Arrival at Istanbul airport and transfer to hotel.
Free time to rest or explore nearby areas.
Overnight in Istanbul
Meals: Breakfast included
Day 2 – Istanbul Old City
Hagia Sophia: Iconic Byzantine landmark.
Blue Mosque: Famous for its blue tiles.
Topkapi Palace: Ottoman sultans’ residence.
Grand Bazaar: Historic covered market.
Overnight in Istanbul
Meals: Breakfast included
Day 3 – Bosphorus & Modern Istanbul
Bosphorus Cruise: Scenic views of bridges, palaces, and mansions.
Spice Bazaar: Local products and souvenirs.
Istiklal Street & Taksim Square: Modern shopping and cafés.
Overnight in Istanbul
Meals: Breakfast included
Day 4 – Istanbul to Cappadocia (Daytime Transfer)
Depart Istanbul early morning by bus.
En route stops for:
Tuz Gölü (Salt Lake): Stunning natural salt flats with panoramic views.
Alayhan Caravanserai: Historic Seljuk roadside inn.
Full day transfer with refreshments and photo stops.
Arrival in Cappadocia in the evening.
Overnight in Cappadocia
Meals: Breakfast and dinner included
Day 5 – Cappadocia Highlights (Single Day Tour)
Devrent Valley: Unique rock formations.
Love Valley (Aşk Vadisi): Famous for its unique fairy chimney formations and scenic walking paths.
Üçhisar Castle: Photo stop at the highest point in Cappadocia with panoramic views.
Göreme Open-Air Museum: Rock-cut churches with frescoes.
Panoramic viewpoints for photos.
Overnight in Cappadocia
Meals: Breakfast and dinner included
Day 6 – Cappadocia to Pamukkale & Hierapolis
Depart Cappadocia early morning by bus.
Full day visit in Pamukkale:
Pamukkale Terraces: Natural white travertines.
Hierapolis Ancient City: Roman ruins including theatre and necropolis.
Cleopatra’s Pool: Optional swim in thermal waters.
Overnight stay in Pamukkale
Meals: Breakfast and dinner included
Day 7 – Pamukkale to Kuşadası/İzmir & Ephesus
Depart Pamukkale in the morning by bus.
Visit Ephesus Ancient City: Celsus Library, Great Theatre, Temple of Hadrian.
Stop at House of Virgin Mary.
Evening arrival and overnight in Kuşadası/İzmir
Meals: Breakfast and dinner included
Day 8 – Kuşadası/İzmir to Çanakkale (via Asklepion)
Depart Kuşadası/İzmir early morning by bus.
Visit Asklepion Ancient City: Historic healing center of the Roman period.
Continue to Troy Ancient City and optional Çanakkale Martyrs’ Memorial.
Overnight in Çanakkale
Meals: Breakfast and dinner included
Day 9 – Çanakkale to Istanbul (Daytime Transfer)
Depart Çanakkale by bus with scenic stops along the way.
Arrival in Istanbul in the evening.
Overnight in Istanbul
Meals: Breakfast included
Day 10 – Departure
Transfer to Istanbul airport for your international flight.
Included
Accommodation as per itinerary:
Istanbul: Breakfast only
Other hotels (Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Kuşadası/İzmir, Çanakkale): Breakfast and dinner
Transportation by air-conditioned bus during all transfers (daytime travel only)
English-speaking professional tour guide
Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary:
Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar
Bosphorus Cruise
Cappadocia Highlights (Devrent Valley, Love Valley, Üçhisar Castle, Göreme Open-Air Museum)
Pamukkale & Hierapolis
Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary
Asklepion, Troy Ancient City
Scenic stops along the route (Tuz Gölü, Alayhan Caravanserai, panoramic viewpoints)
Not Included
International flights to/from Istanbul
Lunches and beverages (except breakfast and dinner as mentioned)
Optional activities such as:
Cleopatra’s Pool swim in Pamukkale
Optional visits not listed in the itinerary
Personal expenses, tips, travel insurance