Turkish Panorama ( 11 days )
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day journey through the mesmerizing landscapes and rich history of Turkey. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of cultural immersion, historical exploration, and natural beauty. From the bustling streets of Istanbul to the ancient city of Ephesus, from the stunning coastal towns of Kusadasi and Bodrum to the lunar landscapes of Cappadocia, every day brings a new adventure. Enjoy boat trips on the Bosphorus and Dalyan, explore underground cities and monasteries, and marvel at the architectural wonders of Aspendos and Side. This tour is designed to provide a comprehensive experience of Turkey's diverse attractions, ensuring that you return home with lasting memories and a deeper understanding of this fascinating country.
Included
Includes arrival transfer
Evening transfer: Taksim Square in Istanbul, Taksim Square in Istanbul
Basic travel insurance.
Breakfast buffet.
6 dinner included in: Antalya, CAPADOCIA, Kusadasi, MARMARIS, NIGDE, SAFRANBOLU
City tour in: ISTANBUL, ISTANBUL
Ticket admission: Roman theatre in Aspendos, house of the Virgin Mary, Basilica of St. John, Ruins of Ephesus , Caves and tombs in Eregli , Suleiman the Great Mosque in Istanbul , Suleiman the Great Mosque and Topkapi Palace in Istanbul , Gokgol Magarasi cave , Gumusler Monastery; Underground city of Kainacli; Goreme Valley; Uchisar , Traditional tea in Safranbolu , Greek Temple of Apollo in Side
English speaking tour in: ISTANBUL, 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.
ESTAMBUL
: DOUBLETREE BY HILTON ISTAMBUL TOPKAPI or ELITE WORLD BUSINESS or URANUS ESTAMBUL TOPKAPI
Kusadasi
: RAMADA SUITES BY WINDHAM KUSADASI or LE BLEU or RAMADA ENCORE BY WYNDHAM IZMIR
MARMARIS
: PASABEY or TUNA or RING DOWNTOWN
NIGDE
: GRAND HOTEL NIGDE or AVRASYA or RAMADA CAPPADOCIA
CAPADOCIA
: CROWNE PLAZA CAPPADOCIA NEVSEHIR 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.
Destinations
Bodrum
Niğde
Marmaris
Istanbul
Antalya
AnkaraMap
Attractions
Magnesia Stadium
Aspendos Theater
Caunos Tombs of the Kings
Side Museum
Marmaris Amphitheatre
Nigde Museum
Cihanoglu Tower
Karaman Museum
Hagia Sophia
Kaymaklı Underground City
Topkapı Palace
Süleymaniye Mosque
Gokgol Magarasi
Çat Kasabası
Uchisar Castle
Love Valley
Bodrum Castle
Safranbolu Hidirlik HillDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul
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Welcome to the vibrant city of Istanbul, where Europe meets Asia. Upon your arrival at the airport, our representative will greet you and arrange your transfer to the hotel. Check the hotel's information boards for details about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Istanbul
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- Hagia Sophia
- Topkapı Palace
- Süleymaniye Mosque
- Galata Tower
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Embark on a sightseeing tour of Istanbul, a city that straddles two continents. Visit the grand Mosque of Suleyman the Magnificent, admire the exterior of the iconic Hagia Sofia, and explore the magnificent Top Kapi Palace, the former administrative center of the Ottoman Empire. In the afternoon, we'll transfer you to the bustling Taksim neighborhood, where you can dine, shop, and explore at your leisure.
Day 3 – Day 3: Bosphorus Boat Trip
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Today, we'll embark on a two-hour boat trip on the Bosphorus, a strait that separates Istanbul's European and Asian sides. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of the strait, pass under the bridges connecting Europe and Asia, and admire the palaces, traditional wooden houses, and Ottoman villas lining the shores. The rest of the day is yours to explore Istanbul at your own pace.
Day 4 – Day 4: Istanbul to Ephesus and Kusadasi
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- Magnesia Stadium
- House of Virgin Mary
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We leave Istanbul early and head to Ephesus, the best-preserved ancient city of Asia Minor. Explore Saint John's Basilica, the House of the Virgin Mary, and the archaeological site. In the afternoon, we continue to Kusadasi, a lively coastal town with a bustling commercial life and a charming small castle. Enjoy your dinner and overnight stay in Kusadasi.
Day 5 – Day 5: Kusadasi to Bodrum and Marmaris
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- Marmaris Amphitheatre
- Bodrum Castle
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Today, we leave for Lake Bafa, one of Turkey's natural wonders. We then continue to Bodrum, a beautiful fortified city of Greek origin. You can visit its castle, stroll through its lively streets, or explore its sports marina. After lunch, we head to Marmaris, another stunning coastal city with a castle, marina, and fountains. Enjoy your dinner and overnight stay in Marmaris.
Day 6 – Day 6: Marmaris to Dalyan and Antalya
- Marmaris
- Dalyan
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- Saklikent, Antalya
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We depart for Dalyan, a beautiful town 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, we head to Antalya, a coastal city of over a million inhabitants. Visit Hadrian's Gate, the Ottoman district, and its grand waterfall that falls directly into the sea. Enjoy your dinner and overnight stay in Antalya.
Day 7 – Day 7: Antalya to Aspendos, Side, and Nigde
- Antalya
- Side
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- Aspendos Theater
- Side Museum
- Nigde Museum
- Karaman Museum
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We leave Antalya and head to Aspendos, where we visit the best-preserved Roman theatre in the world. Next, we visit Side, where you can admire the Greek temple of Apollo by the sea and explore its lively streets. We then travel through the breathtaking Taurus mountains and stop in Karaman to see its fortress. We continue to Nigde in the Cappadocia region for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 8 – Day 8: Nigde to Cappadocia and Avanos
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- Kaymaklı Underground City
- 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 the Gumusler Monastery, explore the underground city of Kaimacli, and discover the natural fortress of Uchisar. After lunch, we'll explore the Goreme Valley with its open-air museum and churches carved out of the rocks. We'll end the day in the town of Avanos, where you'll enjoy dinner and your overnight stay.
Day 9 – Day 9: Avanos to Safranbolu
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- Safranbolu Hidirlik Hill
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Today, we travel 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. This city was an important stage in the caravan routes. In the courtyard of a magnificent old Caravanserai, we'll enjoy a traditional Turkish tea. Enjoy your dinner and overnight stay in Safranbolu.
Day 10 – Day 10: Safranbolu to Eregli and Istanbul
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- Istanbul Aquarium
- Cehennemağzı Caves
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Today, we follow the Black Sea and its green landscapes. We'll visit the magnificent Gokgol Magarasi cave with its underground river and multiple colors. In Eregli, next to the Black Sea, we'll have time for lunch and visit its impressive caves and tombs of Cehenemagzi. We'll arrive in Istanbul at the end of the day.
Day 11 – Day 11: Departure from Istanbul
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After breakfast, your unforgettable journey through Turkey will come to an end. We hope you leave with wonderful memories and a deeper appreciation of this beautiful country.
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