8 Days Romantic Turkey Tour
|8 Days, 5 Destinations |Starts from Istanbul
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Duration
8 days

Max Group Size
40

Departure Type
Scheduled

Tour Operator
Travel Shop Booking

Age Requirement
12 - 99 Ages

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In
English

Physical level
relax

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Istanbul

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Istanbul

Tour Overview

DiscoveryExplorerFamilyHistoricalHot Air BalloonIn-depth CulturalMuseumPhotographySightseeingSolo TravelWalking Tour

If you are looking for something special and extraordinary then look no further. This is one of our best tours in Turkey, including Istanbul - Pamukkale - Antalya & Cappadocia. This an exquisite tour for you with all the bells and whistles. There are no long bus rides just domestic flights getting you to your destination comfortable and relaxed. By booking that tour, you will be able to see Istanbul, Mediterranean Region and Central Anatolia. An Ideal tour for those who loves history, culture, sea, sand, adventure and parties for their holiday in Turkey!

Highlights

Hagia Sophia: Marvel at the architectural marvel of Hagia Sophia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has served as a church, mosque, and museum over the centuries. Blue Mosque: Admire the stunning blue-tiled interior and six minarets of the Blue Mosque, an iconic symbol of Istanbul. Topkapi Palace: Explore the opulent Topkapi Palace, once the residence of Ottoman sultans and now a museum housing exquisite artifacts. Bosphorus Cruise: Cruise along the Bosphorus Strait, enjoying panoramic views of Istanbul's skyline, historic landmarks, and waterfront mansions. Hierapolis Ancient City: Discover the ancient ruins of Hierapolis, including well-preserved Roman baths, temples, and theaters. Old Town (Kaleiçi): Explore the charming cobblestone streets and historic buildings of Antalya's Old Town, home to quaint cafes, boutique shops, and Ottoman-era architecture. Düden Waterfalls: Marvel at the beauty of Düden Waterfalls, where the Düden River cascades over limestone cliffs into the Mediterranean Sea. Kaleiçi Marina: Stroll along the picturesque Kaleiçi Marina, lined with yachts, fishing boats, and waterfront restaurants offering fresh seafood. Göreme Open-Air Museum: Explore the rock-cut churches and monasteries of Göreme Open-Air Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hot Air Balloon Ride: Experience the breathtaking beauty of Cappadocia from above on a sunrise hot air balloon ride, drifting over fairy chimneys, valleys, and ancient cave dwellings.

Itinerary

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. Overnight in Istanbul. There are two airports in Istanbul. Istanbul Ataturk airport is 20 km away from city center and Sabiha Gokcen airport is 55 km away from city center. Transfer from Ataturk airport to your hotel is included, if you arrive to Sabiha Gokcen airport please contact us for transfer rates.

(Breakfast and Lunch included)
After breakfast, we have Istanbul City Tour. Our first visit will be 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. Than 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 see will be 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. You can see it from outside.  After that see TOPKAPI PALACE, the great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries housing 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, the Holy Mantle; enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. You can see it from outside.    The Basilica Cistern Museum is one of the most important cultural assets where we can trace the traces of glorious Istanbul history. With its 80,000-ton water storage capacity, Yerebatan Cistern is the largest covered cistern in the city and stands out with more reclaimed supporting elements compared to other covered cisterns. Covering an area of approximately 10,000 square meters, this colossal structure has a rectangular shape with a length of 140 meters and a width of 70 meters. You can see it from outside.  After the tour, transfer back to your hotel. Dinner at Indian restaurant and Overnight in Istanbul.

 

If you would like to visit with entrance below sites;

Topkapi Palace Museum Entrance Fee. You pay the door price.

The Basilica Cistern Museum Entrance You pay the door price.

Please Note: Please do not forget to carry Scarf with you because of visiting to Blue Mosque & Haghia Sophia Mosque

(Breakfast and Local dinner included)
Free Day until departure for your domestic flight to Denizli. Transfer from airport and check in to your hotel in Pamukkale. Overnight in Pamukkale.

(Breakfast, Local lunch and Local dinner included)
08:00 we depart on our tour of Pamukkale travertines and the ancient city of Hierapolis. You will visit Domitian Gate, Colonnaded Gate, and Cathedral, Red waters of Karahayit, Lunch, Pamukkale, and The Travertines of Pamukkale. After Pamukkale tour transfer to coach station for Antalya. It takes around 4 hours. Upon arrival, meet with our representative and proceed to hotel for check in. Rest of the day is yours. Dinner and overnight in Antalya

(Breakfast, Local Lunch and Local dinner included)
After breakfast we will depart for Perge and Aspendos. PERGE: According to the geographer Strabon. Perge has been founded by Akhas who came down here after the Trojan wars. Perge was first mentioned in 334 BC when Alexander the Great passed through here. In the following years, Perge went under the control of Pergamon when the Kingdom of Pergamon became a part of the Roman city. In the first and the second centuries BC, Perge became one of the richest towns in Pamphylia. Therefore it is not a surprise that St. Paul started his campaign in Anatolia from Perge in 46 AD. After Perge, we will depart for Aspendos. Lunch break on the way. ASPENDOS: The eastern land of Antalya was called Pamphylia in ancient times. Aspendos (Belkis) lies 47 km east of Antalya in the Pamphylian plain. In 486 BC, Greeks and Persians had a great battle here (Greeks won, they didn't stay for long). During the reign of the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius (161-80 AD) Aspendos got its theatre, which is the best preserved of all. It was built by Romans and maintained by Byzantines and Seljuks. The ruins of the ancient city are extensive and include a stadium, an agora, and a basilica. Dinner and overnight in Antalya.

(Breakfast and Local dinner included)
After breakfast, at 12:00 check out and free time till departure. Then we depart for Antalya airport for our domestic flight to Cappadocia. Transfer from Kayseri airport to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to explore Cappadocia. Dinner and Overnight in Cappadocia.

(Breakfast, Local Lunch and Local dinner included)
Today we will get to know the Cappadocia region, a volcanic area in which the geological formation started 10 million years ago. As a result of these formations phallic like pillars have come to life. The beautiful horse country Katpatuka, (as the Persians called her) is an unbelievable strip of land, enchanting and mysterious. Cappadocia region is also famous for its arts, including ceramic and carpets. You will be picked up approximatley 09:30 from your hotel to join our regular tour. Tour starts with 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 Pasabagi where you can see three - headed fairy chimneys. After Pasabagi 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 wineshop 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 18:00 and you will be returned back to your hotel. Dinner and overnight Cappadocia.

(Breakfast included)
After breakfast you will have free time for shopping in Cappadocia. Then we depart for Kayseri 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

2 Nights hotel in Istanbul - 5 Star La Quinta by Wyndham Istanbul

1 Night hotel in Pamukkale - Pam Thermal Hotel

2 Nights hotel in Antalya - Best Western Khan Hotel

2 Nights hotel in Cappadocia - Elpuente Cave Hotel

PS: If This hotel list not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange smilar other 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

7 open buffet breakfasts
3 local lunches during the tours
5 local dinners at hotels

Vegetarian Halal Meat

All Airport transfer mention to Itinerary
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non - smoking coach
Return airport transfer

Coach / BusMini-coachPrivate Vehicle

Guided Istanbul city tour
Guided Pamukkale tour
Guided Antalya tour
Guided Cappadocia
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary

Excluded

Domestic flight from Istanbul to Denizli
Domestic flight from Antalya to Cappadocia
Domestic flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul
International flights

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 in the included section
Personal expenses: extras at hotel or additional meals
Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers
City Tax

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