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Group sizeUp to 16 travelers
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Overview
A real insight into Turkey starting with 3 days in Istanbul in the North West before flying down to Izmir and nearby Ephesus one of ‘The 7 Wonders of the Ancient World’. A quick trip inland to Pamukkale (tr. Cotton Castle) and then for the final day on to the Acroplis of Pergamon, before flying back to Istanbul. The trip includes a 3 night stay in Istanbul and 3 nights in Kusadasi.
What's included
6 Nights accommodation
Domestic / Internal Flight Tickets
Lunch
Breakfast
Entrance Fees to the Museums and Sites
What to expect
Day 1: Arrival to Istanbul / Meet and Pick up / Transfer to Hotel
Istanbul
1h
Arrive to Istanbul. Meet at the Airport (or your hotel), and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2: Full Day Byzantine & Ottoman Relics Tour (Best of Istanbul City Tour)
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
1h · Admission ticket not included
The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world.
Blue Mosque
45m · Admission ticket included
One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarest.
Hippodrome
30m · Admission ticket included
The former center of sprotive and political activities of Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II.
TopkapI Palace
2h · Admission ticket not included
The former imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled. Today a spectacular museum that has one of the largest collections of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family. ** closed on Tuesdays and replaces with Basilica Cistern **
Grand Bazaar
1h 30m
In addition to its historical importance, it's a bazaar that will tempt even the nonshoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs..
Day 3: Bosphorus Cruise Tour
Misir Carsisi
1h · Admission ticket included
Mystical smells of different aromas of various spices. Shops selling fruits, vegetables, flowers, fish etc..
Bosphorus Strait
1h 30m · Admission ticket included
Bosphorus Cruise, through the waterway separating the two continents, Europe and Asia, with a possibility to take photographs of marble palaces, ancient wooden villas of Ottoman architecture besides modern residentials and luxurious apartments.
Day 4: Flight to Izmir / Ephesus Ancient Site & House of Virgin Mary Tour
Ephesus Ancient City
2h · Admission ticket not included
Enter through the Magnesia Gate and begin a slow, downhill walk with your guide into the ruins of this Roman provincial capital. Your route takes you past the Odeum, the Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan and the Great Theater.
The House of the Virgin Mary
1h · Admission ticket not included
Where Mary had spent her last day, the Basilica of St. John where is believed that the evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill.
The Temple of Artemis
45m · Admission ticket included
Which is known as one of the seven wonders of the Antic World.
Day 5: Full Day Tour to Pamukkale and Hierapolis
Hierapolis & Pamukkale
2h · Admission ticket not included
Big province and the twenty-first most populous city of Turkey, center of textile products , homeland of a famous rooster which is protected by the state, the last church of the reveletion mentioned in the Bible as the Luke-warm church Laodecia, the wonderful travertines in Hierapolis known as “ Pamukkale - Cotton Castle)
Pamukkale Thermal Pools
1h · Admission ticket not included
Pamukkale, ancient name Hierapolis, is located about 20 kms north of Denizli not only invites millions of visitors each year to see a nice visual feast with waterfalls and travertines, but also to walk among the sarcophaguses and nice remains of ancient Roman city.
Day 6: Free Day in Kusadasi / Possible Day Trip to Samos - Greek Island
Kusadasi
Pass by
Kusadasi is one of the well known tourist attraction centers of Turkey which is located on the Aegean Sea coastline as noted for capital cruise ports of the country. It belongs to province of Aydın, 71 kms far away from Aydın and 90 kms to Izmir, only 15 kms is the distance to Ephesus, one of the most visited archeological sites of this area , so excellent location makes the town of Kusadasi as the most important vacation center of Aegean region.
Day 7: Flight to Istanbul / Tour Ends
Istanbul
1h
Transfer to Izmir Airport and take a flight back to Istanbul. Tour ends upon arrival.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We provide Free pick up from all Airports, all Cruise ship ports, and Centerally located Hotels..
Additional information
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
