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Turkey for Cat Lovers: An 8-Day Journey Through Istanbul, Ephesus & Cappadocia with @TravelingCatsitter

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8 days
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Start and end in Istanbul
4.6
388 traveler reviews
  • Tabby cat sitting proudly on a brick ledge with the Bosphorus and bridge blurred behind.
  • The illuminated domes and minarets of Istanbul’s Blue Mosque glow against a deep night sky, framed by an arched entrance.
  • Smiling woman poses with the Bosphorus Bridge and blue waters in the background.
  • Rugged rocky landscape with greenery and clear blue sky.
  • Ginger cat in focus with blurred people and a domed mosque in the background.
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  • Hot air balloons rising over a rocky landscape at sunrise.
  • Close-up of a cat with the ancient Library of Celsus ruins softly blurred behind.
  • Seaside view with a mosque and traditional boats adorned with Turkish flags.
  • Panoramic view of a cityscape with water and prominent buildings.
  • People shopping in a vibrant and beautifully decorated marketplace.
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04 Oct - 11 Oct 2026
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Why travel with Nicole Green?

If you'd travel to a country just because of its cats, this trip is for you! 🐾 I'm Nicole from @TravelingCatsitter, and I'm hosting a group trip through Turkey specifically for cat lovers. Together we'll explore Istanbul's famous street cats, ancient ruins, thermal springs, and cave hotels — all with a group of people who understand that the best part of traveling isn't always the destination, it's the cats you meet along the way. 🐱

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Guide of Ephesus
Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 20
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Istanbul

    Start point
    İstanbul Havalimanı (IST), Tayakadın Mah. Terminal Cad. No:1, Istanbul, 34275, Türkiye (gate 14, 00:00 - 23:55)
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  2. Day 2

    Istanbul

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Istanbul walking tour with cat feeding spots and Guides for Paws
    • Bosphorus cruise
    • Spice Market visit
    Landmarks
    Spice Market
    Bosphorus
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  3. Day 3

    Istanbul to Ephesus - Kusadasi

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Ephesus Ancient City tour
    • House of Mary visit
    • Temple of Artemis visit
    • Animal shelter visit in Kusadasi
    Landmarks
    Ephesus Ancient City
    House of Mary
    Temple of Artemis
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  4. Day 4

    Kusadasi to Pamukkale

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)

    Included Activities

    • Pamukkale hot springs tour
    • Hierapolis ancient site visit
    • Thermal pools swimming

    Optional Activities

    • Cleopatra's Pool swimming (15 Euros per person, optional)
    Landmarks
    Pamukkale
    Hierapolis
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  5. Day 5

    Kusadasi to Cappadocia

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Goreme Open-Air Museum visit
    • Cavusin Village tour
    • Pasabag Valley (Monks Valley) exploration
    • Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley) exploration
    • Avanos Town visit with live pottery demonstration
    • Esentepe Panoramic Viewpoint visit

    Optional Activities

    • Pottery wheel experience in Avanos (if you wish to try shaping clay)
    Landmarks
    Goreme Open-Air Museum
    Cavusin Village
    Pasabag Valley
    Devrent Valley
    Avanos Town
    Esentepe Panoramic Viewpoint
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  6. Day 6

    Cappadocia to Istanbul

    Included Activities

    • Ozkonak Underground City tour
    • Uchisar Castle visit
    • Pigeon Valley visit

    Optional Activities

    • Sunrise hot air balloon tour
    Landmarks
    Ozkonak Underground City
    Uchisar Castle
    Pigeon Valley
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  7. Day 7

    Istanbul

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Hagia Sophia basilica visit
    • Topkapi Palace tour
    • Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque) visit
    • Hippodrome exploration
    • Grand Covered Bazaar shopping and browsing
    Landmarks
    Hagia Sophia
    Topkapi Palace
    Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque)
    Hippodrome
    Obelisk of Theodosius
    Grand Covered Bazaar
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  8. Day 8

    Istanbul

    End point
    İstanbul Havalimanı (IST), Tayakadın Mah. Terminal Cad. No:1, Istanbul, 34275, Türkiye (departure terminal, 20:00 - 23:00)
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4 hours
Response rate
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  • Anne-Marie
    June 19th, 2026
    This tour was incredible value for money. We are usually independent travellers but given the distances Pumakkale,...
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  • Melvyn
    June 19th, 2026
    I had a great time. Superbly organised and coordinated. Communication with the company rep (Zerrin) with questions we...
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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Turkey. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Turkey. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Turkey. Ideally 2 months before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before August 25th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 25th, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Guide of Ephesus. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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