Best of Turkey Small Group Tour

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11 days (approximately)
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Offered in: English

The Best of Turkey: Istanbul, Cappadocia & Ephesus Tour is the ideal travel choice for those who wish to enjoy the main historic sites and major attractions of Turkey.

We’ll explore Istanbul and it’s ancient structures, from the mosques to the Roman influenced architecture. Next, you'll take a one hour flight to Cappadocia where you'll experience an entirely new region of Turkey and be amazed by breathtaking landscapes.

While staying at a luxurious cave hotels at night, you'll explore the lunar like topography and cave mosaics during the day.
A quick flight departing Cappadocia to Izmir will allow you to experience the unique Aegean culture. In Antalya you'll enjoy a mix of touring and seaside lounging, where 8000 foot mountains rise from a backdrop of crystal clear waters.

What's Included

Lunch (Optional[8])
Lunch
International Flight Tickets

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your private guide and driver will greet you upon your arrival and take you to your hotel.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Day 1: Istanbul

    1 stop
  • 1
    Sultanahmet District

    *Your private guide will welcome you at the Istanbul Airport and take you to your hotel in the heart of Istanbul (All our hotel options sit atop the tallest of the seven hills of Istanbul in the historic Sultanahmet district.) *You will have time to become acquainted with the celebrated historic district of this bustling city before turning in for the night.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 2

    Day 2: Istanbul

    1 stop
  • 2
    Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

    *Today your guide will meet you at your hotel, and you will first visit the Hagia Sophia to explore it's incredible architecture and remarkable story. *Later you will also visit one of the Ottoman Empire’s greatest architectural achievements: the Blue Mosque. *Following lunch, you will marvel at the Hippodrome and the Basilica Cistern. *In the afternoon, you can browse the shops of the Grand Bazaar before retiring to the hotel for the night.

    7 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 3

    Day 3: Istanbul

    1 stop
  • 3
    TopkapI Palace

    *Your guide will meet you at your hotel and you will take off to the Topkapi Palace! After conquering Constantinople in the 15th Century, the Ottomans built Topkapi Palace. You'll have the opportunity to explore the palace and its treasures, including the hidden chambers of the Imperial Harem. *Next, you'll make a visit to the Spice Market /Egyptian Bazaar before a tour of the Bosphorous Strait, and a quiet cafe offers a bit of rest in the afternoon. (Based our guides discretion, the morning and afternoon may be reversed in order to give you the best experience possible.) *You'll spend your final night in Istanbul.

    7 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 4

    Day 4: Istanbul to Cappadocia

    1 stop
  • 4
    Cappadocia

    *Enjoy breakfast in Istanbul and then get ready to travel to Cappadocia. *Your private guide and driver will welcome you and you will start your tour. *Your tour will begin with a visit to Uchisar Fortress, OrtaHisar and Red Valley. *After a day of exploration and travel you will check-in to your hotel and retire for the night.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Day 5: Cappadocia

    1 stop
  • 5
    Zelve Open Air Museum

    *Today, your Cappadocia guide will take you to explore Pasabaglari (Fairy Chimneys), and Zelve Open Air Musuem (houses carved in rock, Seljukian Mosque and remains). *Following lunch, continue to Esentepe for panoramic view of the Goreme Valley, Goreme Open Air Museum (rock cut churches, frescos, monastery) and Kaymakli Underground City. *Enjoy the incredible views of the Cappadocia landscape and enjoy the hospitality of your hotel in the evening before you retire for the night.

    7 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 6

    Day 6: Cappadocia - Ephesus

    1 stop
  • 6
    Kusadasi

    *In the morning, you will travel to Izmir. Once here, you will be met again by a guide and driver and have a tour of Sirince village as you make your way to your hotel on the coast in Kusadasi.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 7

    Day 7: Ephesus

    1 stop
  • 7
    Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

    *Today will meet you at your hotel and you will visit the magnificent ancient city of Ephesus. You will enjoy a leisurely exploration of the city, including the Terraced Houses, followed by trip to the Ephesus Archeology Museum. *Following lunch you will visit St. John’s Basilica, reputed burial site of the Apostle John, and see the ruin of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. *You will also make a stop at Mary's House, and from there you'll return to your hotel in Kusadasi for a relaxing evening.

    7 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 8

    Day 8: Pamukkale - Antalya

    1 stop
  • 8
    Antalya

    *Your guide will meet you at your hotel and a morning departure will take you overland to the much desired and highly photographed site of Pamukkale. With an optional chance to swim in the thermal waters of Cleopatra's baths, you'll see the beautiful white travertines and the remarkable site of Hierapolis. *Following lunch you will continue through the mountains to the pearl of the Mediterranean - Antalya. *Your hotel will be on the coast allowing you access to incredible views and seasonal swimming.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 9

    Day 9: Antalya

    1 stop
  • 9
    Perge Antik Kenti

    *Your guide will meet you in the morning and you will visit two amazing sister cities - Perge and Aspendos. Enjoy a relaxing day at both of these locations. *You may also visit an optional local waterfall before returning to your hotel in Antalya.

    7 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 10

    Day 10: Antalya

    1 stop
  • 10
    Termessos Orenyeri

    *Today, you will tour Termessos, one of the best located historical sites in Turkey located on top of a mountain overlooking the sea. Your guide will meet you for an early morning departure. *After a morning outdoors, you'll return to see the magnificent Antalya Museum before touring the old town of Kaleici where you may choose to enjoy the nightlife, restaurants, or bars at your leisure.

    7 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 11

    Day 11: Departure

    1 stop
  • 11
    Antalya

    *A private driver will pick you up from your hotel. Get ready to travel back home.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Sojourn Turkey

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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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