12 Days Winter Ski Holiday Kartepe & Cappadocia5
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SkiingSee Itinerary

Duration
12 days

Max Group Size
100

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Tour Type
Request as Private

Age Requirement
1 - 90 Ages

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In
English

Physical level
relax

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Istanbul

Pickup Time:

11:30

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Istanbul

Dropoff Time:

11:30

Tour Overview

A short distance from Istanbul, the Kocaeli Kartepe Ski Center is a well-known example of one of Turkey's most opulent and sought-after ski resorts. This ski resort is located atop Kartepe Mountain in Kartepe City and offers a variety of year-round activities. It has ski trails for both novice and expert adult skiers. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, Kartepe Mountain Ski Center provides something for everyone. It's the ideal location for an exceptional skiing adventure departing from Istanbul. Kartepe ski tours are available daily from Istanbul during the winter season.

Highlights

  • Snow, Snowball, Snowman, Kartepe, Skiing (optional), Istanbul Old City, Blue Mosque, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Konya Mevlana Museum, Cappadocia.

Itinerary

Greetings and welcome to Istanbul! Once you've arrived at the airport, be on the lookout for the TSG sign, which will guide you to your transfer to the hotel. Once you've checked in, the remainder of the day will be free for you to spend at your leisure. However, you need not wait until tomorrow to begin exploring the city. Take a look at our optional tours listed below. Overnight in Istanbul.

(Breakfast included)

After breakfast, the tour will depart for a gorgeous Istanbul City Tour. The first stop is the Topkapi Palace; the great palace of the Ottoman Sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries. At the same time, it houses an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the famous jewels of the imperial treasury, miniatures, and the holy mantle, enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed.


The second stop of the tour is Sultanahmet Square, where the Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque salutes the Hagia Sophia. The Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque, which was built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, is also known as the Blue Mosque because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. Next, the tour will explore the Hippodrome; the site of ancient chariot races, and the home of three ancient monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpent Column, and the Column of Constantine. When you reach the other end of the Hippodrome, the Hagia Sophia Mosque will meet you with all its grandeur.


After a delectable lunch break, TSG will take you to the bazaar, where you can find exotic spices and herbs, Turkish Baklava, delicious Turkish Delights, Turkish Coffee, nuts and fruits, hand made souvenirs and more. Dinner and overnight in Istanbul.

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

Following breakfast, you'll be transferred to the ski fields of Kartepe, where you can spend the day skiing and enjoying the breathtaking views from the mountain top. Alternatively, you can choose to explore the city, go shopping in local markets, or unwind in a Turkish bath. We will be spending the night in Kartepe.

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

You can enjoy a variety of experiences and activities at the Kartepe Ski Center. For skiers of all experience levels—beginners to experts—it offers a selection of ski trails. There are numerous opportunities to hit the slopes and take in the breathtaking mountain scenery, whether you're an experienced skier or a beginner. In addition to skiing, Kartepe Ski Center also offers snowboarding. If you're new to skiing, you can get some help from professional instructors, and remember that you can experience snowshoeing, tobogganing, and apres-ski. Plus, Kartepe Ski Center is located in a beautiful region of Turkey, and there are plenty of opportunities for sightseeing such as Sapanca Lake, Masukiye Village, or the Kartepe summit for stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Overnight in Kartepe.

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

You can enjoy a variety of experiences and activities at the Kartepe Ski Center. For skiers of all experience levels—beginners to experts—it offers a selection of ski trails. There are numerous opportunities to hit the slopes and take in the breathtaking mountain scenery, whether you're an experienced skier or a beginner. In addition to skiing, Kartepe Ski Center also offers snowboarding. If you're new to skiing, you can get some help from professional instructors, and remember that you can experience snowshoeing, tobogganing, and apres-ski. Plus, Kartepe Ski Center is located in a beautiful region of Turkey, and there are plenty of opportunities for sightseeing such as Sapanca Lake, Masukiye Village, or the Kartepe summit for stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Overnight in Kartepe.

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

You can enjoy a variety of experiences and activities at the Kartepe Ski Center. For skiers of all experience levels—beginners to experts—it offers a selection of ski trails. There are numerous opportunities to hit the slopes and take in the breathtaking mountain scenery, whether you're an experienced skier or a beginner. In addition to skiing, Kartepe Ski Center also offers snowboarding. If you're new to skiing, you can get some help from professional instructors, and remember that you can experience snowshoeing, tobogganing, and apres-ski. Plus, Kartepe Ski Center is located in a beautiful region of Turkey, and there are plenty of opportunities for sightseeing such as Sapanca Lake, Masukiye Village, or the Kartepe summit for stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Overnight in Kartepe.

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

After breakfast, we depart for Kusadasi, stopping along the way for lunch. On arrival, we check you into your Kusadasi hotel, and the rest of the day is yours. You can explore any of the many sand beaches Kusadasi has to offer or stop by one of the a variety of charming boutiques, cafes, and eateries that line the palm-lined boulevards surrounding the port. You can check our optional tours as well. Overnight in Kusadasi

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

The departure to visit Ephesus, one of the best preserved ancient sites in the world, will be early in the morning. In Ephesus, you will visit the Temple of Artemis, Curetes Street, the famous Roman Baths, the Celsus Library, the Grand Theatre, and have a lunch break at a small Turkish restaurant. We will travel to Sirince Village after lunch, which has a great reputation for producing regional wine in Turkey, particularly fruit wines. The 19th-century neighborhood of Sirince still has its original architectural details and is well-known outside of the nation. It is famous for its homemade wines that are specially made from different kinds of fruits, such as blackberries, blueberries, melons, and strawberries. In the evening, you will be tested on your knowledge of making fruit wine. On the way back to the hotel, we will stop at a carpet weaving center or a leather production center for shopping. Overnight in Kusadasi.

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

Early in the morning, the tour will ride to Pamukkale. Pamukkale is known for its marvel of calcite travertines and travertine pools. It is one of the most visited sites in Turkey. Tangem paragliding and hot air balloon tours, which have been held in the region for few decades, are very popular attractions among travelers.


Hierapolis is the second-most visited place in the district. It was founded as a thermal spa in the 2nd century BC in a region rich in natural resources. The city was later rebuilt during the Roman era, and many of the structures that visitors can see today were constructed during this period. The Necropolis, which is home to more than 1200 tombs, the Roman Theater, the Temple of Apollo, which dates back to the 3rd century BC, and the Byzantine Church, which features early Christian architecture, can be seen in the ruins. Overnight in Pamukkale.

 

TSG advises that for those who want to explore the region's attractions, a Tangem Paragliding, or Hot Air Ballooning can be appealing alternatives. 

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

We depart for Konya early in the morning after breakfast, coffee, and rest breaks. We will have lunch in Konya and start the tour.


Our destination is the Mevlana Mausoleum, which is known for its magnificent green-tiled architecture. It is the final resting place of Mevlana Jalaluddin Rumi, a revered Persian poet, Islamic scholar, and Sufi mystic who lived in the 13th century. The interior of the mausoleum is decorated with intricate tile work, calligraphy, and Islamic art. Visitors can see the tombs of Mevlana, his family members, and several of his followers, who are also buried in the mausoleum. Then the tour will ride to Cappadocia. Overnight in Cappadocia. 

(Breakfast included)

You will be picked up from your hotel after breakfast. Our first destination will be Ozkonak Underground City, which is one of the best-preserved underground cities in Cappadocia. Next, we will visit Uchisar Castle, the highest point in Cappadocia, followed by the Goreme Open Air Museum, which is the heart of Cappadocia and famous for its frescoes dating back to the 10th century, depicting the lives of Jesus Christ and monks. We will then proceed to the abandoned village of Cavusin, which is home to old cave Greek houses.


Lunch will be at a restaurant in Avanos, after which we will visit a pottery workshop to observe pottery making. Our next stop will be Love Valley, a hidden valley with beautiful rock formations that resemble manhood, but are naturally formed. We will then visit a workshop to see Cappadocian handwoven carpets and kilims.


Following that, we will head to Devrent Valley, also known as Imagination Valley, where natural rock formations look like animals. A wine tasting will be held at a wine shop in Urgup before our final stop at Three Beauties, three beautiful fairy chimneys with their hats, which symbolize Cappadocia.


After the tour, we will transfer you to Cappadocia Airport for your domestic flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, we will transfer you to your hotel for an overnight stay in Istanbul.

(Breakfast included)

Today is the final day in Turkey. Get ready for your flight home with wonderful memories. Please remember that, you can sign up to take advantage of TSG credits, and this is the best way to snag credits and use them for your next trips as a discount, as well as to hear about the hot deals according to your interests. Safe travels until we meet again!   

Trip includes

Included

• 3 nights hotel in Istanbul - Pullman Hotel or Ramada Hotel Golden Horn

• 4 nights hotels in Kartepe - The Green Park Hotel

• 2 nights hotels in Kusadası - Comfort Ada Class Hotel

• 1 nights hotels in Pamukkale - Pam Thermal Hotel

• 1 nights hotels in Cappadocia - Antique Cave House Hotel or Suhan Hotel

Please Note: If the above hotels are not available then we will provide the similar category hotels.

• Professional English - speaking tour guide

• 11 breakfast

• 8 dinners

• Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking coach •

• Arrival transfer from Istanbul Airport

• Transfer after Cappadocia Tour to Nevsehir / Kayseri Airport

• Airport to hotel transfer in Istanbul

• Return transfer to Istanbul Airport

• Guided Istanbul City Tour

• Guided Cappadocia Tour

• Guided Konya Tour

• Guided Pamukkale Tour

• Guided Ephesus Tour

• All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary

Excluded

• International flights

• Domestic flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul

Please Note: Domestic flight price for adult travelers is approximately Euros: 50,00 for one way and for under 2 years old, approximately Euros: 20,00 as an insurance policy.

• Insurance

• City tax

• Turkey entry visa

• Personal expenses: Extras at hotel or additional meals

• Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers

• Insurance: All types

• Any others expenses which are not mentioned in the "included" section

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