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Tour Detail
Take the strain out of Turkey travel planning when you prebook this 8-day tour, with guides to put everything in context and help the journey go smoothly. You’ll see no fewer than four UNESCO World Heritage sites: Ephesus, Pamukkale, Cappadocia and historic Istanbul. One convenient flat price includes transfers, guiding, admission charges, most meals and 4-star accommodation—not to mention a magical sunrise balloon flight over Cappadocia’s eerie valleys.
Tour Program
Upon arrival, visit the historical Hippodrome, the famous Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, a former GreekOrthodox patriarchal basilica, later an imperial mosque, and now a museum in Istanbul, and themagnificent Topkapi Palace.
• Proceed to Bolu for dinner and overnight stay.
Leave Bolu for Ankara after breakfast to visit the Ataturk Mausoleum – dedicated to the 1st Presidentof modern Türkiye.
Make a photo stop at the Salt Lake.
Continue with the journey to Cappadocia – best known for its unique moon-like landscape, underground cities and cave churches.
Cappadocia – Cave Hotel or similar
Start an unbelievable day with an optional Hot Air Balloon ride over the most extraordinary landscape [OwnExpenses].
• After breakfast, visit the incredible underground city of Tatlarin, once a place of refuge for 15,000Christians.
• Then, stop at Esentepe Hill for a panoramic view of Cappadocia.
• Visit Goreme Open Air Museum with fascinating rock-hewn Churches and Pigeon Valley with manycaves.
• Make a photo stop at Uchisar Castle – view the rock castle and enjoy the magnificent view of theCappadocia landscape.
• Head to Sunset Hill for beautiful sunset views from the site.
• Next, don the Ottoman Sultan’s Family Costume for a complimentary group photo shoot.
• Visit a local Onyx centre and a Turkish traditional carpet shop.
• Stop at Avanos Pottery Village for a visit.
• After dinner, enjoy the exotic Turkish Belly Dance Show.
• Cappadocia – Cave Hotel or similar
In the morning, leave Cappadocia for Pamukkale.
• En route, visit Selcukhan Caravanserai – an ancient inn and rest stop for the Silk Road travellers in theolden days.
• Then, make a stop to view an Obruk [a “sinkhole” lake].
• After that, continue with the journey to Pamukkale.
• Visit a textile centre.
• After checking in, indulge yourself in a Turkish thermal bath!!! [Please bring your own swimsuit]
• Pamukkale – Adempira Thermal Hotel or similar
In the morning, visit the ruins of Hierapolis - a UNESCO Heritage site and an ancient city located on hotsprings. Also enjoy the sight of the geological wonder of the “Cotton Castle”, white travertine terracesformed over thousands of years.
• Then, visit a local leather factory & enjoy a fashion show.
• After that, make a memorable visit to Ephesus - an ancient Greek city that was regarded as the mostimportant and largest centre of the old Mediterranean world.
• Visit the House of Virgin Mary - people believed that the Virgin Mary lived here with St John towards theend of her life.
• Kusadasi – Ramada Suite & Resort Hotel or similar
In the morning, leave Kusadasi for Canakkale.
• En route, stop by Sirince Village, a pretty, old Orthodox village. (if time permits, especially in winter)
• Then, proceed to Pergamon to visit the Asklepion – an ancient Temple of Healing.
• The tour continues to the site of ancient TROY – the ancient city of the Trojan War. Take photos of theTrojan Horse.
• Visit a Lokum (candy) shop for traditional Turkish delight tasting.
• Canakkale – Kolin Hotel or similar
• Leave Canakkale for Istanbul after breakfast.
• On arrival, visit the Spice Bazaar for delightful dried fruits & spices.
• Then, go on the Bosphorus Cruise and get a good view of the long strait between Asia & Europe linkingthe Black Sea and Marmara Sea. A marvelous experience indeed!
• Istanbul – Pullman Istanbul West Hotel or similar
• After breakfast, take a stroll on Taksim Square, a major tourist and leisure district famed for itsrestaurants, shops and hotels, and along Istiklal Street, the busiest street in Turkey.
• Then, proceed to the district of Ortakoy, a bubbling area with open-air cafes, art boutiques, handicraftmarket and colorful stalls.
• Next, visit the 500-year-old Grand Bazaar where you can also shop for souvenirs, local products andhandicrafts.
• After dinner, proceed to the airport for your flight
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