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8 day(s)
Private
1-40 people
easy
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the heart of Turkey. This tour is a perfect blend of Turkey’s rich cultural heritage and historical treasures. From the iconic landmarks of Istanbul to the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia, the ancient ruins of Ephesus in Kusadasi, and the healing terraces of Pamukkale, every stop on this tour offers a unique experience. Immerse yourself in the captivating history, fascinating culture, and warm hospitality of Turkey as you travel through some of its most beloved cities and sights.
Duration
8 day(s)
Max Group Size
1-40 people
Tour Code
TCAHT8D
Departure Type
scheduled
Tour Category
Culture & Historical
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Operated In
Age Requirement
11 - 99

İstanbul
İstanbul
Upon our arrival at Istanbul International Airport, your guide will meet, assist and transfer you to the hotel. Istanbul was the capital city of Byzantium & Roman Empires and Ottoman State. It is a most fascinating city, which actually crosses two continents Europe and Asia. It is a city of amalgamation of museums, bazaars, minarets, mosques, churches, palaces, and restaurants catering to every one’s taste, customs and fifteen million people. Overnight in Istanbul.
(Open buffet breakfast included)
After breakfast, we have Istanbul City
Tour. Our first visit will be HIPPODROME.
Ancient Hippodrome was the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments;
the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine.
Than we will visit SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL
MOSQUE. Across from Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, it was built in the 16th
century by the architect Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its
magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. Our next visit will be HAGIA SOPHIA GRAND
MOSQUE. The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, previously known as
the Church of Divine Wisdom, is simply the best of its kind! Hagia Sophia Grand
Mosque is the greatest surviving example of Byzantine Architecture. For 1000
years, it was once the largest church in the world, decorated with stunning 6th
century golden mosaics. Today it is a mosque. Lunch
break at 13:00 pm. After the lunch, board the beautiful sunset cruise of
Bosphorus and get introduced to the fascinating European - Asian tales of
Turkiye. Explore both the European and Asian shores of the Bosphorus, including
iconic locations such as the Golden Horn, Beylerbeyi Palace, Rumeli Fortress,
and Ortaköy Mosque to name a few.
After the tour, transfer back to your
hotel. The
rest of the evening is yours to enjoy Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.
Please Note: Please do not forget to carry headscarf with you for the visit of
religious places as Blue Mosque & Haghia Sophia Mosque.
(Breakfast
and Dinner included)
Istanbul - Ankara. Driving to Ankara we visit the mausoleum and museum of Kemal
Ataturk, one of Turkey’s most revered leaders, famous for his progressive
reform of Turkish society and his incredible strategic command during World War
I, thwarting the Allied attempts at invading Turkey. You will then enjoy a
picturesque journey through the Lakeland before arriving in Cappadocia.
Please
Note: This tour will be done by domestic flight from Ankara to Cappadocia if we can not reach the minimum
6 guests per departure. Kindly note that in that case Antalya to Cappadocia
domestic flight is included in given rate and lunch will be excluded.
Please Note:
If you wish to join our optional activity of Cappadocia Hor Air Ballooning for
tomorrow, please contact with your guide and register because it will take
place early the next morning.
(Breakfast and Dinner included)
After breakfast at
09:30 depart for Cappadocia Tour. We will drive you to Ozkonak Underground City,
one of the best preserved Underground cities in Cappadocia. After Underground
City tour, you visit Goreme Open Air Museum, the Heart of Cappadocia.
Goreme Open Air Museum is famous for frescoes dating to 10th century describing
the life of Jesus Christ and monks. Next stop is Cavusin, which is an
abandoned village with old cave Greek houses. After Cavusin you go to the
restaurant in Avanos to have lunch. After lunch, you visit a pottery work shop,
to see how to make potteries. Then you go to Love Valley. Love Valley
Cappadocia is a hidden valley with scenic formations to say the least. Despite
the resemblance to man hood, these amazing rock formations are far from
man-made. Next stop is Devrent Valley, which is also called Imagination
Valley, where you can see natural rock formations looking like animals. Last
stop is Three Beauties, three beautiful fairy chimneys with their hats,
which is the symbol of Cappadocia. This tour will end approximately at 18.00
and you will be returned back to your hotel. Dinner and Overnight in Cappadocia.
(Breakfast
and Dinner included)
Cappadocia – Pamukkale. Today we drive onward to Pamukkale via the 13th
century Seljukian masterpiece of Sultanhan Caravanserai and Konya. In Konya
visit the 13th century Mevlana Museum; the original lodge of the Mevlevi
Whirling Dervishes, a mystical Sufi Muslim group. It contains the tomb of
Mevlana, a leading philosopher and mystic of Islam, which remains an important
place of pilgrimage. Afterwards continue your journey onward to Pamukkale. Overnight:
Pamukkale
(Breakfast
and Dinner included)
Pamukkale - Kusadasi. After breakfast visit the incredible white
calcium terraces of Pamukkale and ancient Hierapolis, with its Necropolis
graveyard of over 1200 graves. The Temple of Apollo, the Plutonium, dating back
to third century BC and the sacred pool are some of the highlights of
Hierapolis. The shallow thermal waters ripple over a wonderful scattering of
ancient roman ruins that lie beneath.
This afternoon, en route
to Kusadasi we visit the ruins of the great Temple of Artemis (one of the Seven
Ancient Wonders of the World), which is situated in a marshy basin between
Selcuk and Ephesus. Overnight: Kusadasi
(Breakfast
and Dinner included)
Kusadasi. This morning you will drive to the ancient and magnificent
city of Ephesus, one of the largest and most well-preserved ancient city’s in
the Mediterranean, with Roman theatres, fountains, buildings, churches and
temples. Ephesus was originally built on the north slope of Mount Pion in 1000
BC but was later relocated to its current location in 4th century BC. This
afternoon you can visit a Turkish leather manufacturing house where products
are available for sale. Overnight: Kusadasi
(Breakfast
included)
Today we depart for Izmir airport for our domestic flight to Istanbul and then back to home. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we would like to see you in the future in one of our tours again. Have a nice trip back home and thanks for choosing TravelShop Booking.
2
nights hotel in Istanbul - Central Palace Hotel
2 nights hotel in Kusadasi - Odelia Resort Hotel
1 night hotel in Pamukkale Pam Thermal Hotel
2 nights hotel in Cappadocia El Puente Cave Hotel
PS: If
This hotel list not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange
smilar other hotel for your group. If you prefer a Different category hotel,
there might be an additional cost
Professional English - speaking tour guides
7 open
buffet breakfasts
5 local dinners at the hotels
All Airport transfer mention in site the Itinerary
Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking
coach
Guided Istanbul City Tour
Guided
Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise Tour
Guided
Ankara Tour
Guided
Ephesus and Sirince Village Tour
Guided
Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour
Guided
Konya Tour
Guided
Cappadocia Tour with Underground City and Goreme Open Air Museum
All
entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
International
flights
Domestic Ticket Izmir to Istanbul
Insurance:
All types
Turkey
entry visa
Lunch
Items of
a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry
Any
others expenses which are not mentioned at the included section