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Limited Time Offer
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100% Private Tour
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| TRIP OVERVIEW |
| Explore the best of Turkey on this 8-day guided journey, combining the magical landscapes of Cappadocia, the ancient ruins of Ephesus and Hierapolis, the natural wonder of Pamukkale, and the vibrant culture and historic landmarks of Istanbul and Bursa. Discover surreal fairy chimneys, underground cities, Ottoman masterpieces, and traditional crafts, all while enjoying comfortable accommodations, domestic flights, and seamless transfers. |
| HIGHTLIGHTS |
✔ Travel with Ease Domestic Flights Included: Istanbul-Cappadocia/Cappadocia-Izmir/Izmir-Istanbul
✔ Discover Panoramic viewpoint over the Golden Horn accessible by cable car Pierre Loti Hill
✔ Discover major streets, Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian, and amphitheater at Ephesus Ancient City
✔ Walk on dazzling white terraces in Pamukkale
✔ Enjoy scenic Bosphorus cruise with palaces, mosques, and waterfront panoramas
✔ Visit Topkapi Palace the primary residence of the Ottoman sultans for almost 400 years
✔ Visit the amazing historic architectural of Hagia Sophia
✔ Explore Blue Mosque Ottoman masterpiece blending harmoniously with Byzantine influences
✔ Visit the Grand Bazaar to explore Istanbul’s vibrant shops and lively atmosphere
✔ Admire exquisite Ottoman tilework and history Bursa Green Mosque & Tomb
✔ Stand in awe at the monumental mausoleum of Atatürk
✔ See the fairy chimneys in Cappadocia’s Dervent Valley
✔ Venture into Cardak Underground City, an intricate refuge from centuries past
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| BRIEF ITINERARY |
| DAY 01:ARRIVE ISTANBUL-CAPPADOCIA (DOMESTIC FLIGHT) (D)
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| DAY 02: CAPPADOCIA TOUR (B, L, D)
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| DAY 03:CAPPADOCIA-IZMIR-KUSADASI (DOMESTIC FLIGHT) (B, L, D)
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| DAY 04: KUSADASI-PAMUKKALE-KUSADASI (400KM) (B, L, D)
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| DAY 05:KUSADASI-ISTANBUL (DOMESTIC FLIGHT) (B, L, D)
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| DAY 06: ISTANBUL TOUR (B, L, D)
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| DAY 07: ISTANBUL-BURSA TOUR-ISTANBUL (360KM) (B, L, D)
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| DAY 08: ISTANBUL TOUR – DEPART (B, L)
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| HOTEL OPTIONS |
| 5★ | Istanbul: Ramada Plaza Tekstilkent or similar
Kusadasi: Ramada Hotel & suites or similar
Cappadocia: Dinler Hotel or similar
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| DETAILED ITINERARY |
| DAY 01:ARRIVE ISTANBUL-CAPPADOCIA (DOMESTIC FLIGHT) (D)
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After your arrival to Istanbul Airport,get domestic flight for Cappadocia, pick up at the exit of first gate by local guide. (Holding a sign with your name on it)Lunch at Local Restaurant in Cappadocia. Overnight in Cappadocia. |
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| DAY 02: CAPPADOCIA TOUR (B, L, D)
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After breakfast, discover the cultural and natural wonders of Cappadocia on a full-day guided tour: |
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Love Valley Scenic Stop |
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Discover Cappadocia’s most iconic rock formations and fairy chimneys, shaped by volcanic activity and natural erosion over millions of years, while learning about the region’s geological history from your guide. |
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Traditional Carpet School Visit |
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Experience Turkey’s rich carpet-weaving heritage through an educational visit showcasing handmade techniques, natural dyes, and symbolic Anatolian designs. |
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Avanos Pottery Town |
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Visit the historic riverside town of Avanos, famous for its pottery tradition dating back to the Hittite era, using red clay sourced from the Kızılırmak River. Enjoy a hands-on cultural experience with live demonstrations of traditional pottery making and carpet weaving, highlighting skills passed down through generations. |
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Çardak Underground City |
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Explore this ancient underground complex carved into volcanic rock, once used by early communities as a shelter and defensive refuge, complete with tunnels and living chambers. |
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Devrent Valley |
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After lunch, proceed journey to Devrent Valley. Marvel at uniquely shaped fairy chimneys resembling mushrooms and animals, making this valley one of Cappadocia’s most imaginative and photogenic landscapes. |
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Ortahisar Rock-Cut Castle Viewpoint |
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Visit this natural fortress carved into rock, offering panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and traditional Greek houses built in the 1800s. |
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Dinner and overnight in Cappadocia. |
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| DAY 03:CAPPADOCIA-IZMIR-KUSADASI (DOMESTIC FLIGHT) (B, L, D)
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After breakfast, the day begins with a visit to a Jewellery Workshop & Center, where you can admire and learn about traditional Turkish jewelry craftsmanship, including intricate gold and silver designs that reflect centuries of Ottoman artistry. Next, we drive to Uçhisar Rock Castle, the highest natural fortress in Cappadocia, offering panoramic views over the region’s surreal landscape of fairy chimneys, valleys, and volcanic rock formations—perfect for photography and appreciating the unique geography of Cappadocia. |
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Following this, we enjoy lunch in the charming town of Göreme, located in the heart of Cappadocia, which is famous for its cave dwellings and rock-cut churches, some of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites. After lunch, the tour continues to Cavusin Old Village, a historic Greek settlement known for its centuries-old stone houses, ancient churches, and atmospheric streets carved into the soft volcanic rock, providing insight into the traditional way of life in the region. |
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The day concludes with a transfer to the airport for a domestic flight to Izmir, followed by an overnight stay in Kusadasi. |
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| DAY 04: KUSADASI-PAMUKKALE-KUSADASI (400KM) (B, L, D)
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After breakfast, we drive to Pamukkale, one of Turkey’s most famous natural wonders. Upon arrival, we begin with Textile Shopping, where you can explore high-quality local fabrics and traditional Turkish textiles, perfect for souvenirs or gifts. |
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Following this, we enjoy lunch before heading to the Antique City of Hierapolis, an ancient Greco-Roman city founded in the 2nd century BC. Hierapolis sits atop the breathtaking Pamukkale Travertines, where mineral-rich thermal waters have flowed for centuries, depositing white calcium terraces and creating a surreal landscape of natural pools and basins, often referred to as the “Cotton Castle.” Visitors can wander through the ruins, which include a well-preserved theater, necropolis, and ancient temples, offering a unique combination of natural beauty and historic significance. |
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After exploring Hierapolis and the travertine terraces, we drive back to Kusadasi for dinner at the hotel and an overnight stay. |
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| DAY 05:KUSADASI-ISTANBUL (DOMESTIC FLIGHT) (B, L, D)
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After breakfast, the day begins with a visit to an Outlet Leather Factory & Center, where travelers can enjoy free time for shopping and experience a live fashion show, showcasing contemporary Turkish leather craftsmanship and designs. This is a perfect opportunity to pick up high-quality leather goods, jackets, bags, and accessories directly from the makers. |
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Next, we continue to Ephesus, one of the most significant ancient cities in Turkey and a major port town of the Roman era, once home to over 250,000 inhabitants. The city is famous for its remarkably well-preserved ruins, which offer a fascinating glimpse into the daily life, architecture, and culture of antiquity. Visitors can marvel at the Library of Celsus, an iconic façade that once housed thousands of scrolls, wander through the Agora, the city’s central marketplace, and explore the Temple of Hadrian and Fountain of Trajan, each adorned with intricate carvings and inscriptions. The Grand Theatre remains an impressive structure, reflecting the city’s cultural and social life, while colorful mosaics and ancient streets reveal Ephesus’ rich heritage. |
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After a full exploration of this remarkable archaeological site, we transfer to the airport for a domestic flight to Istanbul. Dinner is arranged at a local restaurant, followed by an overnight stay in Istanbul |
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| DAY 06: ISTANBUL TOUR (B, L, D)
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After breakfast, continue Istanbul tour to the Hippodrome of Constantinople, once the social and sporting heart of the Byzantine Empire, historically used for horse and chariot races and still home to ancient monuments and obelisks. |
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Next, visit the magnificent Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque), the only mosque in Istanbul featuring six minarets, celebrated for its elegant domes, harmonious proportions, and exquisite İznik tile decoration. |
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Proceed to a photo stop at Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque (Ayasofya-i Kebir Cami-i Şerifi), an architectural masterpiece that has stood for centuries, renowned for its massive dome, historical significance, and its role as the largest Eastern Roman church in Istanbul. |
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Continue the day with a photo stop at Topkapi Palace – First Courtyard, the former imperial residence of Ottoman sultans, offering a glimpse into the grandeur and administrative heart of the Ottoman Empire. |
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Then you will enjoy bosphorus cruise with boat and experience the magnificent view between asia and Europe.Overnight in Istanbul. |
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| DAY 07: ISTANBUL-BURSA TOUR-ISTANBUL (360KM) (B, L, D)
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After breakfast, transfer to Bursa, we start with shopping at the Turkish Delights, then visit to the Green Mosque and Green Tomb, continue by a visit of the The Grand Mosque which is one of the most attractive examples of the Ottoman architecture in the transition period. The mosque, with an interior fountain and a beautiful wooden pulpit is considered a classic. Return to Istanbul for overnight stay . |
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| DAY 08: ISTANBUL TOUR – DEPART (B, L)
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After breakfast, you will start the day with a visit Pierre Loti Hill with Cable-Car,is located in Eyup and which belongs to Fatih district,on the european side of Bosphorus.Countinue our day begins at the top of Istiklal Avenue, in Taksim Square.Free at leisure to visit Grand Bazaar. Transfer to airport.Thanks for visiting Turkey |
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| TRIP GALLERY |
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| Pierre Loti Hill with Cable-Car...
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| Uchisar Castle...
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| Çardak Underground City...
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| Magical Cappadocia...
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| Pamukkale...
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| Ephesus, Turkey...
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| The Hippodrome, Sultanahmet district...
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| Bosphorus boat trip...
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| INCLUSION |
- Domestic Flights Included
- Meals inclusive as specified
- All entrances inclusive as specified
- Hotel accommodation as specified
- Transfers inclusive as specified
- Private tour with English speaking guide
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| EXCLUSION |
- International Flight Ticket & Taxes
- Tipping
- MSIG Insurance
- High Season Surcharge
- Any item not stated under 'Inclusions'
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