Tours

TOUR PROGRAM

TOUR ROUTE

CANCELATION

HOTELS

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DAY 1 : ARRIVAL CAPPADOCIA

Arrival to Istanbul and transfer to domestic flight to CAPPADOCIA. After Arrival KAYSERI/NEVSEHIR, our guide will meet and welcome you. Then we will have lunch at a local restaurant .

We will visit Cappadocias main attraction: the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Göreme Open Air Museum, a vast monastic complex comprising churches, monasteries and dwellings, as well as its underground city. Thought to have started life as a Byzantine monastic settlement, Göreme Open Air Museum became a pilgrimage site during the 17th century and is a must-see location for all visitors to Cappadocia. The rock-hewn churches contain wonderful frescoes, whose colours are still vivid after hundreds of years.

MEAL: LUNCH –DINNER

OVERNIGHT: CAPPADOCIA

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DAY 2 : CAPPADOCIA

Early in the morning, you have the option to experience a memorable hot air balloon ride over Cappadocias otherworldly fairy chimneys.

After breakfast we will visit one of Cappadocias fascinating underground cities (Derinkuyu or Kaymakli, depending on availability and other local considerations). It is believed that these cities were formed as early as the 8th century BC by the Phrygian people to protect their inhabitants from wars and conflicts taking place above ground. The dwellings continued to be used until the early 20th century, when they were abandoned.

MEAL: BREAKFAST - LUNCH –DINNER

OVERNIGHT: CAPPADOCIA

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DAY 3 : CAPPADOCIA – ANTALYA

This morning we will drive to the Sultanhani caravanserai, one of the largest in the world. Constructed in the 13th century, this Seljuk caravanserai was used as a rest stop for merchants and other travellers on the Silk Road.

Our accommadation and dinner will be at hotel in Antalya.

MEAL: BREAKFAST - LUNCH –DINNER

OVERNIGHT: ANTALYA

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DAY 4 : ANTALYA- PAMUKKALE

This morning we will drive to Antalya and we will visit Aspendos, considered to be the best-preserved theatre of the ancient world. Once named Belkis, the city of Aspendos was founded by the Hittites, but it was Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius (161-180 AD) who ordered the 15,000-seater theatre to be built, which is still used for performances.

After lunch, we will visit the ancient Kaleiçi (old city). With its narrow, cobbled streets and historic Ottoman-era houses, the Kaleiçi has retained much of its historical character while hosting a plethora of bars, restaurants and shops. During our walk, you will see Hadrians Gate (also known as the Triple Gate due to its three archways), the old Roman harbour and the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean.

Our accommadation and dinner will be at hotel in Pamukkale.

MEAL: BREAKFAST - LUNCH –DINNER

OVERNIGHT: PAMUKKALE

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DAY 5 : PAMUKKALE- KUSADASI

Today, we will drive to the unique site of Pamukkale, also known as Cotton Castle. This spectacular natural phenomenon was created by deposits from thermal waters that cascaded down the mountainside over hundreds of years, forming myriad pools and terraces. As the water overflows from the pools, dazzling cream-coloured stalactites are formed that, from afar, resemble cotton or snow. The pools are filled with hot spring waters that supposedly have healing properties. Close to Pamukkale there are the ruins of Hierapolis, which was founded by the King of Pergamon in 190 BC and by the 2nd century AD had become an important Roman bath centre. The extensive ruins of Hierapolis are well worth exploring and include a theatre, temple, holy area, monumental fountain, bath, basilica and necropolis. We will spend the afternoon discovering the travertines and ancient city.

After tour, we will drive to our hotel in Kusadasi to have dinner and rest.

MEAL: BREAKFAST - LUNCH –DINNER

OVERNIGHT: KUSADASI

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DAY 6: KUSADASI-PERGAMON-CANAKKALE

We will depart early for Bergama and then visit the Asclepion, once an important healing center of the Roman world. Remnants of many structures have been preserved on site to see how the healing center would be during ancient times.

After the tour, we will drive to Canakkale for the night.

MEAL: BREAKFAST - LUNCH –DINNER

OVERNIGHT: CANAKKALE

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DAY 7: CANAKKALE- ISTANBUL

After breakfast, we will depart early for visiting Troy, where the legendary Trojan War took place as described in the historical work of Homer of Smyrna.

Tour continues with visiting Gallipoli, historically famous for being the site of many battles.

MEAL: BREAKFAST - LUNCH –DINNER

OVERNIGHT: ISTANBUL

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DAY 8: ISTANBUL

After breakfast we will visit the St. Sophia Museum which is one of the great architectural marvels of the ancient world. We continue on to the Hippodrome, the sportive and political center of the Old City to see Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column and German Fountain. Afterwards, we will visit the Blue Mosque, facing St. Sophia and famous for its delicate blue tiles, and unique 6-minaret design. We will then visit Topkapi Palace, seat of the Ottoman Empire for four centuries and the Treasury.

MEAL: BREAKFAST - LUNCH –DINNER

OVERNIGHT: ISTANBUL

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DAY 09: ISTANBUL- DEPARTURE

Our adventure ends after breakfast in Istanbul. Free time until your transfer for your flight home.

MEAL: BREAKFAST

TOUR INCLUSIONS

Licensed through guide All Airport transfers Enterance fees per itinerary Hotel porterage

TOUR EXCLUSIONS

Flight Tickets Visa Guratitude for guide and driver Drinks Optional Tours Personal Expenses

CANCELLATION POLICY

30 to 15 days prior arrival, 25% non-refund from total amount 15 days to 7 days arrival, 50% non-refund from total amount Less than 7 days or no-show, no refund is provided

Note: The program can be changed on customers request or road conditions.

CAPPADOCIA

Alfına Cave Hotel Lavender Cave Hotel Yusuf Yiğitoğlu Konağı Burcu Kaya Dilek Kaya Dere Suites Dinler Hotel Ürgüp Mustafa Hotel Hotel Taşsaray Avrasya Hotel Temenni evi Gamirasu

ANTALYA

Crowne Plaza Antalya Ramada Plaza Antalya Akra Hotel, Rixos Downtown Antalya Harrington Park Resort Holiday Inn -LARA IC Airport Antalya The Marmara

KUŞADASI

Richmond Ephesus Resort Kaya Izmir Thermal & Convention Ramada Suites Movenpick Hotel Izmir Suhan360 Hotel & Spa Charisma Royal Palace

ÇANAKKALE

Iris Ida Kale Akol Kolin Parion Hampton by Hilton

İSTANBUL

Ramada Plaza Istanbul Tekstilkent Wyndham Grand Istanbul Europe Lionel Hotel Istanbul La Quinta by Wyndham Istanbul Gunesli Pullman Mercure Airport Grand Yavuz Hotel Sultanahmet Ramada Istanbul Old City Tilia Hotel Clarion Golden Horn All Seasons Güneş Hotel Merter Grand Anka Bricks Hotel Istanbul, Gönen Güneşli Dedeman Gayrettepe Avicenna Akgün Istanbul

WONDER OF TURKEY III

Byzantine , Emperors, Spectacular natural phenomenons

9 Day - 8 Night

Start Point

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