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Istanbul

Turkey

Experience the rich history of Turkey by visiting four of its most historic cities in just one week. This private tour begins with a hassle-free airport pickup, and all transportation is arranged by our tour organizers. In addition to the comprehensive sightseeing itinerary, six nights of accommodation are included. You'll also enjoy the convenience of six included breakfasts and two lunches, with freedom to explore on your own for dinners.

Day 1

Arrive to Istanbul. Meet at the Airport (or your hotel), and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2

The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world.

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarest.

Blue Mosque

The former center of sprotive and political activities of Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II.

Hippodrome

The former imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled. Today a spectacular museum that has one of the largest collections of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family. ** closed on Tuesdays and replaces with Basilica Cistern **


TopkapI Palace

In addition to its historical importance, it's a bazaar that will tempt even the nonshoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs..

Grand Bazaar

Day 3

Mystical smells of different aromas of various spices. Shops selling fruits, vegetables, flowers, fish etc.. 

Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)

Bosphorus Cruise, through the waterway separating the two continents, Europe and Asia, with a possibility to take photographs of marble palaces, ancient wooden villas of Ottoman architecture besides modern residentials and luxurious apartments. 

Bosphorus Strait

Day 4

Enter through the Magnesia Gate and begin a slow, downhill walk with your guide into the ruins of this Roman provincial capital. Your route takes you past the Odeum, the Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan and the Great Theater.

Ancient City of Ephesus

Where Mary had spent her last day, the Basilica of St. John where is believed that the evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill.

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

Which is known as one of the seven wonders of the Antic World.

The Temple of Artemis

Day 5

Big province and the twenty-first most populous city of Turkey, center of textile products , homeland of a famous rooster which is protected by the state, the last church of the reveletion mentioned in the Bible as the Luke-warm church Laodecia, the wonderful travertines in Hierapolis known as “ Pamukkale - Cotton Castle)


Hierapolis & Pamukkale

Pamukkale, ancient name Hierapolis, is located about 20 kms north of Denizli not only invites millions of visitors each year to see a nice visual feast with waterfalls and travertines, but also to walk among the sarcophaguses and nice remains of ancient Roman city.

Pamukkale Thermal Pools

Day 6

Kusadasi is one of the well known tourist attraction centers of Turkey which is located on the Aegean Sea coastline as noted for capital cruise ports of the country. It belongs to province of Aydın, 71 kms far away from Aydın and 90 kms to Izmir, only 15 kms is the distance to Ephesus, one of the most visited archeological sites of this area , so excellent location makes the town of Kusadasi as the most important vacation center of Aegean region.

Kusadasi

Day 7

Transfer to Izmir Airport and take a flight back to Istanbul. Tour ends upon arrival.

7-Days Historical Tour of Turkey's West Side with 4 Cities

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Istanbul Half-day Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do

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