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8 Days Road Trip Istanbul Kusadasi Ephesus Pamukkale Cappadocia

Istanbul, Izmir, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Sirince Village, Pamukkale, Cappadocia,
Duration

8 day(s)

Tour type

Regular & Private

Group size

1-40 people

Physical Level

relax

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Tour Overview

From İstanbul that is hiding centuries of treasures to the Unesco Word Heritages Artemis, Pamukkale, Ephesus, and Cappadocia. This tour is aiming to capture your dreams with amazing destinations on the list and with the optional attractions that you may join during the tour. “The 8 days Wonderful Road Trip Turkey” program is at the same time a guaranteed departure road trip, which means is it will certainly take departure on the specified dates. Just join it and let the dreams come true…

Activities
Discovery Explorer Historical In-depth Cultural Road Tour Solo Travel Indian package Family Sightseeing Shopping Religious Boat Hot Air Balloon

Tour Features

Duration
8 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-40 people

Tour Code
8DRTIKEPC

Departure Type
guaranteed

Tour Category
Road Tour

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
0 - 99

Istanbul

Pickup Time:

18:49

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Cappadocia

Dropoff Time:

18:49

Highlights
Hagia Sophia: Marvel at the architectural masterpiece that has served as a church, mosque, and museum, showcasing stunning Byzantine architecture and mosaics.

Itinerary

Day 1

Meeting with your greeter at Istanbul International Airport and transfer to the hotel between 08:00 and 22:00. You can relax or explore the region by yourself for the rest of the day. Overnight in Istanbul

Please Note: If you are coming from a different airport and the mentioned timings above, please contact us.

Day 2

The city tour will start at the 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 -which was gifted by German Emperor Wilhelm II in 1898-, 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. Serpent Column -considered that it was at the Temple of Apollo in Delphi before- and the Column of Constantine that was brought from Apollon temple in Rome are other highlighted sites of the tour.

The next stop is the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque). Its breathtaking design is the synthesis of 200-year-old of Ottoman mosque architecture with 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 at 13:00 before shopping in Asıl 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: Please do not forget to carry a headscarf with you for the visit to religious places such as Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia Mosque.

Optional Dinner Cruise On The Bosphorus:

Between 19:30 to 23:30, Optional Dinner Cruise Tour will be held on Bosphorus’s calm waters. Dinner, unlimited local drinks (alcoholic, non-alcoholic & soft), belly dance shows, Turkish folklore shows, DJ performances, and great entertainment are all in for an unforgettable night. It will end at about 00:00 then hotel transportation. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 3

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 Dolmabahçe, Yıldız, Çırağan, and Beylerbeyi will admire you by their elegant architecture with a warm welcome. Ortaköy 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 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 İstanbul Airport for a domestic flight to İzmir. Next check in to hotel in Kuşadası, have dinner, and overnight in Kuşadası.

Day 4

Ephesus is a 9000 years old city that houses The biggest temple dedicated to Artemis is The Artemision which is considered to be one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. This guided tour will focus the Curetes street, famous Roman baths, Celsus Library, Grand theatre House of the Virgin Mary with details in this outstanding example of a Roman port city.

Sirince is local 19th-century architecture is well preserved and the village in its reputation goes beyond the borders of the country İzmir. It is famous for its homemade wines that are specially made from different kinds of fruits such as blackberries, blueberries, melons, and strawberries. Here the tour includes wine tasting and learning how to make fruit wine in the wine houses. Plus handicrafts made by local women can be bought and a very famous leather production center will be the next stop.

After a rich daily rich trip overnight in Kuşadası.

Day 5

Around 8:00 the tour will be the region of the hotels. The guests may relax in their hotel or may join the optional Pamukkale tour to see the world-famous marvel of calcite travertine. Before walking the ruins of Hierapolis or swimming in Pamukkale’s travertine pools we will have a lunch break around 13:30. Walking around white calcium terraces and lying in the natural, hot springs waters will renew your body. The region at the same time has well-known textile products that and there will be an outlet shopping chance. At approximately 18.30 we will be on the way back. Overnight in Kusadası.

Day 6

After breakfast, there will be a domestic flight from İzmir Airport to Cappadocia. After check-in, the hotel rest of the day is yours to explore Cappadocia.

Optional Cappadocia Turkish Night Show: During the evening at 19:30 there will be an Optional Turkish Night Show in a real cave. The show includes all traditional dishes, belly dance show, Turkish folklore, Dj performance with drinks (unlimited local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks). Overnight in Cappadocia.

Please Note: 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 about 05:30, the flight will last for 1 hour, ends with a champagne celebration on the land.

Day 7

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 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 Durmuş Kadir, Yusuf Koç, El Nazar, Saklı, Meryem Ana (Virgin Mary) Kılıçlar, Tokalı, and Dark churches. Plus Convent of Monks and Nuns, Chapel of St Basil, and St. Barbara can be seen either 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

Day 8

After breakfast, you will have free time in Cappadocia. This remarkable tour ends with departing for Cappadocia airport for a domestic flight to Istanbul and home next. Until we meet on another exceptional travel hope the best for you. Thanks for traveling with TravelShop Booking.

Please Note: Among the travel, the guests who did not book their hotel through us will join and be dropped at the point where the vehicle is parked. They may get help from teammates for their hotel transportation.

Included

Professional English-speaking tour guides

8 Days Luxury Bus in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach to Istanbul, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Pamukkale and Cappadocia

All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary

Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach

Guided Istanbul City Tour

Guided Ephesus

Guided Sirince Village Tour

Guided Cappadocia Tour with Underground City and Goreme Open Air Museum

All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary

Excluded

Istanbul Hotel Lists

Ramada Hotel Golden Horn 5 Star Point Hotel

4 Star The Marmara Hotel Pera 5 Star Swissotel Bosphorus

Kusadasi Hotel Lists

4 Star Carina Hotel 5 Star Shan360 Hotel

5 Star Infinity Hotel by Yelken 5 Star Charisma Hotel

Cappadocia Hotel Lists

El Puente Cave Hotel 4 Star Emin Kocak Hotel

Anka Cave Hotel & Suites Gamirasu Cave Hotel

Kayakapi Premium Cave Hotel Exedra Cave Hotel

Please contact us for the hotel you choose from the list above. We can book for you with the best affordable rates.

International flights

Domestic flight from Istanbul to Izmir

Domestic flight from Izmir to Kayseri / Nevsehir

Domestic flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul

Lunch and Dinner

Insurance: All types

Tipping Euros € 5 per person per day

2 nights hotel in Istanbul

3 nights hotel in Kusadasi

2 nights hotel in Cappadocia

Guided Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise Tour

Guided Pamukkale Tour

Turkey entry visa

Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry

Any other expenses which are not mentioned in the included section

Tour Booking

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