7 Day Turkey Classics Tour

|7 Days, 7 Destinations |Starts from İstanbul
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Duration

7 days

Max Group Size

40

Departure Type

Guaranteed

Guiding Method

Fully guided

Physical level

easy

Operated In

English

Age Requirement

11 - 99 Ages

Tour Overview

7 Day Turkey Classics Tour From Istanbul , Kusadasi , Ephesus , Pamukkale , Konya , Cappadocia

DiscoveryFamilyIn-depth CulturalMuseumExplorerSolo TravelHistorical

Route

Starts from

İstanbul

Ends in

İstanbul

Pickup Location

Istanbul Airport

Dropoff Location

Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport

Tour route map

Highlights

Hagia Sophia: A historical architectural marvel that has served as a cathedral, mosque, and now a museum. Its massive dome and stunning mosaics are must-sees. Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque): Renowned for its striking blue tiles and six minarets, it's an active mosque and a masterpiece of Ottoman design. Grand Bazaar: A vibrant and sprawling market with thousands of shops selling everything from spices to jewelry. Library of Celsus: An ancient Roman library known for its impressive façade and historical significance. It’s one of the best-preserved structures in Ephesus. Great Theatre: An enormous ancient amphitheater with a capacity of around 25,000 people, offering a glimpse into the grandeur of Roman public spectacles. Temple of Artemis: Once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the remnants highlight its historical importance and grandeur. Curetes Street: A major thoroughfare lined with ancient ruins, including the Temple of Hadrian and various other public buildings. House of the Virgin Mary: A revered site believed to be the last residence of Mary, the mother of Jesus, located on a nearby hill. Travertine Terraces: Natural thermal mineral springs have created stunning white terraces of travertine, offering a unique and picturesque landscape. Hierapolis Ancient City: Located above the travertine terraces, it includes well-preserved ruins such as the Roman theatre, temple ruins, and the ancient necropolis. Cleopatra's Pool: An ancient thermal pool with submerged ruins where visitors can swim amidst historical remnants. Antique Pool: Known for its mineral-rich waters and columns that have fallen into the pool, providing a mix of relaxation and history. Mevlana Museum: The former lodge of the Whirling Dervishes, dedicated to Rumi (Mevlana), featuring his tomb and an impressive collection of artifacts related to Sufism. Alaeddin Hill: A historical site with the remains of the Alaeddin Mosque and a lovely park, offering a peaceful environment and panoramic views of Konya. Ince Minare Museum: A museum housed in a former Seljuk mosque with an intricately carved minaret, showcasing artifacts from the Seljuk era. Karatay Medrese: An architectural marvel from the Seljuk period, now serving as a museum displaying Islamic art and calligraphy. Hot Air Balloon Rides: Experience breathtaking views of the unique rock formations and fairy chimneys from above, especially at sunrise. Göreme Open-Air Museum: A UNESCO World Heritage site with rock-cut churches and monasteries adorned with ancient frescoes. Underground Cities: Explore ancient subterranean cities like Derinkuyu and Kaymakli, carved out of volcanic rock and used for protection during invasions. Uçhisar Castle: The highest point in Cappadocia offering panoramic views of the surrounding fairy chimneys and valleys. Rose Valley and Red Valley: Stunning hiking trails with colorful rock formations and beautiful landscapes ideal for trekking and photography.

Itinerary

(Dinner cruise included)
Welcome to Turkey! Arrive in Istanbul. Transfer from the airport & check in to your hotel. You will be given your room key and the rest of the day is yours to explore the city. Overnight in Istanbul.

DINNER CRUISE ON THE BOSPHORUS TOUR: Tonight Between 19:30 to 23:30 we have an optional Entertaining Dinner Cruise program on the Bosphorus, where Europe and Asia are connected. You will spend an unforgettable night on the Bosphorus with dinner, unlimited local alcoholic and non-alcoholic & soft drinks, belly dance show, Turkish Folklore show, DJ Performance and great entertainment on Bosphorus Dinner Cruise. End of the entertainment at about midnight 00:00 am, transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
After breakfast, we have Istanbul City Tour. Our first visit will be to Hippodrome. Ancient Hippodrome was the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column, and the Column of Constantine. Then we will visit Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque. Across from Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, it was 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. Our next visit will be to Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque. The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, previously known as the Church of Divine Wisdom, is simply the best of its kind! Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque is the greatest surviving example of Byzantine Architecture. For 1000 years, it was once the largest church in the world, decorated with stunning 6th century golden mosaics. Today it is a mosque. Lunch break at 1:00 pm. After lunch, TravelShop Group will take you to Exotic Spices and Herbs, Turkish Baklava, delicious fresh Turkish Delights, Turkish Coffee, nuts and fruits, souvenirs such as Ceramic Handicrafts, Evil Eyes totems, all naturel olive oil, soaps and many other goods in Souvenir Shops and stores. After the tour we depart for Istanbul Airport for our domestic flight to Izmir. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day will be at your leisure. Overnight in Kusadasi.

Please Note: Please do not forget to carry a headscarf with you for the visit to religious places such as Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia Mosque.

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

After breakfast between 08:00 am, departure from hotel fully guided tour of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient sites in the world en - route, visiting the Temple of Artemis, Curetes street, famous Roman baths, Celsus Library and Grand theatre.

After the Ephesus tour we will depart for Pamukkale

Upon arrival to Pamukkale we have a lunch break until 13:30 pm. Afterwards we shall visit the calcium terraces of Pamukkale (cotton castle) and the ruins of Hierapolis, then walk around this natural phenomenon and have the option of lying in the waters of the natural springs.

You will visit one of the famous textile factories of Pamukkale. Dinner and Overnight in Pamukkale.

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

After breakfast early in the morning at 08:00 drive to Konya.  Lunch at 13:30 pm at local restaurant. After the lunch visit the imposing green - tiled Mausoleum of Mevlana, the mystic founder of the Sufi sect (Whirling Dervishes). After the Konya Mevlana tour drive to Cappadocia. Arrival to Cappadocia around 18:30 pm – 19:00 and check into your hotel. Dinner and Overnight in Cappadocia.


Please Note: If you wish to join our optional activity of Cappadocia Hor Air Ballooning for tomorrow, please contact with your guide and register because it will take place early the next morning. 

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Tour starts the visit to Uçhisar Castle, the highest point of Cappadocia. Next you visit Goreme Open Air Museum, the heart of Cappadocia. Göreme Open Air Museum is famous for frescoes dating back to 10th century describing the life of Jesus Christ and monks. Next stop is Çavuşin, which is an abondened village with old cave Greek houses. After Çavuşin you go to the restaurant in Avanos to have lunch. After lunch, you visit a pottery workshop, to see how to make potteries. Then you go to Paşabağı, where you can see three-headed fairy chimneys. After Paşabagi you visit another workshop to see Cappadocian handwoven carpets and kilims. Next stop is Devrent Valley, which is also called İmagination Valley, where you can see natural rock formations looking like animals. Then you head to a wineshop in Urgup for wine tasting. Last stop is Three Beauties, three beatiful fairy chimneys with their hats, which is the symbol of Cappadocia. Dinner and overnight in Cappadocia.

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Meet your guide and driver in the hotel lobby at 09:00am for your full day tour of Ihlara Valley trekking. We visit the churches which are covered by frescoes, the walking distance is around 4km. We have our lunch next to the river bank of Melendiz River of Ihlara Valley. After our lunch break, we visit Selime Cathedral and the biggest underground city of Derinkuyu which only have 12-13s in the afternoon. We also pass though the Nar Crater Lake during our journey. Afterwards, we drive back to Pigeon Valley to see the pigeon houses which were built for collect guano. After the tour return back to hotel. Dinner and overnight in Cappadocia.

(Breakfast included)
After breakfast you will have free time in Cappadocia. Today we depart for Cappadocia Airport for our domestic flight to Istanbul and then back to home. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we would like to see you in the future in one of our tours again. Have a nice trip back home and thanks for choosing TravelShop Booking.

Trip includes

Included

1 Night hotel in Istanbul - Ramada By Wyndham Istanbul Merter Hotel
1 Night in Kusadasi - By Karaaslan Inn Hotel
1 Night in Pamukkale 5 Star Pam Thermal Hotel
3 Nights in Cappadocia - Suhan Cappadocia Hotel

PS: If This hotel list is not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange a similar hotel for your group. If you prefer a Different category hotel, there might be an additional cost.

Hotel

Professional English - speaking tour guides

Guiding Method
Fully guided

English

Meal plan as above programme

Vegetarian Halal Meat

All airport transfer services mentioned within this itinerary
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach

Coach / BusMini-coachPrivate Vehicle

Dinner cruise on the Bosphorus tour
Guided Istanbul City Tour
Guided Ephesus tour
Guided Pamukkale Tour
Guided Konya Tour
Guided North Cappadocia Tour
Guided South Cappadocia Tour
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
Hotel room taxes

Excluded

Domestic Flight from Izmir to Istanbul
Domestic flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul
International flights

Insurance: All types

Turkey Entry Visa
Optional Tour
Tipping daily for guide and driver 3 € 
Any others expenses which are not mentioned at the included section

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