Duration

9 days 8 nights

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Minimum 10 Pax

DESTINATION COVER

  • Istanbul – Cappadocia – Pamukkale – Kusadasi

Today, embark on your exciting tour of Turkey. On arrival at Istanbul Airport, you will be greeted by your friendly local representative outside the baggage hall. After which you will get transferred to your conveniently located hotel (Standard Check-in time is 1400hrs). The rest of the day is free at leisure for you to relax and feel the pulse of this historic and beautiful city. Tonight, enjoy a delicious dinner at a local Indian restaurant. Overnight at Ramada Alibeykoy Hotel or similar in Istanbul. (Meals: Dinner)

Today after breakfast at the hotel, we take a ferry to visit the Princes Island. Princes Islands are a cluster of a few beautiful islands in the Marmara Sea off the Asian coast of Istanbul to which many fast and regular paced ferries carry thousands of tourists every day from the neighbouring cities of Turkey. Earlier used as a place of exile, the Princes Islands today have become one of the most famous tourist spots for a nice and peaceful excursion from the everyday chaotic urban lives. Its prohibition of vehicles allows it to become one of the most peaceful weekend getaways. You will tour of the island by Electric Buggy ride and will pass elegant old wooden mansions and beautiful natural scenery. You can enjoy a delicious lunch (at additional cost) in a cozy sea-side restaurant and relax looking back at the domes and minarets among skyscrapers of modern Istanbul's skyline. This is a perfect day for relaxing and enjoying one of Istanbul's favourite summer retreats. Return back to the hotel in the evening. Enjoy a sumptuous Indian dinner in the evening. Overnight at Ramada Alibeykoy Hotel or similar in Istanbul. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

After breakfast at your hotel, proceed to the airport for your flight to Kayseri. On arrival, we drive to Cappadocia and then check in at your conveniently located hotel (Standard Check-in time is 1400hrs). En-route, we take you on a quick panoramic city tour of Cappadocia to get a feel of this amazing city. Tonight, enjoy a sumptuous dinner the Hotel. Overnight at By Cappadocia Hotel or similar in Cappadocia. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Chance to enjoy a breathtaking Hot Air Balloon ride over this mystical land. Visit the Pigeon Valley, Avanos village, Goreme Open Air Museum, View Point at Esentepe and Uchisar Castle Road. Today early morning, you have a chance to take a mystical Hot Air Balloon ride (at additional Optional Cost). Discover Cappadocia from air on this early morning 1-hour hot air balloon ride. Pick up time: 4:00 am - Drop off time: 7:00 am (approximately). Drive to the launch site in an air-conditioned minivan, and get-on aboard your scenic hot air balloon flight. Then, it’s up, up and away over the lunar-like chimneys, spires, pinnacles and valleys, all made extra magical by the soft morning light. Ogle the views, spot cave houses and villages, and capture the panoramas on camera as your pilot points out places of interest. Finally, float gently back to earth and collect a special souvenir certificate of your flight. After breakfast at the hotel, we proceed on a full-day tour of the many sights and sounds of Cappadocia. First, we visit the Pigeon Valley and walk through the beautiful and colourful formations and rock formations in the valley and through the fairy chimneys valley. Later, we drive to Avanos town near the red river to watch production of beautiful Turkish pottery this underground place was a heritage given to the Turkish by Hattite people. Get ready for the next highlight of the day- Goreme Open Air Museum, here we visit the Byzantine rock carved orthodox churches, wall paintings and frescos dating back to the 8th century. It is possible to see geometrical wall paintings from Iconoclastic Period. Next we visit the photo stop at Esentepe to relax and take pictures at one of the most stunning areas of Cappadocia. We will end the day at Uchisar and we will drive from below the castle of Uchisar, the rock formations and pigeon shelters before heading back to the hotel. Enjoy a local dinner at the Hotel in the evening. Overnight at By Cappadocia Hotel or similar in Cappadocia. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Onto Pamukkale via Konya city. En-route visit Mevlana Mausoleum and Sultanhani Caravansarai. Today after breakfast at the hotel, we proceed to the beautiful city of Konya. En-route we first visit the Mevlana Mausoleum of Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi, the famous Persian Sufi mystic. It was also the dervish lodge (tekke) of the Mevlevi order, better known as the whirling dervishes. Next we visit the Sultanhan Caravansarai - one of the most significant tourist attractions in this region. Built in 1229, it was an important stopover along the Silk Road. It enjoyed its glory times during the Seljuk period. The monumental entrance gate is made of richly carved marble, the wide courtyard is surrounded by storage rooms, stalls, kitchen & chambers of the ancient times. Later we drive towards Pamukkale and on arrival, check-in at your conveniently located hotel. Tonight, enjoy a sumptuous dinner the Hotel. Overnight at Ninova Thermal Hotel or similar in Pamukkale. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Visit Hierapolis, Cotton Castle (Travertennes) and Necropolis. Onto Kusadasi. Today after breakfast at the hotel, we proceed to the beautiful city of Kusadasi. Enroute, we visit Hierapolis, Cotton Castle (Travertennes) and Necropolis. Pamukkale also more commonly referred by many as the Cotton Castle is known for it’s mineral-rich thermal waters flowing down white travertine terraces on a nearby hillside. It neighbours Hierapolis, an ancient Roman spa city founded around 190 B.C. Ruins here include a well-preserved theatre and the Necropolis with sarcophagi that stretch for 2km. The Antique Pool is famous for its submerged Roman columns, the result of an earthquake. The hot springs and thermal pools at the Cotton Castle have been a spiritual, cultural, and recreational destination for thousands of years. Next we see the Ruins of the Necropolis (cemetery) at Hierapolis rambles across the hills, one of the most fascinating parts of the ancient city ruins. The path through the tombs, ranging from travertine-block sarcophagi to circular cone-topped tombs, leads to the North Gate. Sit back and relax as we drive further towards Kusadsi - a beach resort town on Turkey’s western Aegean coast. On arrival, check-in at your conveniently located hotel. Enjoy a local dinner at the Hotel in the evening. Overnight at Ada Class Hotel or similar in Kusadasi. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

See the Ephesus Ancient City, Marble Streets, Great Theatre, Celcius Library and the Fountain of Trajan. Today after breakfast at the hotel, we proceed on a tour of the beautiful city of Kusadasi. We first visit Ephesus which was an ancient port whose well-preserved ruins exist till today. It was once considered the most important Greek city and a very important trading centre in the Mediterranean region. Throughout history, Ephesus survived multiple attacks and changed hands many times between conquerors. Marble Street - the road from the Great Theatre to the Celsius Library, is the portion of the sacred way that leads past Panayir Dagi to the Temple of Artemis. Last, we see the Fountain of Trajan - built in around 104 BC, it is one of the finest monuments in Ephesus. It was constructed for the honour of Emperor Trajan, and the statue of Trajan stood in the central niche on the facade overlooking the pool. Later, we head back to your hotel. Tonight, enjoy a sumptuous dinner the Hotel. Overnight at Ada Class Hotel or similar in Kusadasi. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Onto Istanbul. Visit Hippodrome, St. Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar. After breakfast at your hotel, proceed to the airport for your flight to Istanbul. On arrival, we drop your luggage at the Hotel and proceed on a city tour of this beautiful city. First we visit the Blue Mosque. Standing directly opposite the Hagia-Sophia Museum, the Blue Mosque is one of the most beautiful mosques in the world. Famous for its Iznik tiles, this Turkish jewel is a must-see for everyone visiting Turkey. Also see the St. Sophia Hagia Mosque. Next, we proceed to the Hippodrome. Visit the square once used as a sporting arena predating Constantinople. Though a few fragments of the original structure survive, the square still boasts some of the most glorious monuments built in this great city. The Serpent Column, Obelisk of Theodosius & German Fountain of Wilhelm are the ancient treasures to be seen. Next, we visit Topkapi Palace which is the grand palace that served as a residence to the Sultans for over 400 years. A must-see attraction in Turkey, the museum carries some of the most revered treasures in history including items. It also displays a magnificent collection of jewels, different weaponry, clothing and calligraphy. (Harem rooms are not included). We then visit the Grand Bazaar where you will have some time at Leisure - in this labyrinth of streets and passages are more than 4000 shops with each trade having its own area, the goldsmith’s street, the carpet-sellers, Turkish arts & crafts, such as hand painted ceramic plates, hand-honed copperware, brassware trays, onyx-ware and meerschaum pipes. We will also get to a Turkish Delight shop. After an amazing day, head back to your hotel. Enjoy a sumptuous Indian dinner in the evening. Overnight at Ramada Alibeykoy Hotel or similar in Istanbul. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Time to say good–bye. Return home with wonderful memories! After breakfast at the hotel, bid good-bye to all the friends you made on the Tour. After checking out from the Hotel, proceed to the airport, where your memorable tour of Turkish Wonders comes to an end. (Meals: Breakfast)

ACCOMODATION

  • 02 nights accommodation at Ramada Alibeykoy Hotel or similar in Istanbul.
  • 02 nights accommodation at By Cappadocia Hotel or similar in Cappadocia.
  • 01 night accommodation at Ninova Thermal Hotel or similar in Pamukkale.
  • 02 nights accommodation at Ada Class Hotel or similar in Kusadasi.
  • 01 night accommodation at Ramada Alibeykoy Hotel or similar in Istanbul.

MEALS

  • Daily American breakfast (Except Day 01)
  • 08 Indian / local vegetarian / non-vegetarian dinners

Internal flights

  • Istanbul to Kayseri
  • Izmir to Istanbukl

Included/Excluded

  Istanbul : Ferry ride to Princes Island, Island Tour with Electric Buggy Ride (enjoy leisure time at the Island) St. Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, Topkapi Palace

  Cappadocia : Goreme Open Air Museum, Pigeon Valley, Avanos Village, Uchisar Castle (Photo Stop) and Three Sisters. Also visit a Handmade Pottery Shop

  Konya : Mevlana Mausoleum, Sultanhani Caravansarai

  Pamukkale : Hierapolis, Cotton Castle (Travertennes) and Necropolis. Also visit a Textile Shop

  Kusadasi : Ephesus Ancient City, Marble Streets, Great Theatre, Celcius Library, the Fountain of Traja. Also visit a Leather Outlet Factory

  International flight

  Visa

  GST

  Travel Insurance

  Anything not mentioned under inclusions

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