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10-Day Turkiye Tour

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per person (min 6 person) €990
  • 10 Days
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10-Day Turkiye Tour

Are you ready to join an unforgettable 9-night tour full of Turkey's fascinating history, cultural richness and natural beauties? From the magnificent mosques and palaces of Istanbul to the fascinating fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, from the unique travertines of Pamukkale to the modern and historical texture of Ankara, a journey where history and nature are intertwined awaits you. You will discover the unique beauties of Turkey on this tour full of activities every day.

Included in the Tour

  • Ferry ticket for sea road passing as indicated in the itinerary.
  • 9 nights accommodation at the mentioned hotels.
  • Professional English and Spanish speaking guide service.
  • A private vehicle as requested in the itinerary throughout the tour.
  • Porterage at hotels as requested.
  • VAT.
  • Bosphorus cruise as requested in the itinerary.
  • Small water service as requested during the tour.

Not Included in the Tour

  • Private expenses.
  • Drinks at hotels and restaurants.
  • Tips to the guide and the driver.
  • Any domestic and international flight tickets.
  • Porterage at airports.
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Itinerary

This 10-day tour of Turkey offers a rich exploration of the country’s most iconic sites, beginning in Istanbul with a scenic Bosphorus cruise and visits to historical landmarks like the Spice Bazaar, Suleymaniye Mosque, and St. George’s Cathedral. From Istanbul, the journey continues to Amasra on the Black Sea coast and the UNESCO World Heritage city of Safranbolu, known for its charming architecture and cultural heritage. In Ankara, the capital, you will visit Atatürk's Mausoleum before heading to Cappadocia, where you will experience the region’s stunning landscapes, including the famous fairy chimneys and underground cities, with options for a hot air balloon ride and traditional Turkish night.

The adventure moves on through the Taurus Mountains to the ancient sites of Aspendos and Side, and the picturesque city of Antalya. You’ll explore the unique beauty of Pamukkale’s travertine terraces and the ancient city of Hierapolis, then visit Ephesus, one of the best-preserved Roman cities, and the House of the Virgin Mary. The tour continues to Bursa, the first Ottoman capital, before returning to Istanbul to visit the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, and the Grand Bazaar, concluding a comprehensive journey through Turkey’s most captivating cultural and historical sites.

Day 1: Istanbul

Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel, where you will have the rest of the day free to relax and explore the city at your leisure.

After breakfast, begin the day with a scenic boat ride on the Bosphorus, the waterway separating Europe and Asia, offering views of historic palaces and wooden houses. Visit the Spice Bazaar, followed by the 16th-century mosques of architect Sinan, including Suleymaniye and Sehzade Mosques. Continue to the Roman Valens Aqueduct and the Zeyrek Mosque, a significant example of Byzantine architecture. Explore St. George's Cathedral, Eyup Mosque, and enjoy panoramic views from Pierre Loti Café before returning to the hotel.

Depart Istanbul after breakfast and travel to Amasra, a picturesque town on the Black Sea coast, known from Homer's The Iliad, where you'll explore the fortress and olive mills. Continue to Safranbolu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and experience its 17th-century Turkish bath, historic wooden houses, and charming main square, where you’ll spend the night.

After breakfast, head to Ankara, Turkey’s capital, to visit the Mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. Enjoy a panoramic tour of the city before continuing to Salt Lake, Turkey’s second-largest lake. Stop at a 12th-century Caravanserai and visit the underground city of Saratl, the Pigeon Valley, and a jewelry factory in Cappadocia, where you will stay in a cave hotel for the night.

Start your day with an optional hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s unique landscape, followed by visits to the Goreme Valley’s rock-carved churches, Avcilar Valley, Uchisar, Pasabag, and Love Valley, famous for their fairy chimneys. Explore local workshops for carpets and ceramics, with an optional Turkish night experience before staying overnight in Cappadocia.

Travel through the Taurus Mountains, with breathtaking views of ice-capped peaks, and visit the well-preserved ancient theater of Aspendos. Explore Side, an ancient city by the sea, and see the Temple of Apollo, Duden Waterfalls, Hadrian's Gate, and the historic port in Antalya, where you will spend the night.

After breakfast, visit Sagalassos, an ancient city known as the "city of fountains," and marvel at the scenic beauty of Lake Salda, the "Maldives of Turkey." Discover the Kaklik Caves before heading to Pamukkale, famous for its white travertine terraces and hot springs, and the ancient city of Hierapolis, where you will spend the night.

Begin the day with a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, followed by an exploration of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the world, featuring the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian, and the Great Theater. Conclude the day with a visit to a leather factory before returning to the hotel.

Depart for Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire, where you’ll visit the Green Tomb of Mehmet II’s grandfather and the historic Green Mosque, along with a tour of the Silk Market. Continue to Istanbul via the Osman Gazi Bridge, one of the longest bridges in the world, spanning the Sea of Marmara.

Conclude your journey in Istanbul with visits to the Blue Mosque, known for its harmonious design, and the historic Hippodrome, where you’ll see the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpent Column, and the German Fountain. End the tour with time at the Grand Bazaar, where you can explore its thousands of shops before returning to the hotel.

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