The Turkish Tour
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating 10-day journey through the enchanting landscapes and rich history of Turkey. This multi-day tour offers an immersive experience, taking you from the coastal city of Antalya to the bustling metropolis of Istanbul. Discover the best-preserved Roman theatre in Aspendos, marvel at the lunar landscapes of Cappadocia, and explore the ancient city of Ephesus. Enjoy a scenic boat ride on the Bosphorus, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and lifestyle of modern Turkey. With comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and engaging activities included, this tour promises an unforgettable adventure.
Included
Includes arrival transfer
Evening transfer: Taksim Square in Istanbul
Antalya
: RING DOWNTOWN or GRAND HOTEL NIGDE or AVRASYA
CAPADOCIA
: RAMADA CAPPADOCIA or CROWNE PLAZA CAPPADOCIA NEVSEHIR or BAYIR DIAMOND CONVENTION CENTER
PAMUKKALE
: RICHMOND PAMUKKALE THERMAL or SPA HOTEL COLOSSAE THERMAL or RAMADA SUITES BY WINDHAM KUSADASI
Kusadasi
: LE BLEU or RAMADA ENCORE BY WYNDHAM IZMIR or DOUBLETREE BY HILTON ISTAMBUL TOPKAPI
ESTAMBUL
: ELITE WORLD BUSINESS or URANUS ESTAMBUL TOPKAPI
We know how important hotels are on your trip. The hotels have been selected taking into consideration quality, price and location. They are located in the cities we visit, most of them not in the city center but all of them with easy access to public transportation nearby. Our accommodation is not based on luxury hotels. Please keep in mind that standards, bed sizes and room dimensions can vary between hotels of the same class in different locations. All rooms are equipped with private bathroom and TV. Some of them also offer a mini-bar, safe box, and hair dryer. Many hotels, mainly in North Europe, do not have air conditioning or local legislation establishes limited dates of use.
English speaking tour in: ISTANBUL
Please note also that your tour guide might be changed once or several times during the tour. On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish), either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader for smaller groups explaining in both languages.
Destinations
Bursa
Niğde
Istanbul
Konyaaltı
FatihMap
Attractions
Basilica Of Saint John
Ihlara Valley
House of Virgin Mary
Stone Works Museum of Fine Minaret
Hagia Sophia
Topkapı Palace
Aspendos Aqueduct
Aksaray Museum
Pamukkale Theatre
Izmir Mask Museum
Gumusler Monastery
Uchisar Castle
Love ValleyDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Antalya
- Konyaaltı - Arrival day
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Welcome to Antalya, a vibrant coastal city in Turkey. Upon your arrival at the airport, we will transfer you to your hotel. In the evening, we will explore Antalya, visiting the Door of Adrian and the city's impressive waterfall that cascades directly into the sea. Enjoy a delightful dinner at the hotel.
Day 2 – Day 2: Antalya - Aspendos - Side - Karaman - Nigde
- Konyaaltı
- Niğde
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We depart from Antalya and head towards Aspendos, where we will visit the best-preserved Roman theatre in the world. Our next stop is Side, where we will admire the Greek Temple of Apollo by the sea. We then traverse the breathtaking landscapes of the Taurus mountains to reach Karaman. Our day ends in Nigde, where a delightful dinner awaits.
Day 3 – Day 3: Nigde - Gumusler - Kaimacili - Uchisar - Avanos
- Niğde
- Çavuşin
- Uçhisar
- Avanos
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- Derinkuyu underground city
- Gumusler Monastery
- Uchisar Castle
- Love Valley
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Our day begins in the fantastic region of Cappadocia. We visit the Gumusler Monastery, an underground marvel of the 7th century, and the underground city of Kaimacili. We then explore Uchisar, a natural fortress, and the Goreme Valley with its open-air museum and churches carved out of rocks. Our day concludes in Avanos, where a sumptuous dinner awaits.
Day 4 – Day 4: Avanos - Ihlara - Konya
- Avanos
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- Ihlara Valley
- Stone Works Museum of Fine Minaret
- Aksaray Museum
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We start our day by visiting the Ihlara Valley, known for its refreshing waters and churches carved into the rock. We then stop at an old Caravanserai from the 13th Century before reaching Konya, where we visit the Mausoleum of Mevlana. In the evening, we recommend attending a performance of the whirling dervishes. Dinner is included.
Day 5 – Day 5: Konya - Egridir - Pamukkale
- Pamukkale
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- Pamukkale Theatre
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We journey through a scenic route between the lakes to reach Egridir, a beautiful town by a large lake. After some time for lunch, we continue to Pamukkale-Hierapolis, where calcareous waters have created the Cotton Castle. Dinner is included.
Day 6 – Day 6: Pamukkale - Ephesus - Kusadasi
- Pamukkale
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- Basilica Of Saint John
- House of Virgin Mary
- Kuakmer
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We depart for Ephesus, the best-preserved ancient city of Asia Minor. Here, we will explore the house of the Virgin Mary, the Basilica of Saint John, and the impressive ruins of Ephesus. We then proceed to Kusadasi, a lively coastal town with a bustling commercial life. Dinner is included.
Day 7 – Day 7: Kusadasi - Izmir - Bursa - Istanbul
- Bursa
- Istanbul
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- Bursa City Museum
- İzmir Wildlife Park
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We leave for Izmir, the city with the fourth largest population in Turkey. After a brief guided tour, we return to inland Turkey, stopping for lunch en route to Bursa. Bursa's historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is known for its traditional commercial districts, mosques, and public baths. We end the day in Istanbul.
Day 8 – Day 8: Istanbul Sightseeing
- Istanbul
- Fatih
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- Hagia Sophia
- Topkapı Palace
- Süleymaniye Mosque
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We embark on a sightseeing tour of Istanbul, visiting the Mosque of Suleyman the Magnificent, the largest in Istanbul. We also admire the exterior of Hagia Sofia and offer a visit to the Top Kapi Palace, the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire. In the evening, we transfer you to the Taksim neighborhood, the most commercial and lively area of the city.
Day 9 – Day 9: Bosphorus Boat Trip
- Istanbul
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Today, we include a two-hour boat trip on the Bosphorus. The Bosphorus is a strait that connects the Black Sea with the Sea of Marmara, separating Istanbul into two parts: the European and the Asian. Enjoy the liveliness of the strait with its multitude of boats, pass under the two bridges that unite Europe and Asia, and admire the palaces of the sultans, the typical wooden houses, and the Ottoman villas.
Day 10 – Day 10: Departure
- Istanbul - Departure day
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After breakfast, our memorable journey through Turkey comes to an end. We hope you leave with lasting memories and look forward to welcoming you back on another adventure.
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