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Istanbul

Turkey

Discover the rich history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes of Turkey on a 10-day tour that starts and ends in Istanbul for easy flight connections. Explore the city's famous mosques and bustling bazaars before jetting off to the ancient ruins of Ephesus, the stunning salt cliffs of Pamukkale, and the surreal valleys of Cappadocia. Hotels, air and ground transfers, sightseeing activities, and many meals are all included for a stress-free grand Turkish tour.

Day 1

Arrive at Istanbul Airport where our professional driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in Istanbul.

Day 2

The city of Istanbul has a history that spans almost 2,500 years, and this is nowhere more evident than in the Old City area of Sultanahmet. The tour starts with the magnificent  Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque famous for its beautiful courtyard and impressive minarets. Then visit Topkapi Palace, home to the Sultans of the Ottoman Empire. Then continue to the Hagia Sophia, one of the world's architectural gems.

Finally, we go to Istanbul's famous Grand Bazaar, the largest and the oldest covered marketplace in the world



Hippodrome

Visit the Blue Mosque with its famous Iznik blue tiles.

Blue Mosque

TopkapI Palace

Visit Hagia Sophia and admire the beautiful architecture.

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

Visit the Grand Bazaar and grab some bargains to take home.

Grand Bazaar

Day 3

The tour opens with a short visit to the famous Egyptian Spice Bazaar, Then an unforgettable excursion between two continents, Europe & Asia.

Bosphorus Strait

Day 4

After breakfast transfer to Istanbul Airport and catch a flight to Izmir Airport. On arrival to Izmir transfer to Kusadasi. and the rest of the day is at your leisure.

Kusadasi

Day 5

This day begins at 09:00. Today you experience one of the best-preserved ancient ruins in the world. Once the commercial center of the ancient world, with wealth and patronage to support a splendid architectural program. Ephesus was dedicated to the goddess Artemis where her enormous temple, once considered one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World and rebuilt several times, dates in its latest form from the third century B.C.

The tour of the ruins also includes seeing the theatre, gymnasium, agora, and baths, as well as the Library of Celsus. After the day tour, you have free time and the opportunity of a relaxing evening

Ancient City of Ephesus

Day 6

Today at 09:30, we will depart for our tour of Pamukkale. Take in this remarkable place, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire the stunning hot springs and limestone travertines, and the ancient city of Hierapolis. Then, visit the Domitian Gate, Colonnaded Gate and Cathedral, and the red waters of Karahayit.

After lunch, we visit Pamukkale Museum to learn more about the history of this fascinating place and then visit the actual travertines of Pamukkale. After our time here, we will take you back to Kusadasi for an overnight stay.

Pamukkale Thermal Pools

Day 7

After breakfast, we depart for Izmir Airport for our domestic flight to Cappadocia. Upon your arrival, you will be collected and taken from Kayseri Airport to your Cave hotel.

The rest of the day is yours to explore in Cappadocia at your leisure.

Cappadocia

Day 8

After breakfast, we will start our private Cappadocia tour. This includes visits to the Goreme Open Air Museum, Dervent Valley, and Pasabag Valley. After lunch, we will make a shopping tour in which you will be shown some of the ancient arts of Turkey, including carpet weaving, leather manufacturing, and jewelry.

As this will be a guided tour, you will avoid being hassled, which will let you enjoy the shopping experience whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen.

After our day tour, enjoy another free evening and overnight stay in a Cave Hotel.

Note: Before the tour, there is an option to go hot air ballooning The Balloon begins its ascent at sunrise and the ride lasts for approximately 45 minutes floating through valleys, between fairy chimneys and caves. The balloon will rise approximately 1000 feet, letting you take in the extraordinary views Cappadocia has to offer. Upon landing, champagne will be served to toast our arrival.

Goreme National Park

Day 9

After breakfast, we will head to one of the most interesting sites of Cappadocia: Kaymakli Underground City. Here the Christians hid from the armies of Rome and the raids of hostile tribes in these self-sufficient cities. They contain halls for stocks of crops, barns, rooms, kitchens and ventilation channels. The second part of our Cappadocia Tour will include Uchisar Castle, Avcilar, and Pigeon Valley.

After the tour, we will rest at the hotel and have a free afternoon until our transfer to the airport for a flight back to Istanbul. Upon your arrival, we will transfer you from the airport and check you into your central hotel. Enjoy the mystical atmosphere of Istanbul at night as you stay here overnight once more.

Day 10

After breakfast, check out from your hotel. We hope your private Turkey tour was a memorable one. Have a safe journey home. Thanks for choosing to travel with us! Hopefully, we will see you again.



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