(Indian dinner included)

After you arrive at Istanbul International Airport, your guide will greet you, offer assistance, and transfer you to your hotel. Istanbul has been the capital city of the Roman/Byzantine, Latin, and Ottoman empires for centuries, and it is a fascinating city that spans two continents: Europe and Asia. The city offers a mix of museums, bazaars, minarets, mosques, churches, palaces, and restaurants catering to everyone's preferences, which is why it attracts more than 13 million foreign tourists each year. You will spend the night in Istanbul.

Please check out TSG's optional tours for the night. 

(Breakfast, Indian Lunch and Indian Dinner included)

After breakfast, the tour will depart for a gorgeous Istanbul City Tour. The first stop is Sultanahmet Square, where the Sultanahmet 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. A neo-Byzantine style artifact can be seen on the square German Fountain, which was built in the nineteenth century. 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.

Please note: Remember to bring a headscarf when visiting religious sites such as the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia Mosque. Plus most of the travelers book Optional Dinner Cruise On The Bosphorus tour for the night, so you may want to check. 

(Breakfast, Indian Lunch and Indian Dinner included)

The TSG team will pick you up from the hotel after breakfast around 8:00 a.m. for "Bosphorus by Boat". a traditional excursion by boat along the waterway separating Europe and Asia. The shoreline is home to dozens of old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. You will have the opportunity to see the 19th-century Ottoman masterpiece Dolmabahce Palace, Yildiz Palace, one of the unique samples of the last period of Ottoman architecture, and Ciragan Palace with its amazing marble facades from the boat. Additionally, the Rumeli Fortress, one of the most exquisite examples of Ottoman military architecture, the harmony of eastern and western architectural styles at the Beylerbeyi Palace, the iconic view of Ortakoy, and more can be seen during the boat tour.

Camlica Hill is the highest point in Istanbul. At the top of it, you can rest and admire the magnificent panorama of Istanbul and the Bosphorus from the beautiful gardens, landscaped in traditional Turkish Ottoman style. Lunch break at the Turkish restaurant. 

The tour concludes with transportation to Istanbul Airport, where you will catch a domestic flight to Izmir. Once you arrive, you will check into your hotel in Kusadasi, enjoy dinner, and spend the night there.

(Breakfast, Indian Style Lunch and Indian dinner, alcohol and soft drinks 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. After lunch, we will visit Sirince Village, which also has a fantastic reputation for local wine production in Turkey, especially fruit wines. 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 where traditional Turkish art is still practiced. 

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. Here, the tour includes wine tasting and learning how to make fruit wine in the wine houses. After the tour, transfer to your hotel.

Tonight, indulge in some fun at our special Diwali Party Night! The event will begin at 7:30 pm and conclude at midnight. The private hall will serve authentic Indian cuisine with options for Jaine, Veg, and Non-Veg preferences. You can enjoy Bollywood music played by our DJ along with local soft and alcoholic beverages.

(Includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as alcohol and soft drinks)

The day is all yours! No need to wake up early; enjoy the sunshine and soak in the views of the magnificent beach and crystal clear sea. You can explore the city, shop at the local markets, relax in the hotel, or opt for one of the many day trips available. These include a Traditional Turkish bath, Didim, Milet and Priene Tour, Jeep Safari, diving or snorkeling, and many more. You will spend the night in Kusadasi.

(Includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner in Indian style)

Your hotel pick-up is scheduled for the morning, followed by a journey to Pamukkale, also known as the "cotton castle" due to its unique appearance. This natural wonder is a "must-see" site in Turkey, and it is truly one-of-a-kind in the world. The calcite-rich waters that came from a cliff that rises nearly 200 meters above the plain and provides a view of the area's plain created the mineral forests, petrified waterfalls, and terraced basins. The water runs warm, with a temperature of 35 °C, and contains calcium bicarbonate. Once it loses its carbon dioxide, limestone deposits are left behind, which have formed the unique landscape of Pamukkale.

Hierapolis, which was built by the Attalid dynasty, who were Pergamon's rulers, is the second stop of our tour. It is now protected as a cultural and natural heritage site by UNESCO. Visitors can see the remains of numerous ancient Greek buildings at the location, including temples, baths, and others.  After the tour, there will be some free time to explore Turkish handicrafts, such as leather, textiles, onyx, jewelry, or Turkish Delight.  Overnight in Pamukkale.

Optional Tandem Paragliding and Hot Air Balloon Tour tours are so popular in the region, kindly consider them. 

(Includes breakfast, local style lunch, and Indian dinner)

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. 

Kindly take note that if you would like to participate in our optional activity of Cappadocia Hot Air Ballooning tomorrow, please get in touch with your guide and sign up, as it will take place early in the morning.

(Breakfast, Indian Lunch and Indian Dinner included)

A new day, new destinations… The day starts with an Ozkonak Underground City visit that was built in Idis Mountain, where volcanic granite-made tuff layers are quite dense and the galleries are connected by tunnels. The Goreme Open Air Museum will be the following destination; it can be said that it is the heart of Cappadocia. The region was listed as a Unesco World Heritage site in 1985 and it is home to the churches of Durmus Kadir, Yusuf Koc, El Nazar, Sakli, Meryem Ana (Virgin Mary) Kiliclar, Tokali, and Dark churches. Plus, the Convent of Monks and Nuns, Chapel of St Basil, and St. Barbara can be seen, along with lots of captivating church interior paintings that have reached us today. With a few minutes’ walk, Cavusin will be waiting for you, and you can explore. The Christians who created living spaces for themselves in the fairy chimneys of those fleeing the oppression of the Romans.

Lunch will be in Avanos which is the home of pottery dating way back to the Hittites. There will be a workshop visit and shopping chances here that can’t be missed. Then, we will visit Love Valley, a hidden valley with breathtaking rock formations. Despite their resemblance to man-made structures, these formations are purely natural.  

Our next stop is the Devrent Valley, also known as the Imagination Valley, where you can see natural rock formations shaped like animals. The last stop is the Three Beauties, three beautiful fairy chimneys with their distinctive hats, which symbolize the region. Overnight in Cappadocia.

An optional Turkish Night Show is available as an optional activity in Cappadocia, starting at 7:30 pm. The show takes place in an authentic cave and features traditional cuisine, a belly dance performance, Turkish folklore, and a DJ providing unlimited local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

(Breakfast included)

Following breakfast, you will have some leisure time to spend in Cappadocia. Later in the day, we will proceed to Kayseri Airport to catch a domestic flight to Istanbul.

The tour ends this morning after nine amazing days. Join your fellow travelers for breakfast at the hotel, and take the opportunity to bid farewell to your newfound friends. 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. We look forward to welcoming you back on another adventure in the near future!