8 Days Turkey Tour Istanbul Cappadocia Ephesus Pamukkale by Anker

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival transfer Istanbul
1 stop
1
Istanbul
Arrival in Istanbul, transfer to your hotel and free time to recover from travel. (You can arrive any time you want)
Admission ticket free
Day 2
F/D Istanbul Sightseeing Tour (09:00-16:00) – Istanbul
1 stop
2
Istanbul
Visit the most important popular sites of Istanbul in one full-day tour. -Hagia (St.) Sophia, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, was constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian.Blue Mosque, facing -Hagia Sophia, famous for its blue Iznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets, was built in the name of Sultan Ahmet. -Hippodrome, the center of sportive (chariot races, athletics) events and political activities of the old city. The Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpentine Column, German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating Hippodrome. -Topkapi Palace The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle; enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. -Grand Bazaar 19:30-23:59 Optional Dinner Cruise with Turkish Entertainment
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
H/D Morning Bosphorus Cruise (09:00-13:00) – Istanbul / Cappadocia
1 stop
3
Istanbul
One of the most beautiful sights in the world is the Bosphorus & Bazaars. This tour includes a Bosphorus Cruise by Regular Boat and a Spice Market. We visit Rustem Pasa Mosque and then walk to the embankment. You take the boat and cruise for 90 minutes. The boat goes by the shores of Bosphorus while your guide specialist on Bosphorus will explain everything en route. You will see the views of Dolmabahce Palace, Leanders Tower, two suspension bridges, Rumeli Hisari Fortress, beautiful mansions by the shores of the Bosphorus, and finally, we disembark near the Spice Bazaar. Transfer to the Airport for your Kayseri flight. Flight from Istanbul to Cappadocia Upon arrival at Kayseri Airport transfer to your hotel for overnight.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Cappadocia F/D Goreme Region Tour (10:00-16:00) - Cappadocia
1 stop
4
Cappadocia
05:00-08:00 optional Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride (Devrent Valley, Goreme Panorama, Pasabag Valley, Open Air Museum, Avanos, Uchisar Village) The visit will be at Uc Guzeller (famous fairy chimneys). -Devrent Valley where you will see other samples of fairy chimneys. Among these are those with caps, cones, mushroom-like forms pillars, and pointed rocks. -“Monks’ Valley” where again we will see another type of fairy chimney one with 3 “heads”: the Saint Simeon and a hermit’s shelter carved in these cones -Avanos, a center known for its terra cotta potteries, a craft dating back from the Hittite period: the red clay comes from the residue of the Kizilirmak river. This river divides the town in two. -Goreme Open Air Museum, a valley of frescoed churches, chapels, and monasteries carved in the fairy chimneys between the 10th and 13th centuries. Uchisar Castle (the highest point of Cappadocia) and from Esentepe, a place known for its breathtaking panorama.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Cappadocia F/D Underground City Region Tour (10:00-16:00) - Cappadocia - Kusadasi
1 stop
5
Cappadocia
(Red Valley, Rose Valley, Cavusin Village, Underground City, Pigeon Valley) -RED Valley which is one of the most beautiful trekking valley in Cappadocia and explore the famous rock-cut churches and hike 5km trough in this valley. -CAVUSIN Village that is one of the old Greek village in Cappadocia. This village is famous with its houses churches of the Christian clegymen. -Ortahisar which resembles Uchisar Castle in style. In this small village you will also have a chance to see storage places. This inhabitants of Ortahisar earn their living by stories fruits yearlong in the caves cut from the volcanic rock. -Underground City where early Christians lived in fear and faith. On the way back visit Pigeon Valley where you will see Pigeons and hear of how they were used to help the people. Also you will see a wonderful panoramic view. Transfer to Kayseri Airport for your Izmir flight. Flight from Cappadocia to Izmir direct or via Istanbul Upon arrival Izmir Airport transfer to your hotel
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Kusadasi Ephesus Tour (09:00-16:00) - Kusadasi
1 stop
6
Ancient City of Ephesus
Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of the site of one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the world, the site of Temple of Artemis and the ancient city of Ephesus with its well-preserved colonnaded Arcadian Way, Hadrians Temple, Celsus Library, market, and theatre. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the city and stadium where chariot and horse races were once held. You will also have the chance to experience some Turkish handicrafts and visit the pilgrimage point claimed to be the last home of the Virgin Mary
7 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 7
Kusadasi Pamukkale Tour (08:00-15:00) – Istanbul
1 stop
7
Pamukkale
Visit Pamukkale, cotton castles, and Heirapolis, including a magnificently preserved necropolis, the main street, gates, thermal baths, the Greco-Roman theatre, and the Basilica of St. Philippe. Swim in a therapeutic bath of hot spring mineral waters. After the tour transfer to Denizli Airport Flight from Denizli to Istanbul Upon arrival Airport transfer to your hotel for overnight.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
The end of our service
1 stop
8
Istanbul
After breakfast enjoy your breakfast and transfer to Airport
Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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