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Overview

  • Duration:7 days 6 nights
  • Travelers:50 guests
  • Tour Type:Daily tour
The first day of your Istanbul tour begins at the historic Roman Hippodrome Square, once the social and sporting center of the Byzantine Empire. You’ll then visit the magnificent Blue Mosque, built between 1609 and 1616 by Sedefkar Mehmed Aga at the request of Sultan Ahmed I, a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture. Next, explore the awe-inspiring Hagia Sophia, originally constructed as a Byzantine church and later transformed into a mosque, which has inspired countless structures across centuries. Continue to the Topkapı Palace, the grand residence and administrative heart of the Ottoman Empire from the 15th to 19th centuries. Conclude the day with a visit to the mysterious Underground Cistern, built by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century, before ending your journey amid the vibrant colors and sounds of the Grand Bazaar.
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Highlights

  • Arrival to Ankara
  • Authentic Ottoman town of Safranbolu
  • Hıdırlık Hill panoramic view
  • Old Bazaar Safranbolu
  • Anatolian Civilizations Museum
  • Hacı Bayram Veli Mosque
  • Mausoleum of Atatürk (Anıtkabir)
  • Salt Lake (Tuz Gölü) photo stop
  • Cappadocia region
  • Optional hot air balloon experience
  • Cappadocia underground city
  • Göreme Open-Air Museum
  • Uchisar Citadel viewpoint
  • Traditional carpet workshop visit
  • Paşabağ and Derbent Valley
  • Sufi Whirling Dervish show
  • Sultanhanı Caravanserai
  • Konya and Mevlana Museum
  • Pamukkale Cotton Castle terraces
  • Hierapolis Ancient City
  • Ephesus Ancient City
  • St. John Basilica
  • Domestic flight to Istanbul
  • Istanbul sightseeing tour
  • Roman Hippodrome Square
  • Egyptian Obelisk, Serpent Column, Constantine Obelisk
  • Blue Mosque
  • Basilica Cistern
  • Hagia Sophia
  • Private Bosphorus cruise
  • Spice Bazaar
  • Topkapı Palace with Holy Relics
  • Grand Bazaar

Includes/Excludes

  • Accommodation according to itinerary
  • Daily breakfast and dinner
  • Private transportation throughout the tour
  • Professional licensed tour guide
  • Entrance fees to mentioned sites (as per itinerary)
  • Domestic flight from Izmir to Istanbul
  • Bosphorus cruise (private boat)
  • Airport transfers
  • Sufi dance performance
  • International flights
  • Visa fees (if applicable)
  • Lunches and drinks
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional hot air balloon tour in Cappadocia
  • Personal expenses and shopping
  • Tips and gratuities

Cancellation policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Itinerary

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Day 1 | Ankara Safranbolu

Arriving to Istanbul and flight to Ankara which is capital. Drive to Safranbolu very authentic 18.century wooden houses, visiting Hıdırlık Hill and old bazaar. Overnight at wooden mansion.

Day 2 | Ankara Cappadocia

Driving back to Ankara,Anatolian Civilisation Museum, visit Hacı Bayram Veli Mosque, Passing through of Mouseulum Ataturk break near by Salt Lake which is second largest lake in Turkiye with beautiful scenery.Drive to Cappadocia, Overnight in hotel.

Day 3 | Cappadocia

Early morning hot air balloning tour (optional) Watching the landscape in the safe hot air baloon basket, gliding from sky through the valleys, going up-down n the sky and seeing the Beauties of Cappadocia in different aspect is just an amazing experience..

After breakfastwhole day sightseign tour start underground city which built by Early Christians Priod for outlive and keep their faith. Göreme Openair Museum short break for nice picture near by Göreme Town and Uçhisar Citadel. Visit very traditional handmade carpet workshop which waven by local ladies.Lunch at very authentic cave restaurant proceed to paşabağ And Derbent for enjoy interesting volcanic formations.

After dinner Sufi dance performance.

Day 4 | Cappadocia Konya Pamukkale

Today we will follow a part of Silk Road.on the way visit Sultanhanı Kervansaray (caravanserai)which built 13. century passing through the largest Turkish plain arraving to Konya, visit Mevlana Museum, who is one of the most famous philosopher,on luch we will get very famous local food Pide (thin bre- ad with cheese or sliced meat), after lunch we will drive to Pamukkale.

Day 5 | Pamukkale Ephesus

Visiting Pamukkale (Cotton Castle) snow-white coloured hot spring natural formations. Hierapolis Ancient City 2.century BC. From Roman Period.drive to Selçuk to visit Ephesus, whose wealth and patronage supported its splendid architectural program. Visit a place of pilgrimage for Roman Catholic, ST John Bazilica, and a popular touristic site for all.Arrive to Izmir airport and fly to Istanbul.

Day 6 | Izmir Istanbul

After breakfast we start to private sighseing tour highlights of Istanbul, Roman Hippodrome Square, Egyptian Obelisk, Serpent Obelisk, Constantine Obelisk, with six minarets and amazing blue tiles decorated Sultanahmed Mosque (Blue Mosque), with extraordinary structure and impresive atmosphere Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarnıcı), Hagia Sophia Museum After lunch we take Bosphorus cruise with private boat, spare time for shopping in Spice Bazaar (Mısır Çarsı), dinner and transfer to hotel.

Day 7 | Istanbul Departure

Turning back to Istanbul via ferry, cross to European side of Turkey, after lunch visit Topkapı Palace, which is most important Ottoman Imperial Residence and Administration Complex include treasury and Holy Relics of Islam and Prophet Muhammed’s some belongings like bow and sword. Bosphorus cruise with private boat, spare time for shopping in Grand Bazaar,dinner,transfer to airport.

Frequently asked questions

Is the hot air balloon tour included?

No, it is optional and can be arranged on request.

Are all entrance fees included?

Yes, entrance fees for the mentioned sites are included.

Are meals included?

Daily breakfast and dinner are included; lunch is not included.

Is domestic airfare included?

Yes, the flight from Izmir to Istanbul is included.

Do we have a professional guide?

Yes, a licensed English-speaking guide accompanies the tour.

Is transportation included?

Yes, private transportation is provided throughout the tour.

Is this tour suitable for cultural and religious travelers?

Yes, the itinerary includes major historical, Islamic, and cultural landmarks.
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