Turkish Panorama ( 10 days )
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a 10-day journey through the captivating landscapes of Turkey with our meticulously planned multi-day tour. This tour is designed to provide you with an immersive experience of Turkey's rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning natural beauty. From the bustling city of Istanbul, the ancient city of Ephesus, to the lunar landscapes of Cappadocia, you will explore a diverse range of destinations. The tour includes visits to iconic attractions, engaging activities, comfortable accommodation, and delectable meals. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a nature lover, or a foodie, this tour has something for everyone.
Included
Breakfast buffet
6 dinner included in: Kusadasi, MARMARIS, Antalya, NIGDE, CAPADOCIA, SAFRANBOLU
vegetarian
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Includes arrival transfer
Evening transfer: Taksim Square in Istanbul
ESTAMBUL
: MOVENPICK GOLDEN HORN or DOUBLE TREE BY HILTON PIYALEPASA or GRAND CEVAHIR
Kusadasi
: MARINA or CARINA or NEOPOL DELUXE
MARMARIS
: ELIF HANIM or TUNA or MUGLA
Antalya
: BEST WESTERN KHAN or GRAND HOTEL NIGDE or AVRASYA
CAPADOCIA
: SUHAN CAPPADOCIA or BY CAPPADOCIA or HILTON GARDEN INN SAFRANBOLU
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.
City tour in: ISTANBUL
Ticket admission: Suleiman the Great Mosque and Topkapi Palace in Istanbul in ISTANBUL, house of the Virgin Mary, Basilica of St. John, Ruins of Ephesus in Ephesus, Roman theatre in Aspendos in ASPENDOS, Greek Temple of Apollo in Side in SIDE, Tartan Evi in Karaman in KARAMAN, Gumusler Monastery; Underground city of Kainacli; Goreme Valley; Uchisar in NIGDE, Hacibecktas in HACIBECKTAS, Traditional tea in Safranbolu in SAFRANBOLU, Gokgol Magarasi cave in GOKGOL MAGARASI, Caves and tombs in Eregli in EREGIL, Eydinpinar Waterfalls in EYDINPINAR
Map
Attractions
Magnesia Stadium
Aspendos Theater
House of Virgin Mary
Side Museum
Hagia Sophia
Topkapı Palace
Galata Tower
Gokgol Magarasi
Çat KasabasıDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul
Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul
Welcome to the vibrant city of Istanbul! Upon your arrival at the airport, we will transfer you to your hotel. You will have the rest of the day at leisure to relax and settle in. In the evening, join us for a welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Istanbul
Day 2: Exploring Istanbul
- Hagia Sophia
- Topkapı Palace
- Galata Tower
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Today, we embark on a sightseeing tour of Istanbul, a city straddling two continents. We will visit the magnificent Topkapi Palace, the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire, and admire the exterior of the iconic Hagia Sofia. In the afternoon, we will transfer you to the bustling Taksim neighborhood, where you can explore its many restaurants and attractions, including the Galata Tower.
Day 3 – Day 3: Bosphorus Boat Trip
Day 3: Bosphorus Boat Trip
Today, we will take you on a two-hour boat trip on the Bosphorus, a strait that separates Istanbul into its European and Asian parts. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of the strait and admire the palaces of the sultans, traditional wooden houses, and Ottoman villas. After the boat trip, you will have free time to explore Istanbul at your own pace.
Day 4 – Day 4: Journey to Ephesus and Kusadasi
- Selçuk
- More
- Magnesia Stadium
- House of Virgin Mary
- More
We leave Istanbul early in the morning and head towards Ephesus, the best preserved ancient city of Asia Minor. Here, we will visit Saint John's Basilica and the house of the Virgin Mary. After exploring the archaeological site, we continue to Kusadasi, a lively coastal town. Enjoy a delicious dinner and a comfortable overnight stay in Kusadasi.
Day 5 – Day 5: From Kusadasi to Bodrum and Marmaris
- Bodrum
- Marmaris
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Today, we journey to the beautiful city of Bodrum, a fortified city of Greek origin. Explore its castle, stroll through its lively streets, or visit its sports marina. After lunch, we head to Marmaris, another beautiful coastal city known for its castle and fountains. Enjoy a sumptuous dinner and a comfortable overnight stay in Marmaris.
Day 6 – Day 6: From Marmaris to Antalya via Dalyan
- Antalya
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We depart from Marmaris and head towards Dalyan, a beautiful place by a navigable river. Here, we will take a boat ride to see the Royal Lycian Tombs and enjoy a stop at the hot springs. After lunch, we continue to Antalya, a coastal city of over a million inhabitants. Explore Hadrian's Gate, the Ottoman district, and its stunning waterfall that falls directly into the sea. Enjoy a delicious dinner and a comfortable overnight stay in Antalya.
Day 7 – Day 7: From Antalya to Nigde via Aspendos and Side
- Niğde
- More
- Aspendos Theater
- Side Museum
- More
Today, we leave Antalya and head towards Aspendos, where we will visit the Roman theatre, considered one of the best preserved in the world. We then proceed to Side, where you can admire the Greek temple of Apollo by the sea. After a scenic drive through the breathtaking Taurus mountains, we arrive in Nigde for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 8 – Day 8: Exploring Cappadocia
- Niğde
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- Çat Kasabası
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Spend a full day exploring the fantastic region of Cappadocia, known for its lunar landscapes, churches, and troglodyte villages. We will visit Gumusler, an incredible underground monastery, and Kaimacili, an underground city that could house 30,000 people. After lunch, we will discover the Goreme Valley with its open-air museum and churches carved out of the rocks. Enjoy a delicious dinner and a comfortable overnight stay in Avanos.
Day 9 – Day 9: From Avanos to Safranbolu
- Hacıbektaş
- Ankara
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Today, we journey to the north of the country, where the landscapes turn green. We arrive in Safranbolu, a wonderful small city declared a World Heritage Site, in the early afternoon. Here, we will enjoy a traditional Turkish tea in the courtyard of an old Caravanserai. Enjoy a delicious dinner and a comfortable overnight stay in Safranbolu.
Day 10 – Day 10: From Safranbolu to Istanbul via Gokgol Magarasi
- Istanbul - Departure day
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- Gokgol Magarasi
- More
Our final day takes us along the Black Sea, where we will visit the magnificent Gokgol Magarasi cave with its underground river and multiple colors. After lunch in Eregli, we will visit its impressive caves and tombs full of mythology. We arrive in Istanbul at the end of the day, marking the end of our unforgettable journey through Turkey.
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