Explore the Best Highlights of Turkey in 10 Days

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Arrival to Istanbul / Meet and Pick up / Transfer to Hotel⌄

   Arrive to Istanbul. Meet at the Airport (or your hotel), and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

   Overnight: Overnight at 4 Star or High Class Boutique Hotel (Antea Hotel Old City, or Recital Hotel Sultanahmet)

2. 2Byzantine & Ottoman Relics Tour (Best of Istanbul City Tour)⌄

   The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world.

   One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarest.

   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. ** closed on Tuesdays and replaces with Basilica Cistern **

   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.

   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..

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: Overnight at 4 Star or High Class Boutique Hotel (Antea Hotel Old City, or Recital Hotel Sultanahmet)

3. 3Bosphorus Cruise Tour / Free Afternoon⌄

   mystical smells of different aromas of various spices. Shops selling fruits, vegetables, flowers, fish etc..

   Bosphorus Cruise, 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.

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: Overnight at 4 Star or High Class Boutique Hotel (Antea Hotel Old City, or Recital Hotel Sultanahmet)

4. 4Flight to Izmir / Ephesus Ancient Site & House of Virgin Mary Tour⌄

   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.

   Where Mary had spent her last day, the Basilica of St. John where is believed that the evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill.

   Which is known as one of the seven wonders of the Antic World.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

   Overnight: Overnight at 4 Star or High Class Boutique Hotel (Suhan Seaport Hotel, Efe Boutique Hotel)

5. 5Full Day Tour to Pamukkale and Hierapolis⌄

   Big province and the twenty-first most populous city of Turkey, center of textile products , homeland of a famous rooster which is protected by the state, the last church of the reveletion mentioned in the Bible as the Luke-warm church Laodecia, the wonderful travertines in Hierapolis known as “ Pamukkale - Cotton Castle)

   Pamukkale, ancient name Hierapolis, is located about 20 kms north of Denizli not only invites millions of visitors each year to see a nice visual feast with waterfalls and travertines, but also to walk among the sarcophaguses and nice remains of ancient Roman city.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

   Overnight: Overnight at 4 Star or High Class Boutique Hotel (Suhan Seaport Hotel, Efe Boutique Hotel)

6. 6Flight to Cappadocia⌄

   Joining in the list of UNESCO World Heritage City in 1985, the extraordinary natural and cultural masterpiece of Central Anatolia in Turkey,’’ Cappadocia ‘’ (Kapadokya in Turkish) dominates 40 kms area in between the districts of Avanos and Urgup located in Nevsehir.

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: Overnight at High Class Cave Hotel (Arte Cave Hotel, Asia Minor Hotel)

7. 7Fairy Chimneys of Cappadocia Tour⌄

   See the unique Fairy Chimneys.

   This fantastic region is famous for the pottery, silk, wool and carpet weaving, wine cultivation and agriculture. This wonderful place hosting countless civilizations reflects the visitors both natural and human-made masterpieces today.

   See the most interesting Mushroom-shaped pinnacles.

   Is the miraculous and amazing small cave city that located at Cappadocia’s famous Goreme Valley. This small cave city was built by early Christians in 11th century to protect their faith and life style within this mystic place. As being notable for historic cave churches, the museum has a very deep and rich history.

   Uchisar village, on between Nevsehir and Goreme road. Having a geostrategic position, dominating whole city from the top of the heap, this magnificent castle presents the visitors a dreamy panorama area with its miraculous landscape.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

   Overnight: Overnight at High Class Cave Hotel (Arte Cave Hotel, Asia Minor Hotel)

8. 8Underground Cities of Cappadocia⌄

   This breath-taking valley is famous for its having wonderful lanscape and the best various collection of fairy chimneys in Cappadocia.

   Is one of the longest valleys that reflects distinctive formation challenging the time. It is located between the Goreme and Uchisar districts in Cappadocia and grabs the people who visited here by creating a mystic ambiance.

   Invites the people to a magical world thanks to not only its wonderful sight, but also providing to be organized many various nature sports with its huge and plain land. It is perfect area for walking, trekking and hiking.

   One of the widest, enchanting, one of the most famous and wonderful underground city in Cappadocia. Miraculously well protected and maintained structure is a part of UNESCO World Heritage Site.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

   Overnight: Overnight at High Class Cave Hotel (Arte Cave Hotel, Asia Minor Hotel)

9. 9Flight to Istanbul / Free afternoon⌄

   Transfer to Cappadocia Airport and take a flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival, meet and transfer to your hotel. Afternoon is free for you. Overnight in Istanbul.

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: Overnight at 4 Star or High Class Boutique Hotel (Antea Hotel Old City, Recital Hotel Sultanahmet)

10. 10Departure / Transfer to Airport⌄

    Pick up from your hotel and transfer to Airport according to your flight time.

    Meals: Breakfast