Arrival in Istanbul

Istanbul - Welcome to Turkey! Arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW). Our representative will greet you at the airport with a sign displaying your name and provide a private transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay in Istanbul.

Full Day Istanbul Tour (Breakfast)

Hippodrome - The tour begins at Hippodrome Square, historically used for chariot races and Byzantine riots during the Roman and Byzantine periods.

Hagia Sophia Mosque - A short walk brings you to Hagia Sophia, constructed in 532 AD by Roman Emperor Justinian I.

Update for St. Sophia interior visit:
Live guiding is not permitted in St. Sophia after January 15, 2024. Guests should bring smartphones and headphones for their visit. Headphones can be purchased at the entrance for 3.5 USD if needed. The system is similar to an audio guide. Guests without smartphones can follow signs and read the provided information.

Blue Mosque - Visit the Blue Mosque, renowned for its stunning blue Iznik tiles.

Topkapi Palace - Continue to Topkapi Palace, which served as the residence of Ottoman sultans and the state’s administrative and educational center. Built between 1460 and 1478 by Sultan Mehmed II, the conqueror of Constantinople, the tour includes the weapons section.

Grand Bazaar - Explore the Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s largest and oldest covered markets, featuring over 58 covered streets and more than 1,200 shops. Opened in 1461, it is famous for its jewelry, pottery, spices, and carpets.

Return to the hotel.

Istanbul Tour with Bosphorus Cruise (Breakfast)

Basilica Cistern - The tour starts at the Basilica Cistern, a magnificent historical structure southwest of Hagia Sophia. Built by Byzantine Emperor Justinian I (527-565), it is known as Yerebatan Palace due to its marble columns rising from the water. It is also called Basilica Cistern because of the basilica that once stood there.

Misir Carsisi (Spice Market) - Spend time at the Spice Bazaar, known for its domed and vaulted shops selling spices and herbs, also called the Egyptian Bazaar.

Bosphorus Strait - Head to the pier for a Bosphorus cruise on a public ferry. The journey starts from the Golden Horn, sailing through the waterway that separates Asia and Europe. Capture photos of marble palaces, Ottoman wooden villas, and modern residences. Disembark in the Sariyer district, which blends old and modern styles. Visit Ortakoy, a trendy neighborhood with boutiques, cafes, and bistros.

Istanbul - After the tour, return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Istanbul.

Istanbul - Fly to Cappadocia & Tour (Breakfast)

Istanbul - Early morning pickup from the hotel and transfer to Istanbul airport for a flight to Kayseri.

Cappadocia - Upon arrival at Kayseri/Nevsehir airport, you will be welcomed and transferred to the Cappadocia region.

Fairy Chimneys - Begin your Cappadocia experience by visiting the Three Sisters Fairy Chimneys in Urgup, popular for their appearance in advertisements. Pigeon houses were carved to keep pigeons in specific areas, resembling human dwellings.

Kaymakli Underground City - Descend into the Kaymakli Underground City, one of the largest and deepest of the 200 underground cities in Cappadocia.

Cappadocia - After the tour, drive to your hotel for an overnight stay in Cappadocia.

Cappadocia Tour (Breakfast)

Devrent Valley - In the morning, explore the lunar landscape of Cappadocia with its incredible rock formations in Devrent Valley. Experience a journey into the past with troglodyte houses and visit Pasabag “fairy chimneys,” where the wind’s voice mingles with the “songs of fairies” near Zelve.

Avanos - Enjoy lunch in Avanos, a center of terra cotta art since 3000 BC, and watch a demonstration in a traditional pottery workshop.

Goreme Open-Air Museum - In the afternoon, visit the renowned Goreme Open-Air Museum to see the finest examples of Byzantine art in Cappadocia, featuring rock-cut churches with frescoes and paintings from the 10th to 13th centuries.

Uchisar Castle - Continue to Uchisar Rock-Castle for a panoramic view of Cappadocia’s valleys. After the tour, transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay in Cappadocia.

Cappadocia - Fly to Izmir & Kusadasi Overnight (Breakfast)

Cappadocia - After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Kayseri/Nevsehir airport for a flight to Izmir.

Izmir - Upon arrival at Izmir Airport, our representative will greet you with a sign displaying your name and transfer you to Sirince Village for an overnight stay.

Kusadasi - Upon arrival in Kusadasi, check into your Ocean View room for an overnight stay.

Kusadasi – Ephesus - Kusadasi (Breakfast)

Kusadasi - After breakfast, drive approximately 20 minutes to the Ephesus region.

Ancient City of Ephesus - Explore Ephesus, walking through history along marble streets lined with remarkable public buildings, including The State Agora, Odeon, Memnius Monument, Temple of Domitian, Polio Fountain, Curetes Street, Trajan Fountain, Baths of Scholastica, Hadrian Temple, Latrina, Celcus Library, the gate of Mihridates and Mazues, Commercial Agora, and The Grand Theater, which was expanded by the Romans in the 1st century A.D. to accommodate 24,000 spectators.

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - Visit the House of Virgin Mary, located on the Aladag Mountains, 5 miles from Ephesus. It is believed that Mary came to Ephesus with St. John in 37 A.D. and lived there until her death in 48 A.D. The house was declared a pilgrimage site in 1892, and Pope Paul VI visited in 1967.

Kusadasi - After the tour, return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Kusadasi.

Kusadasi – Pamukkale (Breakfast – Dinner)

Kusadasi - After breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive approximately 3 hours to Pamukkale.

Hierapolis & Pamukkale - Visit the ancient city of Hierapolis, featuring the Theatre, Apollo Temple, and a magnificent Necropolis. The travertine terraces at Pamukkale, formed by mineral springs, create a stunning white cliffside, resembling snow or cotton balls, hence the name Pamukkale (cotton castle).

Pamukkale - After the tour, check into your thermal hotel in Pamukkale. The thermal pool is available until 22:00.

Pamukkale - Bodrum (Breakfast)

Pamukkale - After breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive approximately 3.5 hours to Bodrum.

Bodrum City - Upon arrival in Bodrum in the afternoon, check into your hotel for an overnight stay.

Bodrum Castle - Visit St. Peter’s Castle, which includes an underwater archaeology museum. Built by the Knights of St. John in 1402, the castle is a prime example of Crusader architecture.

Mausoleum of Halicarnassus - Visit the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The next stop is the ancient theater of Halicarnassus, dating back to the 4th century BC with a capacity of 5,000.

Bodrum Tour (Breakfast)

Bodrum City - Enjoy a free day in Bodrum.

Bodrum – Istanbul by flight (Breakfast)

Bodrum City - After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Bodrum Airport for your flight back to Istanbul.

Istanbul - Upon arrival in Istanbul, our representative will greet you with a sign displaying your name and transfer you to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Home (Breakfast)

Istanbul - Our driver will pick you up from your hotel at your departure flight time and transfer you to the airport for your flight home. End of our services.

• 11 nights accommodation in selected hotels
• Boutique Hotels in Istanbul: Yasmak Sultan, Dosso Dossi Old City or similar
• Hotels in Kusadasi: La Vista Boutique Hotel, Charisma Deluxe Hotel or similar
• Cave Hotel in Cappadocia: Yunak Evleri, Gamirasu Cave Hotel or similar
• Hotels in Pamukkale: Colossae Thermal, Pam Thermal Hotel or similar
• Hotels in Bodrum: The Marmara Bodrum or similar
• Professional licensed tour guide
• Transportation with brand new air-conditioned minivan/minibus
• Domestic flights: Istanbul - Cappadocia - Izmir, Bodrum - Istanbul (15 kg check-in & 8 kg cabin)
• Entrance fees with pre-paid tickets to skip the line
• 11 Breakfasts

• International flight tickets
• Any drinks and the meals not mentioned in including section
• Personal expenses
• Gratuities

This intimate group tour, accommodating up to 10 people, showcases Turkey’s most renowned attractions. Immerse yourself in a 12-day fully guided tour featuring world-famous sites. Istanbul, known for its stunning beauty and mystery, and Cappadocia, famous for its unique rock formations and underground cities, are highlights. In Ephesus, stroll through history on marble streets lined with impressive public buildings. Discover the travertine terraces of Pamukkale. In Bodrum, explore the Halicarnassus Mausoleum, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Ideal for travelers with limited time or those who prefer not to plan, this tour includes all logistical details such as domestic flights, accommodations, and most meals. Enjoy stays in centrally located boutique and 4-star hotels. The small group size ensures personalized service, with informative, friendly, and professional guides. Domestic flights are included, with an option for a private tour for families.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.