WorldFestivalAssociation

INVITATION
 

We invite you to join us in the magnificent city of Istanbul, Türkiye, for an unforgettable cultural festival celebrating the spirit of Eurasia.

Istanbul, the historic bridge between Europe and Asia, offers a breathtaking blend of ancient architecture, vibrant bazaars, and stunning seaside views. This legendary city provides the perfect stage for cultural exchange and artistic expression.

 FESTIVAL WELCOMES

Folklore groups, modern dance ensembles, choirs, music groups, and theatre troupes (children, youth, and adult groups).

 GENERAL RULES

Performance duration is approximately 10–12 minutes.
Each group performs a maximum of two evenings.
Performances are held in open-air venues across different Istanbul municipalities.
Groups are invited from up to eight countries.
Participants should bring national flags and small gifts for cultural exchange.
Groups arrange their own transport to Istanbul.

 ACCOMMODATION

Accommodation is provided in selected central hotels in Istanbul.

3-star hotel package (4 nights / 5 days):
180 EUR per person, including breakfast and dinner.

4/5-star hotel package (4 nights / 5 days):
220 EUR per person, including breakfast and dinner, with access to swimming pool, sauna, sports salon, and Turkish hamam.

Room arrangements:
3-star hotels offer 2–4 bed rooms, with a maximum of four twin/double rooms per group.
4/5-star hotels offer 2–3 bed rooms, with a maximum of three twin/double rooms per group.
Single rooms and additional double rooms are available at extra cost.
Lunch packets can be arranged upon request.

 ADDITIONAL COSTS

Transportation (per person per day):
10–18 participants: 12 EUR
19–54 participants: 10 EUR
Solo or duet (1–4 people): 20 EUR

Transportation includes airport transfers, excursion transfers, and performance transfers.
Deposit: 600 EUR per group (non-refundable, paid in advance).
All final payments are made in cash upon arrival.

 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

An English-speaking guide is provided to each group during the festival.
Three official gift-exchange ceremonies are organized: two with municipality mayors and one with the festival committee.
All participants must have valid medical insurance.
Stage lighting and microphones are provided.
Groups arriving with their own buses cover parking and fuel costs; local transportation fees are waived.

 PROGRAM

Day 1 – Arrival
Afternoon arrival in Istanbul, hotel check-in and registration.
Dinner and meeting with group leaders.

Day 2 – Historical Tour & Performance
Breakfast.
Visit to the Byzantine historic district: Blue Mosque, Saint Sophia, Topkapı Palace, Grand Bazaar.
Dinner.
Evening open-air performance at a municipality venue.

Day 3 – Beach Day & Cultural Exchange
Breakfast.
Free time for shopping or optional beach time at the Marmara Sea.
Afternoon or evening performances.
Cultural exchange activities with traditional dances and rhythms.

Day 4 – Bosphorus Tour & Final Performance
Breakfast.
Optional Bosphorus boat tour or shopping time.
Evening final open-air performance.

Day 5 – Departure
Breakfast, check-out, and departure.

Program subject to change.

 EXCURSIONS

Optional excursions (extra paid):
Bosphorus boat tour.
Historical Istanbul city tour.
Marmara Sea beach visit.
Shopping tours in bazaars and modern malls.