11-Day Amazing Turkey
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day journey through the enchanting landscapes and historical wonders of Europe and Turkey. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of cultural immersion, historical exploration, and natural beauty. From the bustling city of Istanbul, built on two continents, to the ancient city of Ephesus, and the lunar landscapes of Cappadocia, every day brings a new adventure. Experience the grandeur of Ottoman palaces, the tranquility of Lake Bafa, and the vibrant life of coastal towns like Bodrum and Marmaris. Enjoy boat rides on the Bosphorus and Dalyan River, explore underground cities, and marvel at the best-preserved Roman theatre in Aspendos. This tour is a feast for the senses, offering a rich tapestry of experiences that will leave you with lasting memories.
Included
Daily Breakfast, 6 Dinners
English-speaking tour guide throughout tour.
Destinations
Bodrum
Niğde
Marmaris
Selçuk
Istanbul
Antalya
Göreme
AnkaraDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Welcome to Europe
- Istanbul - Arrival day
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Your journey begins upon your arrival at the airport, where we will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel. Check the information boards in the hotel reception area for details of the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Istanbul
- Istanbul
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- Hagia Sophia
- Topkapı Palace
- Süleymaniye Mosque
- Atatürk Arboretum
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Embark on a sightseeing tour of Istanbul, a city straddling two continents. Visit the majestic Mosque of Suleyman the Magnificent, admire the exterior of Hagia Sofia, and explore the Top Kapi Palace, the former administrative center of the Ottoman Empire. End your day in the bustling Taksim neighborhood, where you can dine in one of its many restaurants or take a ride on the old tram.
Day 3 – Day 3: Boat Trip on the Bosphorus
- Istanbul
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Today, enjoy a two-hour boat trip on the Bosphorus, a strait that separates Istanbul into its European and Asian parts. Marvel at the palaces of the sultans, traditional wooden houses, and Ottoman villas as you pass under the bridges that unite Europe and Asia. Return to the center of Istanbul for some free time.
Day 4 – Day 4: Journey to Ephesus and Kusadasi
- Istanbul
- Selçuk
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- Magnesia Stadium
- House of Virgin Mary
- Kuakmer
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Leave Istanbul early and head towards Ephesus, the best-preserved ancient city of Asia Minor. Visit Saint John's Basilica, the House of the Virgin Mary, and the archaeological site. Later, continue to Kusadasi, a lively coastal town with a bustling commercial life and a charming small castle. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay.
Day 5 – Day 5: Lake Bafa, Bodrum, and Marmaris
- Bodrum
- Marmaris
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- Marmaris Amphitheatre
- Bodrum Castle
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Depart for Lake Bafa, one of Turkey's natural wonders. Continue to Bodrum, a beautiful fortified city of Greek origin where you can visit its castle or stroll through its lively streets. After lunch, head to Marmaris, another beautiful coastal tourist spot with a castle, marina, and fountains. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6 – Day 6: Dalyan and Antalya
- Antalya
- Marmaris
- Dalyan
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- Saklikent, Antalya
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Depart for Dalyan, a beautiful place next to a navigable river. Enjoy a two-hour boat ride to see the Royal Lycian Tombs and continue to a large lake where you can swim in warm waters or take a mud bath. After lunch, continue to Antalya, a coastal city with more than a million inhabitants. Visit Hadrian's Gate, the Ottoman district, and its great waterfall that falls directly into the sea. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7 – Day 7: Aspendos, Side, Karaman, and Cappadocia
- Antalya
- Side
- Niğde
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- Aspendos Theater
- Side Museum
- Karaman Museum
- Çat Kasabası
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Leave Antalya and head towards Aspendos to visit the best-preserved Roman theatre in the world. In Side, admire the Greek temple of Apollo by the sea and enjoy some free time. Travel through breathtaking landscapes, cross the Taurus mountains, and stop in Karaman to see its fortress. Continue on to the Cappadocia region for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 8 – Day 8: Exploring Cappadocia
- Niğde
- Çardak
- Uçhisar
- Göreme
- Avanos
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- Kaymaklı Underground City
- Güray Müze
- Çat Kasabası
- Uchisar Castle
- Love Valley
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Spend a full day in the fantastic region of Cappadocia, known for its lunar landscapes, churches, and troglodyte villages. Visit Gumusler, an incredible 7th-century underground monastery, and Kaymakli, an underground city that could house 30,000 people. Explore the natural fortress of Uchisar and the Goreme Valley with its open-air museum and churches carved out of the rocks. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay in Avanos.
Day 9 – Day 9: Journey to Safranbolu
- Ankara
- Hacıbektaş
- Avanos
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- Safranbolu Hidirlik Hill
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Travel to the north of the country where the landscapes turn green. Arrive in Safranbolu, a wonderful small city declared a World Heritage Site that was an important stage in the caravan routes. Enjoy a traditional Turkish tea in the courtyard of a magnificent old Caravanserai. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay.
Day 10 – Day 10: Gokgol Magarasi, Eregli, and Return to Istanbul
- Istanbul
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- Istanbul Aquarium
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Today's journey follows the Black Sea and its green landscapes. Visit Gokgol Magarasi, a magnificent cave with an underground river and multiple colors. In Eregli, next to the Black Sea, enjoy time for lunch and visit its impressive caves and tombs full of mythology. Arrive in Istanbul at the end of the day.
Day 11 – Day 11: Farewell
- Istanbul - Departure day
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After breakfast, our unforgettable journey comes to an end. We hope you enjoyed this multi-day tour and look forward to seeing you on your next adventure.
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