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Embark on a 7-night journey to discover the best of Turkey. This tour package includes 7 nights of accommodations, as well as all transportation, including a domestic flight ticket from Izmir to Istanbul. Along the way, visit the Spice Bazaar in the Faith District, Anitkabir in the nation’s capital, Ankara, the Temple of Artemis, and Kaymakli Underground City. Other main highlights of this tour include Pamukkale and Aphrodisias.

Day 1

Welcome to Istanbul. You will be transferred to your hotel from the airport in Istanbul today. 

Day 2

After breakfast, cruise between two continents on the stretch of water that separates Europe from Asia in the afternoon with a 1 hour Bosphorus cruise by public ferry where your guide will explain the historical sites along the way.
This afternoon there is a flight to Cappadocia, upon arrival you will be transfrred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free time to explore.

Cappadocia

Day 3

Marvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia today as we visit the Goreme Valley Open Air Museum and the fairy chimneys, and explore the many levels of an underground city. Photo opportunities are everywhere so have your cameras ready! Tonight, don't miss the optional Turkish folklore evening featuring folklore and belly dancers... a night you won't forget!

Goreme National Park

Day 4

We will visit the mausoleum of Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi, the great 13th-century Sufi mystic and poet, whose teachings continue to inspire people worldwide. Inside the Mevlana Museum, we will explore his beautifully adorned tomb, ancient manuscripts, and exhibits on the Whirling Dervishes and their spiritual traditions.Continuing our journey along the legendary Silk Road, we will visit the Çatalhöyük Museum, which brings to life the fascinating history of one of the world’s oldest and most advanced Neolithic settlements.

Mevlana Muzesi

Day 5

Visit the ruins of Hierapolis, the Temple of Apollo, Necropolis, and stroll over the magnificent white calcium terraces of Pamukkale. 

Pamukkale Thermal Pools

Day 6

Today, we will explore Laodicea ancient city which was the chief city of the Lycus River Valley region. The full name of the city was Laodicea ad Lyceum (Laodicea on the Lycus). The city was originally known as Diospolis ("the City of Zeus"). The Greek deity considered to be the greatest of the Olympian gods. This afternoon we will enjoy a display of locally handcrafted leather goods.

Laodicea

Day 7

Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the site of the Temple of Artemis. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and theatre before exploring the Ephesus Archaeology Museum, which houses an impressive collection of artifacts from the region. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey, and at the carpet village, we learn how the carpets are made by hand and what determines their value. This afternoon you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Istanbul.

Ancient City of Ephesus

Day 8

After breakfast, our tour concludes and we say goodbye to our new friends before being transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

Best Turkey 8-Day Tour: Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Ephesus

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