Best of Turkey-10 Days
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About This Experience in Istanbul
Why Visit Istanbul?
Istanbul is a fascinating city straddling Europe and Asia, rich in history and culture. Visit the Hagia Sophia, explore the Grand Bazaar, and cruise the Bosphorus. Istanbul offers stunning architecture, incredible cuisine, and a unique cultural blend.
Getting to Istanbul
The easiest way to reach Istanbul is by flying into Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW). The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- 2 night accommodation in Kusadasi
- Land transportation by air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
- 2 night accommodation in Cappadocia
- 3 night accommodation in Istanbul
- Economy class domestic flight tickets (if the “INCLUDED flight tickets” option is selected)
- Transfer services from/to Airports
- Meal plan as mentioned in the itinerary
- 2 night accommodation in Antalya
What's Not Included
- personal Expenses
- Tip to guides&drivers
- Entry Fees to histoical sites
- Domestic flight tickets (if the “EXCLUDED flight tickets” option is selected)
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Some historical sites may be closed during religious or national holidays. Before booking the tour, you can contact our team and confirm whether there will be a closed sites for the dates you want to take the tour.
- Baggage allowance: 15 kg checked + 8 kg hand luggage. (if the “INCLUDED flight tickets” option is selected)
- Free entry to hıstorical sites for childrens 8yr and below
- Entry tickets are excluded. Your guide will have pre-paid skip-the-line tickets to avoid long ticket queues. The cost of used entry tickets can be paid to your guide in cash Lira, USD, or Euro.
- Optional: Depending on your request and flight availability, land drive can be upgraded as flight from ANTALYA > CAPPADOCIA at the additional cost of 150 USD per person.If a flight upgrade is selected, there will be no visit to Konya and lunch and airport transfers will be provided by us.
- The Cleopatra Pool (Pamukkale): The Cleopatra Pool in Pamukkale is currently closed for maintenance. Unfortunately, the local municipality has not yet announced a reopening date.
- The Tünektepe Cable Car in Antalya is also closed due to renovation. As an alternative, you may choose to join a 1-hour boat tour in Antalya (optional).
- The tour offers INCLUDED and EXCLUDED domestic flight ticket options. Please select your preferred option during the booking process.
- For guests who choose the EXCLUDED flight tickets option, we will inform them which flights they need to purchase.
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Pickup Time: 15 minutes before departure
Itinerary
Arrival to Istanbul (Monday)
Upon arrival at Istanbul Ataturk Airport, you will... 1 hour
Upon arrival at Istanbul Ataturk Airport, you will be greeted and drives to your hotel.
Treasures of Istanbul (Tuesday)
was the largest building on earth barring the... 1 hour
was the largest building on earth barring the Egyptian Pyramids or the Great Wall of China. It was the religious center of the city during the Byzantine period.
It was the religious center of the city during the Byzantine period 1 hour
It was the religious center of the city during the Byzantine period.
Built by the Ottoman Sultan Ahmet I in... 1 hour
Built by the Ottoman Sultan Ahmet I in the year 1616, the Blue mosque today is one of the most famous landmarks of the old city with its famous six minarets and magnificent dome.
Hippodrome; Built by the Roman Emperor Septimus Severus... 1 hour
Hippodrome; Built by the Roman Emperor Septimus Severus in 203AD, during the Roman period hippodrome was the civil center for the people of the city where once 100,000 spectators could be held
With 18 entrances and more than 4000 shops,... 2 hours
With 18 entrances and more than 4000 shops, it is one of the greatest bazaars in the World
Basilica cistern; is the size of a cathedral;... 45 minutes
Basilica cistern; is the size of a cathedral; it is 143m long and 65m wide and can hold up to 80,000 cubic meters (or 17.5 million gallons) of water. There are 336 giant columns (mostly Ionic or Corinthian in style) supporting the structure in 12 rows of 28 columns.
HD Bosphorus Cruise / Flight to Izmir (Wednesday)
Upon breakfast at the hotel check out 2 hours
Upon breakfast at the hotel check out. According to your tour pick up a time to meet with your guide at the lobby of your hotel and depart for your half-day tour. The first visiting place is; Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar): The air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme, and every other concievable herb and spice.
Bosphorus Cruise: A traditional excursion by boat along... 2 hours
Bosphorus Cruise: A traditional excursion by boat along the waterway seperating Europe and Asia. The shore is lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. During the excursion you will pass the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace, Rustem Pasa Mosque, Rumeli Fortress and further along the parks and imperial pavillions of Yildiz Palace
After tour drive to Airport for your flight to Izmir 1 hour
After tour drive to Airport for your flight to Izmir.
Upon arrival you wıll be greeted by your... 1 hour
Upon arrival you wıll be greeted by your drıver who wıll drıve you safely to your hotel.
Ancient Ephesus Tour (Thursday)
The House of Virgin Mary; a church was... 1 hour
The House of Virgin Mary; a church was built from the 6C AD to the top of the foundations of a house from 1C AD and it is declared by the church to be the final house where Mary spent her last days.
Ancient Ephesus; The best-preserved classical city in the Eastern Mediterranean 2 hours
Ancient Ephesus; The best-preserved classical city in the Eastern Mediterranean. During the 1C AD, Ephesus was the second-largest city on the planet after Rome with more than 250,000 citizens. Ephesus is also so well preserved that, walking on the ancient streets among the beautiful monuments such as the third largest library of the ancient world or the largest roman theatre on the Asia continent, gives you the feeling of a time traveler
The Temple of Artemis or Artemision was one... 1 hour
The Temple of Artemis or Artemision was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Its ancient cult dedicated to Artemis was very famous in antiquity and made Ephesus a much-visited pilgrimage place.
Pamukkale Tour / Travel to Antalya (Friday)
Pamukkale; Pools of Heaven on Earth… Pamukkale has... 2 hours
Pamukkale; Pools of Heaven on Earth… Pamukkale has always been a very popular settlement where hot springs were believed to have healing powers so it is considered to be the earliest spa on earth wherein history people traveled long distances in order to find a cure. The unique terraces were formed by running warm spring water at a temperature of 35 C, containing calcium bicarbonate. Today Pamukkale is declared as a worlds heritage site by UNESCO.
Visit; the ancient city of Hierapolis which has... 1 hour
Visit; the ancient city of Hierapolis which has the biggest Necropolis with 1200 gravestones in Anatolia. Also, The Sacred Pool is one of the highlights of the site. Theır shallow thermal waters ripple over a wonderful scattering of ancient roman ruins that lie beneath.
At the end of the tour drive you to Antalya 3 hours
At the end of the tour drive you to Antalya. Check-in. Overnight in Antalya
Antalya City Tour (Saturday)
Today you visit the cable car ride 'from sea to sky' 2 hours
Today you visit the cable car ride 'from sea to sky'. Enjoy amazing views from the top of Tunektepe which stands 1365 mt above sea level. You will see the beautiful coastline of the Antalya region, gorgeous mountains, pine forests, and the turquoise Mediterranean sea. Great pictures taken during the trip will remind you of this unforgettable experience
Duden waterfalls are the most beautiful and the... 1 hour
Duden waterfalls are the most beautiful and the most visited in the Antalya region. Walk through the beautiful park and listen to the sound of falling water.
After lunch at a local restaurant with a... 3 hours
After lunch at a local restaurant with a beautiful panoramic view you will have 1-1.5 hours of free time to explore the old town (Kaleici). You will see top attractions of the city: Hadrianus Gate, Clock Tower, Kesik Minare (Truncated Minaret) and city walls dated back to the 2d century. Old Town with its narrow stone streets is also a great place to explore numerous boutiques, art galleries, and interesting museums. Do not forget to buy some memorable souvenirs from the authentic shops before leaving Kaleici. Overnight in Antalya
Konya / Cappadocia (Sunday)
Goreme Open Air Museum; Consists of many rock-cut... 3 hours
Goreme Open Air Museum; Consists of many rock-cut churches from the second half of 9C with beautiful colorful frescoes decorating the walls.
Then visit 700-years-old Sultanhani Caravanserai (ancient traders and... 1 hour
Then visit 700-years-old Sultanhani Caravanserai (ancient traders and travelers on silk road)
After lunch travel to Cappadocia 4 hours
After lunch travel to Cappadocia. Check ın. Overnight in Cappadocia
Underground Cities of Cappadocia (Monday)
Rose and Red Valley; is an incredibly unique... 1 hour
Rose and Red Valley; is an incredibly unique area of Cappadocia with sharp ridges, tinted in pink especially during sunset!the minerals in the sandstone have a pink tinge. This pink becomes more and more evident throughout the day, peaking at sunset when the sun glows directly onto the Rose Valley giving it that fine shade of pink so many people come to see.
is surrounded by a valley, which becomes gradually wider, called Red Valley 1 hour
is surrounded by a valley, which becomes gradually wider, called Red Valley. The houses of the village were cut into massive rock formations. The village is famous for its rock-churches.
earned its name from the countless man-made dovecotes... 1 hour
earned its name from the countless man-made dovecotes (Pigeon Houses) that have been carved into the soft volcanic tuff. Pigeon Valley is one of the best spots for walking in the marvelous Cappadocia region
once a place of refuge for 15000 christians 1 hour
once a place of refuge for 15000 christians. These settlements were of enormous value to the development of Christianity as they provided shelter and worship and were in use until the end of 7C AD. Witness the ancient bedrooms, church, meeting hall, and food storage rooms in this eight-story city connected by 30km of corridors and passageways.
famous for its friendly inhabitants, picturesque stone houses,... 1 hour
famous for its friendly inhabitants, picturesque stone houses, narrow streets and lovely churches as well as the castle-like rock formation after which the town is named.
Fairy Chimneys of Cappadocia / Flight to Istanbul (Tuesday)
Upon breakfast at the hotel check out, Goreme... 2 hours
Upon breakfast at the hotel check out, Goreme Museum; consists of many rock-cut churches from the second half of 9C with beautiful colorful frescoes decorating the walls.
Devrent Valley; is famous for its quirky animal-shaped rocks 1 hour
Devrent Valley; is famous for its quirky animal-shaped rocks. It looks like a sculpture zoo made by nature.
Pasabagi which means: the Pacha's vineyard 1 hour
Pasabagi which means: the Pacha's vineyard. This site is also called Monks Valley. The hermitage of Simeon monks was here.
Avanos; where you will enjoy typical Turkish Lunch... 1 hour
Avanos; where you will enjoy typical Turkish Lunch and experience make Potter with local experts.
Goreme Panaroma, which has one of the best panoramic view of the Fairy chimneys 30 minutes
Uchisar the Naturel highest Rock Castle provides a... 30 minutes
Uchisar the Naturel highest Rock Castle provides a magnificent panorama of the surrounding area
After tour drives to Kayseri Airport for your... 1 hour
After tour drives to Kayseri Airport for your 1hour 30min domestic flight to Istanbul.
Upon arrival you wıll be greeted by your... 1 hour
Upon arrival you wıll be greeted by your driver who wıll drıve you safely to your hotel. Check in. Overnight in Istanbul.
Departure Day (Wednesday)
Upon breakfast at the hotel check out and... 1 hour
Upon breakfast at the hotel check out and according to your flight deperture time drives to Istanbul Airport. End of our service.
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