Cappadocia and Central Anatolia Tour with Professional Tour Guide
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About This Tour in Ankara
Why Visit Ankara?
Ankara, Turkey offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Ankara provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Ankara
You can reach Ankara, Turkey by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. 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
- Local taxes & 18 % VAT
- Private English Speaking guiding
- Lunches on tour
- Private A/C luxurious Mercedes Sprinter for the tours and transfers
- Return private airport transfers
What's Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Drinks at lunches
- Dinners
- Gratuities for the guide and driver
- Accommodations
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infant meals not included
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Pickup Time: 30 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
ANKARA
Take the morning, noon or evening flight to... 24 hours
Take the morning, noon or evening flight to Ankara: Several Direct flights from Istanbul- Izmir and the other cities in Turkey. Arrival at the airport, meet our guide and driver at the exit gate. We will first drive to the Mauseloum of Ataturk the builder of Turkish Republic. Then we will head on to old capital site ; Angora where we have the castle of Angora and the European best museum winner museum; Old Anatolian Civilisation Museum. Following the lunch, we will visit the museum which has the richest Hittite collection. Overnight at the old district of Ankara.
CAPPADOCIA
Drive to Hattusas, capital of the Hittite empire in the 2nd millennium BC 24 hours
Drive to Hattusas, capital of the Hittite empire in the 2nd millennium BC. The ancient city is on the outskirts of present-day Bogazkale, just over 125 miles east of Ankara. The Hittites were the first true empire in the Anatolian area, and is mentioned in texts from other empires outside the area and in The Bible. Lunch and visit the temples and the castles. The two rows meet on the north wall where the most important images in the shrine of Yazilikaya are to be found: The God of Tempests Teshub and the Goddess of the Sun Hepatu. The largest relief in the main gallery however is the one representing King Tudhaliyas IV, thus giving as a date in the second half of the 13th century B.C. Transfer to your hotel in Cappadocia and overnight.
CAPPADOCIA
Following the meeting with our guide and driver... 24 hours
Following the meeting with our guide and driver at the reception, we start the day with the lunar landscape of Cappadocia: rock formations beyond belief in Devrent valley; visit to Pasabag “fairy chimneys” where the voice of wind mixes with the “songs of fairies”. We head on to Avanos Avanos, centre of terra cotta work of art since 3000 BC. and a demonstration in a traditional pottery workshop. Following the lunch at a local restaurant, we visit the famous Goreme Open Air Museum and see the best examples of Byzantine art in Cappadocia in rock-cut churches with frescoes and paintings (10th to 13th century). Overnight in Cappadocia
CAPPADOCIA
Our guide and driver will meet you at... 24 hours
Our guide and driver will meet you at the lobby of the hotel and we will start driving south of Cappadocia to the town of Kaymakli where we have the UNESCO site called Kaymakli underground city. Kaymakli is one of the widest of the other underground cities in Cappadocia. We wisit 5 floors of it and continue to our way by driving the scenic Anatolian plain to see the farms, fields and the small villages. En route, we stop by Nar Creater Lake for a photo break. Arrival to canyon, we hike around 3.8 km along the stream of Melendiz and the beatiful nature. Having lunch by the river will be the reward of the hike and we will drive to the end of the canyon for another photo option. En route, we will stop by Sarihan Caravanserai to visit that 13th century residence for the merchants and their camels. Overnight in Cappadocia.
KONYA
Today we will check out and drive to the capital of Seljuklian Empire ; Konya 24 hours
Today we will check out and drive to the capital of Seljuklian Empire ; Konya. Known as old Iconium Konya had been a big center and played a big role in the history. En route, we will stop by the biggest caravanserai of Anatolia; Sultanhan. Arrival to Konya , we first check into our hotel which is a stone throw away from the Museum of Mevlana the Rumi. His poets and philosophy comes from 13th century AD still takes millions of people to this city. Following the lunch, we visit the museum & tumb of Mevlana and the Medreses of Karatayhan in the city. Walking around and enjoying the great atmosphere of the city of Konya will be tastefull. Overnight in Konya
ISTANBUL
We will transfer you to the airport of Konya to take the flight back to Istanbul 24 hours
We will transfer you to the airport of Konya to take the flight back to Istanbul.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
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