10 Days Turkey Tour to Istanbul, Cappadocia, Antalya, Ephesus

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240 hours

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The best tour for those looking to really see as many of different parts of Turkey as possible. The whole tour is 10 days and visits six of the major tourist centers, which brings so many people to Turkey. From the architectural splendor of Istanbul, through the historical remains of Ephesus and to the geological wonder that is Pamukkale, Cappadocia and Antalya. For your comfort we have included all internal flights and 9 nights high class hotel accommodation.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Day 1

Arrival to Istanbul / Meet and Pick up / Transfer to Hotel

Accommodations

4 Star or High Class Boutique Hotel (Recital Hotel, Antea Hotel Old City, or equivalent..)

Istanbul

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

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Day 2

Byzantine & Ottoman Relics Tour (Best of Istanbul City Tour)

Accommodations

4 Star or High Class Boutique Hotel (Recital Hotel, Antea Hotel Old City, or equivalent..)

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

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

1 hour • Admission Not Included

Blue Mosque

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.

45 minutes • Admission Included

TopkapI Palace

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 **

2 hours • Admission Not Included

Hippodrome

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.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Grand Bazaar

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..

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Day 3

Bosphorus Cruise Tour

Accommodations

4 Star or High Class Boutique Hotel (Recital Hotel, Antea Hotel Old City, or equivalent..)

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

Misir Carsisi (Spice Market)

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

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Bosphorus Strait

Unique chance to step from one continent (Europe) to another (Asia) in 2 minutes.

Admission Not Applicable

Day 4

Flight to Cappadocia / Fairy Chimneys of Cappadocia

Accommodations

Overnight at High Class Cave Hotel (Arte Cave Hotel, Under Cave Hotel, or equivalents..)

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

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.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Devrent Valley

See the unique Fairy Chimneys.

45 minutes • Admission Not Included

Fairy Chimneys

See the most interesting Mushroom-shaped pinnacles.

45 minutes • Admission Included

Goreme Open-Air Museum

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.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Included

Uchisar

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.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Day 5

Underground Cities of Cappadocia

Accommodations

Overnight at High Class Cave Hotel (Arte Cave Hotel, Under Cave Hotel, or equivalents..)

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

Red Valley

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

45 minutes • Admission Included

Cavusin

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.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Pigeon Valley

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.

1 hour • Admission Included

Derinkuyu YeraltI Sehri

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.

1 hour • Admission Not Included

Day 6

Flight to Antalya

Accommodations

Overnight at 4 Star or High Class Boutique Hotel (Best Western Plus Khan Hotel, Afflon Hotel, or equivalents..)

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

Antalya

Antalya is a city where three out of four seasons are spring and the other is summer, where you can ski on a magnificent mountain in the morning and swim in the deep blue waters of the Mediterranean in the afternoon.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Day 7

Antalya City Tour

Accommodations

Overnight at 4 Star or High Class Boutique Hotel (Best Western Plus Khan Hotel, Afflon Hotel, or equivalents..)

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

Lower Duden Waterfalls

Duden Waterfall is a very special place in Antalya. The park around the waterfall is shady and cooling, almost like a tropical oasis with cascading waterfalls, loud birdsong and with a very special atmosphere and tranquility, that you will not find elsewhere in the town.

1 hour • Admission Included

Kaleici

Kaleici, or Old Antalya, is filled with history and lovely buildings. You will see old houses built in the Ottoman style and from the park you’ll enjoy terrific views of the water. You will see the old town’s harbour, Hadrian’s Gate, and many other sights as well. You will have an hour of a short boat trip and leave the castle.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

Tunektepe is a hill of 618 meters high locating on the west of Antalya. When going to Tünekepe, a unique view of Antalya and pine forests accompany you along the way. There are many social facilities such as a restaurant that rotates around its axis,a cafeteria, open field cafeteria, observation terraces and car parking areas on the hill. Tünektepe will take your breath away with a stunning view of Antalya and its social facilities intertwined with nature.

1 hour • Admission Included

Day 8

Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour / Transfer to Kusadasi

Accommodations

Overnight at 4 Star or High Class Boutique Hotel (Efe Boutique Hotel, Ilayda Hotel, or equivalents..)

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

Hierapolis & Pamukkale

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)

2 hours • Admission Not Included

Pamukkale Thermal Pools

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.

1 hour • Admission Not Included

Kusadasi

This stunning resort town is a stone’s throw away from Ephesus, making it an ideal picturesque fishing village that also hosts crystal clear waters and sensational beaches.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Day 9

Ephesus Ancient Site & House of Virgin Mary Tour

Accommodations

Overnight at 4 Star or High Class Boutique Hotel (Efe Boutique Hotel, Ilayda Hotel, or equivalents..)

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

Ancient City of Ephesus

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.

2 hours • Admission Not Included

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

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.

1 hour • Admission Not Included

The Temple of Artemis

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

45 minutes • Admission Not Included

Day 10

Flight to Istanbul / Tour Ends

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

Istanbul

Pick up from your hotel and transfer to Izmir Airport to take a flight to Istanbul. Tour ends upon arrival.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Entrance Fees to the Museums and Sites

Pickup points

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