The TSG team will greet you at Istanbul Airport and escort you to your hotel for check-in. Overnight in Istanbul.

TSG advises: A half-day Dolmabahce Palace Tour can be an inspiring alternative for those who do not want to wait until tomorrow to explore the city, or the Whirling Dervish Show, or the Rythm Dance Show might be better for the night.

(Breakfast included)

Following breakfast, the Istanbul City Tour will start, featuring a visit to the magnificent Topkapi Palace. This grand palace served as the residence for the Ottoman Sultans between the 15th and 19th centuries. It is home to a stunning collection of crystal, silver, Chinese porcelain, Sultan garments, imperial treasury jewels, miniatures, and holy relics.

Next, the tour will proceed to Sultanahmet Square, where the Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque, also known as the Blue Mosque, is located. This mosque, built in the 16th century by architect Mehmet, boasts an interior adorned with stunning blue Iznik tiles and faces the historic Hagia Sophia. The tour will then explore the Hippodrome, which was once the site of ancient chariot races and now houses three ancient monuments: the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpent Column, and the Column of Constantine. At the end of the square, the Hagia Sophia Mosque will welcome visitors with its grandeur.

After a delightful lunch break, the tour will proceed to the bazaar, where visitors can discover a variety of exotic spices and herbs, Turkish Baklava, delicious Turkish Delights, Turkish Coffee, nuts and fruits, handcrafted souvenirs, and more. The day will conclude with dinner and an overnight stay in Istanbul.

Please note: Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays, the Bascilica Cistern can be an alternative. Please contact your consultant for details. Plus, like most of the travelers, you can book an optional Dinner Cruise tour for the night. Remember to bring a headscarf when visiting religious sites such as the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia Mosque.

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the ski fields of Uludag. Today is a great day for skiing, admiring the scenery from the top of the mountain, touring the city, shopping at the nearby markets, or simply unwinding in a Turkish bath. Overnight in Uludag.

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

A fantastic day for a full day of skiing and/or exploring Uludag's attractions. Because Uludag is one of the most popular ski destinations in Turkey, it has well designed ski slopes. Visitors can spend their time in the region skiing, snowboarding, sledding, snowshoeing, and winter hiking. In addition to skiing, Uludag is also a great place for snowboarding. There are snowboarding classes and equipment rentals available for visitors. There are also hiking trails available for those who enjoy winter hiking. These trails offer breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and forests. The ski resorts also provide a variety of apres-ski activities, such as restaurants, cafes, and bars where visitors can enjoy a warm drink or a meal while taking in the breathtaking views. Overnight in Uludag.

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

A fantastic day for a full day of skiing and/or exploring Uludag's attractions. Because Uludag is one of the most popular ski destinations in Turkey, it has well designed ski slopes. Visitors can spend their time in the region skiing, snowboarding, sledding, snowshoeing, and winter hiking. In addition to skiing, Uludag is also a great place for snowboarding. There are snowboarding classes and equipment rentals available for visitors. There are also hiking trails available for those who enjoy winter hiking. These trails offer breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and forests. The ski resorts also provide a variety of apres-ski activities, such as restaurants, cafes, and bars where visitors can enjoy a warm drink or a meal while taking in the breathtaking views. Overnight in Uludag.

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

A fantastic day for a full day of skiing and/or exploring Uludag's attractions. Because Uludag is one of the most popular ski destinations in Turkey, it has well designed ski slopes. Visitors can spend their time in the region skiing, snowboarding, sledding, snowshoeing, and winter hiking. In addition to skiing, Uludag is also a great place for snowboarding. There are snowboarding classes and equipment rentals available for visitors. There are also hiking trails available for those who enjoy winter hiking. These trails offer breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and forests. The ski resorts also provide a variety of apres-ski activities, such as restaurants, cafes, and bars where visitors can enjoy a warm drink or a meal while taking in the breathtaking views. Overnight in Uludag.

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

After breakfast, we will set off for Kusadasi, with a lunch break planned along the way. Upon arrival, you will check into your Kusadasi hotel, and the rest of the day will be free for your leisure. You can explore the city or take a stroll along the palm-lined boulevards near the port, where you will find a variety of appealing shops, cafes, and restaurants. Your overnight stay will be in Kusadasi.

TSG recommends that those interested in exploring the region's attractions take in a Turkish Night Show.

(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 site in Turkey. Tangem paragliding and hot air balloon tours, which have been held in the region for a 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 advices Tangem Paragliding or Hot Air Ballooning as optional activities for those interested in exploring the region's attractions.

(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 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. 

Please Note: Our guests who are wishing to experience the optional Hot Air Balloon Tour will be picked up from the hotel at about 05:30 by sunrise. On the Hot Air Balloon, the sunrise over splendid fairy chimneys and valleys can be watched. The flight will last about an hour and end with a champagne celebration on the ground.

(Breakfast included)

You will be picked up from the 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)

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