Arrive in Istanbul

Istanbul - Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Take your time to check into your room and relax after your flight. At an appropriate time, your travel consultant will meet you at the hotel to briefly inform you about your 7-day Turkey tour.

Overnight in Istanbul.

Istanbul Old City Walking Tour (Breakfast and Lunch Included)

Istanbul - After breakfast, your guide will pick you up from the hotel for a full-day old city walking tour.

We will visit Hagia Sophia, The Blue Mosque, The Hippodrome, Obelisk of Theodosius from Egypt, Serpentine Column from the Temple of Delphi, German Fountain, Grand Bazaar, and Topkapi Palace. After the tour, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia.

Overnight in Cappadocia.

Blue Mosque - The Sultan Ahmed Mosque, one of the most revered masterpieces of the Islamic world, is famous for its blue ceramic tiles and six minarets.

Hagia Sophia Mosque - The Church of Holy Wisdom, undoubtedly one of the greatest architectural creations in the world, was used as a mosque during the Ottoman era, then converted into a museum during the Republic of Turkey, and today has been converted back into a mosque.

Basilica Cistern - Known in Byzantium as the Basilica Cistern, it was founded by Justinian after the Nika Revolt in 532. As the population of Constantinople increased, water supply became an issue. The Basilica Cistern was used to store water for the Great Palace.

Hippodrome - The center for entertainment, amusement, and sports in the city during the Roman and Byzantine Empires. The Egyptian Obelisk, the Serpentine Column, and the German Fountain of Wilhelm II are sites to be visited.

Grand Bazaar - The oldest and largest covered marketplace in the world, with almost 4,000 shops offering a rich collection of handmade carpets, jewelry, leather, and souvenirs.

North Cappadocia Tour (Breakfast and Lunch included)

Cappadocia - Early in the morning, the driver will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel and transfer you to the airport. You will fly to Cappadocia airport. Upon arrival, a representative will meet you at the exit and transfer you to our office where you will start the guided North Cappadocia tour.

We will visit: Goreme Panorama, Uchisar Castle (Byzantine period), Pasabag Valley, Devrent Valley, Goreme Open Air Museum, Kizilirmak River, and the towns of Urgup and Avanos, which are famous for red clay pottery where you can try your pottery skills.

At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel. You have the rest of the day to explore Cappadocia on your own.

Overnight in Cappadocia.

Goreme National Park - Cappadocia, with its unique landscape of volcanic rock formations, amazing underground churches, and cities carved into the rocks by early Christians. Go off the tourist track to visit small villages and discover the unknown parts of Cappadocia. Visit Magic Valley, Goreme and Zelve Open Air Museum, Pasabag Valley, and Cavusin Village. An optional hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia is available early in the morning.

Pasabag - Pasabag Valley is home to some of Cappadocia’s most famous ‘Fairy Chimneys’. It features an incredible, diverse landscape unlike anywhere else on earth.

Devrent Valley - Known as “Imagination Valley”, this region contains rock formations that look almost like sculptures.

South Cappadocia Tour (Breakfast and Lunch included)

Cappadocia - This morning, be one of the lucky ones to greet the sun from a hot air balloon, which is the best experience of your 10-day Turkey tour.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out. You will be picked up from your hotel for the South Cappadocia tour.

We will visit: Ortahisar Castle, Love Valley, hiking in Red Valley, which gets its name from the rose-colored rock, Cavusin Village, and the Underground City with its several floors.

At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.

Overnight in Cappadocia.

Uchisar Castle - Uchisar Castle (Uçhisar Kalesi) is Cappadocia’s tallest fairy chimney, a natural fortress in the form of a volcanic rock outcrop visible from miles in any direction. While not a castle by the standard definition, the outcrop was used during the late Byzantine and early Ottoman periods as a natural fortress for protection against armies on the surrounding plains. Erosion has revealed a honeycomb-like structure of cavities within the rock, many of which were used as natural dwellings until the makeshift village was evacuated during the 1960s.

A climb up 120 steps leads to the summit of Uchisar Castle — a perfect vantage point for watching the stunning view of the Cappadocia landscape.

Red Valley - Red Valley (Kizilcukur) is one of the best places to watch the sunrise and sunset in Cappadocia. The valley is located in the middle of Goreme National Park and is named after the red-colored tuff rocks and fairy chimneys spread throughout the valley.

Cavusin - Cavusin Village is one of the most special regions in Cappadocia due to its unique historical structures. The village has a very aesthetic appearance. In the upper part of the village, there are many cave houses built by people who lived here centuries ago. All the cave houses found here were built between the 3rd and 13th centuries.

Kaymakli Underground City - It is the widest underground city in Cappadocia and was used by refugees or people fleeing from catastrophes.

Ephesus Tour (Breakfast and Lunch Included)

Ancient City of Ephesus - After breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up by the tour guide around 09:00-09:30 am to start the Ephesus Tour. Visits include the Artemis Temple, which used to be one of the 7 wonders of the ancient world, Ephesus Ancient City, Hadrian Temple, Celsus Library, Theater, Hamams, and Old Harbor. Midday, there will be a lunch break at a local restaurant. The last visit will be to the House of Virgin Mary, where Virgin Mary spent her last 5 years before she died and is recognized as a pilgrimage site by the Vatican. At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay in Kusadasi.
Overnight in Pamukkale.

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - Visit the house of the Virgin Mary.

The Temple of Artemis - Temple of Artemis.

Pamukkale Tour (Breakfast and Lunch Included)

Pamukkale - After breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up from your hotel for a full-day Pamukkale and Hierapolis tour.

We will visit: Hierapolis Ancient City, Cleopatra’s Antique Pool, and White Travertine Terraces with their beautiful panorama. You also have the chance to bathe in the Hot Springs (White Travertines) or Cleopatra Swimming Pool.

At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Kusadasi. (2.5 hrs driving with stops and beautiful landscape)

Overnight in Kusadasi.

Departure from Istanbul (Breakfast Included)

Istanbul - According to your international flight time, we will transfer you to Istanbul (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW). You will do self-check-in. End of our service.

• Comprehensive tours with professional, licensed guides.
• Inclusive of all transportation and entrance fees.
• Meals as per itinerary, including a special dinner and reception.
• Flight tickets as listed in the itinerary.
• Option for vegetarian meals.
• Covered domestic taxes for hassle-free travel.
• Carefully selected accommodations.

• Drinks with meals (except the drinks served with breakfast)
• Any tips to guide, driver or staff at hotels.
• Items of a personal nature
• Medical services