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Discover some of Turkey's most famous landmarks in Istanbul, Cappadocia, Konya, Pamukkale, and Ephesus with professional guides. domestic flights, with accommodation included across 8 days.

Highlights

• Exlore the magical city of Istanbul Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophiae
• Discover the natural beauty of Cappadocia, Goreme and the underground city of
• Visit Konya, the home of the Whirling Dervishes
• See Ephesus and its Grand Theater, Celsus Library, hadrian temple and others
• Explore the ancient Greek city of Hierapolis with White Terraces and Pools

Description

Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul Arrival at Istanbul or Sabiha Gokcen Airport. Be transferred to your accommodation. Overnight in Istanbul Day 2: Full-Day Istanbul Tour (Breakfast) Discover the highlights of Istanbul on a guided tour. Visit the Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and Hippodrome. Visit the Grand Bazaar for some shopping and bargain hunting. Overnight in Istanbul. Day 3: Istanbul to Cappadocia flight – Cappadocia Tour (Breakfast) Early-morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia. Transfer to your hotel on arrival. Start by visiting the Three Sisters Fairy Chimneys in Urgup which are the iconic symbol for the region. Descend into the Ozkonak Underground city. Head to Uchisar Rock Castle and take in panoramic views of the valleys of Cappadocia. Overnight stay in a cave hotel Day 4: Full-Day Cappadocia Tour (Breakfast) Discover the lunar-like landscape of Cappadocia with spectacular rock formations in the Devrent Valley. Stop at Avanos, a center of terracotta artwork since 3000 BC. Watch a demonstration in a traditional pottery workshop. In the afternoon, visit the Goreme Open Air Museum. Overnight stay in a cave hotel Day 5: Cappadocia – Konya – Pamukkale (Breakfast – Dinner) Drive to Pamukkale early in the morning. Arrive in Konya, visit the Mausoleum of Mevlana, the world-famous mystic. Continue to Pamukkale and enjoy an overnight stay in a Thermal Hotel. Enjoy a swim in the hotel's rejuvenating thermal pools. Day 6: Pamukkale – Kusadasi (Breakfast – Dinner) In the morning, visit the ancient Greek city of Hierapolis, white terraces, and travertines and pools. Travel to Kusadasi for an overnight stay. Day 7: Kusadasi – Ephesus – Istanbul by flight (Breakfast) Visit the Artemis Temple which is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Continue to Ephesus ancient city. Visit the Baths of Scholastica, the Library of Celsus; the Temple of Hadrian and The Grand Theater. After Ephesus, visit the Catholic shrine of the House of the Virgin Mary. Transfer to Izmir airport, flight back to Istanbul. Arrival to Istanbul, transfer to your hotel for the night Day 8: Departure from Istanbul (Breakfast) Transfer to the airport for your flight back home. Depends upon flight availabilities , this program can be organised reverse. ( Istanbul - Ephesus - Pamukkale - Konya - Cappadocia ) Same places will be visited. Saturday arrivals : Istanbul tour will be at the end of the tour on Friday. Istanbul to Izmir flight will be on Day 2. Update for St. Sophia: Live guiding is not allowed in St. Sophia anymore. Guests have to have their smart phones and headphones. Headphones can be purchased at the cost of 3,5-USD. The system is similar to audio guide system. Guests who does not have smart phones will follow the signs and the given informations on the signs

Includes

Entry fees 7-night accommodation at a boutique, cave, and 4-star hotels Licensed guide Domestic flights from Istanbul to Cappadocia and Izmir to Istanbul Transportation by air-conditioned minivan with driver 7 Breakfasts and 2 dinners

Important Information

• The itinerary can be organized in reverse depending on flight and hotel availability This tour involves some walking, we highly recommend that you wear comfortable low-heeled shoes and casual clothes. Sun glasses and hats are recommended, Cameras are recommended, Swimming Suits ( We will have a chance to swim in Thermal Pools in our hotel in Pamukkale ) Boutique Hotels in Istanbul: Yasmak Sultan, Celal Sultan Hotel, or Recital Hotel (or similar) Cave Hotel in Cappadocia: Melekler Evi, Zeydem Suites, or Fresco Konakları Hotels in Pamukkale: Colossae Thermal or Pam Thermal Hotel (or similar) Hotels for Kusadasi: Efe Butik or Neopol Deluxe (or similar)

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund