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Turkey Unveiled: An Expedition Across Continents and Eras

Duration - 11 Nights 12 Days
Tour Type - FIT | Land Package
Meal Plan- CP

Journey Starts From

Pickup from Istanbul New Airport (IST)

Journey Ends At

Drop-off at Nevşehir Airport (NAV)

Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul
  • Arrival: Land at Istanbul New Airport (IST).
  • Transfer: Private transfer to your hotel (early check-in subject to availability).
  • Afternoon Tour:
    • Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya): A masterpiece of Byzantine architecture.
    • Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque): Known for its stunning blue tiles.
    • Hippodrome of Constantinople: Features the Obelisk of Theodosius and Serpent Column.
    • Stroll through Sultanahmet Square.
  • Overnight Stay: Istanbul.
Day 2: Istanbul Exploration & Bosphorus Cruise
  • Morning Tour:
    • Topkapi Palace: Ottoman sultans’ palace with historical artifacts.
    • Grand Bazaar: A sprawling market with over 4,000 shops.
  • Afternoon:
    • Cable Car Ride to Pierre Loti Hill for panoramic views of Istanbul.
    • Bosphorus Cruise: Witness Rumeli Fortress and Leander’s Tower from the water.
    • Optional: Evening stroll through Taksim Square.
  • Overnight Stay: Istanbul.
Day 3: Day Trip to Bursa
  • Transfer: Early morning drive to Bursa (approx. 2.5 hours).
  • Tour Highlights:
    • Green Mosque and Tomb (Yeşil Camii): Famous for its exquisite tiles.
    • Grand Mosque (Ulu Camii): An iconic Ottoman mosque.
    • Cumalıkızık Village: A UNESCO site showcasing Ottoman-era houses.
  • Return to Istanbul by evening.
  • Overnight Stay: Istanbul.
Day 4: Istanbul – Gallipoli & Troy – Pergamon
  • Early Morning Drive to Gallipoli: Visit WWI battlefields and memorials.
    • Troy: Explore the legendary city of Troy and see the Trojan Horse replica.
  • Evening Transfer to Pergamon: Arrive and settle at a local hotel.
  • Overnight Stay: Pergamon.
Day 5: Pergamon – Izmir – Kusadasi
  • Morning Tour in Pergamon:
    • Visit the Acropolis with its ancient temples and theater.
    • Explore the Asclepion, an ancient healing center.
  • Drive to Izmir: Explore the vibrant coastal city briefly.
  • Evening Transfer to Kusadasi.
  • Overnight Stay: Kusadasi.
Day 6: Ephesus & Virgin Mary’s House
  • Morning Tour:
    • Ephesus: Visit the Odeon, Temple of Hadrian, Celsus Library, and Grand Theatre.
    • House of Virgin Mary: Believed to be the last residence of the Virgin Mary.
  • Optional: Visit Sirince Village, known for its wine and quaint streets.
  • Overnight Stay: Kusadasi.
Day 7: Kusadasi – Pamukkale
  • Drive to Pamukkale: Scenic drive (approx. 3 hours).
  • Tour Highlights:
    • Hierapolis: Ancient city with its Necropolis, Roman Baths, and amphitheater.
    • Pamukkale’s Travertine Terraces: Iconic thermal pools.
  • Optional: Relax in the Cleopatra Pool.
  • Overnight Stay: Pamukkale.
Day 8: Pamukkale – Aphrodisias – Antalya
  • Morning: Visit Aphrodisias, the ancient city of Aphrodite.
  • Afternoon Drive to Antalya: Arrive by evening and check in.
  • Overnight Stay: Antalya.
Day 9: Antalya Sightseeing
  • Morning Tour:
    • Düden Waterfalls: Picturesque natural waterfalls.
    • Kaleiçi (Old Town): Stroll through cobbled streets and Ottoman houses.
  • Afternoon Optional:
    • Visit Aspendos Theatre or Perge, ancient Roman sites.
    • Relax at Lara Beach or Konyaaltı Beach.
  • Overnight Stay: Antalya.
Day 10: Antalya – Konya – Cappadocia
  • Morning Drive to Konya: En route stop at Sultanhan Caravanserai, a 13th-century roadside inn.
  • Konya Tour:
    • Mevlana Museum: Dedicated to Rumi, founder of the Whirling Dervishes.
    • Theological School of Whirling Dervishes.
  • Evening Drive to Cappadocia.
  • Overnight Stay: Cappadocia.
Day 11: Explore Cappadocia
  • Full-Day Tour Highlights:
    • Göreme Open-Air Museum: UNESCO site with rock-cut churches.
    • Kaymaklı Underground City: Explore the labyrinthine tunnels.
    • Uçhisar Castle: The highest point in Cappadocia for panoramic views.
    • Devrent Valley: Known as Imagination Valley for its surreal rock formations.
    • Paşabağ (Monks Valley): Fairy chimneys and cave dwellings.
    • Avanos: Famous for pottery workshops.
  • Optional: Early morning Hot Air Balloon Ride for breathtaking views.
  • Overnight Stay: Cappadocia.
Day 12: Departure
  • Morning Transfer: Drive to Nevşehir Airport or Kayseri Airport for a domestic flight to Istanbul.
  • International Flight: Connect to your homeward flight from Istanbul New Airport (IST).
  • Take back memories of Turkey’s diverse landscapes and cultural treasures.

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Inclusions

Airport/Railway Station Pickup and Drop-off, Accommodation in comfortable hotels, Daily breakfast & dinner, Transfers and sightseeing in a private/sic air-conditioned vehicle, Toll Taxes, Driver Allowances.

Exclusions

Airfare/Train Fare, Meals Not Mentioned, Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, and phone calls, Early Check-in, Late Check-out, Extra sightseeing, Optional Tours, Guide, Porter, Entrance Fees, Permits, Travel Insurance, Visa (If required), ILP (If required), Extra Services, Any Increase in Government Taxes or Fuel Surcharge, Anything Not Mentioned in inclusions.
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