FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX ISTANBUL 05 - 08 JUNE 2009 A fantastic addition to the F1 calendar, The Turkish Grand Prix combines state of the art racing with a long weekend in one of the most exciting and beautiful cities in the World. The 4th Istanbul F1 Grand Prix is scheduled to 05 - 08 June 2009. The Istanbul Racing Circuit is located on the Asian side of Istanbul, 6 km from the junction of Kurtkoy on the north side of TEM Motorway, linking Istanbul to Ankara . The Istanbul Racing Circuit is close to the newly constructed Sabiha Gokcen Istanbul Airport . In addition to easy access from TEM Motorway and the airport, the site is located within the green belt surrounded by forest and cultivated green fields. The area is clean of any pollution and pleasantly attractive for outdoor activities. An unusual feature of the venue is that the lap will run anti-clockwise, making the Turkish Grand Prix Iatanbul only the third race on the calendar to do so (San Marino and Brazil are the other two). It possesses a wide variety of corners, and while perhaps not as technical as, say, Shanghai, it should definitely provide the drivers with real challenge, especially given the reduced downforce available in 2006.

Fasten you seatbelts, you are invited to be among the ones who will witness the 4th Istanbul Grand Prix. Here is a sample package we designed for you;

Formula 1 Turkish Grand Prix package summary :
Istanbul Racing Circuit is located on the Asian side of Istanbul, 6 km from the junction of Kurtkoy on the north side of TEM Motorway, linking Istanbul to Ankara . The Istanbul Racing Circuit is close to the newly constructed Sabiha Gokcen Istanbul Airport. In addition to easy access from TEM Motorway and the airport, the site is located within the green belt surrounded by forest and cultivated green fields. The area is clean of any pollution and pleasantly attractive for outdoor activities.

The Formula 1 Turkish Grand Prix package includes :
- 3 nights accomodation in one of our selected hotels
- Daily breakfast
- Airport transfers
- Transfers by private motor coach for the 3 days event
- Discover Travel representative
- Taxes and service charges
- Grand Prix ticket in "Gold" or "Silver" grandstand for the 3 days event
- City tours

Turkish Grand Prix - 7th June 2009

The Circuit
The brand new, state-of-the-art International Circuit of Kurtkoy, located at Pendik, 80km (50 miles) east of Istanbul will host the first ever Turkish Grand Prix on 21st August 2005.

How to Get There
There are regular direct scheduled flights from both London Heathrow and Manchester to Istanbul's Atatürk Airport.

The circuit is situated on the Asian side of the City, 6km from the junction of Kurtkoy and to the north of the TEM Motorway, the connecting route between Istanbul and Ankara.

Tickets and Accommodations
We are offering ticket only and accommodations only packages as well.

Where to Stay
As the industrial and cultural capital of Turkey, Istanbul is home to some 15 million people. The City's unique atmosphere and rich history have served to attract an increasing number of tourists. As a result, there is ample accommodation throughout the City to suit all budgets - from five star opulence and historic boutique hotels to intimate guest houses and pansiyons. However, demand for accommodation over this period is expected to be high and we strongly recommend that you make your reservation well in advance.

GRAND PRIX PACKAGE

3 Nights in Istanbul

Friday June 5
Departure from airport to Istanbul where a coach will be waiting to transfer you the short distance into the city. Rooms will be reserved at the above mentioned Hotels in the city centre. These 4 & 5 star establishments are perfectly located within easy walking distance of all the major attractions. Evening at leisure.

Saturday June 6
Today you can either take advantage of our free coach service to the circuit for qualifying, or spend the day relaxing and sightseeing. Alternatives are mentioned below.

Sunday June 7
After breakfast you will be taken to the track for the full day's events. On completion of the racing rejoin your coach and return to your hotel. Evening at leisure.

Monday June 8
Morning at leisure. After lunch our coach transfers you back to the airport for the homeward flight.

THE CIRCUIT
The design and construction of the circuit has been entrusted to Hermann Tilke, architect of the hugely impressive Malaysian, Bahraini and Chinese facilities. While the aforementioned circuits have risen from largely featureless landscapes, the natural geography of the Kurtkoy region, some 45 miles east of Istanbul, is far more rugged and undulating. The elevation changes missing from some modern tracks are here in abundance, leading the Turkish Motorsport Federation to claim this is an improved version of Spa-Francorchamps.

FORMULA 1 - EVENT SCHEDULE

HALF DAY ISTANBUL TOUR :
You will get to see the must see monuments in Istanbul; such as the Hypodrome, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar. 4 hours tour includes professional guiding, entrance tickets and transportation.

HAMAM & TURKISH BATH TOUR :
Enjoying authentic style of Turkish bath known as Hamam and famous all around the Word. Especially at "Cemberlitas Hamami" which was built by the imperial architect Mimar Sinan in 1584, this an experience no one should miss. Ýncludes hamam, assistant and transportation.

BOSPHORUS CRUISE DINNER :
A traditional excursion by boat along the waterway seperating we have a lovely cruise route Bosphorus on Boat - cruise through the waterway separating the two continents, magic Asia and Europe of marble Palaces.
Includes English speaking assistant, hotel pick up & drop off with A/C modern vehicles, boat, dinner, dj music.