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Begin your Turkish adventure in the vibrant city of Istanbul. After a complimentary transfer from the airport to your hotel, meet your local leader and fellow travelers at 1 pm. Embark on a guided tour of the Old City, where you'll visit historical treasures like the Blue Mosque, the ancient Hippodrome, and the fourth-century stone road marker, The Million. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at a stylish restaurant, offering local delicacies and panoramic views of the Bosphorus.

After an early breakfast, journey to the port city of Canakkale. After lunch, head to the Gallipoli Peninsula, a significant site of the 1915 battles. Tour the former battlefields, visit the memorials of Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair, and learn about the historical events that unfolded here. Spend the evening at your leisure in Canakkale.

Travel to Selcuk, stopping en route in Troy, where history and mythology intertwine. Explore the ancient city walls and learn about its intriguing past. Upon arrival in Selcuk, join your leader for a walk around the town, visiting the last remaining column of the Temple of Artemis, the ancient aqueducts, and the 14th-century Isabey Mosque.

Travel to the town of Pamukkale, known for its stunning travertine terraces. Explore the ruins of Hierapolis, an important Roman bath center, and learn about its history. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure, perhaps taking advantage of the healing properties of the thermal waters.

Journey to the coast, stopping at the ghost village of Kayakoy. Continue to Kas, a holiday town adorned with Lycian tombs and whitewashed walls. After a walking tour, enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure, perhaps savoring a local gozleme or exploring the local markets.

Set off for a boat cruise around the islands, visiting the villages of Ucagiz and Simena. Enjoy a range of freshly prepared local dishes on board and take a dip in the turquoise waters. Return to Kas for an evening at your leisure.

Start your day with a guided visit to the Antalya Museum. Later, travel to the lesser-known treasure, the archaeological site of Sagalassos. Enjoy a guided visit through the Roman bath complex, a decorated fountain, and a theatre. Spend the afternoon at your leisure, perhaps exploring the cobblestoned streets of Kaleici.

Leave Antalya and drive to Konya, an ancient city where the Sufi practice of 'whirling' was born. Visit the Mevlana Museum, dedicated to the 13th-century mystic, poet, and theologian Mevlana Celaleddin-i Rumi. Spend the rest of the day exploring the city at your leisure.

Start your day with an optional hot air balloon ride over the ethereal landscape of Cappadocia. Visit the Goreme Open Air Museum and learn about the civilizations that once lived here. Later, take a short walk through the Love Valley, known for its unique rock formations. In the evening, unwind with an optional Turkish bath.

Take a morning walk to the Kizilcukur Valley, known for its fascinating rock formations. After lunch, descend to Ozkonak to explore an underground city dating back to 400 BC. In the evening, enjoy a special homecooked dinner prepared by a local woman in her cave home.