Turkey 8 Days ISTANBUL – CAPPADOCIA – ANTALYA TOUR

After arriving at Istanbul or Sabiha Gökçen Airport, you will meet with our guide and bus. Later, we will drive towards our hotel. Overnight stay at the Clarion Hotel 5* or a similar accommodation.

Following breakfast, we will begin exploring Istanbul and its rich history. Our first stop will be the historical square, where we will visit the Hippodrome with its Obelisks and the German Fountain. Next, we will visit the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, followed by a visit to the famous Topkapı Palace. Afterward, we will drive towards the Spice Bazaar (Egypt Bazaar), where you will have free time to experience the local atmosphere. Following the Spice Bazaar, we will embark on a Bosphorus Boat Tour (1 hour 45 minutes) to admire the beauty of Istanbul, which spans both Asia and Europe. After the boat tour, we will enjoy dinner under the Galata Bridge with a stunning view. Later, we will return to our hotel. Overnight stay at the Clarion Hotel 5* or a similar accommodation.

After breakfast, we will check out and begin our journey towards the natural wonder of Cappadocia. Along the way, we will explore a bit of northern Turkey, with our guide providing interesting insights into the history of Turkey. We will pass through Bolu and Ankara, and in the afternoon, we will visit the Salt Lake of Central Anatolia. Afterward, we will arrive at our hotel in Cappadocia. Overnight stay at the Mihran Sultan Hotel 4* or a similar accommodation. This day involves a full day of travel but includes many interesting views and information.

Early in the morning, there is an optional Hot Air Balloon tour, which is highly recommended by travelers worldwide. Cappadocia is considered one of the best places in the world to experience this. After breakfast, we will begin exploring this natural wonder, starting with a visit to the Göreme Open Air Museum, which features many churches with unique frescoes from the Christian period of Cappadocia. You will receive information about this period and have free time for photos. Following the museum visit, we will take a break on a hill with a beautiful view of Göreme Valley, where you can enjoy a drink. Later, we will visit an original cave house where locals still reside. Our tour will continue with a visit to a local product shop where you can purchase items such as Turkish delights, dried apricots, and pumpkin seeds, followed by a photo break at Pigeon Valley. In the afternoon, we will take pictures at Ortahisar Castle, the Red Valley, and the Fairy Chimneys. After the tour, we will return to our hotel. Overnight stay at the Mihran Sultan Hotel 4* or a similar accommodation. There is an optional Dervish Dance Show tonight, which lasts approximately 1 hour.

After breakfast, we will visit a carpet showroom where you will learn about handmade Turkish carpets and have the opportunity to purchase them. Later, we will visit a pottery showroom to witness Cappadocia’s traditional arts, which have been made for over 2,000 years. Our tour will continue with visits to Love Valley, Dervent Valley, and Mustafa Paşa (Sinasos). Later, we will return to our hotel. Overnight stay at the Mihran Sultan Hotel 4* or a similar accommodation. This evening, there is an optional Cappadocia Folklore Night Show with unlimited drinks.

Early in the morning, there is an optional Jeep Safari Tour, which is highly recommended. During this tour, you will see the hidden beauties of Cappadocia that cannot be seen by bus. After breakfast, we will leave our hotel with the whole group and drive towards Konya. On the way, we will visit an underground city used by Christians for protection and a caravanserai to experience the 13th-century atmosphere. Later, we will visit the Mevlana Museum in Konya, dedicated to one of history’s most important philosophical leaders. Afterward, we will drive towards Antalya through the Taurus Mountains. Late in the afternoon, we will check into our hotel. Overnight stay at the Çenger Beach Resort 5* or a similar accommodation.

After breakfast, we will begin exploring Antalya, starting with a visit to the ancient theatre of Aspendos. Later, we will visit the ancient city of Perge to delve into the history of the Pamphylia region. Our tour will continue with a visit to a large jewelry store where you can purchase quality handmade products. Next, we will visit Antalya’s old city and harbor, where you can see the city walls. Following this, we will visit a leather center where you can enjoy a fashion show. Later, we will return to our hotel. Overnight stay at the Lara Garden Hotel 4* or a similar accommodation.

We will drive towards Antalya airport for departure.