Arrival to Istanbul. Upon landing at Istanbul Airport, you will be met at the arrivals gate by our representative. After the meet and pick-up service, you will be transferred comfortably to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, the rest of the day is free for you to relax after your journey or explore the surroundings at your own pace. Overnight in Istanbul.

Start Point

Arrivals Gate, Istanbul Airport (ISL)

Tayakadın Mah. Terminal Cad. No:1, Arnavutköy,

Istanbul, Turkey

Time: 08:00 – 23:00

After having breakfast at the hotel, you will depart for a full-day city tour exploring the most important Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks of Istanbul. The tour begins at the historic Hippodrome of Constantinople, once the center of political and sporting life in Constantinople, where you will see remarkable monuments such as the Obelisk from Egypt, the Serpentine Column from Delphi, and the Fountain of Wilhelm II.

You will then visit the magnificent Blue Mosque, one of the largest mosques in Istanbul, famous for its 17th-century architecture, blue Iznik tiles, and six minarets dominating the city skyline. The tour continues to Topkapi Palace, the former imperial residence of the Ottoman Sultans, now a spectacular museum displaying priceless treasures of the Royal Family and an extensive collection of Chinese and Japanese porcelain.

Lunch is excluded, allowing free time to choose a local restaurant. After lunch, you will visit the iconic Hagia Sophia, one of the greatest architectural masterpieces of the Byzantine era. The day concludes with a visit to the lively Grand Bazaar, where you can explore its vast collection of handmade carpets, jewelry, leather goods, and souvenirs. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

Early pick-up from your hotel and transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, you will be met by your local guide and begin a full-day Cappadocia city tour. The day focuses on the region’s famous fairy chimneys, valleys, and panoramic viewpoints.

You will visit the Goreme Open Air Museum, home to rock-cut churches decorated with well-preserved frescoes, followed by the surreal formations of Devrent Valley and the iconic fairy chimneys of Pasabag. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, the tour continues to Avanos, a town known for its riverside setting and traditional crafts, and concludes with a stop at Goreme Panorama for breathtaking views. After the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Early in the morning, guests may participate in the optional Hot Air Balloon Tour, offering unforgettable panoramic views over the fairy chimneys and valleys of Cappadocia (subject to weather conditions and availability).

At 09:30, your tour guide will meet you at your hotel lobby to begin a full-day Cappadocia city tour. Today’s itinerary includes the scenic Rose Valley and Pigeon Valley, followed by a visit to Derinkuyu Underground City or Kaymakli Underground City, showcasing the remarkable underground life of ancient civilizations.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, the tour continues to Ortahisar, a traditional village dominated by its impressive rock castle, and concludes in Avanos, known for its riverside setting and cultural heritage. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the airport for your domestic flight from Cappadocia to Izmir. Upon arrival in Izmir, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi.

The remainder of the day is free for you to relax, enjoy the coastal atmosphere, or explore Kuşadası at your own pace. Overnight in Kuşadası.

At 09:00, your Tour Guide will meet you at your hotel lobby and you will depart for a full-day guided tour exploring the ancient wonders of Ephesus. The visit begins with the remarkably preserved ruins of Ephesus, once one of the most important cities of the Roman Empire. Walking along its marble streets, you will see iconic monuments such as the Fountain of Trajan, Temple of Hadrian, Temple of Domitian, the Library of Celsus, the Bouleuterion, and the impressive Great Theatre of Ephesus.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, the tour continues to the sacred House of Virgin Mary, believed to be the final residence of the Virgin Mary and an important pilgrimage site. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight in Kuşadası.

At 08:00, your Tour Guide will meet you at your hotel lobby and you will depart for a full-day excursion to Pamukkale. Upon arrival, you will explore the world-famous white travertine terraces formed by natural thermal waters, offering a truly unique landscape.

The tour continues to the ancient city of Hierapolis, once a renowned Roman spa city. Here, you will discover well-preserved ruins, ancient streets, and historical structures reflecting centuries of history. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.

Later in the afternoon, you will have time to enjoy the hot thermal pools, known for their relaxing atmosphere and mineral-rich waters. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel at around 18:00. Overnight in Kuşadası.

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Izmir Airport for your domestic flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, the tour officially ends. Guests continuing with international flights may proceed directly to the International Departures Terminal to catch their onward connections.

We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave Turkey with unforgettable memories. Goodbye!

End Point

Departures Terminal, Istanbul Airport (ISL)

Tayakadın Mah. Terminal Cad. No:1, Arnavutköy,

Istanbul, Turkey

Time: 08:00 – 22:00