Bienvenue to Istanbul! As soon as you arrive, TSG will be on hand to transfer you to your hotel. You have an incredible and enriching tour ahead of you, but today is a free day. You can use this time to unwind from your flight, explore the area, or even take part in one of our optional tours.

(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 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.

Please note: Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays, the Bascilica Cistern can be an alternative. Please contact your consultant for details. Remember to bring a headscarf when visiting religious sites such as the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia Mosque.

(Breakfast and 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.

After lunch, the TSG team will take you to the bazaar, where you can find authentic goods. The air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme, and various herbs, Turkish baklava, Turkish delight, and fresh Turkish coffee, as well as handicraft souvenirs. 

Then we depart for Istanbul Airport for a domestic flight to Denizli. Transfer from the airport and check in to your hotel in Pamukkale. Dinner and overnight in Pamukkale.

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

Wellness Cure Silver Program 2 x Peloidotherapy (Mud Therapy) (20 min.) 1 x Medical Massage (30 min.) 2 x Thermal water (Hotspring). After breakfast, our wellness program starts at the hotel. Today you will have the above program, according to your schedule. Dinner and overnight in Pamukkale.

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

Wellness Cure Silver Program 2 x Peloidotherapy (Mud Therapy) (20 min.) 1 x Medical Massage (30 min.) 2 x Thermal water (Hotspring) After breakfast, our wellness program starts at the hotel. Today you will have the above program, according to your schedule. Dinner and overnight in Pamukkale.

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

Wellness Cure Silver Program 2 x Peloidotherapy (Mud Therapy) (20 min.) 1 x Medical Massage (30 min.) 2 x Thermal water (Hotspring) After breakfast, our wellness program starts at the hotel. Today you will have the above program, according to your schedule. Dinner and overnight in Pamukkale.

(Breakfast, Lunch 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. After the tour, transfer to Kusadasi. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi.

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

(Breakfast, Lunch 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. 

After the tour, drive to the thermal center in Davutlar. The use of water in the form of a bath is regulated by medical authorities and is used for inflammatory rheumatism diseases, soft tissue diseases, cerebral palsy rehabilitation, stress disorders, neurology, athletic injuries, etc. Overnight in Kusadasi.

(Breakfast included)

Today we depart for Izmir Airport for our domestic flight to Istanbul and then back to home. End of our services. Please, check your suitcases, flight details, and other details before your domestic and international flights. 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!