Arrival in Istanbul and Hotel Check-in

Istanbul - Upon arrival in Istanbul, guests will be greeted at the airport and transported to their hotel. After checking in, the evening is free for leisure.

Istanbul Old City Walking Tour

Istanbul - Guests will be picked up from their hotel at 8:30 AM for a comprehensive Old City tour. The tour includes visits to:

Hippodrome - The historic Hippodrome

Sultanahmet Square - Sultanahmet Square

Hagia Sophia Mosque - The iconic Hagia Sophia

Blue Mosque - The stunning Blue Mosque

Grand Bazaar - The bustling Grand Bazaar

Topkapi Palace - The tour concludes with a visit to Topkapi Palace. After the tour, guests will be returned to their hotel with the evening free.

Istanbul to Cappadocia Flight and South Cappadocia Tour

Cappadocia - Guests will be picked up early from their hotel and taken to the airport for a one-hour flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, they will be transported to our office in Goreme Town. The South Cappadocia Tour begins at 9:30.

Kaymakli Underground City - The first stop is the underground city, where guests can explore 8 levels open to the public.

Love Valley - Next, a visit to Love Valley, known for its unique rock formations.

Red Valley - After lunch, the tour continues to Red Valley, named for its striking red rock formations.

Rose Valley - A visit to Rose Valley, located behind Urgup.

Pigeon Valley - The tour concludes with a visit to Pigeon Valley for breathtaking views.

Goreme - Guests will be returned to their hotel with the evening free.

North Cappadocia Tour and Flight to Izmir

Cappadocia - Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride (Contact for Booking) Guests will enjoy breakfast before the North Cappadocia Tour, starting with a 9:30 AM pickup.

Uchisar Castle - A photo opportunity at a viewpoint overlooking Uchisar Castle.

Goreme Open-Air Museum - A visit to the Goreme Open-Air Museum.

Avanos - Lunch in Avanos.

Cavusin - A pottery demonstration and a brief stop in Cavusin.

Devrent Valley - A visit to Devrent Valley to see animal-shaped rock formations, St. Monk’s Valley, and St. Simeon’s monk cell.

Paşabağ Vadisi - The tour concludes with a visit to Pasabeg.

Kusadasi - Guests will be taken to the airport for a flight to Izmir. Upon arrival, they will be transported to their hotel.

Hierapolis and Pamukkale Tour

Pamukkale - Guests will be picked up from their hotel in Kuşadasi. During the 3-hour drive to Pamukkale, the guide will provide an introduction to the area and country. Upon arrival, lunch will be served at a local restaurant before the tour begins.

Hierapolis & Pamukkale - The tour starts at the top of Hierapolis Ancient City, exploring the gymnasium.

Pamukkale Tiyatrosu - A visit to the Amphitheatre, which seated 15,000 people, and the Temple of Apollo. The guide will highlight significant structures.

Pamukkale Thermal Pools - Guests can walk along the white terraces of Pamukkale, dip their feet in natural hot springs, or swim in man-made baths. The afternoon is free for leisure.
Guests should be able to walk approximately 0.5 miles over the travertines without shoes. It is recommended to bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and a comfortable swimsuit.

Kusadasi - Guests will be returned to their hotel in Kusadasi/Selcuk.

Ephesus Tour and Flight back to Istanbul

Selcuk - At 8:00 AM, guests will be picked up for the drive to Ephesus. The guide will provide an introduction to the area and country.

Ancient City of Ephesus - The tour begins at the Magnesia Gate, a remarkable example of ancient architecture.

Bibliotheque de Celsus - A downhill walk through the city’s ruins, passing the Odeon and the Celsus Library.

Temple of Hadrian - A visit to the Temple of Hadrian.

Trajan Fountain - A stop at Trajan’s Fountain.

Efes Antik Kenti Tiyatrosu - The Great Theater, a well-preserved monument still used today, believed to be where St Paul preached.

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - After Ephesus, a visit to the Virgin Mary House followed by a Turkish lunch.

The Temple of Artemis - A visit to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Sirince - A drive to Sirince village, a famous old Greek village.

Istanbul - The tour concludes with a flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, guests will be transported to their hotel.

Free Day in Istanbul

Istanbul - A day of leisure in Istanbul.

Taksim Square - Guests can explore Taksim Square. Suggested tours include a Bosphorus Cruise, Bursa tour, Prince’s Islands tour, Dolmabahce Palace tour, cooking class, Turkish Coffee tour, or a Gallipoli or Troy tour.

Final Day - Istanbul

Istanbul - Guests will be picked up from their hotel based on flight time and taken to IST or SAW airport. If the flight is later, a half-day or full-day tour can be arranged.

• Veg or Non-Veg meals
• 5 day Small Group tour with Guide, Lunch, Shopping time, transportation and entrance fees
• All Domestic Flight tickets with all taxes
• 4 Night Hotel with breakfast in Istanbul
• Lunch
• Breakfast
• All Airport transfers mentioned in the itinerary
• 1 Night Hotel with breakfast in Cappadocia
• 2 Night hotel in Kusadasi/Selcuk with breakfast

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