Itinerary
- Day 1
Istanbul
You'll be picked up at Istanbul Airport and driven to your hotel in Sultanahmet, the historic heart of the old town. After settling in, the afternoon and evening are yours to explore at your own pace. Wander the charming streets around your hotel, take in the centuries-old architecture, or grab some Turkish snacks and coffee as you get oriented to the city.
- Start point
- İstanbul Havalimanı (IST), Tayakadın Mah. Terminal Cad. No:1, Istanbul, 34275, Türkiye (You will be welcomed and picked up from any of the airports in Istanbul at your arrival and transferred to your hotel by a high model tour van!)
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome Dinner at hotel (Prepaid for arrival night only))
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Radisson President/Sultanahmet (4*))
Included Activities
- Airport Transfer
Optional Activities
- Bosphorus evening cruise with dinner and show
Landmarks Sultanahmet 
- Day 2
Istanbul to Cappadocia
After breakfast, you'll join a guided tour through Istanbul's Old Town to see the major Byzantine and Ottoman sites. The tour covers Topkapi Palace where you'll get Bosphorus views, Hagia Sophia with its famous dome, the Blue Mosque known for its blue tile work, the ancient Hippodrome where chariot races once happened, and the Basilica Cistern underground. In the afternoon, you'll head to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Uchisar Kaya (Cave) Hotel)
Included Activities
- Guided daytime tour of Istanbul Old Town including Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome of Constantinople, and Basilica Cistern
- Flight to Cappadocia
- Airport transfers
Landmarks Topkapi Palace Hagia Sophia Blue Mosque Hippodrome of Constantinople Basilica Cistern 
- Day 3
Cappadocia
Early morning brings an optional hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia's fairy chimneys and valleys, timed for sunrise. After breakfast, a guided tour takes you through the region's highlights including Devrent Valley with its animal-shaped rock formations, Pasabag's fairy chimneys, Avanos Town along the river known for pottery, the Underground City with its ancient tunnels and rooms, and Göreme Open-Air Museum featuring cave churches decorated with Byzantine frescoes. You'll return to your hotel by evening with free time to rest.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Uchisar Kaya (Cave) Hotel)
Included Activities
- Full-day guided tour of Cappadocia including Devrent Valley, Pasabag, Avanos Town, Underground City, and Göreme Open-Air Museum
Optional Activities
- Hot Air Balloon ride
- Turkish Bath (Hamam)
- ATV rides
- Horseback riding
- Classic car photo shooting
Landmarks Devrent Valley Pasabag (Monks' Valley) Avanos Town Underground City Göreme Open-Air Museum 
- Day 4
Cappadocia to Kusadasi
Check out after breakfast and head to the airport for your flight to Izmir, which typically takes about 1 hour 35 minutes (though connections could add extra time if no direct flight runs that day). Once you land at Izmir Airport, you'll be transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi, a coastal city on Turkey's Aegean side. The rest of the day is free to settle in and explore the town at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Kusadasi İlayda Avantgarde (4*))
Included Activities
- Flight to Izmir
- Airport transfers
Landmarks Kusadasi 
- Day 5
Kusadasi
Following breakfast, you'll spend the day on a guided tour of Ephesus and the surrounding ancient sites. The main attraction is the UNESCO-listed Ancient City of Ephesus where you'll see the ruins of the Temple of Artemis and various theatres. If interested, there's an optional stop at the House of Virgin Mary, a pilgrimage site near Ephesus believed to be where Mary spent her final years. You'll return to Kusadasi in the evening to enjoy the coastal atmosphere and waterfront.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Kusadasi İlayda Avantgarde (4*))
Included Activities
- Full-day guided tour of Ancient City of Ephesus
Optional Activities
- House of Virgin Mary visit
- Leather factory visit
- Textile shopping
- Turkish delight tasting
Landmarks Ancient City of Ephesus Temple of Artemis House of Virgin Mary 
- Day 6
Kusadasi to Istanbul
After an early breakfast and checkout, you'll drive to Pamukkale and Hierapolis where natural and historical attractions meet. You'll see the Pamukkale Travertines, the white limestone pools that form on the hillside, and explore Hierapolis Ruins with its Roman baths, ancient cemetery, and hilltop theatre offering panoramic views. There's an option to swim in Cleopatra's Pool, which sits over ancient ruins. After the tour, you're transferred to Denizli Airport for a flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival, you'll check into your hotel near Taksim Square, known for its nightlife and the bustling Istiklal Street shopping area. You'll have the evening free.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Central Palace Taksim)
Included Activities
- Guided daytime tour of Pamukkale and Hierapolis
- Flight to Istanbul
- Airport transfers
Optional Activities
- Cleopatra's Pool swimming experience (entry extra)
- Paragliding
- Gyrocopter
- Textile/Outlet shopping center
- Turkish delight factory
Landmarks Pamukkale Travertines Hierapolis Ruins Cleopatra's Pool Taksim Square 
- Day 7
Istanbul
You'll check out after breakfast and head to the airport for your departure flight home. This marks the end of your Turkey journey. Take all your memories and photos with you, and safe travels ahead.
- End point
- İstanbul Havalimanı (IST), Tayakadın Mah. Terminal Cad. No:1, Istanbul, 34275, Türkiye (You will be transferred to any of the airports in Istanbul from your hotel by a high model tour van!)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Airport transfer
