the water where you can see the city from a different angle.

Overnight: The Artisan Istanbul MGallery Hotel

DAY 6: MONDAY, 18 SEPTEMBER 2023

Enjoy breakfast served at the hotel.

Check out of the hotel and settle any additional extras which you may have incurred during your stay.

The full day is at leisure to explore all that Istanbul has to offer. Please feel free to pass the Fishaways hospitality desk should you require any assistance.

Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Johannesburg, via Dubai.

19h25
Flight EK122 departs Istanbul for Dubai.

DAY 7: TUESDAY, 19 SEPTEMBER 2023

00h55
Arrive in Dubai and remain in transit for your flight to Johannesburg. Dubai has a wide variety of duty free shops and restaurants for you to explore during your layover.

04h05
Flight EK761 departs Dubai for Johannesburg.

10h15
Arrive in Johannesburg at OR Tambo International Airport.

NOTE: A detailed itinerary will follow in your final document pack.