Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul & Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Dinner Included
Welcome to Turkey! Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, meet your representative and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Free time to relax before the evening program.
In the evening, transfer to the Bosphorus for an unforgettable dinner cruise. Sail between Europe and Asia while enjoying spectacular views of Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Maiden's Tower, Rumeli Fortress, Bosphorus Bridge and Beylerbeyi Palace. Traditional Turkish entertainment and folklore performances accompany your dinner. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2 – Istanbul Old City Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
After breakfast, depart for a full-day guided city tour of Istanbul's historic peninsula. Visit the magnificent Topkapı Palace, the residence of Ottoman Sultans for nearly four centuries and one of Turkey's most important cultural landmarks. Continue to the iconic Blue Mosque, famous for its elegant architecture and beautiful İznik tiles. Walk through the historic Hippodrome Square, once the social and sporting center of Constantinople.
Optional Entrance to Hagia Sophia: €30 per person. Hagia Sophia, one of the most important monuments in world history. Your guide will provide detailed information about its fascinating Byzantine and Ottoman heritage from the exterior.
After lunch, visit the famous Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world, featuring more than 4,000 shops selling carpets, jewelry, ceramics, spices and souvenirs. Return to the hotel.
Day 3 – Bosphorus, Dolmabahçe Palace & Two Continents Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
After breakfast, visit the colorful Spice Bazaar before continuing to the magnificent Dolmabahçe Palace, renowned for its lavish interiors and impressive architecture.
After lunch, enjoy a scenic Bosphorus Cruise offering spectacular views of Istanbul's waterfront palaces, mansions and fortresses. Continue to Çamlıca Hill for panoramic views stretching across Europe and Asia. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 4 – Flight to Cappadocia & Leisure Time Breakfast Included
After breakfast, transfer to Istanbul Airport for your flight to Cappadocia.
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. Discover the magical atmosphere of this unique region shaped by volcanic activity millions of years ago. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 5 – Optional Balloon Flight & Cappadocia Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
Early morning optional Hot Air Balloon Flight over Cappadocia.
After breakfast, explore the UNESCO-listed Göreme Open Air Museum, home to rock-cut churches decorated with Byzantine frescoes. Continue to Avanos, famous for its pottery-making traditions, before visiting Love Valley, Devrent Valley, Pigeon Valley and the iconic Three Beauties Fairy Chimneys. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 6 – Flight to Antalya & Leisure Time Breakfast Included
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Antalya.
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy free time in Turkey's famous Mediterranean resort destination. Relax by the coast, explore the marina district or enjoy the facilities of your hotel. Overnight in Antalya.
Day 7 – Antalya City Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
After breakfast, discover the highlights of the Turkish Riviera.
Visit the charming Kaleiçi (Old Town), famous for its Ottoman-era houses and narrow cobbled streets. Continue to Hadrian's Gate, the picturesque Antalya Marina and the spectacular Düden Waterfalls, where crystal-clear waters plunge dramatically into the Mediterranean Sea. Overnight in Antalya.
Day 8 – Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
After breakfast, depart for Pamukkale.
Upon arrival, visit the UNESCO-listed Pamukkale Travertines, famous for their brilliant white terraces formed by mineral-rich thermal waters. Continue to the ancient city of Hierapolis, once a flourishing Roman spa city. Explore the impressive Roman Theatre, Necropolis, Temple of Apollo and ancient thermal baths. Overnight in Pamukkale.
Day 9 – Ephesus Ancient City Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
After breakfast, depart for the legendary Ephesus Ancient City, one of the best-preserved archaeological sites in the world.
Walk through marble streets lined with remarkable monuments including the Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, Temple of Hadrian, Agora and Roman Baths. Continue to the House of Virgin Mary and visit the remains of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 10 – Troy Ancient City & Canakkale Breakfast & Lunch Included
After breakfast, travel north towards Canakkale and visit the legendary Troy Ancient City, immortalized in Homer's Iliad and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Explore the archaeological remains and discover the fascinating stories behind the Trojan War while viewing the famous Trojan Horse replica. Overnight in Canakkale.
Day 11 – Gallipoli Historical Peninsula Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
After breakfast, visit the moving battlefields of Gallipoli, one of the most significant sites in modern Turkish history.
Explore ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery, Chunuk Bair Memorial and other important landmarks associated with the Gallipoli Campaign of World War I. Learn about the stories of courage and sacrifice that shaped the histories of several nations. Overnight in Canakkale.
Day 12 – Departure from Canakkale Breakfast Included
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and transfer to Canakkale Airport according to your departure flight schedule.
Optional activities may be arranged depending on departure flight timing and availability.
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