Arrival in Istanbul and transfer to hotel. After check-in, you will have free time to discover Istanbul at your own will. Accommodation in Istanbul.
(Group Tour)
After breakfast, you will meet with your guide in the hotel lobby and start discovering the Byzantine and Ottoman treasures of Istanbul. First, we will visit Hagia Sofia, or Saint Sophia, the church of sacred wisdom, a Christian basilica that was built by the emperor Justinian in the 6th century AD as a church and was later converted into a mosque after the fall of Constantinople in 1453. It is one of the greatest marvels of architecture. Next, we will have a stroll around the historical Hippodrome Square, which was used as a meeting place and for chariot races during the Byzantine and Roman periods. Here, we will see the Serpent Column brought from Delphi, the Egyptian Obelisk, and the German Fountain of Wilhelm ll. Our next visit will be the Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultanahmet Mosque, famous for its blue Iznik tiles and unique six minarets.
In the afternoon, we will visit Topkapı Palace, the residence of the Ottoman sultans, with its fabulous treasure chambers, and take a lunch break. Afterward, we will continue our tour with the Grand Bazaar, known as the biggest “souk” in the world. At the end of the tour, we will return to the hotel.
Accommodation in Istanbul hotel. (Breakfast – Lunch )
After breakfast, we will start our tour at 09:00 with a visit to the Spice Bazaar, also known as the Egyptian Bazaar in Eminönü Square against the beautiful scenery of Byzantium City Walls. Spice Bazaar is like a smaller version of the Grand Bazaar but offers a generous variety of products like spices, deserts, dried nuts, and fruits in an atmosphere reminiscent of the Ottoman times. Afterward, we will embark on a Bosphorus Cruise which will take us to journey along the Bosphorus Strait, which separates Europe and Asia and connects the Black Sea with the inland Marmara Sea. Some of the important landmarks you’ll see on this trip are the Dolmabahçe Palace, Çırağan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Kuleli Military School, Beylerbeyi Palace, Rumeli Fortress, beautiful historic wooden mansions as well as the Maiden Tower.
At the end of the cruise, we’ll have a lunch break and transfer to Istanbul Airport for our flight to Kayseri Airport. Upon arrival, we’ll have transferred to our hotel in Cappadocia. ( Breakfast – Dinner )
After breakfast, we will start our Cappadocia tour at 09:30. The first stop of our tour today will be Mustafapaşa Village, an old Greek town that was home to Orthodox Christians. Here, you will see madrasahs, churches, Greek mansions, and many other buildings dating back centuries. Later we will see the Keşlik Monastery. The frescoes inside the monastery will leave you fascinated. After examining these rare murals with our guide, we will continue with our next stop, Şahinefendi (Sobesos) excavation area.
In the Şahinefendi Sabesos excavation area, you will see tombs, basilica, mosaic stones, and Roman baths. Soğanlı Valley is known as the third largest monk center in Cappadocia. You will see many churches while wandering in the valley. Note that, handmade dolls of the village women in Soğanlı Village are quite famous. Afterward, we will visit Kaymaklı Underground City which is believed to be the oldest underground city in Cappadocia. It is estimated that people have been living inside the houses built in the rocks since the Paleolithic Period. However, we know that they were mostly used for protection against Roman, Persian, and Arab attacks. They were also used as storehouses. You will be amazed to see how people lived in these underground cities with endless narrow tunnels and stairs. Accomodation in Cappadocia hotel. (Breakfast – Dinner )
Optional Cappadociaevents
Turkish Night : Per Person 55 EURO (Dinner, beverages, folklore, and belly dance show)
Hot Air Balloon Tour : Per Person 100-300 EURO -Prices are not fixed, they may vary according to the season. (4:30 am to 9:00 am)
If you want to have an extraordinary experience and enjoy the views of Cappadocia from the air, you should take advantage of our special rates.
Hot Air Balloon Tours take place between 04.30 – 09.00 a.m. depending on the weather conditions.
After breakfast, our tour will start at 09:30 am with a visit to the Uçhisar Castle, which consists of volcanic rocks, and is the highest point of Cappadocia. Next, we will visit the Pigeon Valley and Göreme Open Air Museum which is home to fantastic monasteries and chapels like the Dark Church, Apple Church, Snake Church, and Saint Barbara Church. You will see the sceneries and figures from the Old and New Testaments on well-preserved frescos from the iconoclastic period.
Afterward, we will have lunch in Avanos town, located nearby River Kızılırmak. Here, we will see how world-famous pottery and ceramic are made. You can also join a pottery atelier and learn how to use the traditional kick wheels and buy souvenirs if you like. Next, we will see the Paşabağı Valley. Some of the mushroom-shaped rock formations here are several meters high. Fairy chimneys shaped by erosion for many years were used as houses by various religious groups, therefore it is also known as the Monks Valley. Next, we will visit Devrent Valley, also known as Valley of Dreams, which is famous for its rock formations resembling different animal figures.
End of the tour. You’ll have enough time to rest and relax until dinner. Accomodation in Cappadocia hotel. (Breakfast – Dinner )
After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Kayseri Airport for your flight to Izmir. Our guide will meet you at the Izmir Airport and you’ll start your tour right away. First, we will drive to Pergamon (95 km), the capital of the Kingdom of Pergamon Kings circa 282-133 BC. Upon arrival, we’ll have lunch in a local restaurant and start our exploration of the area. We will visit the Acropolis, which is the administrative center of the city, the Temple of Zeus, Dionysus, Athena, Demeter, and the famous Pergamon Library of 200,000 rolls. The Altar of Zeus, excavated during the Pergamon (Bergama) excavations, is now on display at the Pergamonmuseum in Berlin. The Great Theatre of Pergamon here is the world's steepest theater and it could entertain up to 10,000 spectators in ancient times. We will also visit the Gymnasium and the Red Basilica (St. John’s Church), which is one of the sites of the Seven Churches of Revelation.
At the end of the tour, we will drive to Izmir. Overnight stay in Izmir. ( Breakfast )
After breakfast, we will head for Ephesus (80 km) and visit the House of the Virgin Mary, which was proclaimed by Pope Paul VI in 1967 and declared as a place of pilgrimage for Christians by Pope John Paul II. According to the legend, Virgin Mary was brought here by St. John to spend her last years upon the request of Jesus Christ.
Afterward, we will visit the ancient city of Ephesus. Church of Ephesus was the most important of the Seven Churches of Asia Minor. It is thought that the Gospel of John was written here.
Ephesus is also one of the best-preserved Greco-Roman ancient cities of the Ionian Region with a population of 250,000. Some of the structures we will see here are as follows:
Ephesus Theater: It is the second-largest (first is the Colosseum in Italy) and one of the best acoustic amphitheaters in the world with a capacity of 25,000 people. Saint Paul and several priests preached here after the approval of Christianity by the Roman Empire.
Celsus Library: It is the third-largest library of ancient times, dedicated to the famous Roman consul Celsus. With its magnificent architecture, reliefs, and sculptures it still captures the atmosphere it had 2500 years ago.
Other structures include the Domitian Temple, Odeon, Medical School, Scholastica Bath (second biggest Roman Bath in Turkey), Love House, Various Monumental Fountains (dedicated to great emperors), Latrines (public toilet), Commercial Agora, Curetes Street, Arcadian Street (Ephesus harbor), and the Terrace Houses (extra charge).
After Ephesus, we will visit the Artemis Temple, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
At the end of the tour, depending on your preference, we may make a stop at the carpet weaving center, leather outlets, or ceramic craft shops.
Arrival and accommodation in Kuşadası. (Breakfast – Dinner )
After breakfast, we’ll depart for Pamukkale, the most magnificent city of Ionia via Aphrodisias (approx. 270 km). Upon arrival, we will visit the ancient Aphrodisias, named after Aphrodite, whom we know as the goddess of love and beauty in mythology. The Aphrodisias Temple, which still survives today, was used as a temple during the Roman period and was later turned into a Christian basilica. We will admire the magnificent Aphrodisias Temple, the 30,000-seat stadium, the Roman bath, the Odeon, and the Ancient Theater of Aphrodisias.
We’ll continue on our way to Pamukkale, which means cotton castle due to its famous white travertines. In Hierapolis, we’ll see the Martyrium of Apostle Philip where he was martyred during the persecutions ordered by Domitian, ancient city ruins including the Gate of Domitian, the Arcadian Way, Grand Theatre, the Nymphaion, the Temple of Apollo, the Plutonium, and the Necropolis. Afterward, we’ll enjoy walking on the white travertines.
We will have lunch in a local restaurant and free time in thermal pools or the Ancient Cleopatra Pool (extra cost). Afterward, we’ll depart for Kuşadası. Accommodation in Kuşadası. ( Breakfast – Dinner )
Breakfast and transfer from Kuşadası hotel to Izmir Airport for your flight to Istanbul. Upon landing, you’ll be transferred to the Istanbul hotel. You’ll have the rest of the day free until dinner time.
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise: You will be picked up for dinner on a Bosphorus Dinner Cruise from 20:00 to 24:00. All domestic alcoholic/non-alcoholic drinks are free during dinner. You’ll be offered a rich dining menu and can opt for meat or fish dishes depending on your preference. Dinner will be accompanied by a DJ performance, Turkish Folk Dance, and Belly Dance shows. At the end of the night, you’ll be taken back to your hotel. Accommodation in Istanbul hotel. (Breakfast - Dinner )
Free time until your airport transfer. Our tour concludes with your transfer to Istanbul Airport.
Transfer from the hotel to Istanbul Airport will be made 3,5 hours before your flight time. ( Breakfast )
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
5 Pax | 2602.00 | 3168.00 | 2602.00 | 6 - 11
2319.00 3 - 5
773.00 |
6 Pax | 2279.00 | 2845.00 | 2279.00 | 6 - 11
1995.00 3 - 5
665.00 |
7-9 Pax | 2237.00 | 2804.00 | 2237.00 | 6 - 11
1954.00 3 - 5
651.00 |
10-14 Pax | 1843.00 | 2410.00 | 1843.00 | 6 - 11
1560.00 3 - 5
520.00 |
15-19 Pax | 1770.00 | 2336.00 | 1770.00 | 6 - 11
1487.00 3 - 5
496.00 |
20-24 Pax | 1646.00 | 2213.00 | 1646.00 | 6 - 11
1363.00 3 - 5
454.00 |
25-29 Pax | 1556.00 | 2123.00 | 1556.00 | 6 - 11
1273.00 3 - 5
424.00 |
30-40 Pax | 1481.00 | 2047.00 | 1481.00 | 6 - 11
1198.00 3 - 5
399.00 |
People | Per person in Double |
Single Room | Extra Bed | Children Fee |
---|---|---|---|---|
5 Pax | 2903.00 | 3469.00 | 2903.00 | 6 - 11
2469.00 3 - 5
1235.00 |
6 Pax | 2579.00 | 3146.00 | 2579.00 | 6 - 11
2146.00 3 - 5
1073.00 |
7-9 Pax | 2538.00 | 3105.00 | 2538.00 | 6 - 11
2105.00 3 - 5
1052.00 |
10-14 Pax | 2144.00 | 2710.00 | 2144.00 | 6 - 11
1710.00 3 - 5
855.00 |
15-19 Pax | 2071.00 | 2637.00 | 2071.00 | 6 - 11
1637.00 3 - 5
819.00 |
20-24 Pax | 1947.00 | 2513.00 | 1947.00 | 6 - 11
1513.00 3 - 5
757.00 |
25-29 Pax | 1857.00 | 2424.00 | 1857.00 | 6 - 11
1424.00 3 - 5
712.00 |
30-40 Pax | 1782.00 | 2348.00 | 1782.00 | 6 - 11
1348.00 3 - 5
674.00 |
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