Flying Carpet 15-Day Tour from Istanbul

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Istanbul
1 stop
1
Istanbul
Welcome to Istanbul! You will be transferred to your hotel and the remainder of the day is yours free to explore at your own pace.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Istanbul Old City
1 stop
2
Istanbul
After breakfast, you enjoy a fully guided tour of the only city to span two continents, visiting the Blue Mosque, St Sophia Museum, Topkapi Palace and the Hippodrome. Cruise between two continents on the stretch of water that separates Europe from Asia in the afternoon with an optional 'Half day Bosphorous cruise'.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Gallipoli Battlefields
1 stop
3
Gallipoli
Today we visit the WW1 battlefields of Gallipoli including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, ANZAC Cove, The Nek, Johnston's Jolly, original trenches and tunnels.
11 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Troy, Acropolis of Pergamon
1 stop
4
Troy (Truva)
Step back in time today as we visit Troy where we will explore the ancient city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the new, award winning, Troy Museum. We continue on to Bergama and up to the magnificent acropolis of Pergamon. Its impressive temples and library made it a renowned cultural and political centre in its time.
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 5
Ephesus, Kusadasi
1 stop
5
Ancient City of Ephesus
Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus, once a bustling trade hub and religious center. Ephesus today whispers of ancient marvels, from the site of the Temple of Artemis to the grand facade of the Library of Celsus and the impressive amphitheater. We will also visit the Ephesus Archaeology Museum, where artifacts from the ancient city bring its history to life. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey, and at the carpet village, we will learn how carpets are made by hand and what determines their value. Afterward, we head to Şirince for a wine tasting experience.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 6
Aphrodisias, Pamukkale
1 stop
6
Aphrodisias
After a leather shop visit, we will head to Aphrodisias the ancient city dedicated to Aphrodite, the goddess of Beauty, Love and Fertility, also famous for its school of sculpture, we visit the stadium, which is the best preserved in Anatolia, the Temple of Aphrodite, the Tetrapylon, theatre and the Museum. Then, we continue to Pamukkale.
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 7
Hierapolis, Salda Lake
1 stop
7
Pamukkale
This morning we will explore the magnificent white calcium terraces, known as Travertines, in Pamukkale where we also tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip, amongst ancient columns, in the hot springs that were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers. Then we will head to Salda Lake, is known as Turkish Maldives. It is a mountain lake and located in the mountains before we travel down south to Fethiye.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
Fethiye
1 stop
8
Fethiye
Today, you are free to explore the town at your own pace and there is also optional tours and activities. Optional tours and activities; 12 island boat trip and Saklikent Gorge tour
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 9
Kayakoy, Antalya
1 stop
9
Kayakoy
This morning, we head to Kayakoy, where the light is perfect for capturing striking photos of this hauntingly beautiful deserted Greek village. After exploring Kayakoy, we continue our journey to the vibrant coastal city of Antalya. Upon arrival, we will visit the Antalya Necropol Museum, which offers fascinating insights into ancient burial practices and showcases artifacts from various historical periods.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 10
Aspendos, Perge
1 stop
10
Aspendos Ruins
We will visit Perge a famous antique site, early in the morning. After Perge we drive to Aspendos which has the best preserved 2nd Century Amphitheatre in Turkey. We return back to Antalya city in the afternoon and the remainder of your day is free.
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 11
Konya, Silk Road
1 stop
11
Konya
We will visit the mausoleum of Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi, the great 13th-century Sufi mystic and poet, whose teachings continue to inspire people worldwide. Inside the Mevlana Museum, we will explore his beautifully adorned tomb, ancient manuscripts, and exhibits on the Whirling Dervishes and their spiritual traditions.Continuing our journey along the legendary Silk Road, we will visit the Çatalhöyük Museum, which brings to life the fascinating history of one of the world’s oldest and most advanced Neolithic settlements.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 12
Cappadocia
1 stop
12
Cappadocia
We will be heading to Cappadocia, visiting Sultanhani Caravansary on our way, and explore the many levels of an underground city.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 13
Cappadocia
1 stop
13
Goreme
Marvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia today as we visit the Goreme Valley Open Air Museum and the fairy chimneys. We then visit Pigeon and Red Valley, followed by Cavusin village and lastly Avanos town where we will learn about hand-made pottery.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 14
Ankara, Istanbul
1 stop
14
Ankara
Early morning departure to the nation's capital, Ankara, where we visit Anitkabir, mausoleum of the famed Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, before returning to Istanbul.
10 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 15
Istanbul Airport
1 stop
15
Istanbul
After breakfast our tour concludes and we say goodbye to our new friends and are transferred to the airport for your onward flight.
2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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