8 days Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale and Ephesus Tour

Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be greeted by your driver and transferred to your hotel. Take the rest of the day to relax and settle in before beginning your tour. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

Your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby and accompany you on an engaging tour of Istanbul’s historic Old City.

Begin at the Byzantine Hippodrome, where emperors once hosted grand public events.

Next, visit the magnificent Sultanahmet Mosque (Blue Mosque), renowned for its stunning blue tiles and detailed design.

Then, explore the grand Topkapi Palace, the former imperial residence of the Ottoman sultans, filled with rich history and impressive architecture.

Admire the architectural wonder of Hagia Sophia, once the largest Orthodox cathedral in the world, now a museum/mosque showcasing its incredible history.

Finally, immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar, the world’s oldest and largest covered market, full of unique treasures.

Overnight stay in Istanbul.

Your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby and take you on another captivating walking tour of Istanbul.

Start with a visit to the Archaeology Museum, home to a vast collection of ancient artifacts.

Next, explore the Basilica Cistern, the largest surviving Byzantine cistern in Istanbul, with its impressive columns and serene atmosphere.

Then, enjoy a scenic Bosphorus boat trip, where you’ll see Istanbul’s iconic bridges, the Dolmabahçe and Beylerbeyi Palaces, the Anadolu and Rumeli fortresses, and beautiful waterfront houses along the strait.

Finish your day with a visit to the Spice Market, a 17th-century market that once served as the heart of the city's spice trade.

Overnight stay in Istanbul.

Your driver will meet you in the hotel lobby and transfer you to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia.

Upon arrival in Cappadocia, you will be greeted by your guide and continue directly to your sightseeing tour.

The day’s tour includes a visit to Devrent Valley, famous for its unique and imaginative rock formations.

Next, explore Pasabag, where you'll see some of the most remarkable examples of fairy chimneys.
Continue to Avanos, a town renowned for its traditional handmade pottery, where you can observe the craft in action.

Finish the day at the Goreme Open-Air Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage site filled with ancient churches and frescoes carved into volcanic rock.

Overnight stay in Cappadocia.

Start your day with an optional early morning hot-air balloon ride, offering stunning aerial views of Cappadocia’s unique landscape.

Then, embark on a full day tour of Cappadocia, beginning with a visit to Kaymakli Underground City, one of the most fascinating and well-preserved examples among the 36 underground cities in the region.

Next, head to Uchisar, the highest point in Cappadocia, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Continue to Pigeon Valley, named for its ancient pigeon houses carved into the rocks.

Finally, explore Cavusin, one of the oldest settlements in the region, known for its historical rock-cut dwellings.

Overnight stay in Cappadocia.

You will be transferred to Kayseri Airport for your flight to Izmir.

Upon arrival in Izmir, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel in either Selcuk or Kusadasi.

Overnight stay in Selcuk or Kusadasi.

Embark on a private tour of Ephesus, home to the largest collection of Roman ruins in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Next, visit the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be the final residence of Mary, mother of Jesus, located near Ephesus.

Explore the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and witness the impressive ruins of this once-great structure.

During the tour, enjoy a traditional lunch at a local home in Sirince Village.

You will meet a friendly villager who will prepare a typical Aegean meal and warmly welcome you into her home.

Overnight stay in Kusadasi or Selcuk.