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06 Nights/07 Days
Daily Tour
1 person
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Welcome to Turkey – a land where history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes come together in perfect harmony. This thoughtfully curated package is ideal for a short yet unforgettable visit, covering the vibrant city of Istanbul, the sun-kissed beaches of Antalya, and the otherworldly landscapes of Cappadocia. Designed with all the bells and whistles, this tour offers a seamless blend of iconic sights, unique experiences, and cultural discoveries, ensuring a truly extraordinary journey through one of the world’s most captivating destinations.
Meet at the airport and transfer to your hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day is at leisure to explore Istanbul at your own pace. Overnight stay in Istanbul.
Note: Istanbul has two airports: Atatürk Airport (20 km from city center) and Sabiha Gokcen Airport (55 km from city center). Transfers from Atatürk Airport are included; for Sabiha Gokcen, please contact us for transfer rates.
After breakfast, pick up at 08:30 am for a full-day tour of Old Istanbul. Visit Hagia Sophia, an architectural marvel built in the 4th century and reconstructed in the 6th century; Topkapi Palace, home to Ottoman sultans and its Imperial Treasury; the Sultanahmet (Blue) Mosque with its famous Iznik tile interior; and the Hippodrome, featuring the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpentine Column, and the Column of Constantine. After lunch at 1:00 pm, visit the Grand Covered Bazaar, a labyrinth of over 4,000 shops selling gold, carpets, ceramics, and traditional crafts. Transfer back to your hotel.
Note: Hagia Sophia is closed on Mondays, Topkapi Palace on Tuesdays, and Grand Bazaar on Sundays. Alternative visits will be arranged (Underground Cistern, Topkapi Museum, Spice Bazaar).
After breakfast, depart at 08:30 am for a Bosphorus Cruise, exploring Istanbul from the waterway that separates Europe and Asia. Visit the Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar) along the way. After the tour, transfer to Istanbul Atatürk Airport for a domestic flight to Antalya. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel, enjoy dinner, and overnight stay in Antalya.
After breakfast, depart for a full-day tour of Perge and Aspendos. Explore Perge, an ancient city with Roman ruins where St. Paul began his Anatolian mission. Continue to Aspendos, renowned for its exceptionally preserved Roman theatre, stadium, agora, and basilica. Lunch is scheduled en route. Return to Antalya for dinner and overnight stay.
After breakfast, check out and enjoy free time until departure. Transfer to Antalya Airport for a domestic flight to Cappadocia (via Kayseri). Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore Cappadocia. Dinner and overnight stay in Cappadocia.
After breakfast, depart at 09:30 am for a full-day tour of Cappadocia. Visit Uchisar Castle, the region’s highest point; Goreme Open-Air Museum, famous for 10th-century frescoes; Cavusin, an abandoned cave village; and Pasabagi, home to iconic three-headed fairy chimneys. Enjoy lunch in Avanos and visit a local pottery workshop. Explore Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley), visit a Cappadocian carpet workshop, and enjoy wine tasting in Urgup. End the day at Three Beauties, the symbolic fairy chimneys of Cappadocia. Return to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
After breakfast, enjoy free time for shopping or exploring Cappadocia. Transfer to Kayseri Airport for your domestic flight to Istanbul, followed by your onward journey home. We hope you had a memorable tour and look forward to welcoming you on future trips.