Tour Overview
Amazing tour is starting with sight-seeing of the Ottoman Empire heritages such Topkapi Palace, Imperial Mosque in Sultanahmet followed by Byzantine structure Ancient Hippodrome in Istanbul; A visit to Tokat City that is geographically located at the intersection of the Black Sea and the Eastern Region all the way to Central Anatolia and has a lot to offer as far as Ecological & Gastronomical aspects. We continue to Sivas that has been declared as Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2005. Later on, we will visit the historically unique fair chimneys and underground cities in Cappadocia. In Cappadocia, we will be staying in Cappadocia Cave Resort that is the most luxurious hotel of the region. We will pick fresh produce from the field within the hotel grounds, have cooking classes and wine tasting from in-house Winery. You also have a great opportunity to enjoy a breath taking Hot Air Balloon Trip.
Attractions
Highlights
- Istanbul Old City
- Blue Mosque
- Topkapi Palace
- Tokat
- Farm Visits
- Fruit Picking
- Sivas
- Grand Mosque
- Ecological & Gastronomical Activities
Itinerary
(Dinner included)
Meet at the airport, transfer to your hotel. You will be given your room key and the rest of the day is yours to explore Istanbul. Dinner and overnight in Istanbul.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
After breakfast, at 09:00 am depart for Istanbul City Tour at 10:00. Visit to TOPKAPI PALACE The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries housing an exquisite collection of cyrstal, silver, and Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle; enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE Across from St.Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. HIPPODROME Ancient Hippodrome, the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine.Lunch at restaurant After the lunch, we will visit the unique Leather Factory ‘s leather fashion show. Murti’s Tour will then take you to the GRAND SPICE BAZAAR The air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable herb and spice. After Tour transfer to Istanbul Airport for flight to Tokat. Upon arrival at Tokat Airport transfer to hotel. Dinner and overnight in Tokat.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Today, we have a City Tour, visiting the historical places of Tokat such as historical lodging and dwelling points, forums and religious educational centers, Tokat Museum, Ethnography Museum, world renowned Turkish Baths as well as Clock Tower in downtown. While sightseeing in the city, you will notice the sincere hospitality and honest warmth of the local people. You will also get a chance to visit local shops with very affordable prices for shopping souvenirs. At noon, we will taste the most delicious Tokat Kebaps for lunch that of the reputation has exceeded its borders. Dinner and Overnight in Tokat.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Today we will take to farm to pick onions, lettuce and such greenery and then to make pancakes with a Turkish touch. We eat what we cooked with villagers and we will depart for cherry orchard and the fields. Picking fruits and eating them from their branch along with the local people that is surely not to be forgotten easily. Overnight in Tokat.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Today, we will see Lake Almus that is one of the biggest lake of Turkey that we will witness the variety of fishes as walking by and visit a village to enjoy all natural & organic food along with villagers and take a part in Folkloric and traditional dances, depart for Peach and seasonal veggie-fruit Picking at its source. You will feel the nature at the palm of your hands and that empathize the sense of being part of the soil. Eating the peaches fresh off the branch appreciating the greatness and witness the earth truly. Afterwards, we will be having Turkish style pizza (“pide”) for dinner and you are cooking! Today, we will see the honored and hospitable villagers’ working conditions and cooking methods, witnessing their farm life. We will see the domestic animals such as donkey, cow and such all around us. After the tour transfer to hotel. Overnight in Tokat.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
After the breakfast we will depart to Sivas. Situated at an altitude of 1275 m, Sivas is the highest city of the Central Anatolian Region, and the most mountainous one with the numerous peaks. This uneven land has been the shelter of many tribes, from the earliest ages to more recent periods from which remain many notable monuments. We start exploring the respectively Arkeology Museum, Sifaiye Madrasah, The Double Minaret Madrasah, Buruciye Madrasah, Castle Mosque, Gendarme House, Government House, Great Mosque, Broken and Curved Bridge. Later we will give a break for local lunch. After lunch we will go on with visiting Ottoman highlights; Meydan Mosque and Sems-i Sivasi Tomb, İhramcizade Cultural and Art House, Subaşı Karavanserai, Taşhan Karavanserai. Dinner and overnight in Sivas.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
After breakfast, we travel to Cappadocia for a trip of approximately 4 hours.
On the way you will see the beautiful nature of Turkey. Upon arrival in Cappadocia, you will check into a hotel and you will have free time to relax and time at the hotel or you can take a walk. Overnight in Cappadocia.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
After breakfast between 08:00 am and 09:30 am pick-ups from hotel. Final timing one day before will be given you by your tour consultant.
We will drive you to Ozkonak Underground City, one of the best preserved Underground cities in Cappadocia. Than visit to Uchisar Castle, the highest point of Cappadocia. After Uchisar, you visit Goreme Open Air Museum, the Heart of Cappadocia. Goreme Open Air Museum is famous for frescoes dating to 10th century describing the life of Jesus Christ and monks. Next stop is Cavusin, which is an abandoned village with old cave Greek houses. After Cavusin you go to the restaurant in Avanos to have lunch. After lunch, you visit a pottery work shop, to see how to make potteries. Then you go to Love Valley. Love Valley Cappadocia is a hidden valley with scenic formations to say the least. Despite the resemblance to man hood, these amazing rock formations are far from man-made. After Love Valley you visit another workshop to see Cappadocian handwoven carpets and kilims. Next stop is Devrent Valley, which is also called Imagination Valley, where you can see natural rock formations looking like animals. Then you head to a wine shop in Urgup for wine tasting. Last stop is Three Beauties, three beautiful fairy chimneys with their hats, which is the symbol of Cappadocia. This tour will end approximately at 18.00 and you will be returned back to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Cappadocia is the most popular tourist destination in the world. Cappadocia is also known for its gastronomic and environmental aspects. If you arrive in the harvest season, you will have time to go to the farm to get acquainted with nature. Vegetables and fruits are ready to be picked by you and cooked to turn them into food. At your service will also be a wine tour where you can taste the wines. Overnight in Cappadocia.
(Breakfast included)
Today we depart for Kayseri Airport for our domestic flight to Istanbul and then back to home. We hope this was a memorable tour for you and looking forward to see you again on another tour of ours. Thank you for joining us.
Trip includes
Included
1 night hotel in Istanbul - The Central Palace Taksim Hotel
4 night hotel in Tokat - Silk Road Museum Hotel – Deveciler Hanı
1 night hotel in Sivas - Ramada By Wyndham Sivas Hotel
3 night hotel in Cappadocia - El Puente Cave Hotel
PS: If This hotel list not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange similar other hotel for your group. If you prefer a Different category hotel, there might be an additional cost.
Professional English-speaking tour guides
Guiding Method
Fully guided
9 breakfasts
8 lunchs
9 dinners
Arrival airport transfer from Istanbul Airport
Arrival airport transfer from Tokat Airport
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
Return airport transfer to Kayseri/Cappadocia Airport
Guided Istanbul City Tour
Guided Tokat City Tour
Guided Farm Visit and Gastronomical Activities Tour
Guided A Traditional Village Visit & Peach Picking Tour
Guided Sivas City Tour
Guided Cappadocia Tour with Underground City and Goreme Open Air Museum
Guided Cooking Lesson Tour
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
Excluded
International or Domestic flights
Please Note: Domestic flight price for adult travelers is approximately Euros: 80,00 for one way and for under 2 years old, approximately Euros: 50,00 as an insurance policy.
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Domestic flights
City Tax
Insurance: All types
Turkey entry visa
Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry
Any other expenses which are not mentioned at the included section
Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers
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