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Sep 19‑23 Business & Leisure Itinerary for 60 Participants

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Day 1 (19 Sep): Arrival in Istanbul

Morning: The group lands at Istanbul Airport and is transferred to the Swissotel The Bosphorus, a new 5‑star property with spacious round‑table meeting rooms and a prime waterfront location.

Afternoon: After check‑in, guests enjoy a welcome lunch at the hotel’s Rooftop Terrace overlooking the Bosphorus, followed by a brief orientation session.

Evening: Free time to explore the vibrant Istiklal Avenue for shopping, and later a group dinner at 360 Istanbul with stunning city views.

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Day 2 (20 Sep): Business Meetings – Istanbul

Morning: First round‑table session in the hotel’s state‑of‑the‑art Grand Ballroom, equipped with translation booths and high‑speed Wi‑Fi.

Afternoon: Continued workshops in the Executive Suite Meeting Rooms, followed by a networking coffee break on the Sunset Terrace.

Evening: Group dinner at the historic Hamdi Restaurant with views of the Golden Horn, then optional nightlife at Beyoğlu’s rooftop bars.

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Day 3 (21 Sep): Business Meetings – Istanbul

Morning: Second day of strategic sessions in the hotel’s Boardroom, complemented by a light breakfast buffet.

Afternoon: Breakout discussions in the Meeting Pods, followed by a team‑building activity at the nearby Dolmabahçe Palace Gardens.

Evening: Farewell gala dinner at Sunset Grill & Bar, with live Turkish music and a chance to explore Istanbul’s night markets.

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Day 4 (22 Sep): Transfer to Colombo & Elephant Experience

Morning: Early private charter flight to Colombo, Sri Lanka; arrival and transfer to the Shangri‑La Colombo, a luxury 5‑star hotel near the city centre.

Afternoon: Depart for the world‑renowned Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, where guests watch feeding, bathing, and a guided talk on conservation.

Evening: Return to Colombo for a relaxing dinner at the hotel’s Rooftop Terrace with views of the Indian Ocean, followed by optional stroll through the bustling Galle Face Green.

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Day 5 (23 Sep): Departure

Morning: Leisure time for last‑minute shopping at Odel Mall or a quick city tour of the National Museum.

Afternoon: Group transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departures.

Evening: Flights home; the itinerary concludes.

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Time and Cost Estimates

  • Swissotel The Bosphorus (Hotel & Meeting Rooms) – 2 days, 8 hours per day – $150 USD per person
  • Grand Bazaar Shopping – 2 hours – $30 USD per person
  • Dolmabahçe Palace Gardens (Team‑building) – 1.5 hours – $20 USD per person
  • Charter Flight Istanbul → Colombo – 6 hours – $250 USD per person
  • Shangri‑La Colombo (Accommodation) – 1 night – $120 USD per person
  • Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage – 4 hours – $45 USD per person (entry & guide)
  • Galle Face Green Evening Walk – 1 hour – Free
  • Odel Mall / National Museum – 2 hours – $15 USD per person
  • Airport Transfers (both cities) – Total 3 hours – $25 USD per person
  • Meals (Lunches, Dinners, Welcome Reception) – 5 meals – $80 USD per person
  • Total Estimated Cost per Person: $735 USD

Tips

If you need to shorten the trip, consider dropping the evening gala in Istanbul and the optional Colombo city tour on Day 5; this will reduce the itinerary by a half‑day and lower costs by approximately $30 USD per person. To extend the experience, add a sunrise hot‑air‑balloon ride over Cappadocia on Day 4 before departing for Colombo, which would add $200 USD per person and provide a memorable highlight.

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