10 Days Tour  // Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Didim and Bodrum //

ISTANBUL

Istanbul, also historically known as Constantinople, is an enchanting blend of Eastern and Western cultures, a vibrant, modern city, with a unique identity. It is located on the Bosphorus Strait and  is the only city in the world that is situated in two continents.   During its long history, Istanbul has served as the capital of the Roman Empire, the Eastern Roman (Byzantine) Empire, the Latin Empire, and the Ottoman Empire. With its rich history, Istanbul is a World Culture Center.

Day1: Arrival to Istanbul.

We welcome you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. You will get the tour documents and briefing about your tour.

Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2: Fullday city tour.

After breakfast we begin to experience the magnificence of Istanbul. We stroll through the old town visiting the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, majestic Topkapi Palace and the Hagia Sophia Museum. We also visit famous Grand bazaar.

Topkapi Palace: The former imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled. Today a spectacular museum that has one of the largest collections of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family.

St.Sophia: The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world.
Blue Mosque: One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century.  Its architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul.  Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarets.

Hippodrome: The former center of sprotive and political activities of Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II.
GrandBazaar: In addition to its historical importance, it's a bazaar that will tempt even the nonshoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs.

Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 3: Fullday city tour. 

Dolmabahce Palace: The last residence for Ottoman Sultans with 365 rooms and 22 saloons. Famous with the great collection of European antiquity, furniture and 4,5 tons chandelier.
SpiceBazaar: Mystical smells of different aromas of various spices. Shops selling fruits, vegetables, flowers, fish etc..
BosphorusCruise: Through the waterway separating the two continents, Europe and Asia, with a possibility to take photographs of marble palaces, ancient wooden villas of Ottoman architecture besides modern residentials and luxurious apartments.
CamlicaHill: Exposing a panoramic view of Istanbul and Bosphorus from the best point of view.

We take a flight to Cappadocia after our full day city tour and overnight in Cappadocia.

CAPPADOCIA

The land of  wonders, whose name means the land of beautiful horses. A region of exceptional natural and man-made wonders, characterized by fairy chimneys and unique historical and cultural heritage.

Day 4 :   Full day city tour. 
Your Tour Guide will meet you at the hotel lobby and you will have a full day city tour. (Pasabag, İmagination Valley,  Monks Valley, Avanos, Lunch at a local Restaurant, Goreme Open Air Museum, Pigeon Valley, Uchisar Castle, ending in a visit to local handicraft manufacturer and learn about traditional art)

Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 5 : Full day city tour.
Anyone wants to do a tour on a hot air balloon, there will be a pick up from the hotel early in the morning (optional). Your Tour Guide will meet you at your hotel lobby at 09:00 and you will have a full day city tour. (Derinkuyu Underground City, Ihlara Valley, Selime, Yaprakhisar Monastry, Agzikarahan Caravanserai )

Overnight in Cappadocia.

EPHESUS

We will take an early flight to Izmir and transfer to Ephesus (1 hour 20 minutes ride).

Day 6:  Full Day City Tour.

// Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary, Artemis Tour //

Ephesus Ancient City:  Enter through the Magnesia Gate and begin a slow, downhill walk with your guide into the ruins of this Roman provincial capital. Your route takes you past the Odeum, the Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan and the Great Theater.

The House of  Mary: The Vatican has recognized this small house in the Solmissos Mountains as the final resting place of the House of Virgin Mary.
A small shrine dedicated to St. Mary was found when the ruins of the house were first discovered, where Mary had spent her last day.

Temple of Artemis,  also known less precisely as the Temple of Diana, was a Greek temple dedicated to a goddess Greeks identified as Artemis and was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. It was situated at Ephesus )(near the modern town of Selcuk in present-day Turkey), and was completely rebuilt three times before its eventual destruction in 401.
which is known as one of the seven wonders of the Antic World.

Overnight in Kusadasi.

PAMUKKALE

Pamukkale meaning “cotton castle” in Turkish, this is a natural site that contains hot springs and travertens, giving appearance of terraces made by carbonate minerals left by the flowing water.
The ancient city of hierapolis was built on top of the white “castle” and people have bathed in its pools for thousands of years.

Day 7: Full Day City Tour.

// Pamukkale Travertens, Hierapolis Ancient Site //

Your tour guide will meet you at the hotel lobby at 09:00 and you will hava a full day city tour. Pamukkale Travertens, Hierapolis Ancient Site, Lunch at a local Restaurant, Hot Thermal Pools.

Overnight in Kusadasi.

DIDIM & BODRUM 

Day 8 & 9:
Early morning we depart for the Temple of Apollo in the ancient city of Didyma.
Didyma was the largest and most significant sanctuary on the territory of the great classical city Miletus. Besides the Temple of Apollo Didim is a very popular holiday town with its long sandy beaches and clear blue sea.
In the afternoon we drive hour and half south to the other side of the gulf of Gulluk to Bodrum Peninsula. Once known as Halicarnassus, the popular resort and yachting port of Bodrum boasts the ruins of the original Mausoleum, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, as well as the lofty Castle of St Peter, a Crusader fortress which now serves as the world’s foremost Museum of Underwater Archaeology.
In Bodrum we will have a few different tour options to choose from; Daily Boat Tour, Bodrum Diving Tour, Bodrum Jeep Safari Tour..
Or you can just visit the  Underwater Archaeology Museum, The Ruins of the Original Mausoleum and relax at the beach..

We spend 8th day’s night in Bodrum and take a flight back to Istanbul on the 9th day in the evening and overnight in Istanbul.

Day 10: End of our Tour.

We take you to the airport for your international departure.

(If you would like to extend your trip by adding extra days to Istanbul, please let us know)

Tour prices in usd:

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Per person in doubleroom	From	$1499
Per person in triple room:		$1379
Single supplement:		$ -