The 10-Day Turkey Trip Package is one complete and engaging journey to all the sites in Turkey best known. Your tour drives ahead via Istanbul, where visitors may have a look at historic monuments such as Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace. Next, Ephesus—an archaeologist's dream site—move on to the otherworldly landscapes of Cappadocia, famed for its fabulous rock formations and balloon rides. Istanbul, don't forget to visit wonderful Antalya's beaches and ancient ruins as part of the excursion. Truly, the classical tour of Turkey offers so much when it comes to rich culture, history, and natural beauty, making it a perfect trip to this diverse and fascinating country.
Your English-speaking driver from Next Holiday will be waiting for you. They'll help you at Istanbul Airport and take you straight to your hotel to kick off your trip to Turkey. After checking in to your room, spend the afternoon free to discover Istanbul.
Overnight in Istanbul.
In the morning, our outing with the Hagia Sophia will begin this day in this city. Originally built by the emperor Constantine in the 4th century and converted into a mosque by the Ottomans in the 15th century. Next visit The Topkapi Palace: It used to be the residence of Ottoman Sultan's from the 15th to the 19th century, whose efficient treasury, exquisite harem, attractive courtyards, and pavilions housing huge collections of antiquities.The last stop will be The Blue Mosque, one of the stunning architectural edifices in the world, having 6 minarets and a heavenly interior designed with the blue Iznik tiles. Lunch in a local restaurant. Next, the place to visit is the Hippodrome, a kind of chariot racecourse. Last stop: The Grand Bazaar: Transfer to hotel.
Stay overnight in Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
After breakfast, we start off at The Spice Bazaar, one of the most colorful and lively destinations in Istanbul. Then we take an unforgettable cruise along the Bosphorus—the grand strait through Istanbul that separates Europe and Asia. On this trip, monuments such as the Palaces of Dolmabahce, Çiragan, and Castle of Rumeli Hisarı will be seen and enjoyed by you. We continue visiting the Beylerbeyi Palace built by Sultan Abdulaziz during the 19th century, and it consists of white marble; it was destined to be used as a summer residence for later sultans and a guest house for foreign dignitaries. Lunch in a local restaurant. Climbing Çamlica Hill, also known as Hill of Lovers, offers a dramatic panoramic view over the Bosporus and the city of Istanbul. Your transfer back to the hotel will be done at last. Overnight in Istanbul
Meals: breakfast and lunch.
In the morning, you shall be checking out from your hotel in Istanbul and be taken to the airport for your flight to Kayseri, where you will meet your tour guide for the day in Cappadocia. Then you may continue your Istanbul & Cappadocia tour by visiting the famous "Devrent Valley and "Pasabagi" (or Monk's Valley). After enjoying a nice lunch at a local restaurant in Avanos, a town on the banks of the Kizilirmak Red River, you shall witness at least some of the world-famous Turkish handicrafts. then proceeded with the visit of the Open Air Museum of Göreme and Uchisar Rock Castle. Three Beauties Fairy Chimneys offers a most scenic view over the town of Urgup, with its well-known wines and apricot-growing vineyards, where one can always take some magnificent photographs. In the end, you will be taken to your hotel after visiting Goreme Panorama, which is a panoramic view to the south of Goreme.Transfer to your hotel for check-in. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Whole-day excursion in Cappadocia after breakfast. First, we will walk 4 km through the Red Valley. During this wonderful venture, you will observe the rich in mineral and vineyard-full fauna and flora of Cappadocia. After lunch at a local restaurant, near the Pigeon Valley, a trip will follow to see the extraordinary underground city. The best-kept and deepest underground cities in the region, carved as early as the second millennium BC, can be found, extending eight levels above ground and carved out of soft volcanic stone. We go before having our lunch into the Valley of Love, which was originally called the Valley of White. It has a spectacular view with its beautifully formed chimneys. Then, we will go to visit the ancient Christian village of Cavusin, which gives a stunning view due to its large parts eroded and partially collapsed. The next visit will be to that village, where a natural stone castle permits remarkable photography from all angles, combined with one of the iconic sites of the region, providing exceptional, beautiful shooting from all angles. Finally, for a carpet workshop, see how the famous Turkish rugs in the world are woven, along with an onyx and jewelry workshop, before transferring back to the hotel. Cappadocia Overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
After breakfast, you have to go to Kayseri airport for your flight back to Izmir. Upon arrival, you have to meet your driver, who will take you to your hotel in Kusadasi.
Overnight stay in Kusadasi.
Meals: breakfast and dinner.
After holding breakfast, pick up from your hotel is scheduled for a full-day tour of Pamukkale & Hierapolis. Cotton cliffs in this place are a natural wonder of the world formed by deposits of calcareous salts. Visit the ancient ruins of the city of Hierapolis with its basilica, theater, and Roman Baths. After this, transfer back to the hotel. Overnight stay in Kusadasi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Breakfast in the morning and then a drive in the morning towards Ancient Ephesus, where we will visit the magnificent library, theater, and temples. Moving on Virgin Mary's House and the Basilica of St. John. In the afternoon, you can enjoy and participate in a vibrant fashion show showcasing the unique Turkish leather products. Finally transfer to the Izmir airport for our domestic flight to Istanbul. Arrival at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Istanbul Night Stay.
Meals: breakfast and lunch.
After breakfast, you'll have the full day to yourself for self-exploration in Istanbul.
Night stay in Istanbu.
Meals: Breakfast
Check-out time from your hotel is after breakfast. The rest of the day is yours for personal activities until transfer to the airport for your flight back home.
Meals: Breakfast
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