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An alternative 9 Days Turkey Tour. Discover the highlights of Turkey. Visit the cultural & historic centre Istanbul, unique Cappadocia, capital city Ankara, amazing Pamukkale (cotton castle) and beautiful Antalya. A perfect budget tour to explore the foremost destinations of Turkey.
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Highlights
- Exploring Antalya, Pamukkale, Konya, Cappadocia, and Istanbul offers a diverse and enriching journey through Turkey's historical, cultural, and natural wonders.
- Antalya: Experience the beauty of Antalya's Mediterranean coastline, with its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and picturesque marina. Explore the historic old town (Kaleiçi), with its narrow cobblestone streets, Ottoman-era houses, and ancient city walls. Visit ancient sites such as Hadrian's Gate, the Hıdırlık Tower, and the Antalya Archaeological Museum, which houses a remarkable collection of artifacts from the region's rich history.
- Pamukkale: Witness the otherworldly beauty of Pamukkale's travertine terraces, formed by mineral-rich thermal waters cascading down the hillside, creating a series of gleaming white pools. Explore the ancient city of Hierapolis, with its well-preserved ruins, including a Roman theater, necropolis, and the Martyrium of St. Philip. Take a dip in the thermal pools, believed to have healing properties due to their mineral content.
- Konya: Visit the mausoleum of Mevlana Rumi, the 13th-century Persian poet, Islamic scholar, and Sufi mystic, whose teachings continue to inspire people around the world. Explore the Mevlana Museum, which houses artifacts related to Rumi's life and works, as well as a collection of illuminated manuscripts and religious relics. Experience the spiritual atmosphere of Konya, known as the "City of Whirling Dervishes," and attend a Sufi music and dance performance to witness the mesmerizing whirling ritual.
- Cappadocia: Marvel at the surreal landscape of Cappadocia, characterized by fairy chimneys, rock-cut dwellings, and ancient cave churches. Take a hot air balloon ride at sunrise for a breathtaking aerial view of the region's unique rock formations and valleys. Explore underground cities such as Kaymakli or Derinkuyu, marveling at the intricate network of tunnels and chambers carved into the soft volcanic rock. Visit Göreme Open-Air Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring rock-cut churches adorned with Byzantine frescoes.
- Istanbul: Conclude your journey in Istanbul, where East meets West, and explore its iconic landmarks, including the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar. Take a Bosphorus cruise to admire the city's skyline and historical landmarks along the strait. Immerse yourself in Istanbul's vibrant culture, cuisine, and nightlife, experiencing the city's unique blend of tradition and modernity.
Itinerary
(Dinner included)
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 Antalya. Overnight in Antalya.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
After breakfast between 08:00 am and 09:30 am pick-ups from hotel. Final timing one day before will be given you by your tour consultant. After breakfast drive to Antalya old City ( Kaleiçi ) Marina, Clock Tower, Hadrian's Gate, Broken Minaret, Hıdırlık Tower: Kaleici is a small historic part of Antalyas modern city, also known as the Old City of Antalya. In history it was once the sprawling modern Roman town, then the Byzantine Empire, then Seljuks, and finally the Ottoman Turkish town. The Hadrian's Gate (or Hadrianus Gate or The Three Gates is a triumphal arch which was built in the name of the Roman emperor Hadrian. Antalya's broken wonder is the Broken Minaret of the Korkut Mosque, which itself was built originally as a Roman temple in the 2nd century AD, and thus did not have a minaret at all. Hıdırlık Tower is a landmark tower of tawny stone in Antalya, Turkey, where Kaleiçi meets Karaalioglu Park. It is believed to be built in Hellenistic era on a square plan and later turned into circular tower in 2nd century AD and was either used as a fortification or a lighthouse in the past. we have lunch than depart for Duden waterfalls. All the streams of the region aim at finding their way into the Mediterranean and they pour down the slopes of the Taurus, sometimes overland sometimes underground and reaching their destination, result in lovely waterfalls, of which there are more than twenty. Lunch at the Hotel. After tour come back to hotel and rest of day is yours. Overnight in Antalya
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After breakfast depart for Pamukkale. At 08:00 we depart for Pamukkale. We will check at the hotel around 12.00 and we have a lunch break until 13.30. 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. Overnight in Pamukkale
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After breakfast early in the morning at 08:00 drive to Konya. 2.5 hour later we have break for coffee and after some rest drive to Konya for lunch at 13:00pm and 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 18:30pm and check into your hotel. If you wish to join our optional activity of Ballooning for tomorrow, please contact with your guide and register because it will take place early the next morning. Overnight in Cappadocia.
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After breakfast between 08:00 am and 09:30 am pick-ups from hotel. Final timing one day before will be given you by your tour consultant. We will drive you to Ozkonak Underground City, one of the best preserved Underground cities in Cappadocia. Than visit to 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 to Love Valley. Love Valley Cappadocia is a hidden valley with scenic formations to say the least. Despite the resemblance to man hood, these amazing rock formations are far from man-made. After Love Valley 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 wine shop 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 at 18.00 and you will be returned back to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.
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We depart at 8:00am for Ankara during the trip (4 hours distance). On the way, we will stop at Salt Lake, which it is a natural Salt Lake and the second biggest lake in Turkey. Arrival to Ankara around 12:30 and we have lunch break. After the lunch, Visit Ataturk Museum at the Ataturk Mausoleum. (Ataturk is the founder of the modern Turkey). Evening we depart for Ankara Esenboga airport for our domestic flight to Istanbul. Transfer from Ataturk airport to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to explore Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.
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After breakfast between 08:00 am and 09:30 am pick-ups from hotel. Final timing one day before will be given you by your tour consultant. Today you will depart for the Istanbul City Tour. "TOPKAPI PALACE" The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries. The palace 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. Next on the list is the "SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE" Across from St. Sophia 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. Outside the Blue Mosque we find the "HIPPODROME". The Ancient Hippodrome was the scene of chariot races and entertainment. The Hippodrome comprises of three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine. After a short enjoyable lunch break we head to the Grand Spice Bazaar for shopping. After the shopping tour come back to Hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
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Pick up at 08:30am from the hotel and depart for the Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise and Shopping Tour. Visit the GRAND SPICE BAZAAR. The air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable herb and spice. BOSPHORUS BY BOAT a traditional excursion by boat along the waterway separating Europe and Asia. The shore is lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. During the excursion you will see the magnificent sights of the following attractions from your boat. See Dolmabahce Palace, and further along, the parks and imperial pavilions of Yildiz Palace. On the coastal edge of this park, is Ciragan Palace, 300 meters of its marble facade faces the shore. At Ortakoy a great variety of artists gather every Sunday to display their work along the street. Ortakoy is a symbol of tolerance with a church, a mosque and a synagogue existing side by side for centuries. RUMELI FORTRESS Built by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1452 prior to the conquest of Istanbul was completed in only four months to control and protect the infamous Bosphorus passage. It is one of the most beautiful works of military architecture anywhere in the world. BEYLERBEYI PALAS (PALACE) The summer residence of Ottoman sultans exists in its original renovated glory featuring original antique furniture and magnificent gardens with the Harem on the Asian side of Istanbul. BOSPHORUS BRIDGE enjoy a unique chance to step from one continent (Asia) to another (Europe) CAMLICA HILL the highest point in Istanbul. At the top of it you can rest and admire the magnificent panorama of Istanbul and the Bosporus from the beautiful gardens, landscaped in traditional Turkish Ottoman style. SHOPPING TOUR (after cruise) Experience the traditional silk weaving skills of Turkish women at the carpet weaving courses provided by The Ministry of National Education. You will get the opportunity to see jewellery, handcrafts center and a modern leatherwear show. Enjoy the experience of shopping whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen, with Murti's Tour's local escort full of knowledge about how to haggle the streets of Istanbul. The rest of the evening is yours to explore Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer the airport for your fliht back home. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we look forward to seeing you in the future on another TravelShop Booking Tour. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for choosing Us
Trip includes
Included
3 nights hotel in Istanbul - Ramada Hotel & Suite Golden Horn
1 night hotel in Pamukkale - 5 Star Pam Thermal Hotel
2 nights hotel in Antalya - 4 Star Best Western Khan Hotel
2 nights hotel in Cappadocia - Antique House Cave Hotel
PS: If This hotel list not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange similar other hotel for your group. If you prefer a Different category hotel, there might be an additional cost
Professional English - speaking tour guides
Guiding Method
Fully guided
8 breakfasts
7 local lunches at restaurants during to tours
8 local dinners at the hotels
Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking coach
All Airport transfer mention in site the Itinerary
Guided Istanbul city tour
Guided Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise • Guided Ankara tour
Guided Salt Lake Tour
Guided Pamukkale tour
Guided Antalya Old City tour with waterfalls
Guided Konya tour
Guided Cappadocia Tour with Underground City and Goreme Open Air Museum
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Excluded
International and Domestic Flights
Insurance: All types
City tax
Turkey entry visa
Personal expenses: Extras at hotel or additional meals
Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers
Insurance: All types
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