Pearls of Turkey 7 Nights 8 Days
Highlights
- Explore Istanbul's Iconic Landmarks Visit the Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, and immerse yourself in the city's rich Ottoman and Byzantine heritage.
- Magical Cappadocia Discover the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia, famous for its fairy chimneys, rock-hewn churches, and ancient underground cities. Experience the lunar-like beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Visit the Ancient Ruins of Ephesus Walk through the ancient streets of Ephesus, seeing the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, and the Shrine of Virgin Mary—one of the best-preserved classical cities in the world.
- Cultural Immersion in Ankara Explore Ankara, the capital city, and visit the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations and Atatürk's Mausoleum, learning about Turkey's deep-rooted history and modern transformation.
- Optional Bosphorus Cruise Enjoy a scenic Bosphorus Cruise in Istanbul, taking in breathtaking views of the city’s skyline, palaces, and the meeting of two continents—Europe and Asia.
Overview
Discover the best of Turkey on this 8-day journey, visiting its most famous landmarks and hidden gems. Start in Istanbul with iconic sights like the Topkapi Palace and Blue Mosque. Explore the unique landscapes of Cappadocia, home to ancient rock formations and cave dwellings. Continue to Ankara, the capital, and the ancient city of Ephesus, before returning to Istanbul for a final day of sightseeing. This tour offers a perfect mix of history, culture, and natural beauty.
Route
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Arrival at Istanbul airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. A short briefing and overnight in Istanbul.
(Including Breakfast)
Following the breakfast we will drive to the old city where we will visit the Topkapi Palace. Perched on a hill that commands the Sea of Marmara, the Bosphorus, and the Golden Horn, this vast complex has been the seat of government of the Ottoman Empire for many centuries (1453-1852). You will see the Blue Mosque, the Basilica of St.Sophia, the Kariye Museum and the Underground Cistern. We will finish up the day in the bustling Grand Bazaar , with nearly 4000 shops of antiques, jewelry, gold, carpets and leatherwear.
(Including Breakfast)
Early in the morning we will fly to Kayseri for the Cappadocia Valley in the heart of the Anatolian Plateau, and marvel at the twisted lunar landscape. Successive eruptions of a now-extinct volcano left the plateau covered with volcanic tuff, which was transformed by intense erosion into beautiful landscapes of cones, columns, and canyons. Between the 4th and 13th centuries Christians hewed dwellings and sanctuaries from the rock, totally incorporating the architecture into the landscape.
(Including Breakfast)
Further exploration today includes the Valley of Fairy Chimneys, Goreme Valley, with its Byzantine rock churches, the city of Zelve and the subterranean city. Overnight in Cappadocia.
(Including Breakfast)
Following the breakfast we will drive to Ankara , where you'll visit the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations and the mausoleum of Kemal Ataturk, the founder of modern Turkey. Ankara is the capital of Turkey. The history of the city reaches way beyond 3rd century B.C. Transfer to airport for your flight to Izmir, and get settled in your hotel and overnight in Izmir.
(Including Breakfast)
Your full day tour of Ephesus includes visits to the Arcadian Way, the Marble Road, the Great Theater, the Library of Celcius, St. John's Basilica and the Shrine of Virgin Mary. Following the excursion we will drive to Izmir for our flight to Istanbul. and overnight in Istanbul.
(Including Breakfast)
We will spend the day with exploring the city on our own. An optional Bosphorus Cruise is also available.
(Including Breakfast)
after breakfast , transfer to Istanbul Airport for flight back to home.
Trip includes
Included
4 nights hotel in Istanbul - 5 Star Ramada By Wyndham Istanbul Pera Hotel Istanbul
2 nights hotel in Cappadocia - Special Class El Puente Cave Hotel
1 night hotel in Izmir - Hilton Garden Inn Izmir Bayrampasa
PS: If This hotel list not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange smilar other hotel for your group. If you prefer a Different category hotel, there might be an additional cost
1 Domestic Flight from Istanbul to Kayseri
1 Domestic Flight from Ankara to Izmir
1 Domestic Flight from Izmir to Istanbul
Professional English - speaking tour guides
Guiding Method Fully guided
English
All meals as stated in the itinerary. Breakfast
Vegetarian
Halal
Meat
Travel Insurance
Arrival airport transfer from Istanbul airport
Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking coach
Return airport transfer
7 Nights, 4 Star or 5 Star Hotel Accommodation including breakfast.
All sightseeing tours as described in the itinerary.
All Entrance Fees.
All admission fees to the visited sites.
All Taxes and service fees.
Excluded
Any tips to guide.
Driver or staff at hotels.
Items of a personal nature.
Drinks with meals (except the drinks served with breakfast) and medical services.
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