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12 day(s)
Regular
1-40 people
easy
Embark on an extraordinary journey through Turkey, a land where rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes converge. This thoughtfully designed tour takes you from the iconic city of Istanbul to ancient ruins, charming villages, and breathtaking natural wonders.
Your adventure begins in Istanbul, a mesmerizing city that bridges Europe and Asia. Explore its historic treasures, including the Hagia Sophia and the bustling Grand Bazaar, before heading to Kusadasi. This beautiful coastal town is the perfect base for visiting Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world. Walk through its magnificent ruins, including the Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre, and imagine the lives of those who once thrived here.
Next, you’ll visit the enchanting Turkish village of Sirince, known for its picturesque streets and delightful local wines. Here, you’ll experience the charm of traditional village life before continuing to Pamukkale, famed for its stunning white travertine terraces and the ancient site of Hierapolis, where you can relax in natural hot springs.
Travel onward to Antalya, a coastal gem where history meets stunning beaches. Explore the historic old town and enjoy the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Your journey then takes you to Konya, a city steeped in spirituality, home to the Mevlana Museum and rich Sufi traditions.
Next, venture into the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia, renowned for its fairy chimneys and breathtaking valleys. Experience the unique culture and stunning scenery before visiting the ancient capital of the Hittites at Hattusa. Explore its remarkable ruins and then visit Zile Castle and Tokat City, known for their historical significance and beautiful views.
Finally, you’ll return to Istanbul, where your unforgettable journey comes to a close. Join us as we explore the diverse beauty and rich heritage of Turkey, creating memories that will last a lifetime!
Duration
12 day(s)
Max Group Size
1-40 people
Tour Code
TDVPWGD12D
Departure Type
guaranteed
Tour Category
Culture & Historical
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Operated In
Age Requirement
11 - 99

İstanbul
17:18
İstanbul
17:18
Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, you will be warmly welcomed and privately transferred to your hotel in the historic heart of the city. Istanbul, straddling two continents, is a city of breathtaking contrasts: ancient palaces, majestic mosques, bustling bazaars, and hidden streets filled with charming cafes. After check-in at your hotel, enjoy a light dinner or simply relax and soak in the vibrant atmosphere of this unique city
(Breakfast and Lunch 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 (From the outside). 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. After the lunch, TravelShop
Group will take you to the MARKET which
is a unique atmosphere with reasonable prices for your shopping. Here you will
find; Spices and Herbs, Turkish Baklava, Turkish Delights, Turkish Coffee, nuts
and fruits, small souvenirs such as Ceramic Handicrafts, Evil Eyes totems, all
naturel olive oil, soaps and many other goods in Souvenir Shops and stores.
After the tour, transfer back to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Please note: The entrance ticket to Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
is EUR 30 per person (supplement) and Topkapi Palace Museum is EUR 55
per person (supplement) and can be added to the tour program either by us
in advance or arranged directly by the tour guide
Please Note: Please do not forget to carry headscarf with you for the visit of religious places as Blue Mosque & Haghia Sophia Mosque.
(Breakfast,
Lunch and Dinner included)
After breakfast enjoy BOSPORUS BY BOAT; a traditional excursion by boat along the waterway separating Europe and Asia. The shore lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. During the excursion, you will see the magnificent sights of the following attractions from your boat. See Dolmabahce Palace, and further along, the parks and imperial pavilions of Yildiz Palace. On the coastal edge of this park, is Ciragan Palace, 300 meters of its marble facade faces the shore. At Ortakoy a great variety of artists, gather every sunday to display their work along the street. Ortakoy is a symbol of tolerance with a church, a mosque and a synagogue existing side by side for centuries. RUMELI FORTRESS (view from boat), Built by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1452 prior to the conquest of Istanbul was completed in only four months to control and protect the Bosporus passage. It is one of the most beautiful works of military architecture anywhere in the world. BEYLERBEYI PALACE (view from boat), is the summer residence of Ottoman sultans exists in its original renovated glory featuring original antique furniture and magnificent gardens with the Harem on the Asian side of Istanbul. Lunch break at the Turkish restaurant. After the lunch we will then take you to the SPICE BAZAAR, which is a unique atmosphere with reasonable prices for your shopping. Here you will find; Exotic Spices and Herbs, Turkish Baklava, Turkish Delights, Turkish Coffee, nuts and fruits, small souvenirs such as Ceramic Handicrafts, Evil Eyes totems, all naturel olive oil, soaps and many other goods in Souvenir Shops and stores. After the tour transfer to Istanbul Airport for domestic flight to Izmir. Transfer from airport and check in to your hotel in Kusadasi. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
included)
After breakfast between 08:30 am, departure from hotel fully guided tour of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient sites in the world en - route, visiting the Temple of Artemis, Curetes street, famous Roman baths, Celsus Library and Grand theatre. Lunch break. After the lunch, we will visit a place, which continues to perform one of the oldest arts of Turkey; a carpet-weaving centre and than we will do a Turkish Village Tour. Sirince’s construction style today belongs to Anatolian Greeks. The houses on the slope are all Orginal with their white paints. Sirince Village also has a fantastic reputation for making some of the best wines in Turkey - especially fruit wines. There will be some free time to explore around of the village. On the way, we will visit one of the famous leather production centers of the region, where you will have the opportunity to get a good factory rate. On this guided tour, you will avoid the constant nagging and sometimes bullying that is well known in the markets of Turkey. Enabling you to enjoy the shopping experience whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen. Dinner and Overnight in Kusadasi.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
included)
We depart for Pamukkale at 08:00 am. Upon arrival to Pamukkale we have a lunch break until 13:30 pm. Afterwards we shall visit the calcium terraces of Pamukkale (cotton castle) and the ruins of Hierapolis, then walk around this natural phenomenon and have the option of lying in the waters of the natural springs. Denizli/Pamukkale means seaside in Turkish and is located on the Buyuk Menderes River. It is a growing industrial town, known for its textile industry and outlet shopping. You will visit one of the famous textile factories of Pamukkale. Dinner and Overnight in Pamukkale.
(Breakfast
and Dinner included)
After breakfast, at 10:00 am. we
depart for Antalya. The trip is going to take roughly 3 to 4 hours. Once you
reach Antalya, check in to your hotel and rest of time is yours. Dinner and
Overnight in Antalya
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
included)
After breakfast journey start with
the Antalya Old City (Kaleici) Marina tour, Clock Tower, Hadrian's Gate, Broken Minaret, Hidirlik Tower:
Kaleici is a small historic part of Antalya’s modern city, also known as the
Old City of Antalya. In history it was once the sprawling modern Roman town,
then the Byzantine Empire, then Seljuks, and finally the Ottoman Turkish town. Hadrian’s Gate, also
known as the Three Gates, is one of Antalya’s most
iconic landmarks — a magnificent triumphal arch built in honor of the Roman
Emperor Hadrian. Another must-see is the city’s famous Broken
Minaret, part of the Korkut Mosque.
Originally constructed as a Roman temple in the 2nd century AD, this ancient
structure has witnessed centuries of transformation - from temple to church to
mosque - and its broken minaret stands today as a silent symbol of Antalya’s
rich and layered history.. Hidirlik
Tower is one of Antalya’s most striking
landmarks, standing proudly at the point where Kaleiçi,
the city’s historic old town, meets Karaalioğlu Park. Built
of warm tawny stone, the tower is believed to date back to the Hellenistic
period, originally constructed on a square base and later
transformed into a circular tower in the 2nd century AD.
Throughout its long history, it is thought to have served as either a fortification
or a lighthouse, watching over the turquoise
waters of the Mediterranean. There will be local lunch break during the tour than
move on to visitng Duden Waterfalls. All the
streams in the region flow toward the Mediterranean Sea, cascading down
the slopes of the Taurus Mountains — sometimes above ground, sometimes
through hidden underground channels. Along their journey, they create a series
of beautiful waterfalls, more than twenty in total, each offering a
refreshing glimpse of Antalya’s natural beauty. End of the transfer to hotel
and rest of the day is yours. Dinner and Overnight in Antalya.
(Breakfast
and Dinner included)
After
breakfast, check out from the hotel and free time till departure. Then proceed
to Antalya airport to take domestic flight to Cappadocia directly or via from
Istanbul connection (depend on the flight schedule) Upon arrival, welcome and
continue to hotel in Cappadocia. Rest of the day is yours. Dinner at hotel and Overnight in Cappadocia
Please Note: If we have a
minimum of 6 pax or more guests, we will revise this day to by road; Antalya -
Konya - Cappadocia including Mevlana Museum visit (no flights).
Please
Note: Would you like to experience the famous Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride
tomorrow? Please speak
with your guide today to register, as the activity takes place early the next morning.
(Breakfast,
Lunch and Dinner included)
Pick-up from your hotel around 10:00am. Start your day by
visiting the largest and tallest fairy chimney of the region - Uchisar Castle. After discovering this
lovely natural structure continue your trip by visiting an underground city
& learn about the life beneath. Next up, meeting with the lunar landscape
of Cappadocia: rock formations beyond belief in Devrent Valley. We will drive you to Ozkonak Underground City,
one of the best preserved Underground cities in Cappadocia. After Underground
City tour, enjoy your lunch at a local
restaurant & head towards Pasabaglari where you can witness the tallest
& most popular fairy chimneys of the region. Visit to Avanos Pottery Center where You will learn about the history of
pottery making & its connection with the region as well as learning about
the process. Visit the famous Zelve Open
Air Museum where you will see rock cut churches & learn about the
civilization that lived in the Valley. Drop back off to your hotel. Dinner at
hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
After
breakfast, check out from the hotel and depart from Cappadocia towards Tokat.
Enjoy a scenic drive through the heart of Anatolia. On the way, we will
visit Hattusa Ancient City, one of the largest archaeological sites in Turkey
and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Once the capital of the Hittite Empire during
the second millennium BC, Hattusa features remarkable ruins including temples,
fortifications, and monumental gates. After the visit, continue the journey to Tokat. Upon arrival, transfer
to the hotel and check in. Dinner and Overnight in Tokat at Silk Road Museum Hotel.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Today, we will have the opportunity to tour 900 years of history in 900 steps
in Tokat.
After the breakfast at 08:30 we will depart to Tokat City, we have a City Tour,
visiting the historical places of Tokat such as historical lodging and dwelling
points, forums and religious educational centers, Tokat Museum, Ethnography
Museum, world renowned Turkish Baths as well as Clock Tower in downtown. We
will have lunch break and after lunch we will be visiting famous Ballica Caves
that is known to have healing powers for Asthma patients and then we will visit
the Magnificent Gaz Lake, which is intertwined with nature. Dinner and Overnight
in Tokat at Silk Road Museum Hotel.
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast, transfer to Tokat Airport for your
domestic flight to Istanbul. This marks the end of our wonderful journey. We
hope you enjoyed your tour and created unforgettable memories. Thank you for
choosing TravelShop Booking, and we
look forward to welcoming you again on another tour in the future. Have a
pleasant journey back home.
2 nights hotel accommodation in Istanbul Feronya Hotel Taksim or similar
2 nights hotel accommodation in Kusadasi Proxima Hotel or similar
1-night hotel accommodation in Pamukkale Tripolis Hotel or similar
2 nights hotel accommodation in Antalya Afflon Loft City Hotel or similar
2 nights hotel accommodation in Cappadocia El Puente Cave Hotel or similar
2 nights hotel accommodation in Tokat Silk Road Museum Hotel or similar
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
11 Breakfast
9 Local Lunch
9 Local Dinner
All Airport transfer mention in site the Itinerary
Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non -
smoking coach
Insurance: All types
Turkey entry visa
Tipping
Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold
drinks, laundry
Any others expenses which are not mentioned at the
included section