::: Symposium Neuroradiologicum 2014 ISTANBUL ::::
 
XX. Symposium  
Neuroradiologicum  
2014 ISTANBUL  
 
XX. Symposium Neuroradiologicum
2014 ISTANBUL – TURKEY

 
 
 
 
Excursions
 
ISTANBUL CITY TOURS

BYZANTINE & OTTOMAN RELICS

St. SOPHIA : The magnificent Byzantine Church is now a spectacular museum; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world.
HIPPODROME : The former centre of sportive and political activities of Constantinople. During the visit it will be possible to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and Foundation of Willhelm II.
TOPKAPI PALACE : The former imperial residence from where the great Ottoman Empire was once ruled . Today a spectacular museum that has one ofthe largest collection of the Royal Family is displayed (Treasury, Chinese Porcelain,Calligraphy., etc.)
BLUE MOSQUE : One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century, famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarets. The tour concludes with a spectacular show and lecture on Turkish carpets at the School of Hand Woven Silk and Wool Carpets.
GRAND COVERED BAZAAR: In addition to its historical importance, this world's biggest bazaar with over 4000 shops will tempt even the non-shoppers with its richcollection of handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs (closed on Sundays).

PRINCES' ISLAND
Cruise on the Marmara Sea to the Princes' Islands. Port of call is Büyükada, the popular summer resort. The island view the lovely wooden mansions and the island's natural will be toured by horse driven carriages or donkey ride to beauties.

TREASURES OF ISTANBUL
St. SOPHIA : The magnificent Byzantine Church is now a spectacular museum; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world.
HIPPODROME : The former centre of sportive and political activities of Constantinople. During the visit it will be possible to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and Foundation of Willhelm II.
GRAND COVERED BAZAAR: In addition to its historical importance, this world's biggest bazaar with over 4000 shops will tempt even the non-shoppers with its rich collection of handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs (closed on Sundays).

HIGHLIGHTS OF ISTANBUL
TOPKAPI PALACE : The former imperial residence from where the great Ottoman Empire was once ruled . Today a spectacular museum that has one of the largest collection of the Royal Family is displayed (Treasury, Chinese Porcelain,Calligraphy., etc.)
BLUE MOSQUE : One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century, famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarets. The tour concludes with a spectacular show and lecture on Turkish carpets at the School of Hand Woven Silk and Wool Carpets.

GRAND COVERED BAZAAR
In addition to its historical importance, this world's biggest bazaar with over 4000 shops will tempt even the non-shoppers with its rich collection of handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs (closed on Sundays).

DOLMABAHÇE PALACE & AKMERKEZ
Come and see why this magnificent 19th century palace is called incomparable to the others of its time - with 14 tons of pure gold used for its interior decoration, a rich collection of Bohemian crystal in addition to its famous Harem section. Proceed to the Europe's largest of the most elegant shopping malls; "Akmerkez"

ARCHAELOGICAL MUSEUM & EXHIBITION of HOUSING
Visit the largest Archaeological Museum in Turkey exhibiting the collections of from almost all Anatolian civilisations and also from Syria, Egypt, Cyprus.
The next visit is to the special Congress exhibitions located in historical
‘' Darphane'' building (Imperial Mint) exhibiting two themes in the same location; ‘'Housing and Settlement in Anatolia, a historical perspective'' and ‘'Istanbul – World City''.

BOSPHOROUS CRUISE TOUR
After a short visit to the famous Egyptian Spice Bazaar (closed on Sundays), an unforgettable Cruise starts between two continents, Europe and Asia.

ISTANBUL BY NIGHT
Departure from Meeting hotels Dinner at a first-class restaurant, with half a bottle of wine or a soft drink included, watch a spectacular floorshow, which includes famous Belly Dancers, typical Anatolian Folklore groups featuring popular musical instruments and a Turkish singer.


DISCOVER TURKEY

EPHESUS & PERGAMON
Day 1: Flight to Izmir and drive to Pergamon. Visit the famous Greco Roman City of Pergamon where you will see the Acropolis and Asclepion. Lunch will be taken at a local restaurant. Proceed to Izmir or Kusadasi for dinner and overnight.
Day 2 : After breakfast, visit the antique city of Ephesus, the Museum, St John's Basilica and the final resting place of the Virgin Mary.Lunch during the visits . Return to Izmir airport Fly to Istanbul.

WONDERLAND CAPPADOCIA
Day 1: Departure to Kayseri drive to Cappadocia . Visits .Dinner and Overnight.
Day 2: Departure after breakfast for visits of the underground city of Kaymakli or Derinkuyu and citadel of Uchisar . After lunch continue with the valley of Goreme open air museum , Cavusin village , Pasabag valley and Avanos Return to the hotel . Dinner and Overnight.
Day 3: Departure to Kayseri for İstanbul flight.

PAMUKKALE & EPHESUS
Day 1: Flight to Izmir and depart for Ephesus. visit the antique city of Ephesus, The Museum, St.John's Basilica and the final resting place of the Virgin Mary.Lunch during the visits Dinner and overnight in Izmir or Kusadas,
Day 2: After breakfast, depart for Pamukkale. Visit the well-preserved Greco-Roman settlement of Aphrodisias and the ancient city of Hierapolis. Lunch will be taken at a typical village restaurant. Then relax in one of the famous natural spa pools formed by cascades of purified calcium-enriched water. Return to Istanbul via Denizli or Izmir airport

ANTALYA TOUR
Day 1: Flight to Antalya, the unoffical capital of the “Turquise Coast” of the Mediterranean. Transfer to the hotel, dinner and accommodation.
Day 2: After breakfast, full day excursion to the ancient Phamphylian cities of Side Perge and Aspendos.Lunch during the visits return to Antalya at the end of visits. Dinner and overnight .
Day 3: Fullday city tour including the Hadrian's Gate, the old harbour, the old City Walls, highly praised Antalya Archeological Museum. Then visit of waterfalls cascading over a cliff into the Mediterranean. .Lunch during the visits . Dinner and overnight
Day 4: Transfer to the airport for Istanbul flight

WONDERS OF THE ANCIENT WORLD
Day 1 : Transfer to the airport for Istanbul-Diyarbakır flight. Arrival to Diyarbakır and departure to Hasankeyf. City tour of Midyat , Mar Gabriel Monastery and lunch. Villages of Tur Abdin. Departure to Mardin via Nusaybin. City tour in Mardin. Overnight in Mardin.
Day 2 : After breakfast, departure to Urfa. Visit of Harran and lunch. Arrival to The hotel in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight in Urfa.
Day 3 : Departure after breakfast to Adiyaman via Ataturk dam. Lunch and visit of Adiyaman and departure to Kahta. Visit of Nemrut Mountain. Dinner and overnight in Adıyaman.
Day 4 : Departure after breakfast to Gaziantep. Visit of the museum with the famous Zeugma mosaics .. Lunch and departure to airport for the flight to Istanbul on 19:30.

EPHESUS (DAILY)
Early flight to Izmir and drive to Selçuk for visits the ancient city of Ephesus, formerly the capital of Ionia in Asia Minor. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Return to Istanbul by evening flight from Izmir.