Departure Guaranteed Easy Made Turkiye Tour 10 Days

Guaranteed departure 10 days  Easy Made Turkiye Tour commences upon your arrival at Istanbul Airport. Private transfer to your hotel.  You can enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure, explore the hotel’s surroundings and savour Turkish coffee at a local café. In the evening, delight in dinner at a restaurant overlooking the Bosphorus.
Accommodation in Istanbul. 

After breakfast, we’ll start our Istanbul tour with your guide. Visit St. Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and the Hippodrome Square.
Hagia Sophia has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985. Hagia Sophia Cathedral, the magnificent Church of the Holy Wisdom, was built in 537 AD as an Eastern Orthodox cathedral by the Emperor Justinian of the Byzantine Empire.
Afterwards, we will visit the legendary Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque), famous for its blue Iznik tiles and unique six minarets. We stroll around the Hippodrome Square.
Hippodrome Square was the centre of chariot races and political and sporting events during the Byzantine period. Today, we see the remnants of its glorious past, such as the Serpent Column, the Theodosius Obelisk, the German Fountain, and the Sultan Ahmet Tomb.
In the afternoon, you will have the option to enjoy a half-day of the Bosphorus Cruise.
Accommodation in Istanbul. (Breakfast) 

Today, we will depart early for Çanakkale. Pick-up will be between 6:15 am and 6:45 am from your hotel. We will drive to the Gallipoli Peninsula for about 4 hours to visit one of the most important World War I sites.
Gallipoli is home to the remains of 500,000 soldiers and is one of Turkey's most important war memorials. We will visit the site of the Battle of Gallipoli, including the Lone Pine Australian Memorial, Chunuk Bair Atatürk Monument, Anzac Cove, and Johnston's Jolly Cemetery.  We see the original trenches and tunnels where the bloodiest and most dramatic scenes of the Dardanelles wars took place, and the bayonet wars were fought hand in hand.
Accommodation in Çanakkale. (Breakfast - Dinner)   

After breakfast, we’ll head to ancient Troy, the real-life location of the legendary Trojan War described in Homer's Iliad.  Troy is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. As you walk among the archaeological remains of the ancient city, discover the layers of civilisation built over thousands of years and see an iconic replica of the Trojan Horse. Visit the award-winning Troy Museum to understand Troy's mythological and historical significance better.
Behramkale is a village built on the site of the ancient settlement of Assos. Its stone architecture, narrow cobblestone streets, traditional lifestyle, tranquil atmosphere, and magnificent views are noteworthy. The village's most important landmark is the Temple of Athena, famous for its location overlooking the Aegean Sea. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee at the village coffeehouse.  Afterwards, we set off towards Kuşadası.
Accommodation in Kuşadası. (Breakfast - Dinner) 

Today, we’ll immerse ourselves in the history of ancient Ephesus.
Ephesus has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 2015.  The ancient capital of Asia Minor is one of the best-preserved ancient Greek and Roman cities in the world. It is home to the Temple of Hadrian, the marvellous Celsus Library, the Temple of Trajan, the Grand Theatre (25.000 seats), the Agora, the Gymnasium, and the Terrace House (entrance extra).
Visiting the Temple of Artemis is regarded as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.  It was destroyed by strong earthquakes and remained underground. 
At the end of the tour, we will take a short break for souvenir shopping. We will also learn about the art of hand-woven carpet weaving, which has a traditional history spanning thousands of years in Turkey.  We will learn about the preparation stage of wool and silk cocoons, how they are woven, and the factors that determine their value.
Accommodation in Kuşadası. (Breakfast - Dinner)  

After breakfast, we will drive to Pamukkale to explore the ancient city of Hierapolis and the travertine terraces.
We will enjoy a display of locally handcrafted leather goods before heading toward Pamukkale, a distance of 200 Km. 
Pamukkale is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the magnificent white calcium terraces, known as Travertines, in Pamukkale. We also tour the ancient city of Hierapolis, where we will see the Gate of Domitian, the Arcadian Street, the ancient 2nd-century Roman Theatre, the Nymphaion, the Temple of Apollo, the Plutonium, and the Necropolis. We will pass through the Roman Gate, admire the ancient Pamukkale Theatre, and walk around the grave monuments built to honour heroes. Afterwards, we will have a relaxing walk on the travertine terraces and have a chance to swim in the Ancient Cleopatra Pools (extra cost).
Accommodation in a thermal hotel in Pamukkale. (Breakfast - Dinner)

After breakfast, we will drive to Cappadocia via the ancient Silk Road route, 640 Km.
On the way, we’ll have a lunch break in Konya.  We will 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, also known as Rumi. We will also visit the Alaeddin Mosque, built on Alaeddin Hill during the Seljuk period. We will visit the Sultanhani Caravanserai along the ancient Silk Road in Aksaray province.
After our visits, we will continue on our way to Cappadocia.
Accommodation in Cappadocia.  (Breakfast - Dinner)

*Optional events in Cappadocia
-Turkish Folklore Night features traditional folklore and belly dancing shows in a cave music hall. (extra cost)
- Cappadocia Balloon Tour 

Today, we will start our tour with a visit to the Underground City and the Göreme Open Air Museum, home to a large monastery complex with dozens of monasteries, each with its own church, offering some of the best examples of Byzantine art. The churches carved into the rock feature paintings and frescoes from the tenth to the thirteenth century, whose colours retain freshness.
Kaymakli Underground City is one of Cappadocia’s most fascinating subterranean cities. Explore its tunnels, living quarters, storage rooms, and ventilation systems, which early Christians used for shelter. These underground cities in Cappadocia were used as defences against attacks from the Romans, Persians, and Arabs, as storehouses and for living.
Accommodation in Cappadocia.  (Breakfast - Dinner) 

*Optional Turkish Folklore Night features traditional folklore and belly dancing shows in a cave music hall.  

Today's trip through Mustafapaşa, Gomeda Valley, and the ancient city of Sobesos offers a rich history and natural beauty.
Visit Mustafapaşa Village (Sinasos). Explore this charming village known for its Greek Orthodox architecture, including the beautiful Church of St. Constantine and Helena. These buildings blend Greek and Turkish cultures.
Our next stop is Gomeda Valley. There, we will discover rock-carved churches and ancient shelters that showcase early Christian life. We will also enjoy hiking through vineyards and stunning landscapes while sampling local wines. Finally, we will visit Sobesos, an ancient city with unique geometric mosaic floors. These locations offer a unique glimpse into Cappadocia's diverse heritage.
Transfer to Kayseri Airport, fly to Istanbul, and transfer to your hotel.
Accommodation in Istanbul  (Breakfast )

Before your departure, enjoy a final leisurely breakfast. If your time permits, take some time for shopping. We provide private transportation to Istanbul Airport. We hope to see you on another holiday in Türkiye. (Breakfast)