Tour overview

Istanbul is a major city in Turkey that straddles Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus Strait. Its Old City reflects cultural influences of the many empires that once ruled here. In the Sultanahmet district, the open-air, Roman-era Hippodrome was for centuries the site of chariot races, and Egyptian obelisks also remain. The iconic Byzantine Hagia Sophia features a soaring 6th-century dome and rare Christian mosaics. Few highlights of the trip are as follows:-

  • Bosphorus Cruise along the Istanbul Strait in Istanbul
  • Visit to the popular Spice market of Istanbul
  • Explore the Anatolian Civilisations Museum in Ankara- the capital of
    Turkey
  • Visit to the amazing Kaymakli Underground City in Cappadocia
  • Halt at a 13th century structure of Sultanhani Caravanserai, en-route
    Konya
  • Walk around the remains of the ancient Roman City of Hierapolis in
    Pamukkale
  • Explore Aphrodisias, an ancient city dedicated to Aphrodite- the
    goddess of love
  • Visit the ruins of Odeon, the temple of Hadrian and Hercules Gate
    during sightseeing in Ephesus- the Roman capital of Asia Minor
  • Last minute shopping at the Grand Covered Bazaar of Istanbul

Included

  • Accommodation with Breakfast at Hotel
  • All transfers and sightseeing on SIC Basis
  • Pick up & Drop at from Airport

Not Included

  • Travel insurance
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions
  • All personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals not mentioned in inclusions , tips, porterage, laundry and phone calls
  • Additional surcharge applicable during certain peak dates and Arab Health Period, Gulf Food, Chinese New Year, Christmas, New Years and Eid
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DAY 01: Arrive Istanbul

As you reach Istanbul Ataturk Apt, meet an IHPL representative who helps you
with an assisted transfer to your pre-booked hotel. Around 13:00 hrs in the
afternoon, leave your hotel for sightseeing on Seat in Coach Basis. You
indulge in a number of activities like Bosphorus Cruise along the Bosphorus-
also known as Istanbul strait and later visit of the popular Spice Market.
Overnight stay in Istanbul. (Note: Lunch and dinner not included)

DAY 02: Istanbul – Ankara – Cappadocia

Early morning pick-up from the hotel at 05:30 hrs (packed breakfast). PVT
transfer to the airport to board an early morning flight to Ankara, the capital of
Turkey. After arrival, meet our tour representative. This amazingly growing
city’s history dates back to 3000 years. Enjoy sightseeing including the
Anatolian Civilisations Museum- exhibiting the remains of Catalhoyuk, the
Neolithic village that dates back to 6500 BC. The next visit of the day is the
Mausoleum of Ataturk, the founder of modern Turkey. Lunch at a local
restaurant, proceed to Cappadocia. On arrival, complete the check-in
formalities at your hotel. (B, L, D)

DAY 03: Cappadocia

Have your breakfast and leave your hotel for sightseeing of this unique place.
The first visit is to Kaymakli Underground City that is etched out of rocks and
is completely self contained. It is home to around 200 people who stay in each
of the 7 floors. Next in line is the natural citadel of Uchisar. Lunch followed by
exploring the Goreme Open-Air Museum, consisting of pink, rose and white
tapering columns. The caves were turned into monasteries during the 4th
century. Last in line is visits to Avonos village and Pasabag Valley. Stay
overnight. (B, L, D)

DAY 04: Cappadocia – Konya – Pamukkale

Once you have breakfast on the 4 th  day of the tour, get an assisted transfer to
Konya. On the way, halt Sultanhani Caravanserai- a monument erected in the
13th century on the popular silk route. Once in Konya, explore the Mausoleum
of Mevlana-also known as Green Dome, which is known for mystic all around
the world. Proceed to Pamukkale, known as the cotton fortress, hot water
springs and pools and stalactites over cliffs.  On arrival, check-in at a hotel for
an overnight stay. (B, L, D)

DAY 05: Pamukkale – Aphrodisias – Kusadasi

On day 5, post breakfast, take a walk around the remains of the ancient
Roman City of Hierapolis and Later, get transferred to Kusadasi. On the way,
you halt to have lunch at a local restaurant. Thereafter, visit Aphrodisias. This
ancient city is dedicated to Aphrodite- the goddess of love. The place is also
popular for the sculpture school. Proceed to Kusadasi. Upon arriving, complete
the check-in at your pre-booked hotel for staying overnight. (B, L, D)

DAY 06: Kusadasi – Ephesus – Izmir – Istanbul

After breakfast on the 6 th  day of the tour, you visit the House of Virgin Mary,
which is a Catholic and a Muslim shrine. Later, you continue your journey to
Ephesus- the Roman capital of Asia Minor. Here, you get a chance to explore
major attractions like the ruins of Odeon, the temple of Hadrian, Hercules
Gate, Agora and fantastic Greco-Roman theatre and the magnificent library.
Lunch is followed by a visit to the Basilica of St. John. After this, you get an
on-time transfer to the Izmir airport for boarding a flight to Istanbul. Once you
arrive in Istanbul, get an assisted transfer to your for an overnight stay. (B, L)

DAY 07: Sightseeing in Istanbul- Departure

After breakfast on day 7, checkout before you leave the hotel for sightseeing
(Note: Luggage can be left at the hotel). Get picked-up from the hotel at 07:40
Hrs for half-day city tour on Seat in Coach Basis. Enjoy a visit to St.Sophia
(closed on Mondays) and Byzantine Hippodrome. The next visit of the day is
the Blue Mosque, with six minarets and a middle dome that is around 109 feet.
The last visit of the day is exploring the Grand Covered Bazaar (closed on
Sundays), that houses 4,000 shops under one roof. You can indulge in
shopping here.  Thereafter, back to the hotel (Note: No room). Later, get an
assisted transfer to the Istanbul airport to board your flight for your onward
destination. (B)

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