Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, you will be welcomed by our professional representative at the arrivals hall and transferred to your hotel in the historic city center. After check-in, the remainder of the day is free to rest after your journey or explore the surrounding area at your own pace. You may take a walk around Sultanahmet Square, discover local cafés, or experience Istanbul’s vibrant atmosphere.

Optional evening activities such as a Bosphorus dinner cruise or Turkish bath experience can be arranged.

Overnight in Istanbul.
Meal(s): –

After breakfast, you will join a full-day guided tour of Istanbul’s historic peninsula. Begin with a visit to Hagia Sophia, one of the world’s most remarkable architectural masterpieces reflecting both Byzantine and Ottoman heritage. Continue to the Blue Mosque, famous for its elegant domes and beautiful interior decorated with thousands of İznik tiles.

Next, explore the historic Hippodrome, once the center of political and social life in Constantinople, where you will see monuments such as the Obelisk of Theodosius and the Serpentine Column.

After lunch, visit Topkapi Palace, the imperial residence of Ottoman sultans, where you will explore royal courtyards, imperial collections, and treasury exhibits. The tour concludes with free time at the Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s largest covered markets offering traditional crafts, jewelry, and textiles.

Overnight in Istanbul.
Meal(s): Breakfast & Lunch

After breakfast, and check out from the hotel,  depart from your hotel for a memorable morning exploring the waters of the Bosphorus, one of the world’s most famous waterways linking Europe and Asia. Before boarding, enjoy free time at the historic Spice Bazaar, where centuries-old shops display colorful spices, Turkish delights, teas, and local specialties.

Board your Bosphorus cruise and admire Istanbul’s unique skyline from the water. Along the route, pass elegant Ottoman waterfront mansions, historic fortresses, grand palaces, and iconic suspension bridges that connect the city’s two continents. The cruise offers excellent opportunities to experience Istanbul’s rich maritime heritage and panoramic city views from a different perspective.

Following the cruise, return to your hotel area to collect your luggage before transferring to either Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) for your flight to Pamukkale/Denizli.

Upon arrival in Denizli, you will be welcomed by a local representative and transferred to your hotel.  

Overnight in Pamukkale.
Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and join the group in Selçuk for the journey to Pamukkale. The drive takes approximately three hours through scenic countryside.

Upon arrival, enjoy lunch before starting your guided tour of Pamukkale, famous for its dazzling white travertine terraces formed by mineral-rich thermal waters. Continue to the ancient spa city of Hierapolis, where you will explore remarkable historical sites including the Roman theatre, basilica, Roman baths, Necropolis, Domitian Gate, and Temple of Apollo.

You will also have free time to explore the area independently or optionally swim in the famous Pamukkale Antique Pool (Cleopatra’s Pool) at an additional cost.

After the tour concludes around 4:00 PM, you will start your journey back to Kuşadası, with an estimated driving time of approximately 3.5 hours.

You are expected to arrive at your hotel in Kuşadası around 7:30 PM, where you will complete your check-in and settle in after the day’s activities. The remainder of the evening is free for relaxation and leisure at your hotel or nearby surroundings.

Overnight in Kusadasi
Meal(s): Breakfast & Lunch

After breakfast, and check out from your hotel, depart around 08:30 AM for a full-day guided exploration of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved classical cities in the Mediterranean.

Walk through the impressive archaeological site and discover important monuments including the Temple of Hadrian, the Great Theatre, and the Trajan Fountain. After lunch, visit the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be her final residence and an important pilgrimage destination.

Continue to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, followed by a visit to the historic Isa Bey Mosque, a fine example of Seljuk architecture.

After the tour ends at around 16:00 transfer to Izmir Airport for flight to Cappadocia.

Upon your arrival, transfer to the hotel in Cappadocia.

Overnight in Cappadocia.
Meal(s): Breakfast & Lunch

OPTIONAL SERVICE: You can begin your day with an unforgettable sunrise hot air balloon ride, offering spectacular aerial views of Cappadocia’s valleys and fairy chimneys.

After breakfast, depart around 09:30 AM for your South Cappadocia tour. Begin in Red Valley, followed by a scenic hike through Rose Valley, known for its colorful rock formations and rock-cut churches.

Continue to Cavusin Village, an old Greek settlement featuring historic cave houses and early Christian structures. After lunch, visit Pigeon Valley, famous for its cliff-carved pigeon houses.

In the afternoon, explore either Kaymakli Underground City or Ozkonak Underground City, vast subterranean complexes once used as shelters by early Christian communities.

The tour ends around 04:00 PM, and the evening is free for optional activities such as Turkish Night shows, ATV tours, or cultural performances.

Overnight in Cappadocia.
Meal(s): Breakfast & Lunch

OPTIONAL SERVICE: You can begin your day with an unforgettable sunrise hot air balloon ride, offering spectacular aerial views of Cappadocia’s valleys and fairy chimneys.

After having your breakfast and check out from your hotel, pick up from your hotel and depart for the tour.

The tour starts at Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley), known for its unusual rock formations shaped by natural erosion into animal-like figures. Continue to Pasabag (Monks Valley), where Cappadocia’s iconic mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys can be seen.

Next, visit Avanos, a historic town along the Kızılırmak River famous for its centuries-old pottery tradition. You may observe local artisans demonstrating traditional ceramic techniques.

After lunch, explore the Zelve Open-Air Museum, an ancient rock-cut settlement that once housed early Christian communities. The tour concludes with panoramic views from Uchisar Castle, the highest point in Cappadocia offering breathtaking scenery.

After the tour, transfer to the bus station for your evening intercity journey to Ankara. Upon arrival in Ankara, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in.

Overnight in Ankara.
Meal(s): Breakfast & Lunch

After breakfast & check out from your hotel, begin a guided Ankara city tour, exploring Türkiye’s capital and political heart.

Visit the monumental Anıtkabir (Mausoleum of Atatürk), the resting place of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk and one of the most important national landmarks in Turkey, symbolizing the foundation of the modern republic.

Continue to the world-renowned Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, which showcases extraordinary archaeological collections from the Palaeolithic, Neolithic, Hittite, Phrygian, and Urartian periods, offering a deep insight into Anatolia’s ancient heritage.

At the end of the tour, transfer to Ankara Esenboğa Airport for your evening flight to Istanbul, typically departing between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM.

Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel.

Overnight in Istanbul.
Meal(s): Breakfast & Lunch

After breakfast, please complete your hotel check-out before 12:00 noon. At the scheduled time based on your flight details, you will be transferred from your hotel to the airport in a comfortable vehicle for your departure flight.

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Meal(s): Breakfast