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Turkey Cultural And Historical Tour 8 Day

İstanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Konya, Pamukkale, Kusadasi, Izmir, İstanbul,
Duration

8 day(s)

Tour type

Private

Group size

1-40 people

Physical Level

easy

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Tour Overview

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.

Activities
Discovery Family Explorer Historical In-depth Cultural Photography Sightseeing Solo Travel

Tour Features

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

Pickup Time:

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İstanbul

Dropoff Time:

Highlights
Istanbul: Start your journey in Turkey’s vibrant and historic city, where you’ll explore iconic landmarks like the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar.

Itinerary

Day 1

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.

Day 2

(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.

Day 3

(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.

Day 4

(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.

Day 5

(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

Day 6

(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


Day 7

(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

Day 8

(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.

Included

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

 

Excluded

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

Tour Booking

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