(Breakfast and Lunch are included)

The city tour will start at the Istanbul Old City after the delicious breakfast. Hippodrome is the main rota that was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1985 and the living heritage of both Byzantines and Ottomans can be seen. Around Sultanahmet, The German Fountain, gifted by German Emperor Wilhelm II in 1898, and the Obelisk of Theodosius – nearly 3,500 years old, was brought to the Hippodrome by Theodosius from the Temple of Karnak about in 390- can be seen. The Serpent Column, believed to have stood at the Temple of Apollo in Delphi, and the Column of Constantine, brought from the Temple of Apollo in Rome, are other highlights of the tour.

The next stop is the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque). Its breathtaking design is a synthesis of 200 years of Ottoman mosque architecture and Byzantine church architecture. The mosque is reflecting majesty and grandeur concepts through its architectural features and its green, white Iznik tiles are fascinating with the blue ornaments of the dome.

Hagia Sophia Mosque which is referred to as the “8th Wonder of the World” is another amazing site that is more than 1,500 years old. The light creates a fascinating atmosphere while flowing inside from the dome windows, combining a colorful, mystic view when it reaches the mosaics on the wall. The lunch break will be around 13:00, before shopping in Asil Efendi where all kinds of authentic gifts can be found such as Turkish tastes, Turkish coffee, exotic spices, herbs, and handicrafts. The tour ends with a hotel transfer.

Please Note: Do not forget to carry a headscarf with you for visits to religious places such as Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia Mosque.

(Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)

An amazing Bosporus Boat tour will be waiting for you after breakfast. On the shoreline, you will witness the imposing view of old wooden villas, palaces, fortresses, and small fishing villages. The Ottoman palaces Dolmabahce, Yildiz, Ciragan, and Beylerbeyi will impress you with their elegant architecture and a warm welcome. Ortakoy with its iconic view and Rumeli Fortress which is a well-designed military architecture will be next. After a lunch break in a Turkish restaurant, the tour continues to the Grand Spice Bazaar, where you can find authentic goods such as Turkish tastes, Turkish coffee, exotic spices, herbs, and handicrafts.

The tour ends with transportation to Istanbul Airport for a domestic flight to Antalya. Next check in to the hotel in Antalya, have dinner, and overnight in Antalya.

(Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)

The day will start with a great breakfast. Antalya is a city whose sea, sun, beaches, forests and coves have made it an attractive place to live throughout history. Many civilizations lived here and left a historical treasure behind them. Kaleici is the Old City, where you can trace the Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk and Ottoman periods. Hadrian’s Gate was built in the name of Roman Emperor Hadrian, Yivli Minaret Complex, Giyaseddin Keyhusrev Madrasah, Selcuklu Madrasah, Zincirkiran Turbah, Nigar Hatun Turbah, Karatay Madrasa, Historical Marina are pieces of this treasure that will be visited during the tour. Plus Karaalioglu Park reflects the flora of Antalya and Hidirlik Tower can be seen in Kaleici. Duden Waterfall will be the next stop to relax and be enchanted by its stunning view. Overnight in Antalya.

(Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)

The day starts with a good breakfast, then a drive of about 2.5 hours to Konya with a coffee break. Lunch will be in Konya. Mevlana Museum and the striking green-tiled mausoleum of Mevlana will take you to the peaceful world of the Sufi sect known as Whirling Dervishes. Arrive in Cappadocia at around 18:30 and overnight in Cappadocia.

Please Note:

1. This tour will be done by domestic flight from Antalya to Cappadocia if we cannot reach a minimum of 6 guests per departure. Kindly note that in that case Antalya to Cappadocia domestic flight is included in the given rate and lunch will be excluded.

2. If you are wishing to join the optional activity of Cappadocia Hot Air Ballooning for tomorrow, please contact your guide and register because it will take place early the next morning.

(Breakfast included)

A new day, new destinations… The day starts with an Ozkonak Underground City visit that was built in Idis Mountain where volcanic granite-made tuff layers are quite dense and the galleries are connected to each other by tunnels. The Goreme Open Air Museum will be the following destination that can be said that it is the heart of Cappadocia. The region was Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1985 and it hides the churches of Durmus Kadir, Yusuf Koc, El Nazar, Sakli, Meryem Ana (Virgin Mary) Kiliclar, Tokali, and Dark churches. Plus Convent of Monks and Nuns, Chapel of St Basil, and St. Barbara can be seen, along with lots of captivating church interior paintings that have reached today. With a few minutes’ walk, Cavusin will be waiting for you and you can explore The Christians who created living spaces for themselves in the fairy chimneys of those fleeing the oppression of the Romans. Lunch will be in Avanos which is the home of pottery dating way back to the Hittites. There will be a workshop visit and shopping chances here that can’t be missed. Love Valley and Devrent Valley that you can see the symbols of Cappadocia Three Beauties. This tour will end approximately at 18.00 and overnight in Cappadocia.

Please Note: Our guests who are wishing to experience the Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Tour will be picked up from the hotel at about 05:30 by sunrise. On the Hot Air Balloon, the sunrise over splendid fairy chimneys and valleys can be watched. The flight will last about 1 hour and end with a champagne celebration on the land.

(Breakfast included)

The tour ends this morning after seven amazing days. Join your fellow travelers for breakfast at the hotel, and take the opportunity to bid farewell to your newfound friends. You can sign up to take advantage of TSG credits, and this is the best way to snag credits and use them for your next trips as a discount, as well as to hear about the hot deals according to your interests. We look forward to welcoming you back on another adventure in the near future!