Western Wonders of Turkey

Western Wonders of Turkey With Cappadocia

Days

9 Nights 10 Days

Country

Turkey

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Avanos Boat Trip on the Bosphorus Camel in Devrent Valley Cavusin Village City Walls Istanbul Gerome Open Air Museum Golden Horn Grand Bazaar Hierapolis Hippodrome Square House of the Virgin Mary Istanbul City Karahayit Red Springs Kaymakli Underground City Little Hagia Sophia Mosque Love Valley Obelisk of Theodosius Pigeon Valley Red Valley Rumeli Fortress Serpentine Column Spice Bazaar Street Ephesus Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque Temple of Artemis Topkapi Uchisar Natural Castle
Hierapolis Hippodrome Square House of the Virgin Mary Istanbul City Karahayit Red Springs Kaymakli Underground City Little Hagia Sophia Mosque Love Valley Obelisk of Theodosius Pigeon Valley Red Valley Rumeli Fortress Serpentine Column Spice Bazaar Street Ephesus Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque Temple of Artemis Topkapi Uchisar Natural Castle Avanos Boat Trip on the Bosphorus Camel in Devrent Valley Cavusin Village City Walls Istanbul Gerome Open Air Museum Golden Horn Grand Bazaar
Pigeon Valley Red Valley Rumeli Fortress Serpentine Column Spice Bazaar Street Ephesus Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque Temple of Artemis Topkapi Uchisar Natural Castle Avanos Boat Trip on the Bosphorus Camel in Devrent Valley Cavusin Village City Walls Istanbul Gerome Open Air Museum Golden Horn Grand Bazaar Hierapolis Hippodrome Square House of the Virgin Mary Istanbul City Karahayit Red Springs Kaymakli Underground City Little Hagia Sophia Mosque Love Valley Obelisk of Theodosius

Itinerary

Meeting with Aflatoon DMC staff at Istanbul airport and transfer to the hotel for your first night in Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.

08:30 AM: Pick up from the hotel for a full-day tour of old Istanbul city.

  • Hippodrome Square: Explore key monuments including the German Fountain of Wilhelm II, the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column, and the Column of Constantine.
  • Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque (Blue Mosque): Visit the 17th-century mosque with its beautiful blue Iznik tile interior.
  • St. Sophia (Exterior Visit): View the ancient basilica built by Constantine the Great in the 4th century.
  • Grand Bazaar (Covered Market): Explore over 4000 shops with various Turkish arts and crafts.
  • Little Hagia Sophia Mosque: Visit one of the oldest standing churches in Istanbul, dating back to the 6th century.
  • Topkapi Palace: Explore the great palace of the Ottoman sultans, housing a collection of precious gems, thrones, robes, and sacred relics.

After the city tour, return to the hotel. Evening is free, or you can opt for Istanbul night shows or a Bosporus dinner cruise. Overnight in Istanbul.

08:30 AM: Pick up from the hotel for a full-day tour of Istanbul city.

  • City Walls: Visit the ancient city walls, standing strong for centuries.
  • Drive by Bus to Golden Horn: Explore the 8 km long Golden Horn, a major urban waterway in Istanbul.
  • Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar): Visit one of Istanbul's oldest covered markets, known for spices, herbal teas, and traditional Turkish foods.
  • Boat Trip on the Bosporus: Enjoy a cruise between Europe and Asia, passing by the Dolmabahçe and Beylerbeyi Palaces, wooden villas, and the Rumeli Fortress (exterior visit).

After lunch, depart for the airport to take a flight to Pamukkale. Transfer to your hotel in Pamukkale. Overnight in Pamukkale.

09:30 AM: Pick up from your hotel for a full-day Pamukkale tour.

  • Karahayit: Visit the Red Spring Water.
  • Hierapolis: Explore highlights including the Necropolis, Roman Baths, Domitian Gate, and more.
  • Take photos from the best spots in Pamukkale, and enjoy free time to explore the natural beauties.
  • After lunch, drive to Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi.
  • Artemis Temple: Visit one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
  • Ephesus: Explore the ancient harbor city, including the Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, and the Theater.
  • Virgin Mary’s House: Visit the place believed to be the last residence of the Virgin Mary.

Return to your hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for a flight to Kayseri. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.

  • Devrent Valley: See the unique fairy-chimneys.
  • Love Valley: Visit the mushroom-shaped pinnacles.
  • Avanos: Explore the city of Avanos.
  • Goreme Open Air Museum: Visit rock-cut churches and Christian settlements.
  • Uchisar: Explore natural castles before returning to your hotel.

Overnight at Cave Hotel Cappadocia.

  • Red Valley: Explore the famous rock churches.
  • Gulludere Valley: Enjoy a 4 km hike.
  • Cavusin Village: Visit the ancient Christian village.
  • Kaymakli Underground City: Explore one of the largest and deepest underground cities.
  • Pigeon Valley: Visit the valley before returning to your hotel.

Overnight in Cappadocia.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for a flight to Istanbul. Enjoy the day at your leisure for shopping or additional sightseeing.

Overnight in Istanbul.

After breakfast, transfer to Istanbul Airport for your departure. End of our services.

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