Tour Code : EN-025

Classical Turkey Tour 9 Days By Car

Arrival in Istanbul and transfer to hotel. After check-in, you will have free time to discover Istanbul by yourself.
Overnight stay in Istanbul.

After breakfast, at 08:30, meet with your guide to visit Topkapi Palace, the residence of the Ottoman sultans for four centuries, including the treasure and holy relics. Hagia Sophia cathedral, stroll in the Sultanahmet area and continue with a visit to the Blue Mosque, a marvel of harmony, proportion, and elegance; and the Hippodrome that preserves the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpentine Column, the Emperor William Fountain, and the Egyptian Obelisk. At noon we will enjoy a typical lunch at a local restaurant At the end of the afternoon, we will visit the famous Grand Bazaar where we will enjoy free time to get lost among its 4 thousand shops.
Overnight stay in Istanbul. (Breakfast )

Early departure from Istanbul to Ankara by vehicle (approx. 5 hrs). Ankara is the capital of  Turkey. Visit Anıtkabir, also known as the Mausoleum of Atatürk, the final resting place of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the leader of the Turkish War of Independence and the founder of the Republic of Turkey. After this visit, we’ll have lunch in a local restaurant and continue to Cappadocia. On the way, we’ll stop at Salt Lake for pictures. Our next destination will be the 13th-century Seljuk-era caravanserai Sultanhani. Afterwards, we’ll be heading to our hotel.
Overnight stay in Cappadocia (Breakfast – Dinner )
Note: Before arrival in Cappadocia, book for the Balloon tour. If the balloon flight is cancelled due to unfavourable weather,  full refund.

Hot Air Balloon Tour  04:30 – 09:00  Take breakfast and start the Cappadocia Tour.
First, we will visit the Uçhisar Castle, which consists of volcanic rocks and is the highest point of Cappadocia. We will watch the Pigeon Valley, fairy chimneys, valleys, and fantastic region views. Next, we will visit the Pigeon Valley and have a sightseeing tour of Goreme Village, which has fascinating cave houses and an authentic atmosphere.
Pasabagi Valley (Monks Valley) and Devrent Valley are famous for their rock formations resembling different animal figures.
Take a Lunch Break in a local restaurant in Avanos. Then, visit a pottery workshop to see how pottery is made by hand. We complete our tour by seeing the Göreme open-air museum, rock churches such as Snake church, Elmalı Church and fairy chimneys.
Overnight in Cappadocia ( Breakfast –  Dinner )


Overnight stay in Cappadocia ( Breakfast –  Dinner )

After breakfast, we’ll depart early for Pamukkale (approx. 630 km).  On the way, we’ll make a stop in the city of Konya and visit the Mevlana Museum, which houses the tomb of the great 13th-century Persian poet and founder of the Order of the Whirling Dervishes, Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Balkhi, popularly known as Rumi in Western countries. Next, we’ll visit the Karatay Theological School, famous for its beautiful tiles.
Afterwards, we’ll have lunch in a local restaurant and continue to Pamukkale.
Arrival and overnight stay in a thermal hotel in Pamukkale.  (Breakfast – Dinner )

After breakfast, explore Pamukkale, which is on the world heritage site list and famous for its white travertines and healing thermal waters.  Visit ancient Hierapolis, the Martyrium of Apostle Philip, where he was martyred during the persecutions ordered by Domitian; and the ancient city ruins, including the Gate of Domitian, the Arcadian Way, Grand Theatre, the Nymphaion, the Temple of Apollo, the Plutonium, and the Necropolis. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy walking on the white travertines of Pamukkale.  
We will have lunch in a local restaurant.  Then, we will have free time to swim in the thermal pool or the Ancient Cleopatra Pools (not included).
Departure for Kusadasi 220 Km. 
Dinner and overnight stay in Kuşadası or Izmir. ( Breakfast - Dinner )

Optional Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour
Note
: If the Cappadocia Balloon tour is not done, you can join the Balloon Tour in Pamukkale.

 

Today, we will visit the ancient city of Ephesus, It is 20 km away from Kusadasi, the most well-known, best-preserved, and essential pilgrimage centre for Christians in the ancient world. First, we will visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
The Virgin Mary House. Virgin Mary, who came to Ephesus with St. Paul, spent the last years of her life in this stone house at the top of Bülbül Mountain, 5 km from Ephesus.
Lunch Break in a local restaurant.
Ephesus is a World Heritage-listed and best-preserved Ancient Roman city. Before it was founded in Selçuk, there was a settlement on the Selçuk Ayasuluk hill. We’ll see Harbour Street, Marble Street, the Grand Theater with a capacity of 25,000, the Hercules Gate, the famous Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the Ephesus Prytaneion, the State Agora, and the Odeon.
We'll take a 30-minute shopping break in a leather fabric outlet magazine and gift shop. 
At the end of the tour, we set out for Izmir. 90 Km.
Overnight stay in Izmir or Kusadasi (Breakfast – Dinner )

After breakfast, we’ll leave early for Istanbul. On the way, we will visit Bursa, the Ottoman Empire's first capital. Here, we’ll see the Great Mosque, the Green Mosque, Tombs of Osman Gazi and Orhan Gazi, Tomb of Prince Mustafa, son of Suleiman the Magnificent, Hanlar District, the Grand Bazaar, and Koza Han Silk Market.
We’ll have lunch in a local restaurant where you can sample the traditional Iskender Kebab particular to Bursa.
Arrival and overnight stay in Istanbul. (Breakfast )

Free time until your airport transfer (If you didn’t have the Bosphorus tour on your arrival day, it will be arranged today if you have enough time before your departure). Transfer to Istanbul Airport. (Breakfast )  Tour distance. 2.400 Km

Customized Tours
We can create a tour program on your request and offer an itinerary that suits your personal, educational, cultural, and budgetary requirements. Please contact us with your requests.

People Per person in
Double
Single Room Extra Bed Children Fee
1 Pax 0.00 7946.00 0.00
2 Pax 4227.00 4811.00 4227.00
7 - 11
3935.00
3 - 6
1312.00
3 Pax 3299.00 3883.00 3299.00
7 - 11
3007.00
3 - 6
1002.00
4 Pax 2867.00 3452.00 2867.00
7 - 11
2575.00
3 - 6
858.00
5 Pax 2596.00 3180.00 2596.00
7 - 11
2304.00
3 - 6
768.00
6 Pax 2343.00 2928.00 2343.00
7 - 11
2051.00
3 - 6
684.00
7-9 Pax 2148.00 2732.00 2148.00
7 - 11
1856.00
3 - 6
619.00
10-14 Pax 1841.00 2425.00 1841.00
7 - 11
1549.00
3 - 6
516.00
15-19 Pax 1687.00 2272.00 1687.00
7 - 11
1395.00
3 - 6
465.00
20-24 Pax 1587.00 2171.00 1587.00
7 - 11
1295.00
3 - 6
432.00
25-29 Pax 1522.00 2106.00 1522.00
7 - 11
1230.00
3 - 6
410.00
30-40 Pax 1456.00 2040.00 1456.00
7 - 11
1164.00
3 - 6
388.00
People Per person in
Double
Single Room Extra Bed Children Fee
1 Pax 0.00 8324.00 0.00
2 Pax 4604.00 5188.00 4604.00
7 - 11
4124.00
3 - 6
2062.00
3 Pax 3677.00 4261.00 3677.00
7 - 11
3196.00
3 - 6
1598.00
4 Pax 3245.00 3829.00 3245.00
7 - 11
2764.00
3 - 6
1382.00
5 Pax 2974.00 3558.00 2974.00
7 - 11
2493.00
3 - 6
1246.00
6 Pax 2721.00 3305.00 2721.00
7 - 11
2240.00
3 - 6
1120.00
7-9 Pax 2525.00 3109.00 2525.00
7 - 11
2044.00
3 - 6
1022.00
10-14 Pax 2218.00 2803.00 2218.00
7 - 11
1738.00
3 - 6
869.00
15-19 Pax 2065.00 2649.00 2065.00
7 - 11
1584.00
3 - 6
792.00
20-24 Pax 1965.00 2549.00 1965.00
7 - 11
1484.00
3 - 6
742.00
25-29 Pax 1900.00 2484.00 1900.00
7 - 11
1419.00
3 - 6
709.00
30-40 Pax 1834.00 2418.00 1834.00
7 - 11
1353.00
3 - 6
676.00

** Tour Type    : Private Tour
** Price Policy : Price changes depending on people's number.
** Ask about private tour price discount rates on particular dates.

Price includes

Private transfers Istanbul Airport – Hotel – Istanbul Airport / 2 ways

8-night hotel accommodation with daily breakfast

4 dinners

Entrance fees, as per the itinerary

Hotel service fees and taxes

Professional licensed tour guide for the duration of the tour

Private air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicles, experienced driver

Porterage at hotels

Highway, bridge, and parking fees.

City tax – VAT.

Price Excludes

Personal expenses

Beverages for Dinner and Lunch

Hot Air Balloon Tour

Travel Insurance ( Highly Recommended )

Tips for the guide and driver per day 7 USD

(Cash payment made to the officer on arrival day)

 

Cancellation Policy  

- For cancellations made 45 days before the tour, 100% refund. (Except per person 175 € for register, bank commission, and domestic flight ticket cost)
- For cancellations made 44 - 30 days before the tour, 50% refund. (Except for the Bank Commission)
- For cancellations made 29 - 15 days before the tour, 20 % refund.
- No refunds for reservations made 19 days before the tour. %100 Penalty is applied.


Remarks


- Please note that it is mandatory to have travel health insurance.
- Our team confirms the selected hotels' availability on the booking date. However, we will book similar hotels for your stay if unavailable.
- The guide may change the tour program due to bad weather, traffic jams, or similar situations.
- If any location in the itinerary is closed, we will arrange to visit other places.
During the tours, you will walk approximately 2 km daily on uneven and cobblestone surfaces, inclines, and steps.
- You should wear comfortable clothing, flat walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen during summer. Please bring a raincoat, warm clothes, winter walking shoes, an umbrella, etc. to stay comfortable in winter.
- When visiting religious places like churches, mosques, and cathedrals, it is recommended to wear plain clothing, including closed and long skirts
- The order of the sites visited may change to avoid crowds.
- Please ensure to carry your passport for all domestic flights. Domestic flights are economy class, and the luggage limit is 15 Kg.

Optional Events  in Cappadocia   
Hot Air Balloon Tour (4:30 am to 9:30 am
* Balloon Tour Prices are not fixed. It either gets cheaper or more expensive, depending on seasonal demands.
Turkish Night (20:00 24:00)
* Turkish Night Reservation is made upon your request. In the evening for an amazing Turkish Night in a great Cave music hall with traditional dance shows and music. Dinner and Unlimited beverages.
Whirling Dervishes Show: Per Person  30 Euro

Optional Events  in Pamukkale  
Hot Air Balloon Tour in Pamukkale  

Closing Days of Sites in Istanbul
Sunday                 - Grand Bazaar
Monday               - Dolmabahçe, and Beylerbeyi palaces, Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum
Tuesday               - Topkapı Palace, Military Museum
Wednesday        -  Chora (Kariye) Museum, Yedikule, Rumeli Fortress
Thursday             - Dolmabahçe and Beylerbeyi palaces
Friday                   - Most museums are open
Saturday              - Zulfaris Synagogue (Jewish Museum of Istanbul)

 

 

HOTELS  


Standard Package  Hotels 

Istanbul (3)         - Piya Sport Hotel 4*
Cappadocia (2)  - Mihran Hotel 4*
Pamukkale (1)    - Richmond Thermal 5*
Kusadasi     (2)    - İlayda Avantgarde 4*

Gold  Package Hotels 
Istanbul (3)         - Barcelo Istanbul 5*
Cappadocia (2)  - Utopia Cave  5*
Pamukkale (1)    - Colossae Thermal 5*
Kusadasi    (2)     - Signature Blue Resort 5*

Note: Sample hotels are confirmed if available on the reservation date. If not available, bookings are made for similar hotels.

 

HIGHLIGHTS

Istanbul
Topkapi palace
Blue Mosque
Maiden Tower
Hagia Sophia
Galata Tower
Cappadocia

Pigeon Valley
Uçhisar Castel
Göreme Open Air Museum
Paşabaği Valley
Devrent Valley
Çavuşin Village
Avanos
Kaymakli Underground City
Mustafapaşa Village
Cappadocia Balloon Tour
Kusadasi
Ephesus
The Temple of Artemis
The House of Virgin Mary
Pamukkale
Hierapolis
Denizli
Kusadasi
Izmir
Bursa

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Tour Code
EN-025
Tour Name
Classical Turkey Tour (By Car) - 9 Days/8 Nights
Departure Point
Istanbul
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Classical Turkey Tour Itinerary 9 Days     

 

Embark on a 9-day Classic Türkiye tour to explore Turkey's most popular attractions by car. This pleasant 2400 km journey follows the historical Silk Road, taking you through Istanbul, Ankara, Konya, the fascinating Cappadocia with its Fairy Chimneys, Pamukkale and its White Travertines, the Magnificent Ancient City of Ephesus, the Holy Place of the Virgin Mary, and Bursa, famous for its silks. Experience Turkey's natural beauty and savour its delicious food.

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  • Tour Code : EN-025
  • Duration : 9 Days
  • Start : Istanbul
  • End : Istanbul
  • Tour Season : All Year Around
  • Transfer : Vehicle
  • Distance : 2.600 Km.
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