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Experience the highlights of Turkey in just seven days on this immersive tour. From Istanbul to Cappadocia, Ephesus, and Pamukkale, this tour introduces you to the cultural tapestry of Turkey. This package includes stays in boutique hotels, expert guidance, daily breakfasts, most meals covered, entrance fees to attractions, and convenient domestic flights. Visit the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, marvel at the unique landscape of Cappadocia, and explore the historical wonders of Ephesus.

Day 1

Upon arrive in Istanbul, you will be greeted by our representative and transfer to hotel. Please take your time to check in your room and relax after the flight. At appropriate time your travel consultant will meet you at the hotel in order to shortly inform about your 7 Days Turkey tour.

Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2

After breakfast, you will be picked up by your guide from hotel to departure for full day old city walking tour.

We will visit Hagia Sophia, The Blue Mosque, The Hippodrome, Obelisk of Theodosius from Egypt, Serpentine Column from the Temple of Delphi, German Fountain, Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace, after the tour you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia.

Overnight in Cappadocia.

The Sultan Ahmed Mosque, one of the most revered masterpieces of the Islamic world, is famous with its blue ceramic tiles and six minarets.

Blue Mosque

The Church of Holy Wisdom, undoubtedly one of the greatest architectural creations in the world, was used as a mosque during Ottomans then converted into a museum during the republic of Turkey and today converted back into the mosque.

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

The cistern was known in Byzantium as the basilica Cistern, Justinian was the founder of the largest underground cistern, built after the Nika Revolt in 532.The number of the inhabitants of Constantinople increased and bring a problem of water supply. Basilica Cistern was used to store water for the Great Palace.

Basilica Cistern

The center for entertainment, amusement and sports in the city during the Roman and Byzantine Empires. The Egyptian Obelisk, the serpentine column and the German fountain of Willhelm II are sites to be visited.

Hippodrome

The oldest and the largest covered market place in the world with more almost 4000 shops owing rich collection of handmade carpets, jewelery, leather and souvenirs.

Grand Bazaar

Day 3

Early morning the driver will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel and transfer to the airport. You will fly to Cappadocia airport . Upon arrival at the airport, there will be a represent to meet you at the exit and transfer to our office where you start for the guided North Cappadocia tour.

We will visit: Goreme Panorama, Uchisar Castle (Byzantium period), Pasabag Valley, Dervent Valley, Goreme Open Air Museum, Kizilirmak River, towns of Urgup and Avanos which is famous with red clay pottery where you can try your potting skills.

At the end of the tour you will be transferred to your hotel. You have the rest of the day by yourself to explore Cappadocia.

Overnight in Cappadocia.

Cappadocia

Cappadocia, unique landscape of volcanic rock formations, amazing underground churches and cities carved into the rocks by early Christians, going off the tourist track and visit small villages and discover the unknown parts of Cappadocia. Visit Magic Valley, Goreme and Zelve Open Air Museum, Pasabag Valley and Cavusin Village. Optional hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia early in the morning.

Goreme National Park

Pasabag valley is home to some of Cappadocia’s most infamous ‘Fairy Chimneys’. It features an incredible, diverse landscape different to anywhere else you may see on earth.

Pasabag

Known as "Imagination Valley", this region contains rock formations that look almost like sculptures.

Devrent Valley

Day 4

This morning be the lucky one to greet the sun from the Balloon which is the best Experience of your 10 days Turkey Tour.

After breakfast at the hotel check-out. You will be picked up from from your hotel for South Cappadocia tour.

We will visit : Ortahisar Castle, Love Valley, hiking in Red Valley which gets it’s name from the rose-colored rock, Cavusin Village and Underground City with its several floors.

At the end the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel .

Overnight in Cappadocia.

Uchisar Castle (Uçhisar Kalesi) is Cappadocia’s tallest fairy chimney, Mother Nature’s castle in the form of a volcanic rock outcrop visible from miles in any direction. While not a castle by the standard definition the outcrop was used during the late Byzantine and early Ottoman periods as a natural fortress for protection against armies on the surrounding plains. Erosion has revealed a honeycomb-like structure of cavities within the rock, many of which were used as natural dwellings until the makeshift village was evacuated during the 1960s.

A climb up 120 steps leads to the summit of Uchisar Castle — a perfect vantage point for watching stunning view of Cappadocia landscape.

Uchisar Castle

Red Valley (Kizilcukur) is one of the best places to watch the sunrise and sunset in Cappadocia. The valley is located in the middle of Goreme National Park named after the red colored tuff rocks and fairy chimneys spread through the valley. 

Red Valley

Cavusin Village is one of the most special regions in Cappadocia due to its special historical structures. The village has a very aesthetic appearance. Because in the upper part of the village, there are many cave houses built by people who lived here centuries ago. All the cave houses found here were built between the 3rd and 13th centuries. 

Cavusin

It is the widest underground city of the Cappadocia and it was used by refugees or people running away from catastrophes

Kaymakli Underground City

Day 5

After breakfast at the hotel pick up by the tour guide around 09:00-09:30am and starting to Ephesus Tour. Visits to Artemis Temple which used to be one of the 7 wonders of ancient world, Ephesus Ancient City, Hadrian Temple, Celsus Library, Theater, Hamams and Old Harbor. Midday, lunch break in a local restaurant. Last visit to House of Virgin Mary where Virgin Mary spent her last 5 years before she died and recognized as a pilgrimage place by Vatican. End of the tour transfer to hotel for overnight stay in Kusadasi.
Overnight in Pamukkale.

Ancient City of Ephesus

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

The Temple of Artemis

Day 6

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up from your hotel for full day Pamukkale and Hierapolis tour

We will visit : Hierapolis Ancient City, Cleopatra’s Antique Pool and White Travertine Terraces with it’s beautiful panorama also you have chance to bath in the Hot Springs ( White Travertines ) or Cleopatra Swimming Pool.

At the end of the tour you will be transferred back to your hotel in Kusadasi. . (2,5 hrs driving with stops and beautiful landscape)

Overnight in Kusadasi.

Pamukkale

Day 7

According to your International flight time, we will transfer to Istanbul (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW), You will do self check-in. End of our service.

7 Days Best of Turkey Tour: Istanbul-Cappadocia-Ephesus-Pamukkale

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