Turkey’s most popular tourist destinations include Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, and Kusadasi. .Pakukkale is famous for its terraced hot springs and calcium carbonate travertine pools, making it a popular place to relax and rejuvenate. Kusadasi is a seaside town known for its beautiful beaches and lively nightlife.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Today visit the ancient Hippodrome, the centre of Byzantine civic life, it is estimated that the arena could accommodate up to 100,000 spectators. Later we will visit the Blue Mosque Also known by its official name, the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, an Ottoman-era historical imperial mosque that was constructed in 1609. We will also visit Hagia Sofia which was constructed as a Basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian and is an important landmark of Istanbul.Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.We will continue to visit the Topkapi Palace (which is situated at the tip of Seraglio Point), located on one of the seven hills of Istanbul between the Golden Horn, Bosphorus and the Marmara Sea. For centuries it has been the official residence of Sultans and it is the showcase for the most impressive Treasures of the Ottoman dynasty.At the end of the Afternoon free time to discover Taksim Square, a busy nightlife, shopping, and dining area. Explore the vintage trams shuttle along IstikIaI Caddesi, the city’s main pedestrian boulevard, which is lined with 19th-century buildings housing international shopping chains, movie theatres, and cafes.
Overnight stay in ISTANBUL.
Meal: Breakfast, Local Lunch
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.Start with a fascinating boat cruise on the Bosphorus. The journey between the two shores that separate Europe and Asia is dominated by a harmonious unity of past and present, glory and simple beauty. You will discover facades of many picturesque houses, fortresses and palaces during our cruise.Visit Spice Bazaar, situated further to the north of the city, with its oriental flavours and fragrances followed by the Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest covered markets in the world.Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.Continue to Camlica Hill, the highest point of Istanbul known also as “Lover’s Hill” to enjoy a 360-degree viewof the city.Enjoy an early dinner at a local restaurant.You will be transferred to Istanbul (SAW) airport for your flight to Cappadocia.FLY FROM ISTANBUL TO KAYSERI (ETD 2100 ETA 2200) COST NOT INCLUDEDUpon arrival at Kayseri Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel in Cappadocia.Check-in at your hotel. (The rest of the day is free at leisure)
Overnight stay in CAPPADOCIA
Meal: Breakfast, Local Lunch, Local Dinner
This morning you have the opportunity to enjoy the optional activity of a Hot Air Balloon flight (pre-booking is
recommended at the time of booking your tour)
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Today visit the region of Goreme. We will visit the cave churches decorated with murals in the Goreme National
Park (a World Heritage Site). Here nature has created a fantasy landscape consisting of cliff walls, tufa-pyramids
and cones – resembling giant anthills.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Afterwards, drive to Avanos, visit a Handmade pottery-making workshop at Avanos Village and have shopping
opportunities. Stop by for picturesque photos (stops) in Avcilar, Uchisar, Guvercinlik and Derwent valley.
Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
In the evening enjoy an optional Turkish night Show after dinner.
Overnight stay in CAPPADOCIA
Meal: Breakfast, Local Lunch, Local Dinner
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Check out of the hotel (as you) and travel to Pamukkale via Konya. 0n the way, visit of the famous Seljuk
Caravanserai Sultanhani. Short visit of old convent of Mevlana, home to whirling dervishes.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Visit to a Textile Factory Outlet
Later you have time off to enjoy a thermal bath in a thermal hotel.
Enjoy local dinner at the hotel.
Overnight stay in PAMUKKALE
Meal: Breakfast, Local Lunch, Local Dinner
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Check out of the hotel as you enjoy sightseeing of Pamukkale, famously known as the Cotton Castle. The (from-far-visible) snow-white lime terraces have been created by the sediments of down flowing thermal waters. This fascinating nature spectacle was ascribed to be a source of healing powers even back in ancient times.
Visit of Hiareapolis which reached its peak of glory in the era of the Roman Empire, stretch along the upper
side of the lime interterraces. The Apollo temple dating back to the third century B.C. The Roman Theater is beautiful (and sumptuous) with its fifty stair steps of travertine.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Later continue you drive to Kusadasi, a beach resort town on Turkey’s western Aegean coast. Its seafront
promenade, marina, and harbour are lined with hotels and restaurants.
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free.
Enjoy local dinner at the hotel.
Overnight stay in KUSADASI
Meal: Breakfast, Local Lunch, Local Dinner
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Check out of the hotel as we visit Ephesus. The ruins of Ephesus is 18km away from Kusadasi and it is one of
the best preserved ancient cities of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The city was famed for the
nearby Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Later visit Leather Shopping opportunity in Seljuk area.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Continue to Izmir Airport for your flight back to Istanbul.
FLY IZMIR TO ISTANBUL (IST 0R SAW AIRPORT). (ETD 1645 ETA 1745) COST NOT INCLUDED
Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Overnight stay in ISTANBUL Meal: Breakfast, Local Lunch
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Check out of the hotel (standard check-out time is 1200hrs, late check-out is subject to availability). You will be transferred to Istanbul Airport as per your scheduled flight.
It’s time to return home with wonderful memories from your Turkish holiday!
BON VOYAGE!