Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Antalya to Konya
Antalya to Konya- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Mevlana Museum visit including mausoleum of Rumi
Optional Activities
- Dinner at local kebab restaurant (leader recommendations available)
Landmarks Mevlana Museum - Day 2
Konya to Cappadocia
Konya to Cappadocia- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional home-cooked Turkish meal at local family home)
Included Activities
- Kaymakli Underground City exploration
- Pigeon Valley and Devrent Valley visit
- Pottery Demonstration with local artisan
- Dinner at Local Family Home
Optional Activities
- Nightlife in Goreme
- Traditional sema performance of whirling dervishes
Landmarks Kaymakli Underground City Pigeon Valley Devrent Valley - Day 3
Cappadocia
Cappadocia- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sunset Hike
Optional Activities
- Hot air balloon sunrise experience
- Valley exploration
- Viewpoint visits for hot air balloon photography
Landmarks Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Launch Sites - Day 4
Cappadocia to Istanbul (Overnight Bus)
Cappadocia to Istanbul (Overnight Bus)Included Activities
- Goreme Open Air Museum visit
Optional Activities
- Red Valley Hike through Meskindir and Rose Valley with cave church visit
- Market and street vendor exploration
- Shopping for Turkish ceramics and carpets
Landmarks Goreme Open Air Museum Red Valley Rose Valley - Day 5
Istanbul
Istanbul- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Fener and Balat District Tour
Optional Activities
- Self-guided exploration of Istanbul
- Group dinner celebration
Landmarks Fener District Balat District - Day 6
Istanbul
IstanbulOptional Activities
- Extended exploration of Istanbul with leader recommendations











